The
Adventures of John and Julia Evans Series: Julia
is a newspaper reporter and her husband is a professional knife maker.
Because of her curiosity, John and Julia find themselves in trouble a few times. The Evans
also have three college age daughters, which add a little spice to their life.
When a devastating flood
takes out several homes in a small town, residents are shocked by the news of
also a possible poison spill that kills many of the fish and neighbor's pets.
Julia, the town's newest reporter, begins her investigation but realizes the
story is much bigger and more dangerous than she thought! Julia and her husband
find themselves on the run trying to save their lives while finishing the story
of a lifetime! She never realized that being a reporter could be so dangerous.
With artifacts, dead fish, a devastating flood, and miscreants, John and Julia
have their hands full.
Julia’s boss sends her to
southern Mexico to do a story on artifact theft. Because of her curiosity, John
and Julia find themselves running for their lives once again. The Evans three
college age daughters have their own adventures, as well.
The discovery of a priceless
artifact puts Julia's life in great danger! While on assignment for the
newspaper, John and Julia Evans try to enjoy a romantic vacation among the
Mayan ruins. When Julia sees a couple suspicious men exchanging an item, she
quickly turns and leaves but it is too late. The men have seen her. Before John
and Julia realize what is going on, they are both in danger and find themselves
running for their lives through the jungles of the Yucatan.
When a leather parchment of
Montezuma's map is found in great-grandfather Evans' old chest, April and the
twins know this summer is going to be a memorable one. The girls want to search
for it but their father is against it for some mysterious reason. With Julia's
help, she and the girls convince John to go on a treasure hunt. Is Montezuma's
treasure a legend or reality? Whatever the case, John insists on keeping their
little treasure hunt a secret. If certain people find out about it, the family
could be in danger.
Julia travels to Arizona for
her sleuthing this time. When Julia's brother announces that his dude ranch is
haunted, she believes that someone is trying to sabotage his place and force
him to sell. The mysterious happenings have to do with Superstition Mountain,
the lost Dutchman's goldmine, and the great Thunder God. Is it possible that
the legend of the Thunder God is actually true? After a terrible thunderstorm,
everyone begins to wonder. John and Julia quickly head to Mesa, Arizona and
discover a few mysterious events. Will they find out who is behind these
disasters before Uncle Kelly's dude ranch is ruined?
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Most mysteries are about murder and “who-done-it,” but this
mystery series specializes in missing persons. Each of these books has enough
twists to stump the reader. It has a nice blend of mystery, humor, and clean
romance. In this mystery series, Amelia Moore is the founder of the Moore
Detective Agency. With the help of Rick Bonito, her business is flourishing.
The Bali Mystery: When Mrs. Brody hires Amelia and Rick
to find her missing brother, they find themselves in Bali, Indonesia. They are
mystified why her brother quit his job, put his home up for sale, and ran off
to this mysterious and exotic island without telling a soul.
“This is a cozy mystery, but there is also suspense, danger and, of
course, romance. Throw in two mysterious men in black – complete with black
suits and sunglasses and you have all the makings of an exciting novel.” --Library of Clean Reads
The Shamrock Case:
When Amelia is hired to search for her client’s grandparents, their
investigation takes them to Ireland. Kate must learn about her heritage. Who
are her grandparents and could they still be alive after all these years? Why
did her parents leave Ireland suddenly and move to America? Is there more to
this case than meets the eye?
“Amelia and Rick have the makings of being a lasting couple that readers
will adore and root for. The Shamrock Case moves along quickly. The author
paints a vivid picture of the beauty of Ireland. I could easily see the
greenery and magnificence of the country. Clarke knows both her characters and locations
well and it shines through each word she writes.” --Socrates Book Review
The Missing Heir: Dell Murphy has passed on and left a
fortune to his nephew. He wants his nephew to continue his work at the
orphanage in Mexico, but there is one problem. Neal Woods is missing! If Amelia
and Rick can’t find him soon, the fortune will be turned over to Dell’s brother
and sister who intend to close down “Uncle Dell’s Orphanage.” If that happens,
where will the children go?
“It’s refreshing to me to discover a “cozy mystery”, with two likeable,
romantic characters who enjoy each other and are able to solve a mystery
together. It is a book I am happy to be able to recommend and share with teens
as well as adults of all ages!” --Author
Sherril S. Cannon
The Mysterious Doll: Pauline Jones is confused why her boyfriend
took off without telling a soul where he was going. But that isn’t all. Sam
Whitaker is accused of stealing a valuable porcelain doll from the museum. His
disappearance makes him look guilty, but Pauline is convinced he is innocent.
When Amelia finds Sam, she realizes they need to prove his innocence. Where is
the antique doll and who has taken it?
“I've read all of this author's mysteries and this one is my favorite!
They're all good, but they just keep getting better and better. I think part of
it is getting to know the characters more with each book and watching the way
Amelia and her partner, Rick, work together. The mystery element was great! It
moved along at a good pace and just when I thought I had it figured out at the
end, a few twists were thrown in and I was at a loss once again.” --Katie Watkins, Katies Clean Book Collection
Her Lost Love: Julie
Anderson feels a need to find the man she fell deeply in love with during her
youth. When Julie went off to college to become a lawyer, she lost contact with
her high school sweetheart. She now wants to know what became of Joey and why
he stopped writing to her? This is an assignment that intrigues Amelia. The
thought of finding a long-lost love seems quite romantic.
“I love long-lost love stories. So this one grabbed my interest right
from the beginning. What I enjoy about this series is that there's always more
to each case than they originally think. This case was no different. I love how
their personal relationship is progressing and am excited to see what happens
next. Rick is so irresistible and romantic and he steps up big time in this
book. I'm definitely looking forward to reading more!” --Melanie Valderrama, Mel’s Shelves
Mystery on the Bayou:
Amelia is approached by a woman who is concerned about the son she gave up for
adoption sixteen years ago. Millie has been having nightmares that make her
fear he is in danger. She petitioned the court to view the sealed records but
was refused. Will Amelia and Rick be able to convince the courts to help them? If her son is in danger, will they get there in time?
“Dedicated to ‘all of those who have had to
deal with Marfan’s Syndrome’, the story centers on a search for an adopted
child who is potentially suffering from this rare genetic disorder which can
result in optical and cardiovascular problems and may be life-threatening. The
story takes us into the Louisiana bayous, introduces us to Cajun food including
crayfish, describes alligator life in the deep south, and even teaches us some
interesting self-defense maneuvers for women!” --Author Sherrill Cannon
The Lighthouse Secret:
Rick Bonito’s uncle supposedly drowned five years ago and his body was never
found, but something did not seem right about the report. Uncle Antonio was an
excellent swimmer. His disappearance seems quite suspicious to Rick’s father.
He never felt the complete truth had come out about his brother. It is now up
to Amelia and Rick to find out the truth about his uncle.
“In the Amelia Moore Detective Series, the
author delivers a delightful, fairly fast-paced tale in the pursuit of a missing
person, for that's what Amelia's agency specializes in. This time it is
personal, as Rick's Uncle Antonio Bonito dies in suspicious circumstances. But
what do lighthouses have to do with his disappearance? The reader gets a brief
education into lighthouses, their importance in the past and the interesting
uses they have today.” --Sandra Olshaski, Library
of Clean Reads
