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Java Jeopardies: A Seaside Coffee Shop Cozy Mystery (Sarah’s Secrets Mysteries Book 4)
Book Four of the Sarah’s Secrets Mysteries
A coffee shop, a salsa class… and a murder that spills over like an overfilled espresso.
When Southsea barista and part-time sleuth Sarah Meadows swaps her café apron for dancing shoes, she expects an evening of laughter, missteps, and maybe the cha-cha. What she doesn’t expect is to stumble into another murder — this time beneath the pier, where charismatic dance instructor Antonio Vega is found dead.
The salsa scene is tight-knit, glamorous, and riddled with rivalries — and Sarah soon discovers that behind the polished routines and charming smiles lurk jealous lovers, bruised egos, and secrets that refuse to stay hidden. With tensions rising and the suspect list growing, it’s clear that Tony’s tangled personal life may have finally caught up with him.
As Sarah digs deeper, she finds herself juggling café life, curious dancers, and an investigation the police would rather she stay out of. Inspector Luke Stanley wants her off the case, but with her sharp-eyed niece Robyn by her side — and the charming Sergeant Alfie Carter never far away — Sarah can’t resist following the clues.
Because in Southsea, secrets have a habit of surfacing… and someone is desperate to make sure this mystery stays buried.
Warm, witty, and full of seaside sparkle, Java Jeopardies is a comforting British cosy mystery packed with amateur sleuthing, romantic tension, and a close-knit community where everyone seems to have something to hide.
Perfect for fans of Cleo Coyle, Agatha Frost, and Helena Dixon.
A seaside coffee shop and a salsa-fuelled mysteryFamiliar faces, new complications, and a loyal Labrador sidekickA binge-ready instalment that deepens the seriesFree to read with Kindle Unlimited.
Continue the Sarah’s Secrets Mysteries — where the coffee is strong, the music is lively, and trouble is never far from the dancefloor.
A coffee shop, a salsa class… and a murder that spills over like an overfilled espresso.
When Southsea barista and part-time sleuth Sarah Meadows swaps her café apron for dancing shoes, she expects an evening of laughter, missteps, and maybe the cha-cha. What she doesn’t expect is to stumble into another murder — this time beneath the pier, where charismatic dance instructor Antonio Vega is found dead.
The salsa scene is tight-knit, glamorous, and riddled with rivalries — and Sarah soon discovers that behind the polished routines and charming smiles lurk jealous lovers, bruised egos, and secrets that refuse to stay hidden. With tensions rising and the suspect list growing, it’s clear that Tony’s tangled personal life may have finally caught up with him.
As Sarah digs deeper, she finds herself juggling café life, curious dancers, and an investigation the police would rather she stay out of. Inspector Luke Stanley wants her off the case, but with her sharp-eyed niece Robyn by her side — and the charming Sergeant Alfie Carter never far away — Sarah can’t resist following the clues.
Because in Southsea, secrets have a habit of surfacing… and someone is desperate to make sure this mystery stays buried.
Warm, witty, and full of seaside sparkle, Java Jeopardies is a comforting British cosy mystery packed with amateur sleuthing, romantic tension, and a close-knit community where everyone seems to have something to hide.
Perfect for fans of Cleo Coyle, Agatha Frost, and Helena Dixon.
A seaside coffee shop and a salsa-fuelled mysteryFamiliar faces, new complications, and a loyal Labrador sidekickA binge-ready instalment that deepens the seriesFree to read with Kindle Unlimited.
Continue the Sarah’s Secrets Mysteries — where the coffee is strong, the music is lively, and trouble is never far from the dancefloor.
405 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2025
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About the author
Sarah Macey
6 books6 followersSarah Macey is a Portsmouth-based author of cosy crime mysteries inspired by seaside life, strong coffee, and the comforting tradition of British detective fiction.
Her Sarah’s Secrets Mysteries series follows café owner Sarah Meadows as she solves crimes in a close-knit coastal community. Blending humour, mystery, and warmth, her books are perfect for readers who enjoy amateur sleuths, charming English settings, and the classic puzzle-style storytelling of traditional cosy mysteries.
When she isn’t writing, Sarah enjoys discovering new cafés, visiting the theatre, and attempting to keep snacks out of the reach of her Labrador, Missy.
Download her free prequel story Brewtiful Beginnings here:
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/1i1r99tivm
Her Sarah’s Secrets Mysteries series follows café owner Sarah Meadows as she solves crimes in a close-knit coastal community. Blending humour, mystery, and warmth, her books are perfect for readers who enjoy amateur sleuths, charming English settings, and the classic puzzle-style storytelling of traditional cosy mysteries.
When she isn’t writing, Sarah enjoys discovering new cafés, visiting the theatre, and attempting to keep snacks out of the reach of her Labrador, Missy.
Download her free prequel story Brewtiful Beginnings here:
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/1i1r99tivm
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