Synopses & Reviews
Strangers flock to Miracle
Springs hoping the natural hot springs, five-star cuisine, and renowned
spa can cure their ills. If none of that works, they often find their
way to Miracle Books, where, over a fresh-baked "comfort" scone, they
exchange their stories with owner Nora Pennington in return for a
carefully chosen book. That's Nora's special talent — prescribing the
perfect novel to ease a person's deepest pain. So when a visiting
businessman reaches out for guidance, Nora knows exactly how to help.
But before he can keep their appointment, he's found dead on the train
tracks...
Stunned, Nora forms the Secret, Book and Scone Society, a group
of damaged souls yearning to earn redemption by helping others. To
join, members must divulge their darkest secret — the terrible truth that
brought each of them to Miracle Springs in the first place. Now,
determined to uncover the truth behind the businessman's demise, the
women meet in Nora's cozy bookstore. And as they untangle a web of
corruption, they also discover their own courage, purpose, and a
sisterhood that will carry them through every challenge — proving it's
never too late to turn the page and start over...
Review
"Adams launches an
intriguing new mystery series, headed by four spirited amateur sleuths
and touched with a hint of magical realism, which celebrates the power
of books and women's friendships."
Library Journal (Starred Review)
Review
"Adams kicks off a new
series featuring strong women, a touch of romance and mysticism, and
both the cunning present-day mystery and the slowly revealed secrets of
the intriguing heroines' pasts." Kirkus Reviews
Review
"This affecting series
launch from Adams provides all the best elements of a traditional
mystery....Well-drawn characters complement a plot with an
intriguing twist or two." Publishers Weekly
Synopsis
In this intriguing new series from New York Times bestselling author Ellery Adams, a quirky club in
small-town North Carolina holds the keys to health, happiness, friendship-and even solving a murder-all to be found within the pages of the right book . . .
Strangers flock to Miracle Springs hoping the natural hot springs, five-star cuisine, and renowned spa can cure their ills. If none of that works, they often find their way to Miracle Books, where, over a fresh-baked "comfort" scone, they exchange their stories with owner Nora Pennington in return for a carefully chosen book. That's Nora's special talent-prescribing the perfect novel to ease a person's deepest pain. So when a visiting businessman reaches out for guidance, Nora knows exactly how to help. But before he can keep their appointment, he's found dead on the train tracks . . .
Stunned, Nora forms the Secret, Book, and Scone Society, a group of damaged souls yearning to earn redemption by helping others. To join, members must divulge their darkest secret-the terrible truth that brought each of them to Miracle Springs in the first place. Now, determined to uncover the truth behind the businessman's demise, the women meet in Nora's cozy bookstore. And as they untangle a web of corruption, they also discover their own courage, purpose, and a sisterhood that will carry them through every challenge-proving it's never too late to turn the page and start over . . .
Synopsis
In this intriguing new series from New York Times bestselling author Ellery Adams, a quirky club in small-town North Carolina holds the keys to health, happiness, friendship--and even solving a murder--all to be found within the pages of the right book . . . Strangers flock to Miracle Springs hoping the natural hot springs, five-star cuisine, and renowned spa can cure their ills. If none of that works, they often find their way to Miracle Books, where, over a fresh-baked "comfort" scone, they exchange their stories with owner Nora Pennington in return for a carefully chosen book. That's Nora's special talent--prescribing the perfect novel to ease a person's deepest pain. So when a visiting businessman reaches out for guidance, Nora knows exactly how to help. But before he can keep their appointment, he's found dead on the train tracks . . .
Stunned, Nora forms the Secret, Book, and Scone Society, a group of damaged souls yearning to earn redemption by helping others. To join, members must divulge their darkest secret--the terrible truth that brought each of them to Miracle Springs in the first place. Now, determined to uncover the truth behind the businessman's demise, the women meet in Nora's cozy bookstore. And as they untangle a web of corruption, they also discover their own courage, purpose, and a sisterhood that will carry them through every challenge--proving it's never too late to turn the page and start over . . .
"Anyone who loves novels that revolve around books will savor this tasty treat."
--Library Journal, Starred Review
About the Author
Ellery Adams has
written over thirty mystery novels and can't imagine spending a day away
from the keyboard. Ms. Adams, a native New Yorker, has had a lifelong
love affair with stories, food, rescue animals, and large bodies of
water. When not working on her next novel, she bakes, gardens, spoils
her three cats, and spends far too much time on Pinterest. She lives
with her husband and two children (aka the Trolls) in Chapel Hill, NC.
For more information, please visit www.elleryadamsmysteries.com.