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Kara Hilder Mysteries #4
Watery Grave
A Valkyrie with Haphazard Magic
A Fallen Angel Seeking Redemption
An Unlikely Crime-Solving Duo
Queen Atla is in trouble, and she's calling on Zane and Kara to help her out. When someone on the queen's court is murdered, Kara agrees to take on the role of the queen's new bodyguard. Between adapting to her new "fins" and finding her way around not only the castle but the vastness of the ocean, Kara manages to paint a huge target on her back. No surprise there. With time running out, Kara, Zane, and Link must discover who wants the queen dead before the killer strikes again. Can Kara catch the killer? Or will she soon find herself swimming with the fishes?
A Fallen Angel Seeking Redemption
An Unlikely Crime-Solving Duo
Queen Atla is in trouble, and she's calling on Zane and Kara to help her out. When someone on the queen's court is murdered, Kara agrees to take on the role of the queen's new bodyguard. Between adapting to her new "fins" and finding her way around not only the castle but the vastness of the ocean, Kara manages to paint a huge target on her back. No surprise there. With time running out, Kara, Zane, and Link must discover who wants the queen dead before the killer strikes again. Can Kara catch the killer? Or will she soon find herself swimming with the fishes?
- GenresCozy MysteryParanormal
138 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 30, 2022
425 people are currently reading
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About the author
Jenna St. James
138 books277 followersJenna writes in the genre of traditional cozy, paranormal cozy, and romantic comedy. Her humorous characters and stories revolve around over-the-top family members, creative murders, and there's always a positive element of the military in her stories. Jenna currently lives in Missouri with her fiancé, step-daughter, Nova Scotia duck tolling retriever dog, Brownie, and her tuxedo-cat, Whiskey. She is a former court reporter turned educator turned full-time writer. She has a Master’s degree in Special Education and an Education Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction. She also spent twelve years in full-time ministry.
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August 21, 2022
Watery Grave is Book 4 in the Kara Hilder Series.
WOW!!!!! This book was fantastic!
Kira gets a new "power"
Zane and Kara are asked by Queen Alta the ruler of Atlantis to help with a problem.
I really loved this book. It was so cool "seeing" the underwater world.
The mystery was really well written. Kara learns more about who her real dad is and Kane is there every step of the way. I love the romance between these too.
The author is so creative, it blows my mind.
Mystic Cove is a great setting for the story. The characters are just so fantastic.
Highly recommend this fantastic story!
WOW!!!!! This book was fantastic!
Kira gets a new "power"
Zane and Kara are asked by Queen Alta the ruler of Atlantis to help with a problem.
I really loved this book. It was so cool "seeing" the underwater world.
The mystery was really well written. Kara learns more about who her real dad is and Kane is there every step of the way. I love the romance between these too.
The author is so creative, it blows my mind.
Mystic Cove is a great setting for the story. The characters are just so fantastic.
Highly recommend this fantastic story!
April 8, 2023
When the Queen of Atlantis hires Zane and Kara to find out who poisoned her daughter and offers Kara a magic spell that turns her into a mermaid for 2 hours it seems just like any other investigation just in a slightly different location. While Kara investigates underwater just a little mesmerized by how beautiful it is underwater Zane works on land to do the same. After lots of unexpected twists and turns and more than a few surprises at the very end the murderer is revealed and the princess is saved. Loved this story, really great read.
August 10, 2023
Good story
When Kara finally meets her father, a spell is found to recreate her Mom's last day in the Cove before she disappeared. It explains so much to those who loved Astrid the most, and reveals who's responsible for her abrupt departure.
When the Queen of Atlantis, Queen Atla, comes to land asking Kara and Zane for help finding who tried to kill her daughter, the princess; they gladly accept the honor to help. But someone in the sea doesn't want their meddling and strikes back.
A must read!
When Kara finally meets her father, a spell is found to recreate her Mom's last day in the Cove before she disappeared. It explains so much to those who loved Astrid the most, and reveals who's responsible for her abrupt departure.
When the Queen of Atlantis, Queen Atla, comes to land asking Kara and Zane for help finding who tried to kill her daughter, the princess; they gladly accept the honor to help. But someone in the sea doesn't want their meddling and strikes back.
A must read!
August 10, 2022
Kara is not only gifted a new talent, but wanders thru Atlantis to find who poisoned the princess. With a scheme to over throw the Queen, getting kidnapped, meeting her real father and discovering more about her mother, Kara proves herself to be a very strong woman. It amazes me how well Ms. Jenna adds twists and turns, adding multiple story lines and brings them all together. This is rally a sit on the edge of your seat page turner!
August 19, 2022
Another great edition to one of my favorite series. I love all the wonderful characters and friendships and how everyone is so supportive. It’s great to find out more about Kara’s family story as it is slowly coming to light and wow, so many things I didn’t expect. Another great mystery. Plenty of suspects. Kara is using new powers and some from outside sources so always fun to see how that will work out. Definitely a unique series and a pleasure to read.
September 16, 2022
Job Bonus, mermaid for two hours?
Delightful, intriguing. Who wouldn't want to be able to talk to animals and to meet a Queen of the sea creatures. Added bonus, she is able to be a mermaid for two hours. Kara investigates the mysterious poisoning of the princess for the queen. Join her as she meets the magical creatures down below. Beware of Dagon though, he has dark secrets, and what really happened to Astrid?
Delightful, intriguing. Who wouldn't want to be able to talk to animals and to meet a Queen of the sea creatures. Added bonus, she is able to be a mermaid for two hours. Kara investigates the mysterious poisoning of the princess for the queen. Join her as she meets the magical creatures down below. Beware of Dagon though, he has dark secrets, and what really happened to Astrid?
