Description

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The bubbly fun of a rom-com meets the irresistible quirkiness of a cozy mystery in this buoyant new rom-cozy set off the coast of Southern California. It’s the perfect vacation spot for those who want to get away from it all. Unfortunately for Santa Catalina boat tour guide Whitney Dagner and her chonky cat Whiskers, it’s also the perfect vacation spot for people who want to get away with murder…

"A purrrfect mystery to curl up with!" - Modern Cat

When she’s not piloting a glass bottom boat, showing the sights to tourists, Whit sells seashells by the seashore—among many other sea and sand souvenirs—to help keep her family shop, Nautically Yours, afloat. It’s a far cry from her corporate climbing ladder life in Los Angeles, but Whit and her frisky feline, Whiskers, love calling Catalina home and being close to family. Especially Whit’s grandmother Goldy, a fun and feisty senior who always marched to the beat of a different drum.

In her youth, Goldy was an item with a Catalina catch named Darren. But it was actually a ruse to fool Darren’s parents who wouldn’t have accepted his preference for men. Eventually, he left the island and chose the life—and life-partner—he wanted for himself. Back in town for his mother’s funeral, Darren takes the opportunity to heal his open wounds, and settle some scores.

In a surprise to the residents, Darren produced a documentary about the history of Catalina, and has arranged a premiere screening in the local theater. But his film career is cut short when his partner’s dead body is discovered the night before the opening. Rumors swirl about Darren’s past, along with his partner’s—and the things they’ve done—giving a lot of folks a lot of motives. Now, it’s up to Whit and her boyfriend policeman to catch a killer, and uncover just how much Grandma Goldy knows about the back door deals tied to Darren’s past . . .

About the Author

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Gabby Allan is a California girl who now lives with her husband, daughter, and two insane dogs in Central Pennsylvania. A member of Sisters in Crime, she’s previously published romances and cozy mysteries under another pen name. Visit her at GabbyAllan.com.

Praise For…

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Praise for The Whit and Whiskers Mystery Series
 
“The same stunning background and intriguing characters as Allan’s debut and a much stronger mystery.” —Kirkus Reviews on Something Fishy This Way Comes

“The follow--up to Much Ado About Nauticaling is another humorous cozy mystery with an emphasis on island lifestyle and attractions. The eccentric characters will appeal to fans of Bree Baker’s ‘Seaside Cafe’ mysteries.” —Library Journal
on Something Fishy This Way Comes
 
“[Much Ado About Nauticaling] has an original setting and a unique job for an amateur sleuth, and it’s a refreshing change to read about a sleuth who’s not fleeing her past. Suggest to readers of Bree Baker’s ‘Seaside Cafe’ mysteries.” —Library Journal
 
“Colorful characters determine to weigh into Whit’s private life promise much fun ahead. Cozy fans will be charmed.” —Publishers Weekly on Much Ado About Nauticaling
 
“Santa Catalina Island is the star of this series debut...A glorious setting!” —Kirkus Reviews on Much Ado About Nauticaling

"A purrrfect mystery to curl up with!" - Modern Cat on All that Glitters Isn't Gold

“This is a fun read, and first in a new mystery series. Whitney Dagner moves to Santa Catalina Island and finds a dead body and an old flame, all in the same 24-hour period. Whitney has quirky relatives, a unique family business, and an interesting roommate. It will be fun to follow her as she solves more mysteries on the island, along with her cat Whiskers, in future installments!” —Camille Kovach, Completely Booked bookstore (Murrysville, PA) on Much Ado About Nauticaling