A reunion for murder in Haines Tavern
Sheila agrees to soothe Clara's nervousness by accompanying her friend to the 20-year class reunion for North Bend County High. Nostalgia, good memories, old friendships – this should be fun, right?
Ah, but grudges, old rivalries, and long-buried secrets also arise. And before the festivities wrap up, there's one old classmate dead, another being questioned, and enough suspicion to cover several more.
While the sheriff’s department looked at them askance for being on the scene – again — Sheila and Clara have their hands full making sure the wrong person isn't accused and the right one doesn't get away.
Especially with Sheila also wondering about her relationship with ex-policeman Teague O'Donnell, her fledgling attempts to write fiction, and – of course – the well-being of the canine crew of Gracie, LuLu, and Murphy.
What readers say about Carrion Lane
"Sheila is Clara's reluctant date to a high school reunion and, as Teague would say, of course a dead body turns up! The mystery is cleverly written and the characters will make you remember your high school days. McLinn's books are . . . written with a great deal of intelligence and wit. Can't wait for the next one!" -5*
"Sheila attends as Clara's guest and I very much enjoyed reading about her comments on the party goers as well as the snippets of conversation she overheard. We know that along the way these observations will be vital to solving the mystery." -5*
“Patricia McLinn is definitely one of my favorite authors and reading a new book of hers is always a treat. This latest Secret Sleuth adventure in no exception. As usual, her writing is engaging and filled with humor. The mystery and the characters' interactions are captivating. Can hardly wait for the next one!”-5*
"Top shelf reading! . . . Definitely one of my favorite authors and reading a new book of hers is always a treat . . . As usual, her writing is engaging and filled with humor. The mystery and the characters' interactions are captivating. Can hardly wait for the next one!" -5*
Secret Sleuth series
Death on the Diversion
Death on Torrid Avenue
Death on Beguiling Way
Death on Covert Circle
Death on Shady Bridge
Death on Carrion Lane
Death on ZigZag Trail
Death on Puzzle Place
What readers say about Secret Sleuth series
“Oh so enjoyable. Patricia McLinn's writing grown up entertainment full of wit and charm that should satisfy the most discerning readers.”-5*
“Sassy Sheila fill(s) us with many fun moments . . . (Aunt Kit) adds the right balance . . . A force to be reckoned with. She helped make Sheila the interesting character we want more of.”-5*
"If you like a clever mystery, with lots of insider dog humor don't miss this series. English lit lovers will find loads of one-liners just for them as well." -5*
"These books are terrific! And, having a collie myself, I have to tell you, the description of the collie alarm system is spot on!" -5*
"I so thoroughly enjoy this series and author that when a new book arrives, I drop everything to start reading." -5*
