A clever and captivating island cozy mystery where love, jealousy, and murder prove that even in paradise, relationships can be deadly.
 
When the announcement of a local engagement stirs up more shock than celebration on Broward’s Rock Island, bookstore owner Annie Darling can’t shake the feeling that trouble is on the horizon. The bride-to-be’s glamorous past — and her habit of collecting wealthy men — has everyone talking. But when she’s found dead before the wedding, the gossip turns to suspicion. Annie and her husband Max must unravel a web of secrets and deceit before the island’s peace — and another life — is lost forever.
 
In Engaged to Die, Carolyn Hart delivers another irresistible entry in her long-running Death on Demand series. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Broward’s Rock, this mystery weaves romance, rivalry, and betrayal into a page-turning story only Hart could craft.
 
As Annie juggles her bookstore business and sleuthing instincts, she and Max navigate a tangle of motives stretching from family feuds to hidden financial scandals. Each clue draws them closer to a killer whose motives may be closer to home than anyone expects. With wit, warmth, and keen insight into human nature, Hart proves once again why she’s a master of the cozy mystery form.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
A smart, character-driven cozy with humor and heart.
Annie Darling shines as a sharp, relatable amateur sleuth.
Beautiful island setting with an engaging community cast.
Cleverly plotted with satisfying twists and emotional depth.
Another standout in Carolyn Hart’s Death on Demand series.
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of Ellery Adams, Lorna Barrett, and Kate Carlisle.
Readers who enjoy bookshop or small-town mystery series.
Cozy collectors following the Death on Demand series.
Book clubs seeking light, thoughtful mysteries with strong characters.
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If you enjoyed Engaged to Die, you might also like:
Death in Paradise by Carolyn Hart — a literary mystery with island flair.
Dare to Die by Carolyn Hart — another captivating coastal cozy.
Murder Is Binding by Lorna Barrett — a smart, bookshop-themed cozy.