October 24, 2022
Ms. St. James has provided another quickly paced mystery for Kara and Zane as they try to solve a mystery for Queen Alta of Atlantis. Her daughter was poisoned at her birthday party. Kara gets to enjoy a magical time of being a mermaid as she questions suspects in Atlantis and poor Zane paces on land. The mystery was filled with a few twists and several red herrings that kept me guessing until the dramatic confrontation. I love this series and look forward to each new release.
December 1, 2023
Watery Grave: (A Kara Hilder Mystery Book 4)
Apropos title since Kara gets to enjoy two hour tours of being a mermaid until she almost pays the ultimate price. Fortunately, Zane saves her from drowning when Skipper tells Zane she is drowning. Obviously Zane is getting more attached to Kara and vice versa.
Apropos title since Kara gets to enjoy two hour tours of being a mermaid until she almost pays the ultimate price. Fortunately, Zane saves her from drowning when Skipper tells Zane she is drowning. Obviously Zane is getting more attached to Kara and vice versa.
October 12, 2024
Another Great One
I just love this series. A variety of characters makes it interesting. I enjoy the concept of the characters having multiple abilities. The main character is quite entertaining as she learns how to use her magical strength. These books could be stand alone but each book brings the reader closer to finding out all the secrets
I just love this series. A variety of characters makes it interesting. I enjoy the concept of the characters having multiple abilities. The main character is quite entertaining as she learns how to use her magical strength. These books could be stand alone but each book brings the reader closer to finding out all the secrets
August 4, 2022
Oh wow!!! Not only do we find out who Dad is but we find out what happened to Mom!!! This is so awesome! I love the imagination of the author she just whips it out like colors flowing from her fingers! This is a great addition to the series. I am loving how it unfolds and we find out who did what!!
August 31, 2022
This is a fantastic continuation in the Kara Hilder Mystery series, well done Jenna St. James. I love following along as more is revealed about the characters and how they are intertwined. There are a lot of unexpected incidents. Great read!
September 15, 2022
mermaid
Kara and Zane r working for the queen of the ocean who lives in Atlantis.. someone is trying to kill her daughter.. Zane and Kara r getting closer, her cat is snarky as usual and the pixel Link is still her bodyguard, kind of lol..
Kara and Zane r working for the queen of the ocean who lives in Atlantis.. someone is trying to kill her daughter.. Zane and Kara r getting closer, her cat is snarky as usual and the pixel Link is still her bodyguard, kind of lol..
June 26, 2024
I truly adore this series and the Witch in the Woods series. Both have some really fun characters, storylines are lighthearted with just enough twists. The short nature of the books, continuity of characters, and the super natural elements make these feel like a modern day Buffy meets Charmed.
March 6, 2025
Watery Grave
This series is a hoot!!!! I like that a human detective learns that she is a supernatural being and has magic and can hear and talk with animals ( birds, etc..) This his a great series
This series is a hoot!!!! I like that a human detective learns that she is a supernatural being and has magic and can hear and talk with animals ( birds, etc..) This his a great series
October 26, 2025
love how she tells a story
I really wish Amazon didn’t require a minimum number of words for a review. I read so many of her books some kind of running out of words lol! I like how she tells a story, I love the twists, it’s always just an easy enjoyable read.
I really wish Amazon didn’t require a minimum number of words for a review. I read so many of her books some kind of running out of words lol! I like how she tells a story, I love the twists, it’s always just an easy enjoyable read.
August 31, 2022
The other books in this series were fabulous. This one fell flat for me. I kept hoping it would pick up, but did not. I look forward to the next in series getting back to it's 5 star normal.
October 13, 2022
Excellent Read
Loved the story. The humor, The Who done it , and the story itself are great. If you liked the other book you will love this one.
Loved the story. The humor, The Who done it , and the story itself are great. If you liked the other book you will love this one.
April 4, 2023
watery grave
Wonderful story. The characters just keep getting stronger all the time. I’m glad she now knows who her true father is
Wonderful story. The characters just keep getting stronger all the time. I’m glad she now knows who her true father is
September 16, 2023
Interesting and engaging
October 29, 2023
Great book
You’ll love this exciting adventure. There was excitement in adventure on every page and kept you guessing, as to who would be in the final take down.
You’ll love this exciting adventure. There was excitement in adventure on every page and kept you guessing, as to who would be in the final take down.
December 23, 2023
Totally enjoyed it! This is a well written and has well developed characters. The story is catching and with the strong characters makes for a very enjoyable read. Great Reading Everyone!
September 1, 2024
I have been reading the Kara Hilder series and am enjoying them greatly. Love the way we find out more about Kara's mom.
July 14, 2025
Great read
September 23, 2025
Mermaid for two hours
The queen of Atlantis comes to Zane and Kara because her daughter seems to have been attacked twice. Kara goes underwater and meets various sea creatures.
The queen of Atlantis comes to Zane and Kara because her daughter seems to have been attacked twice. Kara goes underwater and meets various sea creatures.
March 28, 2023
I loved this book. This series keeps getting better with each book. In this one Kara gets to become a mermaid. It is so fun and interesting. This book is full of magic and adventure. The mystery has many twists to keep you guessing. I highly recommend this book.
April 2, 2023
Once again, it's not solved until...
... the mastermind confesses... Zane and Kara run around like bulls in a china shop, guessing rather than detecting...
Also, it's apparently okay for fishermen to kill sea creatures for food but not for anyone else to do so for potions... a rather odd double standard that sits incredibly awkwardly throughout the story...
... the mastermind confesses... Zane and Kara run around like bulls in a china shop, guessing rather than detecting...
Also, it's apparently okay for fishermen to kill sea creatures for food but not for anyone else to do so for potions... a rather odd double standard that sits incredibly awkwardly throughout the story...
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