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Danger Cove #23
Two Sleuths are Better Than One: a Danger Cove Crossover Mystery
From USA Today bestselling authors Gin Jones & Elizabeth Ashby comes double the murder and double the sleuthing in a Danger Cove Crossover event!
The Danger Cove Lighthouse Farmers' Market is holding a salsa contest to celebrate the tomato harvest, and market manager, Maria Dolores is thrilled by the large number of entries. But when the judge, a local sports coach, goes missing, Maria realizes she isn't the only person looking for him. He may have information on the recent murder of a quilt collector, so appraiser Keely Fairchild has some questions for him.
Unfortunately, when the two women finally find the coach it's too late—he's been killed too. Maria and Keely team up, convinced that the two murders are related, even if the police disagree with their theory. The problem is that while there are plenty of suspects for the first murder—pretty much everyone who ever met the quilt collector hated him—there's absolutely no one who had any reason to want the coach dead. And yet, not only has he been brutally murdered, but subsequent events also suggest the killer may have more victims in sight. This is definitely an instance where Two Sleuths Are Better Than One!
The Danger Cove books:
Secret of the Painted Lady (a Danger Cove Renovation Mystery)
Murder and Mai Tais (a Danger Cove Cocktail Mystery)
Death by Scones (a Danger Cove Bakery Mystery)
Four-Patch of Trouble (a Danger Cove Quilting Mystery)
Deadly Dye and a Soy Chai (a Danger Cove Hair Salon Mystery)
Killer Closet Case (a Danger Cove B&B Mystery)
Tree of Life and Death (a Danger Cove Quilting Mystery)
A Killing in the Market (a Danger Cove Farmers' Market short story in the "Killer Beach Reads" collection)
Killer Colada (a Danger Cove Cocktail Mystery)
Passion, Poison & Puppy Dogs (a Danger Cove Pet Sitter Mystery)
A Novel Death (a Danger Cove Bookshop Mystery)
Robbing Peter to Kill Paul (a Danger Cove Quilting Mystery)
Sinister Snickerdoodles (a Danger Cove Bakery Mystery)
Hurricanes and Heroes (a Danger Cove Cocktail Mystery)
A Death in the Flower Garden (a Danger Cove Farmers' Market Mystery)
Divas, Diamonds & Death (a Danger Cove Pet Sitter Mystery)
A Slaying in the Orchard (a Danger Cove Farmers' Market Mystery)
A Secret in the Pumpkin Patch (a Danger Cove Farmers' Market Mystery)
Deadly Dirty Martinis (a Danger Cove Cocktail Mystery)
A Poison Manicure and Peach Liqueur (a Danger Cove Hair Salon Mystery)
Not-So-Bright Hopes (a Danger Cove Quilting Mystery short story in the "Pushing Up Daisies" collection)
Tequila Trouble (a Danger Cove Cocktail Mystery)
Deadly Thanksgiving Sampler (a Danger Cove Quilting mystery)
Killer Eyeshadow and a Cold Espresso (a Danger Cove Hair Salon Mystery)
Two Sleuths Are Better Than One (a Danger Cove Crossover Mystery)
About Danger Cove:
Danger Cove is a sleepy little town in the Pacific Northwest and home to renowned mystery novelist, Elizabeth Ashby. While Elizabeth swears the stories she writes are fiction, you can find the inspiration for her murderous tales all over Danger Cove...from the intriguing cast of local characters to the places to eat, play, and explore in Danger Cove. Don't let our name fool you—we're the friendliest (even if deadliest) town in the Pacific Northwest!
The Danger Cove Lighthouse Farmers' Market is holding a salsa contest to celebrate the tomato harvest, and market manager, Maria Dolores is thrilled by the large number of entries. But when the judge, a local sports coach, goes missing, Maria realizes she isn't the only person looking for him. He may have information on the recent murder of a quilt collector, so appraiser Keely Fairchild has some questions for him.
