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The Siren’s Daughter
Claire Fuge
Publication date: June 28th 2026
Genres: Historical

1126. The Norman conquest grips Wales. Rebellion stirs. And one woman’s choice could ignite it all.

Nineteen-year-old Angharad, the daughter of a Norman knight and a captive Welsh princess, arrives at Aberteifi Castle for her mother’s arranged marriage. But her new stepfather, the merciless Norman commander of the castle, has other plans. He demands that Angharad expose her mother, Nesta, as a secret rebel or be cast out to die.

To survive, Angharad presses Nesta to reveal the truth about her past: as a Welsh princess stolen by invaders, the victim of wars and betrayals, the seductress of kings and princes. As Nesta’s story unfolds, Angharad discovers a legacy more dangerous than she could have imagined, and must decide whether to protect her mother or herself…

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EXCERPT:

In 1066, Duke Guillaume of Normandy, known to the English as William the Conqueror, won the Battle of Hastings and was crowned King of England.

In 1087, the Norman barons began their invasion of Wales.

By 1126, after countless deaths amongst the thorn-infested hills, swamps, and forests, the Normans had managed to subdue all five Welsh kingdoms. More or less.

Chapter 1. HOMECOMING

All Hallows’ Eve, 1126. West Wales

When the castle loomed out of the hailstorm above her, Angharad was careful not to crane her head upwards in awe as her Norman guards did. Her mother had commanded her to uphold her dignity, no matter what, so she kept her back straight and sat rigid in her saddle. Although the steepness of the hill made her feel as if spikes of ice were being hurled down at her by the castle itself, she didn’t cower. She pretended not to hear the guards cursing about having to drag a pair of heathen women out of the Welsh wildlands. She alone would be her mother’s last, unfailing support.

Angharad’s mother, Nesta, rode alongside, her imperious glare fixed on the track ahead, ignoring the water that streamed from her claw-black hair onto her horse’s flank. Even dressed in threadbare travelling clothes, Nesta didn’t look like the prisoner she was, finally recaptured by the Normans after three years of threats, bribes, and attempted ambushes. She didn’t look like a new bride either, although she was bound to marry the Constable of the castle; the contract had been sealed. No. What Nesta looked like, in the arrogant line of her jaw, in the resolute set of her flawless face, was what she was born to be.

Royalty.

During her nineteen years of life, Angharad had been reminded daily that her mother was the last living princess of Deheubarth, once the most renowned of the Welsh kingdoms. Angharad’s bloodline was the only wealth she possessed; she must look the part.

‘Amongst wolves,’ Nesta had said – and many wolves lived in the cloud-draped forests of these lands – ‘you can tell the leader of the pack from the way he draws every eye towards him. My father looked like a king from two arrowshots away, even when he was wounded from the endless wars, even when he was starving and freezing and caked in mud. Whatever fate we meet in this castle, I refuse to grovel before them. Hold your head high, Angharad. We must not disgrace the memory of our glorious ancestors.’

Luckily, deception was one of Angharad’s talents: Nesta had trained her in it since she was a child. Angharad had the skill of appearing haughty whilst at her most powerless.

When Nesta dismounted on the crest of the hill, Angharad copied, stifling a wince at the cramp in her thighs. Sixty miles they had travelled from the open meadows where they had spent their years of sanctuary amongst the Welsh: a journey of three days and nights, riding and walking through a wasteland of swamps and brambles, the Norman guards watchful behind them, bloodhounds running at their flanks to warn them of rebels and outlaws, with every hamlet full of hostile eyes and nothing to buy and almost nothing to steal. But here they were, at last.

Author Bio:

Claire Fuge writes historical fiction inspired by medieval Wales, the Tewdwr family and the women whose lives were shaped by conquest, loyalty and survival. Her work explores the spaces where history leaves silence, and where storytelling can bring forgotten voices back to life.

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Synopsis:

A Jonathan Gray, M.D. Mystery

On a frosty Sunday morning in February, Dr. Jonathan Gray, Coroner of Orleans Parish, faces a gruesome sight. A dead man splayed against the circular steel and cut-glass blocks of the city’s AIDS memorial in Washington Square Park has strange symbols carved into his forehead and chest. A coded note—a cipher—has been placed under one hand. The body mutilation and note are hallmarks of a serial killer dubbed by the news media as the “Mardi Gras Sweeper,” because he strikes during Carnival season and leaves coded manifestos taunting police and giving hints about his next victim.

