Also, her writing was convincing enough for me to buy into the idea. Flames shot into my cheeks. Jodie attracted men like her pecan tarts attracted flies if left uncovered on a hot, sunny day. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Peterson is allergic to cats. This is my assistant . And a not very bright 13-year-old at that. Braxtonâs most prominent citizen is found dead at the base of the water tower. “No, Jonathan, you’re the one who made a scene. I’d just have to get used to it if I wanted to live happily in the Outer Banks. Two wouldn’t hurt. Boston . The premise of a library inside a historic lighthouse is what drew me to the series. It was pale yellow, with a square-cut neckline, close-fitting bodice, tightly cinched patent leather black belt above a flaring skirt, and a stiff petticoat that ended sharply at the knees. ---Books, Movies, Reviews! I was only a summer visitor and it was a long time ago.”, “I remember all our visitors. Chocolaty, nutty, gooey sustenance. “It’s a real coup for the library, and for the town, that you were able to get it here, Bertie. He’s the children’s librarian and we’re very, very lucky to have him.” We hadn’t taken more than a step before Bertie gripped my arm and jerked me to a halt. “Theodore Kowalski, get out of the way and let His Honor have a look.”. Assistant librarian Lucy, is a likeable heroine among an engaging cast of supporting characters.”—Sofie Kelly, New York Times bestselling author of the Magical Cats mysteries People moved away and conversation resumed, as everyone pretended not to have been caught listening. “Excuse me?” I blinked. Butch threw a smile over his shoulder as he allowed himself to be led away. “If you fire Lucy,” she said, loudly enough for everyone to hear. Unable to add item to List. It was the passion for books and the obvious joy I found in reading that I expressed with every word I spoke that convinced her I’d be perfect for the Lighthouse Library. Cupcakes, casinos and laughter - join Tiffany as she tries to solve the mystery of Ethan Becker's death. . I didn’t think this was the time or the place to go into the real reason I’d fled Massachusetts so abruptly. As I stood by the buffet, worrying and stuffing food into my mouth, a path opened in front of me, and I could see all the way to the far side of the room into the alcove. She practiced its calming rituals every day. He’s just plain old Teddy Kowalski from North Carolina. If you're a seller, Fulfillment by Amazon can help you grow your business. Though, the actual lighthouse does NOT have a library in it, and the author does state this. The description of the eBook immediately piqued my interest. Lucy didn't feel very welcome around certain people at the Lighthouse Library when she first started and was nearly accused of stealing some rare old Jane Austen books the library had on display. please sign up “You. The setting is charming and perfect for a cozy mystery. “Sure do. That Bertie had found the money to employ an extra staffer through our busiest time of year, the summer, by going directly to the town council, was of no consequence to Mr. Uppiton. “I don’t care what you think. Connor’s lips moved. I put the card in my pocket without reading it. Where would I go if I couldn’t find a home or a job? Candlelight would have been perfect, but this was, after all, a public place and a library at that. Just what we need in this town. “Teddy has airs and pretentions, but he knows everything there is to know about eighteenth- and nineteenth-century English literature. I decided I needed a chocolate-chip cookie to settle my nerves. 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