Unfortunately, when the two women finally find the coach it's too late—he's been killed too. Maria and Keely team up, convinced that the two murders are related, even if the police disagree with their theory. The problem is that while there are plenty of suspects for the first murder—pretty much everyone who ever met the quilt collector hated him—there's absolutely no one who had any reason to want the coach dead. And yet, not only has he been brutally murdered, but subsequent events also suggest the killer may have more victims in sight. This is definitely an instance where Two Sleuths Are Better Than One!
The Danger Cove books:
Secret of the Painted Lady (a Danger Cove Renovation Mystery)
Murder and Mai Tais (a Danger Cove Cocktail Mystery)
Death by Scones (a Danger Cove Bakery Mystery)
Four-Patch of Trouble (a Danger Cove Quilting Mystery)
Deadly Dye and a Soy Chai (a Danger Cove Hair Salon Mystery)
Killer Closet Case (a Danger Cove B&B Mystery)
Tree of Life and Death (a Danger Cove Quilting Mystery)
A Killing in the Market (a Danger Cove Farmers' Market short story in the "Killer Beach Reads" collection)
Killer Colada (a Danger Cove Cocktail Mystery)
Passion, Poison & Puppy Dogs (a Danger Cove Pet Sitter Mystery)
A Novel Death (a Danger Cove Bookshop Mystery)
Robbing Peter to Kill Paul (a Danger Cove Quilting Mystery)
Sinister Snickerdoodles (a Danger Cove Bakery Mystery)
Hurricanes and Heroes (a Danger Cove Cocktail Mystery)
A Death in the Flower Garden (a Danger Cove Farmers' Market Mystery)
Divas, Diamonds & Death (a Danger Cove Pet Sitter Mystery)
A Slaying in the Orchard (a Danger Cove Farmers' Market Mystery)
A Secret in the Pumpkin Patch (a Danger Cove Farmers' Market Mystery)
Deadly Dirty Martinis (a Danger Cove Cocktail Mystery)
A Poison Manicure and Peach Liqueur (a Danger Cove Hair Salon Mystery)
Not-So-Bright Hopes (a Danger Cove Quilting Mystery short story in the "Pushing Up Daisies" collection)
Tequila Trouble (a Danger Cove Cocktail Mystery)
Deadly Thanksgiving Sampler (a Danger Cove Quilting mystery)
Killer Eyeshadow and a Cold Espresso (a Danger Cove Hair Salon Mystery)
Two Sleuths Are Better Than One (a Danger Cove Crossover Mystery)
About Danger Cove:
Danger Cove is a sleepy little town in the Pacific Northwest and home to renowned mystery novelist, Elizabeth Ashby. While Elizabeth swears the stories she writes are fiction, you can find the inspiration for her murderous tales all over Danger Cove...from the intriguing cast of local characters to the places to eat, play, and explore in Danger Cove. Don't let our name fool you—we're the friendliest (even if deadliest) town in the Pacific Northwest!
211 pages, ebook
First published July 25, 2019
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About the author
Elizabeth Ashby
52 books54 followersLocal resident Elizabeth Ashby was born and raised in Danger Cove and now uses her literary talent to tell stories about the town she knows and loves. Ms. Ashby has penned several Danger Cove Mysteries, which are published by Gemma Halliday Publishing. While she does admit to taking some poetic license in her storytelling, she loves to incorporate the real people and places of her hometown into her stories. She says anyone who visits Danger Cove is fair game for her poisoned pen, so tourists beware! When she's not writing, Ms. Ashby enjoys gardening, taking long walks along the Pacific coastline, and curling up with a hot cup of tea, her cat, Sherlock, and a thrilling novel.
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July 18, 2019
I love the smooth way the authors were able to divide the book between two characters who usually have their own stories, Maria Dolores and Keely Fairchild. It kept me on my toes. There are two murders to be solved and a slew of possible murderers. They were able to keep the suspense going until the end. I hope they decide to bring these two characters together again!
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
August 19, 2019
Two Sleuths are Better Than One earns 5/5 Salsa Sensations...Clever and Engaging Fun!
