A clever and funny suburban cozy mystery where home renovation, friendship, and a dash of murder make for the perfect blueprint for intrigue.
 
When Jane Jeffry’s best friend Shelley hires a crew of women contractors — “The Seven Mabels” — to renovate her home, it seems like a dream come true. But when tempers flare, relationships crumble, and one of the Mabels turns up dead, Jane once again finds herself caught in the middle of a mystery. Armed with humor, common sense, and her knack for solving crimes close to home, Jane dives in to uncover who wanted renovation turned to ruin.
 
In The House of Seven Mabels, Jill Churchill delivers another smart, witty entry in her cozy Jane Jeffry Mystery series. What starts as a simple home improvement project quickly becomes a tangle of jealousy, greed, and betrayal when one of the all-female construction crew is murdered.
 
As Jane and Shelley try to make sense of the chaos — juggling contractors, kids, and nosy neighbors — they uncover a web of secrets that proves even the quietest suburbs can hide dangerous cracks beneath the surface. Full of laughter, relatable moments, and Churchill’s trademark light touch, this cozy mystery celebrates friendship, perseverance, and the strength of women — even in the face of murder.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
Smart, funny writing that perfectly balances mystery and humor.
A suburban sleuth who’s as relatable as she is clever.
Strong focus on friendship, community, and everyday life.
A classic whodunit wrapped in wit, charm, and cozy suspense.
Perfect for readers who like domestic settings with an edge of intrigue.
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of Joanne Fluke, Leslie Meier, and Dorothy Cannell.
Readers who enjoy lighthearted mysteries with realistic heroines.
Cozy collectors who love homey settings and gentle humor.
Book clubs looking for fun, fast-paced mysteries with warmth.
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The Cat Who Went Up the Creek by Lilian Jackson Braun — cozy mystery with small-town flavor.