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Cruise Ship Cozy Mysteries #7
Deadly Cruise
What could go wrong with a classic cinema themed cruise? Especially when the guest list includes former movie stars, a well-known movie critic and semi-retired producer…
"Winters will have you giggling into your book!"
Unfortunately, a lot does go wrong.
From minor mishaps to more serious issues, from vandalized posters to missing jewelry… Adrienne and her friends find themselves juggling one mini-crisis after the other.
Just when things seem to be improving, Addi discovers the dead body of a one of the special guests, a former scream queen with a slasher-movie-worthy knife in her chest. Once again, Addi finds herself playing the role of real-life detective.
To complicate things even further, Addi is startled to hear another of the guests, the producer, talking about a script he just received. It sounds all too much like her own story… The coincidences are adding up and Addi wants to know who is behind it all.
Join Adrienne and her friends Cece, Samantha and First Officer Ethan Lee as they investigate another spate of crimes aboard the cruise ship….
Praise for A.R. Winters:
"The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com
"A fun cozy mystery with engaging and entertaining characters" - lq, Amazon.com
"For fans of Janet Evanovich, Rhys Bowen and Jana DeLeon, this is a funny, clean mystery." - Clara B, Amazon.com
Deadly Cruise is the seventh book in the Cruise Ship Mystery Series. Though it can be read as a standalone, it's best read in series order.
This is a humorous cozy mystery featuring a strong female protagonist, some unusual friends and co-workers, and a mystery that needs solving! It has no graphic gore, bad language or sex.
"Winters will have you giggling into your book!"
Unfortunately, a lot does go wrong.
From minor mishaps to more serious issues, from vandalized posters to missing jewelry… Adrienne and her friends find themselves juggling one mini-crisis after the other.
Just when things seem to be improving, Addi discovers the dead body of a one of the special guests, a former scream queen with a slasher-movie-worthy knife in her chest. Once again, Addi finds herself playing the role of real-life detective.
To complicate things even further, Addi is startled to hear another of the guests, the producer, talking about a script he just received. It sounds all too much like her own story… The coincidences are adding up and Addi wants to know who is behind it all.
Join Adrienne and her friends Cece, Samantha and First Officer Ethan Lee as they investigate another spate of crimes aboard the cruise ship….
Praise for A.R. Winters:
"The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com
"A fun cozy mystery with engaging and entertaining characters" - lq, Amazon.com
"For fans of Janet Evanovich, Rhys Bowen and Jana DeLeon, this is a funny, clean mystery." - Clara B, Amazon.com
Deadly Cruise is the seventh book in the Cruise Ship Mystery Series. Though it can be read as a standalone, it's best read in series order.
This is a humorous cozy mystery featuring a strong female protagonist, some unusual friends and co-workers, and a mystery that needs solving! It has no graphic gore, bad language or sex.
239 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 11, 2019
About the author
A.R. Winters
204 books415 followersA.R. Winters is a cozy mystery writer who loves writing about crazy characters and vibrant locations. And food, lots of delicious food!
When not writing, A.R. Winters is usually busy eating too much cake...
You can also find her on Facebook
When not writing, A.R. Winters is usually busy eating too much cake...
You can also find her on Facebook
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Displaying 1 - 21 of 21 reviews
February 11, 2024
Another fun cruise with Adrienne and the gang. I sure hope there aren’t murders on the cruises I go on. I enjoy the characters and seeing what kind of fun specialty cruise will be going on and this 70’s horror movie thing was fun.
March 30, 2020
Loved It!
This story had everything I seek in a mystery. There's a beautiful location, lots of great characters that we really get to know, and a pu zzle that keeps you guessing. The author is an exceptionally good writer. When she describes a place, you feel like you are there. The humor made me laugh out loud several times. All this, plus a love story, a secondary mystery, and a an exciting plot without graphic sex or violence. It was perfect!
This story had everything I seek in a mystery. There's a beautiful location, lots of great characters that we really get to know, and a pu zzle that keeps you guessing. The author is an exceptionally good writer. When she describes a place, you feel like you are there. The humor made me laugh out loud several times. All this, plus a love story, a secondary mystery, and a an exciting plot without graphic sex or violence. It was perfect!
September 28, 2023
This series is like cotton candy- pleasant to consume in very small doses. There are so many plot holes and inconsistencies. Cece is now a decade younger than Sam and Addy. That was one of the biggest annoyances in this book. Why can't they use the internet to check things they don't know (e.g., where movie scripts come from, what happened in the actresses' pasts) but can use it for other things like social media?
It will take a while for me to return to this series.
It will take a while for me to return to this series.
July 16, 2021
Crazy fans and old movie stars
chantymer@Comcast.net
Celebrating two superstars of years gone the crew and passengers of the Swan of the Seas were expecting a nice relaxing cruise. Very intriguing story of two older movie stars. Kind of a slow start to this one. Picks up as story develops.
chantymer@Comcast.net
Celebrating two superstars of years gone the crew and passengers of the Swan of the Seas were expecting a nice relaxing cruise. Very intriguing story of two older movie stars. Kind of a slow start to this one. Picks up as story develops.