I am a frequent visitor to Danger Cove, and eager to stay for a long time. Gin Jones has “stitched” together her two sub-series into a delightful crossover with Maria Delores from her Farmers’ Market series meeting and collaborating with Keely Fairchild from her Quilting Mystery. Two murders have occurred and together these amateur detectives work to find if they are connected and whether they are dealing with one or two killers. For Maria, her emcee and judge for the salsa competition is no where to be found, and a billionaire quilt collector has been found dead at the missing man’s guest cottage. Coincidence? No such thing in Danger Cove!
Clever! Added to Gin Jones’s entertaining writing style with descriptive language and dialogue, she employs a joint first-person narrative. Each chapter is labeled to inform the reader from whose perspective they will be enjoying...clever, not at all confusing. The two women work quite well together with similar techniques sharing a distrust of Detective Marshall who himself sees no reason to take any layperson seriously. But, they aren’t completely shut out from the local law enforcement. The mystery is very clever, especially since there seems to be no obvious connections and the possibility for more is dramatic...put your inner Sherlock into high gear! Loved it! Salsa enthusiasts unite! Gin Jones has provided the five salsa finalist’s recipes for you judge: Cassidi’s Texas-Style Summer Salsa, Meri’s Dangerously Delicious Roasted Tomatillo Salsa, Merle’s Pear Salsa (I’ve got to try this one!), Matt’s Black Bean Salsa, and Dee’s Quick Corn and Bean Salsa. You’ll find these salsas may have outgrown their chip partner...
Disclosure: I received an ARC from the publisher. My review is voluntary with honest insights and comments.
I am a frequent visitor to Danger Cove, and eager to stay for a long time. Gin Jones has “stitched” together her two sub-series into a delightful crossover with Maria Delores from her Farmers’ Market series meeting and collaborating with Keely Fairchild from her Quilting Mystery. Two murders have occurred and together these amateur detectives work to find if they are connected and whether they are dealing with one or two killers. For Maria, her emcee and judge for the salsa competition is no where to be found, and a billionaire quilt collector has been found dead at the missing man’s guest cottage. Coincidence? No such thing in Danger Cove!
Clever! Added to Gin Jones’s entertaining writing style with descriptive language and dialogue, she employs a joint first-person narrative. Each chapter is labeled to inform the reader from whose perspective they will be enjoying...clever, not at all confusing. The two women work quite well together with similar techniques sharing a distrust of Detective Marshall who himself sees no reason to take any layperson seriously. But, they aren’t completely shut out from the local law enforcement. The mystery is very clever, especially since there seems to be no obvious connections and the possibility for more is dramatic...put your inner Sherlock into high gear! Loved it! Salsa enthusiasts unite! Gin Jones has provided the five salsa finalist’s recipes for you judge: Cassidi’s Texas-Style Summer Salsa, Meri’s Dangerously Delicious Roasted Tomatillo Salsa, Merle’s Pear Salsa (I’ve got to try this one!), Matt’s Black Bean Salsa, and Dee’s Quick Corn and Bean Salsa. You’ll find these salsas may have outgrown their chip partner...
Disclosure: I received an ARC from the publisher. My review is voluntary with honest insights and comments.
August 6, 2019
Gin Jones has captured my interest and intrigued me with both of her Danger Cove Mysteries series from the beginning so I was pleased to discover that she has presented us with a double mystery featuring Maria Delores of her Danger Cove Farmers’ Market Mysteries and Keely Fairchild of her Danger Cove Quilting Mysteries. Two of Danger Coves most ardent amateur sleuths cross paths when it appears that two murders that landed in their respective laps may be connected. Not only do they need to prove to the police that the two murders are related, they may have to figure out might have committed the crimes, especially since Detective Lester Marshall is in charge of one of the cases. Followers of the Danger Cove series will remember this narrow focus excuse for a detective from earlier encounters. Thank goodness Detective Ohlsen is also in the mix. Time spent at the farmers market is always interesting and a salsa making contest offers fun for those attending the market and for the reader.
