Susan Wittig Albert Reihenfolge der Bücher (Chronologisch)

The narrative centers on Olivia Andrews, a well-known blogger and podcaster who focuses on crime victims' stories. She uncovers a long-buried murder mystery linked to a prominent local figure in Pecan Springs. Just as she prepares to reveal her findings, Olivia is tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident, raising questions about whether it was truly an accident or a targeted act. Her sister embarks on a quest for answers, delving into the dark secrets surrounding Olivia's death and the mystery she was investigating.

Set against the backdrop of the New Mexico desert in 1940, the narrative explores the unique relationship between renowned artist Georgia O'Keeffe and aspiring writer Maria Chabot. O'Keeffe, seeking solitude to create her art, invites Chabot to help manage her remote home. This arrangement leads to a profound exploration of creativity, mentorship, and the complexities of their bond as they navigate the challenges of isolation and artistic ambition.

It's Labor Day weekend, 1935, and members of the Darling Dahlias-the garden club in little Darling, Alabama-are trying to keep their cool at the end of a sizzling summer. This isn't easy, though, since there's a firebug on the loose in Darling.

In this collection of three novellas, fans of Pecan Springs, Texas, will be captivated by the intertwining stories of crime reporter Jessica Nelson. In "Deadlines," Jessica receives an anonymous tip about a year-old death that may be murder, but her attention is divided between this potential scoop and her own traumatic past involving the arson deaths of her family. As the newspaper faces an existential threat, Jessica must uncover the truth hidden in a mysterious notepaper. "Fault Lines" sees the Enterprise on the brink of collapse, with Jessica grappling not only with the impending loss of her job but also with her debilitating fear of fire linked to her family's tragedy. Meanwhile, her friend Ruby Wilcox, exploring her psychic abilities, urges Jessica and China Bayles to help unearth a buried secret that could lead to shocking revelations about a long-forgotten murder. In "Firelines," the Enterprise has a temporary reprieve, but uncertainty looms. Jessica is drawn to investigate a hot lead in her family's cold-case arson, which connects to the death of a police officer. As she confronts her phobia and meets a man dedicated to wildfire protection, she inches closer to uncovering the elusive killer who has evaded justice for over two decades.

"Spring, 1935 finds the little Alabama town of Darling excited about their new local radio station, WDAR. But there are problems brewing at the newspaper, where a trio of new hires causes headaches for editor Charlie Dickens. That's not the worst of it, though, as the Dahlias discover when the newest resident at Bessie Bloodworth's Magnolia Manor is found dead. She had overindulged in a large and very rich chocolate cake--but was something else baked into that cake? If so, one of the Dahlias is likely to find herself at the top of Sheriff Buddy Norris' suspect list. That would give Darling something to gossip about! And there's plenty more to keep the tongues wagging. Will the ladies at the new bakery ever learn to bake bread? What's happening in Liz Lacy's love life? Will her new book be a success? And can Voodoo Lil's special brand of magic keep Violet Sims from taking Cupcake off to Hollywood to become a Shirley Temple look-alike? But amid all these mysteries, one thing's for certain: The Darling Dahlias just keep growing"--

From Susan Wittig Albert, the New York Times bestselling author of A Plain Vanilla Murder, comes a tightly crafted novel that juxtaposes the disappearance of a rare, remarkably illustrated 18th-century herbal with the true and all-too-human story of its gifted creator, Elizabeth Blackwell.

From Susan Wittig Albert, the New York Times best-selling author of Queen Anne's Lace, comes an intriguing new addition to her widely-acclaimed China Bayles Mysteries.

NYT bestselling author Susan Wittig Albert returns to Depression-era Darling, Alabama where the ladies of the Dahlias, the local garden club, are happy to dig a little dirt!

The New York Times bestselling author of the China Bayles Mysteries takes readers back to Darling, Alabama, in the spring of 1933—where the women of the Darling Dahlias’ garden club are betting their bottom dollar there’s going to be trouble… When the local bank suddenly closes, the small town of Darling is caught short on cash. To avoid disaster, town leaders hatch a plan to print Darling Dollars. The “funny money” can serve as temporary currency so the town can function. But when the first printing of the scrip disappears, the Darling Dahlias set out to discover who made an unauthorized withdrawal. Meanwhile, County Treasurer Verna Tidwell questions whether she can trust the bank’s new vice president, Alvin Duffy—or the feelings he stirs up inside her. And Liz Lacy learns her longtime beau may be forced into a shotgun wedding. Seems other troubles don’t just go away when there’s a crisis. There’ll be no pennies from heaven, but if anyone can balance things out, folks can bank on the Darling Dahlias… INCLUDES SOUTHERN-STYLE DEPRESSION-ERA RECIPES!  

With the help of a lawyer friend in Texas, China Bayles investigates a cold case involving a valuable piece of Mexican art after suspecting that it may be connected to the death of another friend. 30,000 first printing.