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Lake Wilson Mysteries #1
The Corpse in the Closet
It's not every day you are responsible for the wedding of the year, but Maddy Carson is up for
the challenge... At least she was until she found her missing DJ murdered in a closet.
Now with her BFF a suspect she will have to figure out who the killer is to clear her friend's name.
the challenge... At least she was until she found her missing DJ murdered in a closet.
Now with her BFF a suspect she will have to figure out who the killer is to clear her friend's name.
- GenresMysteryCozy Mystery
114 pages, ebook
First published June 21, 2021
6 people are currently reading
85 people want to read
About the author
Mojjo627
4 books7 followersNancy was born and raised in New Jersey which may, or may not, have contributed to her pre-occupation with killing complete strangers. Since that is generally frowned upon in polite society she had to settle for sarcasm and occasional snarkiness. And usually in her own head. This led her to a career in law, rather organically.
Nancy was lucky enough to have moved around and have had the chance to do a lot of crazy things. Mostly because there was no one there to stop her. She also has her share of crazy friends who get her into unusual situations to begin with.
Nancy got into writing by accident when all the characters in her head demanded their voices be heard. They also encouraged her to re-locate to South Carolina when her job became remote. She hasn’t regretted either decision yet. When not practicing law, she enjoys reading in the sun, cross stitch and figuring out new ways to kill off complete strangers.
Nancy was lucky enough to have moved around and have had the chance to do a lot of crazy things. Mostly because there was no one there to stop her. She also has her share of crazy friends who get her into unusual situations to begin with.
Nancy got into writing by accident when all the characters in her head demanded their voices be heard. They also encouraged her to re-locate to South Carolina when her job became remote. She hasn’t regretted either decision yet. When not practicing law, she enjoys reading in the sun, cross stitch and figuring out new ways to kill off complete strangers.
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January 12, 2022
An entertaining cozy by a new-to-me author! Good plot!
June 24, 2021
As a former Event Planner, I can say with certainty that we in the field tend to prepare for any eventuality. This is one eventuality that I don't think any of us have ever had to deal with or even think to plan around. When Maddy is hired to help plan the wedding of the daughter of one of her town's oldest families, the last thing she expects is to get embroiled in a murder investigation. Between Orange Gerbera Daisies, a demanding Mother of the Bride, a no-show DJ, and the fact that her ex-husband and his new, much younger wife are guests, this was bound to be a stressor of a wedding. What she didn't expect was for a dead body to literally fall on her during the wedding.
I absolutely loved Maddy's character. Happily divorced with 2 grown children, she is not the typical heroine in books. She is independent, single, and has great friends who understand the importance of potato skins. What more could she want? Probably for her best friend to not be the prime suspect of the murder. Maddy does what she does best... get involved. As with most cozy mysteries, hijinks ensue at this point.
This story has everything I look for in a cozy mystery... strong, fun characters, a great storyline that flows smoothly and a mystery that keeps you guessing. This debut novel by Nancy Monroe hooked me from the very first chapter. I cannot wait to see what else this new author has in store for us.
I absolutely loved Maddy's character. Happily divorced with 2 grown children, she is not the typical heroine in books. She is independent, single, and has great friends who understand the importance of potato skins. What more could she want? Probably for her best friend to not be the prime suspect of the murder. Maddy does what she does best... get involved. As with most cozy mysteries, hijinks ensue at this point.
This story has everything I look for in a cozy mystery... strong, fun characters, a great storyline that flows smoothly and a mystery that keeps you guessing. This debut novel by Nancy Monroe hooked me from the very first chapter. I cannot wait to see what else this new author has in store for us.
September 10, 2025
Mojjo627’s A Corpse in the Closet is a gripping, atmospheric mystery that blends classic whodunit elements with a fresh, modern voice. From the very first page, the author pulls readers into a world where secrets fester behind closed doors and every character harbors a motive.
The story centers around a seemingly quiet neighborhood disrupted by the shocking discovery of a body hidden in a closet. What follows is a tightly woven investigation filled with red herrings, unexpected twists, and a cast of vividly drawn characters—each more suspicious than the last. Mojjo627 masterfully balances suspense and pacing, keeping the reader guessing until the final, satisfying reveal.
What sets this novel apart is its sharp dialogue and psychological depth. The protagonist—whether a seasoned detective or an amateur sleuth (depending on the version you read)—is both relatable and compelling, navigating not only the mystery at hand but also personal demons that add emotional weight to the narrative.
The prose is crisp and evocative, painting scenes with cinematic clarity. Mojjo627’s talent for building tension is evident in every chapter, making it nearly impossible to put the book down.
The story centers around a seemingly quiet neighborhood disrupted by the shocking discovery of a body hidden in a closet. What follows is a tightly woven investigation filled with red herrings, unexpected twists, and a cast of vividly drawn characters—each more suspicious than the last. Mojjo627 masterfully balances suspense and pacing, keeping the reader guessing until the final, satisfying reveal.
What sets this novel apart is its sharp dialogue and psychological depth. The protagonist—whether a seasoned detective or an amateur sleuth (depending on the version you read)—is both relatable and compelling, navigating not only the mystery at hand but also personal demons that add emotional weight to the narrative.
The prose is crisp and evocative, painting scenes with cinematic clarity. Mojjo627’s talent for building tension is evident in every chapter, making it nearly impossible to put the book down.