I have followed all three of Gin Jones’s series since the beginning and love the plots and watching the author reveal more about the characters and their relationships with each book. I was especially excited to see the protagonists of two of the series working together. I requested and received an ARC of Two Sleuths Are Better Than One and enjoyed it as much as I expected.
I have followed all three of Gin Jones’s series since the beginning and love the plots and watching the author reveal more about the characters and their relationships with each book. I was especially excited to see the protagonists of two of the series working together. I requested and received an ARC of Two Sleuths Are Better Than One and enjoyed it as much as I expected.
August 7, 2019
I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review. The Danger Cove series has several subseries within it written by different authors. Two Sleuths are Better Than One is a crossover between two subseries written by Gin Jones (Quilting Mysteries and Farmers Market Mysteries), and brings together her two amateur sleuths, Keely and Maria in alternating chapters. Reading these series separately, I am very excited to see them come together. They make a wonderful friendship! This book is a wonderful opportunity to see what happens when two wonderful characters have the opportunity to meet and work together. I don’t know which friendship I loved more: Keely and Maria or the friendship between Matt and Merle! Although I would recommend reading the other books about Keely (Four-Patch Trouble, Tree of Life and Death, Robbing Peter to Kill Paul, and Deadly Thanksgiving Sampler) and Maria (A Death in the Flower Garden, A Slaying in the Orchard, and A Secret in the Pumpkin Patch) first, it absolutely isn’t necessary! Enjoy!
August 7, 2019
Two favorite Danger Cove Mystery characters return albeit together in this delightful cozy sure to please. When each uncovers a murder to sleuth, and they are seemingly connected, what better way to solve the mystery than to team up with each other? The authors did a wonderful job uniting these two amateur sleuths complete with the twists and turns, plenty of chaos and suspense, and comedy that the Danger Cove Mysteries ALWAYS provide. No spoilers here, just a quick review in hopes of enticing you to pick this up. You don't have to read these books in order, but you'll want to go back after this one, if for no other reason, for the sheer enjoyment! I hope these two are embroiled in another mystery together again soon! I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and am providing unsolicited feedback!
July 3, 2019
Danger Cove mysteries are interesting mysteries with plenty of details and good repeating characters. This book combines the Farmer Market Mysteries and the Quilting Mysteries. The result was getting to read about favorite characters from both "worlds" but had a distracting quality that seemed like there was too much duplication between the main characters of both series. However a lot of action and a mystery that seemingly wasn't going to be solved combined to become an engaging and entertaining book.
October 24, 2022
Who knew that a special quilt and a salsa competition could end up with not one but two separate murders! The quilting club is determined to find the murder of the person who ordered the special quilt, and the market is in an uproar over a judge being murdered. Follow the twists, turns and excitement as Kelley and Maria team up to find the murderer[s]. Lots of actions and clues but I couldn't guess who the murderer[s] were until the last few pages. Very exciting and many edge of your seat's moments, mystery fans will thoroughly enjoy this story.
July 29, 2019
Two Sleuths are Better Than One is another engaging Danger Cove mystery. Our sleuths are Keely, the quilt appraiser, and Maria, the farmers' market director. The first deceased is a quilt collector. The second murder of the popular football coach, takes place at the Saturday farmers' market six days later. Are these murders related? The police do no think so. With no clear cut suspects, Maria and Keely begin their investigation. I was fascinated the minute I began reading.
July 14, 2019
This was a fun mystery, set in a town where there's a large weekly farmers market, and also a passion for quilting.
This story was told from two different people's viewpoints but they ultimately came together to solve the mystery of who murdered an apparently well-loved member of the community.
The story was a little hard to follow at times with the different viewpoints, but it was a fun read all the same. There were many suspects and I didn't guess who the bad guy really was!
This story was told from two different people's viewpoints but they ultimately came together to solve the mystery of who murdered an apparently well-loved member of the community.
The story was a little hard to follow at times with the different viewpoints, but it was a fun read all the same. There were many suspects and I didn't guess who the bad guy really was!
August 11, 2019
I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.
Combining 2 series was a great idea. While you don't need to read all of those before this, you'll want to after reading it. It is so much fun. I honestly worried that there'd be a continuation as this was one crazy difficult mystery that might not get solved. I could not put it down!
