Denise Swansons Schreibstil wird für seine fesselnden Erzählungen gefeiert. Ihre Prosa zeichnet sich durch einen ausgefeilten Stil aus und hat die Fähigkeit, den Leser in die Tiefen der menschlichen Psyche zu ziehen. In ihren Werken befasst sich Swanson häufig mit der Komplexität zwischenmenschlicher Beziehungen und erforscht Themen wie Liebe, Verlust und Erlösung. Ihre Fähigkeit, lebendige Charaktere und überzeugende Handlungsstränge zu erschaffen, hat ihr eine treue Leserschaft eingebracht.
Set in a small Missouri town, the story follows Devereaux Sinclair, who runs an old-fashioned store. Her idyllic life takes a chaotic turn as she finds herself entangled in a series of murders that disrupt her peaceful existence. The narrative blends humor and mystery, showcasing Devereaux's quirky character as she navigates the challenges of small-town life while solving crimes that keep appearing at her doorstep.
In Shadow Bend, Missouri, Devereaux "Dev" Sinclair's new dime store becomes the backdrop for a gripping mystery when she partners with handsome private investigator Jake Del Vecchio. Their first case centers on the disappearance of Gabriella Winston, the wife of a wealthy philanthropist facing community backlash over his wildlife park plans. As suspicions arise around Elliot Winston, Dev is determined to uncover the truth, revealing that rural life can be just as perilous as city living.
In this engaging Scumble River Mystery, a school psychologist navigates a web of intrigue when a disgruntled school board member is found dead. As she delves into the investigation, she must balance her professional responsibilities with the chaos that ensues in her small town. The story blends humor and suspense, showcasing the challenges of uncovering secrets while dealing with the complexities of school politics and community dynamics.
Set against the festive backdrop of Scumble River, the story revolves around school psychologist Skye Denison, who faces a wedding crisis amidst a murder investigation. The town's new librarian, Yvonne Osborn, is found dead, leading to a growing list of suspects fueled by her strict moral code. As Skye juggles wedding preparations and the chaos of small-town life, she must uncover the truth behind Yvonne's murder to ensure her own happy ending isn't derailed.
New York Times Bestselling Scumble River Series When ex–Vegas showgirl and local business owner Bunny Reid starts an online dating service called Cupid’s Cat’s Meow, out-of-town visitors flock to her bowling alley for the speed dating and cat show events that she hosts to bring in extra cash. Bunny’s scheme sounds harmless enough, but school psychologist Skye Denison knows all too well that an influx of strangers in Scumble River always spells trouble…. Meanwhile, Skye is convinced that her house is haunted and is afraid her fiancé, police chief Wally Boyd, won’t move in until the ghost moves out. But ghost-hunting takes a back seat when Skye is called to the bowling alley, where a riled up contestant is choking a cat show judge for insulting his feline. Skye breaks up the scuffle, but the next morning the judge’s dead body is found, strangled with a cat toy. Now Skye must solve this purrplexing mystery—and show a devious killer that her sleuthing skills are the cat’s meow.
Originally published: Naperville, IL: Sourcebooks Landmark: 2017.
There's something fishy just below the surface of Scumble River... School psychologist Skye Denison-Boyd is getting ready to return to work from her maternity leave and hoping for a peaceful year in her job as a school psychologist. But when an elderly woman disappears on her first day back and a disgruntled parent threatens to sue the school, Skye realizes that her return will be anything but quiet. When the parent suing Skye's school is found dead and with the missing woman's case is still unsolved, Skye suspects the crimes are somehow linked. With her chief of police husband, Wally, at her side, Skye dives into the investigations. But as tensions rise and Skye and Wally's suspect list lengthens, they start to wonder whether a member of their own tight-knit community could be behind it all...
"School psychologist Skye Denison-Boyd is settling into the rhythm of being a working mom, but when school is put on lockdown, life gets messy again. Not only is she stuck in a room with her horrible superintendent, Dr. Wraige, it looks like the lockdown was a false alarm-someone left a cupid's bow and arrow in a classroom. Later, as Wally looks into an attempted break-in, he finds the superintendent murdered, his jugular cut with the arrow of a cupid statue. Did love just turn deadly in Scumble River? As the part-time psychological consultant for the police department, Skye joins Wally in investigating the murder. But things get even more personal when her godfather Uncle Charlie gets wrapped up in a state police sting. With a dead boss, a godfather under suspicion, and a mythical killer on the loose, Skye has more than enough work cut out for her!"--
Returning to her small hometown after years away, Skye Denison faces unexpected tragedy when her grandmother is found dead. Initially deemed a natural death, Skye's insistence on an autopsy reveals murder, igniting her determination to uncover the truth. As she delves into family secrets, tensions rise among relatives, complicating her investigation. Skye's pursuit of justice is further threatened by escalating attacks on her, forcing her to confront both her family's dark past and the lurking danger that may lead her closer to the killer.
Amidst personal turmoil from a breakup, Skye Denison hires the alluring contractor Beau Hamilton for her inherited home's renovation. Despite his charm, Beau's reputation as a womanizer raises red flags. When he is found dead, Skye finds herself entangled in a mystery that requires her to navigate a passionate police chief, a secretive brother, and the eerie atmosphere of her old house. Determined to uncover the truth, she must balance her emotions with the need for justice in this gripping tale.