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Murder At The Marina
Sarah Cooper has retired to Sea Breeze Marina in Shell Bay to live her dream.
Detective Sergeant Linda Jenkins has been demoted and transferred to Shell Bay - and it's a nightmare.
Their lives are turned upside down when Sarah finds the body of Commodore Hiscocks lying in a pool of blood in the Marina.
Sarah Cooper has retired to Sea Breeze Marina in Shell Bay to live her dream of a cozy life aboard her tugboat. But when the body of Commodore Hiscocks is found in a pool of blood at the marina, Sarah can't resist dusting off her detective skills from her days at Thurgood Investigations Inc.
Meanwhile, Detective Sergeant Linda Jenkins has been demoted and transferred to Shell Bay, a move that feels like a nightmare for the ambitious and driven officer. Determined to prove herself and regain her former position, Linda throws herself into the murder investigation, only to find herself butting heads with the persistent and inquisitive Sarah Cooper.
As Sarah begins to investigate, she finds an unlikely ally in Joseph Jackson, a fellow liveaboard and culinary genius known for his mouthwatering seafood dishes. But when Joseph becomes the prime suspect in the murder, Sarah and the other wharf rats must band together to clear his name and uncover the real killer.
With a colorful cast of characters, Sarah and Linda must navigate the complex relationships and secrets hidden beneath the surface of this idyllic coastal community. Drawing upon their wits, courage, and combined experience, the two women race to catch the killer before they strike again, all while confronting their own personal challenges and learning to work together despite their differences.
Murder at the Marina is a delightful cozy mystery that combines the charm of a seaside setting with the mouthwatering allure of culinary delights. Fans of culinary cozies, hobby mysteries, and those who appreciate strong female leads will love following Sarah Cooper and Linda Jenkins as they trade in their previous lives for a sleuthing in the small town of Shell Bay. This engaging debut novel by Jackie Sharp, is perfect for fans of Molly Fitz, Hope Callaghan, Bree Baker, and anyone who craves a well-crafted mystery with a charming culinary and coastal twist.
Detective Sergeant Linda Jenkins has been demoted and transferred to Shell Bay - and it's a nightmare.
Their lives are turned upside down when Sarah finds the body of Commodore Hiscocks lying in a pool of blood in the Marina.
Sarah Cooper has retired to Sea Breeze Marina in Shell Bay to live her dream of a cozy life aboard her tugboat. But when the body of Commodore Hiscocks is found in a pool of blood at the marina, Sarah can't resist dusting off her detective skills from her days at Thurgood Investigations Inc.
Meanwhile, Detective Sergeant Linda Jenkins has been demoted and transferred to Shell Bay, a move that feels like a nightmare for the ambitious and driven officer. Determined to prove herself and regain her former position, Linda throws herself into the murder investigation, only to find herself butting heads with the persistent and inquisitive Sarah Cooper.
As Sarah begins to investigate, she finds an unlikely ally in Joseph Jackson, a fellow liveaboard and culinary genius known for his mouthwatering seafood dishes. But when Joseph becomes the prime suspect in the murder, Sarah and the other wharf rats must band together to clear his name and uncover the real killer.
With a colorful cast of characters, Sarah and Linda must navigate the complex relationships and secrets hidden beneath the surface of this idyllic coastal community. Drawing upon their wits, courage, and combined experience, the two women race to catch the killer before they strike again, all while confronting their own personal challenges and learning to work together despite their differences.
Murder at the Marina is a delightful cozy mystery that combines the charm of a seaside setting with the mouthwatering allure of culinary delights. Fans of culinary cozies, hobby mysteries, and those who appreciate strong female leads will love following Sarah Cooper and Linda Jenkins as they trade in their previous lives for a sleuthing in the small town of Shell Bay. This engaging debut novel by Jackie Sharp, is perfect for fans of Molly Fitz, Hope Callaghan, Bree Baker, and anyone who craves a well-crafted mystery with a charming culinary and coastal twist.
257 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 5, 2024
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About the author
Jackie Sharp
61 books2 followersI am the author of crime fiction novels. I've always loved mysteries and crime.
When I was seven, I read my first Nancy Drew story and was hooked forever.
My first crime series, (written as Jackie Elliott) was inspired by the small fishing communities on Vancouver Island and features the fictional town of Coffin Cove. I moved to Canada in 2004, and married a fisherman. I was captivated by the stories of the coast - some stranger than fiction - and most of my stories, are inspired in some way by the place I call home.
Hell’s Half Acre, the second in the Coffin Cove series was shortlisted for a Crime Writer’s of Canada Award of Excellence in 2022, in the The Whodunit Award for Best Traditional Mystery. The series is published by Joffe Books.
I also love to write warm cozy mystery stories, the kind you can read with a large mug of tea and a slice of cake on a rainy afternoon.
The Wharf Rat Mystery series is exactly that - warm, humorous, engaging, with the right amount of twisty mystery to keep you hooked.
When I am not writing or reading, I'm waging war with the weeds in my garden, out on the boat with my husband, or volunteering for the local Maritime Society.
When I was seven, I read my first Nancy Drew story and was hooked forever.
My first crime series, (written as Jackie Elliott) was inspired by the small fishing communities on Vancouver Island and features the fictional town of Coffin Cove. I moved to Canada in 2004, and married a fisherman. I was captivated by the stories of the coast - some stranger than fiction - and most of my stories, are inspired in some way by the place I call home.
Hell’s Half Acre, the second in the Coffin Cove series was shortlisted for a Crime Writer’s of Canada Award of Excellence in 2022, in the The Whodunit Award for Best Traditional Mystery. The series is published by Joffe Books.
I also love to write warm cozy mystery stories, the kind you can read with a large mug of tea and a slice of cake on a rainy afternoon.
The Wharf Rat Mystery series is exactly that - warm, humorous, engaging, with the right amount of twisty mystery to keep you hooked.
When I am not writing or reading, I'm waging war with the weeds in my garden, out on the boat with my husband, or volunteering for the local Maritime Society.
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February 28, 2025
life changes on a boat
This is my first Jackie Sharp book but not my last. I loved it and how all the characters blended in the story to make it flow together. I can’t wait to read more by her,
This is my first Jackie Sharp book but not my last. I loved it and how all the characters blended in the story to make it flow together. I can’t wait to read more by her,
September 3, 2024
Thank you Jackie Sharp for my ARC of this book. It was a cute little cozy mystery. I liked Sarah she was spunky. I felt the Linda character was a bit over the top, trying to prove herself. I also felt what got her demoted didn’t seem like it would have actually gotten her demoted. I would have enjoyed seeing the cops who weren’t very good at their jobs solving the crimes. But I did enjoy the book. It was a good story and I didn’t figure out “who done it” although there were definitely clues. There were red herrings that I fell for. This was a new author for me but I would read more of her stuff!
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