April 26, 2020
Another wonderful book
Another wonderful book 1 really enjoyed this book the characters are really well written and enjoyable to read I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys cosy mystery stories.
Another wonderful book 1 really enjoyed this book the characters are really well written and enjoyable to read I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys cosy mystery stories.
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November 21, 2022B movie/ Be Dead
I read this while on a cruise. Great book! Fun read with the variety of passengers on this cruise along with Social Media cruise director, Adrienne on the hunt for a murderer!
I read this while on a cruise. Great book! Fun read with the variety of passengers on this cruise along with Social Media cruise director, Adrienne on the hunt for a murderer!
January 11, 2023
Too Cute
Don't change it if it isn't broken......these books have the perfect formula to be cute, entertaining and funny. They're the perfect quick, cheery little read in between the darker books I read.
Don't change it if it isn't broken......these books have the perfect formula to be cute, entertaining and funny. They're the perfect quick, cheery little read in between the darker books I read.
September 16, 2026
Deadly Cruise
As with the previous books I really enjoyed reading this one as well and if you like a little humor when you read then this is for you. Looking forward to reading the next one in this series.
As with the previous books I really enjoyed reading this one as well and if you like a little humor when you read then this is for you. Looking forward to reading the next one in this series.
April 5, 2020
Great read
Another enjoyable experience. There were two mysteries going on at the same time. One was easy to figure out, but the main mystery had me stumped. Good going!
Another enjoyable experience. There were two mysteries going on at the same time. One was easy to figure out, but the main mystery had me stumped. Good going!
May 18, 2020
Everything you've ever wanted in a cozy 💓 mystery
Highly recommend this one . . . Loved it❣
What more can I say . . . Enjoy ❣
Highly recommend this one . . . Loved it❣
What more can I say . . . Enjoy ❣
December 14, 2020
Zany like all her previous books in this series but I found this one seemed a little lackluster. There weren't as many twists and turns. The ending also seemed rushed.
July 30, 2021
Not a scream queen
Liked the storyline. I liked that the main character did not come off as ditzy in this one. Hopefully we will learn more about the mystery man soon.
Liked the storyline. I liked that the main character did not come off as ditzy in this one. Hopefully we will learn more about the mystery man soon.
August 20, 2025
Good book
Interesting and suspenseful story lines with ongoing threads throughout the series. The characters are real and relatable. On to the next!
Interesting and suspenseful story lines with ongoing threads throughout the series. The characters are real and relatable. On to the next!
January 9, 2026
horror murder mystery oh my!
Lots of suspects and trying to whittle it down. I thought had it right. Great ending for the show. Amazing. Great Job Ms Winters!
Lots of suspects and trying to whittle it down. I thought had it right. Great ending for the show. Amazing. Great Job Ms Winters!
October 13, 2019
Another delightful cruise with the gang. They are always so much fun with the different themes. This was a movie themed cruise with old movies and old stars. Lots of different genres and plenty of jealousy. I really enjoy learning more about the crew and seeing their relationships grow.
I received a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
I received a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
October 18, 2019
Fast moving and interesting as are all of the author's books. Her series usually have something or someone who shows up throughout all of the books but the mystery wraps up at the end of the book. A great read
November 2, 2019
Enjoyable read
I have read this series to date and have enjoyed them all. Characters are interesting and storyline easy tho follow. Look forward to next book. This author has several series and all are fun to read.
I have read this series to date and have enjoyed them all. Characters are interesting and storyline easy tho follow. Look forward to next book. This author has several series and all are fun to read.
November 3, 2019
Great Read
I enjoyed reading this book. Love the characters and how they are developing their relationships. I enjoy trying to figure out who done it before I get to the end. Great read and series!
I enjoyed reading this book. Love the characters and how they are developing their relationships. I enjoy trying to figure out who done it before I get to the end. Great read and series!
November 18, 2019
Deadly Cruise
Engaging characters. Even though I had read the previous books in the series, I enjoyed the book and want to find out what happens to the main characters. Intrigued by the mystery in the back story enough to want to read the previous books in the series.
Engaging characters. Even though I had read the previous books in the series, I enjoyed the book and want to find out what happens to the main characters. Intrigued by the mystery in the back story enough to want to read the previous books in the series.
October 13, 2019
Cruise Ship Cozy
Another Great Cruise Ship Cozy book. I just love all the characters all their interactions with the passengers. Keep the books coming.
Another Great Cruise Ship Cozy book. I just love all the characters all their interactions with the passengers. Keep the books coming.
November 2, 2019
Great story!
Another fun adventure with Adrienne and Hot Stuff. New revelations on the side trek, too. Can't wait for the next one!
Another fun adventure with Adrienne and Hot Stuff. New revelations on the side trek, too. Can't wait for the next one!
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