Combining 2 series was a great idea. While you don't need to read all of those before this, you'll want to after reading it. It is so much fun. I honestly worried that there'd be a continuation as this was one crazy difficult mystery that might not get solved. I could not put it down!
December 20, 2019
Totally worth it!
This book features both Keely Fairchild from the Quilting Mysteries and Maria Dolores from the Farmers' Market Mysteries. I already knew Maria and Keely from previous books, so I thought this was really cool! An excellent mystery, that I truly enjoyed! This was double the fun! And very much worth my time!
This book features both Keely Fairchild from the Quilting Mysteries and Maria Dolores from the Farmers' Market Mysteries. I already knew Maria and Keely from previous books, so I thought this was really cool! An excellent mystery, that I truly enjoyed! This was double the fun! And very much worth my time!
March 30, 2021
4.5 stars for this mystery. Love the series and always enjoy catching up with the regulars in each book. This book was a little hard for me to love, with 2 sleuths. I think it is just my preference to only have 1 main mystery solver. Great storyline and intriguing to see who the bad guys really are!
August 6, 2019
This one was fantastic. It really kept me guessing. Just when I think that this series couldn’t possibly get better it does. I love each and every book. They all are fabulous.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
September 1, 2023
Another thriller
Marie and Keeley work together to solve two murders, one a cheap skate millionaire and the other a popular local football coach. Many suspects which keep leading to dead ends. Great reading thanks
Marie and Keeley work together to solve two murders, one a cheap skate millionaire and the other a popular local football coach. Many suspects which keep leading to dead ends. Great reading thanks
August 6, 2019
Yes two sleuths are better than one in this fast paced cozy mystery! Filled with wonderful complex interesting characters this book will keep you turning to the next page! I loved this book!
December 29, 2021
really enjoyed this one, it was one of the best in the series...
March 9, 2023
Great Story
I loved this book. This book was fast-paced keeping up with 2 detectives. There were plenty of twists and turns to keep you hooked.
I loved this book. This book was fast-paced keeping up with 2 detectives. There were plenty of twists and turns to keep you hooked.
January 10, 2024
Who killed Coach Andy and Gabe and why??? Money owed??? I enjoyed this story and recommended the book.
September 16, 2020
Interesting and entertaining
August 7, 2019
This is a delightful addition to the Danger Cove Series. Author Gin Jones has combines two of her wonderful characters in one book. Two Sleuths, two murders. Keely Fairchild is a former attorney, now quilt appraiser who now lives in a renovated bank, complete with its own vault. Maria Dolores is a former financial planner and now the head of the Danger Cove Farmers Market. Both amateur sleuths now combining their efforts to solve two murders that have taken place close to each other. They must figure out if the murders are separate or related. There is the usual quirky cast of characters and it’s a treat to have all of them from the two series together. Well done!
August 3, 2019
Two Sleuths are Better Than One is another engaging Danger Cove mystery. Our sleuths are Keely, the quilt appraiser, and Maria, the farmers' market director. The first deceased is a quilt collector. The second murder of the popular football coach, takes place at the Saturday farmers' market six days later. Are these murders related? The police do no think so. With no clear cut suspects, Maria and Keely begin their investigation. I was fascinated the minute I began reading.
August 12, 2019
What a great addition to the Danger Cove series! This is one of my favorite series! I love how different authors tell the stories of different characters in the coastal town of Danger Cove. It all comes together to make a great series! This one was so interesting because it gives the story’s plot from two different characters who work on solving two different murders in town. Plus, it has a surprise ending! What more can you ask!
August 4, 2019
Love this series. Each book is written by different authors and that keeps the series fresh. The writing, the setting and the fun quirky characters will keep you coming back for more. I look forward to the next book.
August 6, 2019
Two murders, two sleuths, problem solved.
August 6, 2019
Yes two sleuths are better than one in this fast paced cozy mystery! Filled with wonderful complex interesting characters this book will keep you turning to the next page! I loved this book!
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