A clever, character-driven cozy mystery set on a charming island where books, friendship, and murder make for the perfect plot twist.
 
Annie Darling’s mystery bookstore, Death on Demand, is the heart of Broward’s Rock Island — a haven for readers and crime buffs alike. But when a famous author’s visit turns deadly, Annie and her husband Max find themselves in the middle of a real-life whodunit. Between suspicious guests, jealous rivals, and long-buried secrets, Annie must use her keen intuition (and her love of mystery novels) to find the killer before paradise loses its charm forever.
 
In Death in Paradise, Carolyn Hart once again invites readers into the warm, bookish world of Broward’s Rock — an idyllic South Carolina island where mysteries never stay fictional for long. When a literary legend arrives for an author event hosted by Annie’s shop, the gathering is meant to celebrate creativity and community. But when the guest of honor ends up dead, the party turns tragic — and Annie’s sleuthing instincts kick in.
 
As she digs into the case with help from her loyal husband and their eccentric island friends, Annie uncovers secrets that prove even the most peaceful settings can hide deadly motives. Blending humor, heart, and a love of storytelling, Hart delivers a cozy mystery that’s as satisfying as the books Annie sells.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
A book-themed cozy mystery filled with literary references and charm.
Features Annie Darling — one of cozy fiction’s most beloved amateur sleuths.
Combines coastal atmosphere, humor, and clever detective work.
A perfect blend of mystery, community, and classic whodunit style.
Part of Carolyn Hart’s iconic Death on Demand series.
 
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of Ellery Adams, Lorna Barrett, and Kate Carlisle.
Readers who love bookshop-themed or island-set cozy mysteries.
Book clubs seeking smart, character-driven mysteries with charm.
Cozy collectors completing their Death on Demand series.
 
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If you enjoyed Death in Paradise, you might also like:
Yankee Doodle Dead by Carolyn Hart — another island mystery with humor and heart.
Murder on the Half Shelf by Lorna Barrett — bookshop setting and twisty plotting.
A Killer Read by Erika Chase — a mystery-loving club caught in a real-life whodunit.