Synopsis
When veterinarian Rylie Sunderland moves to Lake Tahoe to try to make sense of the mess her life’s become, she suddenly finds herself entangled in a murder investigation - - and she’s one of the suspects….
This twist-filled cozy mystery is perfect for fans of Lucy Connelly, Sue Minix, and Victoria Gilbert.
After the veterinary hospital where she worked burns to the ground, Rylie packs up the pieces of her life and her golden retriever Bella and moves to Lake Tahoe. Still reeling from losing the only veterinarian job she’s ever had, she takes a summer job to help out a family friend at an old Lake Tahoe estate that’s been converted into a bed and breakfast inn.
But her vision of spending an idyllic summer at the lake is soon shattered when handsome local bakery owner Colin Matthews is found murdered in a secret tunnel that runs under the old Tahoe estate where she’s working. And as if having a murder occur just steps from where she’s living isn’t enough, Rylie’s shocked to find herself in the crosshairs of the detective in charge of the case as one of the suspects in the murder investigation.
With her reputation and her future on the line, Rylie’s determined to clear her name. Her search for answers takes her all over Lake Tahoe where she finds clues in unlikely locations and the list of suspects grows.
Will she be able to find the answers she needs before her dreams for the future are lost forever?
Here’s what readers are saying:
“This is a fabulous and well written cozy mystery with murder and a little mayhem. The array of characters are vibrant, colorful, charming, and intriguing.”
“This is a great read. Very interesting characters. Well written.”
“A new and brilliant cozy mystery series.”
“Mystery, murder, beautiful scenery, twists and turns, some surprises too.”
“I kept turning page after page until I'd suddenly reached the unexpected and climatic conclusion. It's so good.”
“Lots of suspects and twists galore.”
“I became so entranced with the allure of intrigue and adventure that I hadn't realized it was hours past my bedtime.”
“A suspenseful beginning to a new series, there’s no stopping until the last page.”
“Outstanding characters and a complex mystery.”
“This mystery is for anyone who loves suspense, twists and turns, lovable characters, and a surprise ending.”
“The characters will draw you in with you wanting to get to know them better. But you'll be enticed further by the mystery and intrigue of who done it.”
“I love the characters of Rylie Sunderland and her golden retriever, Bella. The mystery unfolded at a good pace. There were plenty of suspects who had reason and opportunity. Clues were found in unexpected places and some during tense moments. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next one.”
Tragedy in Tahoe is the first book in the Rylie Sunderland cozy mystery series featuring Rylie, a 32-year-old female veterinarian, and her loving golden retriever Bella.
You’ll find an eclectic mix of characters in the charming real-life small town of Tahoe City, California, high in the Sierra Nevada mountains on the north shore of Lake Tahoe, a golden retriever with plenty of personality, and a mystery that will keep you guessing until the end. If you love intriguing cozy mysteries full of twists and turns, you’ll love this series.
Each book in the series may be read as a stand-alone, but they’re more enjoyable when read in order.
About the Author
Rachele Baker is a veterinarian and mystery author. She lives in northern California close to Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley wine country where the Rylie Sunderland Mysteries take place. She drew on her many years of experience as a practicing veterinarian to develop the main character for this series, Rylie, who is also a veterinarian. Rachele's golden retriever Savanna was the inspiration for Rylie's golden retriever Bella. In her free time, Rachele enjoys exploring northern California wine country, Lake Tahoe, and areas along the California coast like Mendocino, Monterey, and Big Sur. Some of her favorite things include freshly brewed coffee in the morning, walks in nature, and, of course, golden retrievers. Sign up for Rachele's Cozy Chat monthly e-newsletter on her website (rachelebaker.com) to get info about her books, photos from her adventures, news for book lovers, and the opportunity to participate in fun contests and giveaways. You can connect with Rachele online on Facebook, Instagram, X, BookBub, and Goodreads.
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