June 25, 2021
4 ½ Stars
The Corpse in the Closet is the first I've read by this author. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and was captivated from start to finish. It is well written, has a nice flow, and gave me plenty of choices for the bad guy. I also like the cute cover.
I love the main character, Maddy. She is well developed, and I appreciate that she is down to earth and someone you might meet in real life. Her nosiness isn’t as intrusive as some I’ve read in this genre. It’s just enough to be effective and, at times, humorous. Nor does the information get handed to her. It’s a nice balance of improbable and possible. And the tease about a potential romantic interest in the future is a bonus.
The secondary and tertiary characters are interesting and supportive of the storyline, and their contributions to the piece kept me guessing about who the murderer was. The mystery is pleasantly challenging to solve, and my list of suspects was in a state of flux throughout.
The Corpse in the Closet is a good cozy mystery, and I look forward to more from this author.
The Corpse in the Closet is the first I've read by this author. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and was captivated from start to finish. It is well written, has a nice flow, and gave me plenty of choices for the bad guy. I also like the cute cover.
I love the main character, Maddy. She is well developed, and I appreciate that she is down to earth and someone you might meet in real life. Her nosiness isn’t as intrusive as some I’ve read in this genre. It’s just enough to be effective and, at times, humorous. Nor does the information get handed to her. It’s a nice balance of improbable and possible. And the tease about a potential romantic interest in the future is a bonus.
The secondary and tertiary characters are interesting and supportive of the storyline, and their contributions to the piece kept me guessing about who the murderer was. The mystery is pleasantly challenging to solve, and my list of suspects was in a state of flux throughout.
The Corpse in the Closet is a good cozy mystery, and I look forward to more from this author.
July 8, 2021
Maddy has faced a variety of challenges coming back to her hometown after her divorce.
Now established in town running the event planning firm she used to work with the great aunt of her ex husband- a bit complicated. Her ex suddenly taking an interest in the home this aunt had left her in her will, annoying and unwelcome- the two ladies had worked together for years before her death several years prior. What is Mitch up to?
A long ago friend who changed his life after a bad stretch turns up deceased after a wedding Maddy is supervising, held at the Inn her bestie Jess manages
Her high school crush also comes back to town as a police detective
When she is not subbing behind the bar for her other bestie Tommy, or plotting his wedding to his fiancé Mateo, Maddy seems to have too much time on her hands, and a penchant for hearing about or getting involved in trouble
Looking forward to more mischief ahead
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Now established in town running the event planning firm she used to work with the great aunt of her ex husband- a bit complicated. Her ex suddenly taking an interest in the home this aunt had left her in her will, annoying and unwelcome- the two ladies had worked together for years before her death several years prior. What is Mitch up to?
A long ago friend who changed his life after a bad stretch turns up deceased after a wedding Maddy is supervising, held at the Inn her bestie Jess manages
Her high school crush also comes back to town as a police detective
When she is not subbing behind the bar for her other bestie Tommy, or plotting his wedding to his fiancé Mateo, Maddy seems to have too much time on her hands, and a penchant for hearing about or getting involved in trouble
Looking forward to more mischief ahead
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 29, 2021
In Lake Wilson Maddy is an event planner, Jess is head of events at The Resort and Tommy owns/runs The Dive (A local bar), they have been friends since kindergarten. At the "Event of The Year", Maddy is planning at The Resort, she finds a body and she finds out her high school crush has moved back to town as a divorced man. I like all the characters except for a couple that are just plain annoying. I especially like the three friends, I wish I had friends like that growing up. I really hope this is the first book in a series, it looks like it. I'll be looking out for more in this series. I recommend this book for cozy mystery lovers.
June 28, 2021
Fabulous debut novel
I loved everything about this book.
I am really looking forward to reading the next book in this series
Highly recommended to all
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I loved everything about this book.
I am really looking forward to reading the next book in this series
Highly recommended to all
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
July 1, 2021
This is an enjoyable cozy mystery by a new author. Maddie is an event planner who's working with her best friend during a wedding when a man is killed. Her friend is one of the suspects so Maddie gets involved in investigating it.
February 27, 2024
Nancy Monroe
This is the first book I have read by this author and I did enjoy it. I only have it 4 stars because the ending seemed a bit rushed. The story was good and the characters likable. I will read another book by her.
This is the first book I have read by this author and I did enjoy it. I only have it 4 stars because the ending seemed a bit rushed. The story was good and the characters likable. I will read another book by her.
May 8, 2022
Who killed Rodney and why??? Identical twins who are not identical??? I enjoyed the story and recommend the book.
March 17, 2022
How come I never………
How come I never get invited to anything that turns out interesting? Or murderous? I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. The characters were developed well enough but not so much as to give away the ending.
For a first time novelist the author went almost toe to toe with Ian Rankin on the number of characters and the amount of twists and turns the story take. You can visualize the town of Lake Wilson and the shops and haunts that make it the perfect setting for a mystery series.
How come I never get invited to anything that turns out interesting? Or murderous? I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. The characters were developed well enough but not so much as to give away the ending.
For a first time novelist the author went almost toe to toe with Ian Rankin on the number of characters and the amount of twists and turns the story take. You can visualize the town of Lake Wilson and the shops and haunts that make it the perfect setting for a mystery series.
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