Haunting and Homicide

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Lou Thatcher is haunted by ghosts-friendly ghosts-but when she finds herself involved in a murder investigation, she's in for the fright of a lifetime in this new cozy mystery, perfect for fans of Amanda Flower and Ellen Byron. Lou Thatcher is haunted by ghosts-friendly ghosts-but when she finds herself involved in a murder investigation, she's in for the fright of a lifetime in this new cozy mystery, perfect for fans of Amanda Flower and Ellen Byron. Tallulah "Lou" Thatcher has a gift- she can see dead people. But in New Orleans, Louisiana, this is not a drawback. On the contrary, her ability to see ghosts helps her host viral ghost tours through the historic Garden District. When rival tour guide Adam Brandt-who accused her of faking her encounters to undercut his business-is found murdered, Lou is the only one who can see him . . . his ghost, that is. It's no secret Adam and Lou were feuding and with the absence of a suspect, she's the only one with a clear motive. After detective Dylan Finch, Lou's longtime crush, reveals the murder weapon was a ceremonial dagger from Lou's shop, she's officially declared the prime suspect. Determined to prove her innocence, Lou starts investigating right away. Weaving her way through Adam's business partnerships, friendships, and kinships, Lou must uncover who wished to see him dead before the killer tries to silence her forever.

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Praise for Haunting and Homicide:
Fans of Ellen Byrons cozies will appreciate this new series centered on an atmospheric, haunted New Orleans.
Library Journal

Ava Burke combines all of my favorite mystery elementsfrom ghosts to tarot readings and New Orleans in her debut mystery, Haunting and Homicide. The book opens with an emotional bangand the introduction to Kenneth the ghost. And it continues apace with engaging characters and a story with teeth. Highly recommended!
Carolyn Haines, USA Today bestselling author of the Sarah Booth Delaney mystery series

Lous gift for seeing ghosts is not only a fun basis for this captivating story, Burkes vivid writing, likeable (and a few detestable) characters, fabulous plotting, and super ending make this a thoroughly enjoyable read. Well-done indeed!
Fran Stewart, national bestselling author of the ScotShop Mysteries, the Biscuit McKee mystery series, and the non-fiction After I Die: What My Executor Will Need to Know

Fast and funny! Fans of ghosts and New Orleans wont want to miss this smartly written first in a new mystery series.
Molly MacRae, author of the Haunted Shell Shop Mystery series and the Highland Bookshop Mystery series

Dont miss this high-spirited debut cozy featuring a New Orleans ghost tour guide who sees spirits and even helps one find his killer!
Allison Brook, author of the Haunted Library series

Author Bio

Ava Burke lives in Northwest Arkansas with her family and a menagerie of animals. When she's not writing, she's usually reading, but she also enjoys hiking, kayaking, and horseback riding.