Hoping to avoid a panic during the city’s most profitable season, Mayor Max Jamerson asks Gray to investigate the murder “on the sly,” without formal assistance from the New Orleans Police Department. Time is of the essence as Gray races to figure out the cipher and track down the Sweeper in order to prevent additional killings—and save Mardi Gras.

Praise for Shadows of Frenchmen:

"A chilling, razor-sharp mystery set against the explosive energy of Mardi Gras. This cat-and-mouse hunt fuses cryptic clues, relentless suspense and rising terror into a tale that gives us a horrifyingly intimate glimpse into a killer’s mind. Dr. Jonathan Gray is a hero you won’t forget—and the Mardi Gras Sweeper is a nightmare you won’t escape."
~ Kathleen Antrim, Bestselling Author, President-Outliers Writing University

"Michael Rigg does it again, with another thrilling mystery that you won’t be able to put down featuring New Orleans Coroner Jonathan Gray. Shadows of Frenchmen takes readers into the darkest corners of New Orleans’ lush settings and spooky cemeteries as Gray and his colleagues hunt for a possible serial killer, all against the backdrop of raucous Mardi Gras celebrations. Rigg’s love for this extraordinary city shines through on every page, even as danger lurks among the Spanish moss and above-ground tombs."
~ Ellen Byron, USA Today Bestselling & Agatha Award Winning Author

"As a coroner, Dr. Jonathan Gray is the new Kay Scarpetta. In Shadows of Frenchmen, author Michael Rigg skillfully uses beads, beignets, bullets, bombs, and bodies to make New Orleans vivid and alive."
~ John DeDakis, Former CNN editor, writing coach, and author of the Lark Chadwick mystery-suspense-thriller series, at johndedakis.com.

"Great action from the get-go! Atmosphere, characters, and all the right ingredients. A great read by Michael Rigg!"
~ Heather Graham, New York Times Bestselling Author

"Featuring smart and complex characters, Shadows of Frenchmen pulses with energy, taking the reader on a breathless chase for a serial killer terrorizing the city in the days leading up to a city-wide Mardi Gras celebration. Fans of the intrepid New Orleans coroner Dr. Jonathan Gray will not be disappointed!"
~ K.L. Murphy, Author of the Detective Callie Forde Mysteries, The Great Forgotten, and the award-nominated Her Sister's Death

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Book Details:

Genre: Medico-Legal (Coroner) Thriller
Published by: Level Best Books
Publication Date: May 5, 2026
Number of Pages: 336
ISBN: 979-8898202354
Series: A Jonathan Gray, M.D. Mystery, Book 2
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Agatha and Anthony-nominated author Michael Rigg, a lawyer for more than four decades, writes mysteries and thrillers set in two very different locations: Virginia Beach (where he lives) and New Orleans (which he visits as often as possible “for research,” including participation in three Mardi Gras Krewes). He is a retired Navy Judge Advocate and a retired civilian government attorney, formerly working for the Department of the Navy Office of the General Counsel. He is a member of International Thriller Writers, Mystery Writers of America, and both the Sisters in Crime national organization and its Southeastern Virginia Chapter—Mystery by the Sea.

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 My Review: 

This was a fast read. I am a fan of the TV show Bones and Castle with the coroner playing a main role. This book reminded me of those shows. I really liked the short chapters that made the read faster. There is so much going on, that I was kept entertained and the cipher kept me thinking. The setting of New Orleans was interesting to me because I have never been there. Luckily the author has a note at the beginning of the book that discusses the local dialects and street names. The Book took place from February 1st to February 8th. I thought that this was a little unreasonable for a murder case. Especially since the chapters were time stamped and some took place in the middle of the night. However, they think that the killer is a returning serial killer and that sped up the time line. The killer was not who I thought and I liked that my questions were answered at the end of the book. The coroner was also a great character to follow read about. Carnival season in New Orleans added to the excitement of the story. With cemeteries, AIDS memorials, and no formal police department help, the doctor has a lot on his plate. I am giving this book a 5/5 and can not wait to read more from this author. I was given a copy, all opinions are my own. 

