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About HOPE ISLAND a gripping murder mystery full of twists (Coffin Cove Mysteries)

AN ADDICTIVE MUST-READ WHODUNNIT FROM THE NEWEST TALENT IN CRIME FICTION. Local journalist and sometime sleuth Andi Silvers is on the trail of another mystery. Andrea “Andi” Silvers is starting to feel like the tiny fishing village of Coffin Cove, on the Vancouver coast, just might be home. She’s sort of dating Harry and living with his sister, café-owner Hephzibah. Andi’s job at the Gazette is going well. Just as she starts to feel like things are settling down, Andi is thrown into two investigations at the same time. Human remains are found on Hope Island, a rocky outcrop just off the coast of Coffin Cove. The discovery halts a new development. The tiny island has just one resident, Joshua Moore, who has lived there in isolation for years. Meanwhile, a gas station owner is shot dead on the west coast. When Andi goes to cover the story, she is startled to discover her estranged father is back. And he left his business card with Joyce Mayfield, the victim of the shooting. What’s her father up to this time? Discover a web of murder and mystery laced with humour and a thread of romance in this fast-paced whodunnit set on the gorgeous coast of Western Canada. Fans of Louise Penny, Elly Griffiths, L.J. Ross, Ann Cleeves, Jane Adams, Joy Ellis and Lisa Regan will devour this mesmerizing crime thriller. READERS LOVE HOPE ISLAND: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I love this series and was gripped from beginning to end.” Barbara ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A very enjoyable book with a good climactic ending.” Carole ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Strong, sympathetic characters . . . an excellent, readable series! 5 stars.” Kathleen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “What an awesome book! I really enjoyed the story, the characters and how the book kept my attention so much that I couldn't put it down!” Bobbi ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “With a solid mystery at heart, a credible cast, a beautifully described location and an intriguing storyline this is a worthy addition to the series.” Ruth ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A really good read!” Libby ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Good book! This book had suspense, intrigue, mystery, and a good whodunnit! The storyline was interesting and flowed nicely!” Debbie ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “It’s non-stop action with developments at every turn and it had me hooked.” Elaine MEET ANDI SILVERS Andrea “Andi” Silvers is an investigative journalist in her late thirties. She is driven to uncover mysteries and expose truths. She’s attracted to local fisherman Harry Brown, and he’s interested in her, but he won’t engage in a casual relationship. It’s all or nothing for him. THE SETTING Coffin Cove is a town of contradictions. It was once a thriving community on Canada’s beautiful Pacific coast, surrounded by spectacular nature. But the town’s stunning ocean front is marred by an ugly pulp mill and abandoned fish plant. Fiercely close-knit, kindness and community spirit are hindered by suspicion and mistrust of outsiders. COFFIN COVE MYSTERIES Book 1: COFFIN COVE Book 2: HELL’S HALF ACRE Book 3: HOPE ISLAND

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