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Voted Most Likely to Murder: A Novel by Lacey Moone

About Voted Most Likely to Murder

Voted Most Likely to Murder: A Novel 

Cozy Mystery ..

Setting - Nova Scotia, Canada 

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Crooked Lane Books 

Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 12, 2026

Print length ‏ : ‎ 304 pages

Hardcover ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8892425674 

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0FM6T8D6X

Paperback ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8892425681

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0FM6JKTPR

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A high school reunion comes to an abrupt end when the dead body of the class jock shocks the school’s gymnasium in this cozy mystery debut, perfect for fans of Ellery Adams and Eva Gates.

Belinda Bishop is unemployed and single. At thirty-two, her journalism career feels stuck, and let’s not even speak about her love life, which isn’t helping her look forward to her upcoming high school reunion. Stuck working at her parents' seaside cottage and RV park in Nova Scotia for the time being, she needs time to regroup and come up with a killer story to get her career and her life back on track.

When she literally stumbles across the dead body of the philandering class jock at the reunion, the party quickly comes to a stop. At first, it seems like the perfect opportunity for Belinda to channel her inner Christianne Amanpour, until her childhood-best-friend-turned-nemesis, Jolene Dexter, is declared the prime suspect. Despite their falling out, Belinda is convinced the former pageant queen is innocent.

About Lacey Moone

Lacey Moone was born and raised on the south shore of Nova Scotia, Canada. As a former military spouse, she has lived from one end of the country to the other, even as far north as the Northwest Territories. She currently resides in Alberta. She loves to write mysteries starring tenacious women who are as clever as they are sarcastic, with a focus on strong female friendships.

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INTERVIEW

1.          When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?

When I was seven, the local newspaper was holding a writing contest, and I submitted a story about a girl unicorn on a quest to find boyfriend, with illustrations. I ended up tying for first place with my sister (we were the only ones who entered), but I was still over the moon. I’ve been writing ever since.

 

2.          How long does it take you to write a book?

 

Honestly, it depends. I have one manuscript that I’ve been working on for over four years. But with Voted Most Likely to Murder I had the first draft completed in approx. five months. I am very much a mood writer.

 

3.          What is your work schedule like when you're writing?

 

I don’t have much of a set schedule when it comes to writing. I try to set aside at least two hours a day for writing.  There are days when I don’t get any words down on the page, and others where I’ll write until my husband has to remind me to eat.

 

4.          What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?

 

I can’t write without a cup of tea. Herbal or caffeinated, it doesn’t matter, but I need my teapot in its cute little tea cosy and a cup and saucer next to me. Otherwise it’s just me in a chair staring at a blinking cursor. I am a creature of habit.

 

5.          How do books get published?

 

With patience and determination, in my opinion. You need thick skin and a genuine passion for writing. Getting published, both traditionally or independently, can take years, and even then, sometimes it’s a matter of your work hitting the right desk in front of the right editor at the right time.

 

6.          Where do you get your information or ideas for your books?

 

Sometimes all it takes is a single image to pop into my head, or an off-hand joke or comment from family and friends. Sometimes it’s nothing but a vague outline and a folder of random jokes or one-liners. My writing process is organized chaos.

 

7.          When did you write your first book and how old were you?

 

I wrote my first manuscript when I was twelve. It was a YA novel told in diary entries about a girl whose parents were getting divorced, and she begins acting out by hanging around the supposed “bad crowd” at school. It was was very much the work of an angsty teen.

 

8.          What do you like to do when you're not writing?

 

I enjoy knitting/crocheting, baking, and reading, especially in the winter. In the summer, I like to stay active, so I go for a lot of walks and bike rides. I also love doing touristy stuff in my area, so a lot of museums, town festivals, etc.

 

9.          What does your family think of your writing?

 

My family is very supportive of my writing. Whether it’s helping to think up nautical puns for fictional businesses, running jokes past them, beta-reading early drafts, or brain-storming creative marketing ideas, they’re always there to help and encourage me. I’m so incredibly lucky.

 

10.     What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?

 

For me, the most surprising thing I learned was that it really is never too late to go after a dream. I loved writing as a teen, but tended to lose focus or give up when I hit an obstacle. Then in my twenties, I thought I needed to settle down with a “serious” career. But I still had that “itch” and decided to take up writing again in my thirties. I’m so glad I did. I think my age helped make my writing stronger. I now had the experience and confidence to take chances that my younger self probably wouldn’t have.

 

11.     How many books have you written? Which is your favorite?

 

I’ve written five manuscripts, in different genres, but Voted Most Likely to Murder is definitely my favorite. I was able to take those prior lessons and write what I feel is my strongest book. Also, the setting and characters were inspired by my hometown, so it’s basically my love letter to Nova Scotia.

 

12.     Do you have any suggestions to help me become a better writer? If so, what are they?

 

My best advice is to read, as many stories as you can, in multiple genres. Experiencing different settings, characters, tropes, etc, especially ones you may not normally read or write, can help develop new perspectives and viewpoints you can apply in your own writing.

 

13.     Do you hear from your readers much? What kinds of things do they say?

 

I’m always happy when a reader reaches out to tell me if they enjoyed reading my novel! So far, I’ve got wonderful feedback on my setting and its depiction of Nova Scotia. I’ve also been told my readers enjoy the humor in my novel and the banter between the three main characters, which is always great to hear because those are my favorite scenes to write.

 

14.             Do you like to create books for adults?

 

I feel like writing adult cozy mysteries lets me have the best of both worlds. Writing for adults lets me take more chances with the humor and jokes, but since cozies don’t usually have any swearing, graphic violence or gore, I’ve had readers tell me they read it with their teenage children and enjoyed it.

 

15.             What do you think makes a good story?

 

For me, it’s the characters that make or break a story. It doesn’t matter to me how action-packed or twisty the plot is, I need to be emotionally invested in the characters’ journey.

 

16.     As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?

 

I wanted to be a lawyer for the longest time because I felt it was a safer career choice than writing, and got my degree in criminology. No regrets, though, because it’s come in handy writing mysteries!

 

17.             What Would you like my readers to know?

Hang onto your whimsy as best you can. Get those pink highlights you’ve always wanted. Play in rain puddles if you want. Sing silly songs to your plants. The smallest spark of joy can help light the way in dark times.

 

 

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Dreidels and Dead Ends (Bad Hair Day Mysteries) by Nancy J. Cohen

About Dreidels and Dead Ends

 

Dreidels and Dead Ends (Bad Hair Day Mysteries)

Cozy Mystery

19th in Series 

Setting - Florida 

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Orange Grove Press

Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 23, 2026 

Print length ‏ : ‎ 246 pages 

Paperback ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1952886392 

ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1952886393

Kindle ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1952886409 

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0GWQMWF7Y 

A daring holiday heist at the local history museum sends hairstylist Marla Vail on her most tangled case yet. When salon owner Marla Vail agrees to speak at the local history museum’s gala opening for a new exhibit, she expects applause—not a catastrophe. But shortly after she takes the stage, a thief steals the featured diamond-studded hairbrush, leaving behind an empty display case and a badly injured security guard. Marla’s friend, museum curator Becky Forest, begs for her help in recovering the prized heirloom before the mayor uses this scandal as an excuse to cut their funding. To make matters worse, the antique hairbrush comes with a curse, and suddenly bad luck is spreading through town faster than a botched dye job. As Hanukkah festivities begin, Marla would rather be lighting candles than chasing clues, but with Becky’s job at stake, she takes on the case. Her trail leads to a knot of suspects including the hairbrush’s owner, his greedy cousin, shifty museum staff, and a reclusive collector of mystical antiquities. Instead of enjoying menorah lights and latkes, Marla discovers murder, lies, and larceny. She’ll need sharp wits and a holiday miracle to save the museum and to keep the truth from being brushed aside.

About Nancy J. Cohen  

  Nancy J. Cohen writes the Bad Hair Day Mysteries featuring South Florida hairstylist Marla Vail. Titles in this series have been named Best Cozy Mystery by Suspense Magazine, won the Readers’ Favorite Book Awards and the RONE Award, placed first in the Chanticleer International Book Awards and third in the Arizona Literary Awards. Her nonfiction titles, Writing the Cozy Mystery and A Bad Hair Day Cookbook, have won the FAPA President’s Book Award, the Royal Palm Literary Award, and IAN Book of the Year. When not busy writing, Nancy enjoys reading, fine dining, cruising, and visiting Disney World.

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