The Oyster Cove Guesthouse Books

‘Talk about inconvenient. Not only did I have a dilapidated mansion and no money to repair it, two uppity cats and some cranky guests waiting for breakfast, there was also a dead body in the stairwell.’ Josie Waters is the enthusiastic new owner of the Oyster Cove Guesthouse – a ramshackle Victorian mansion high on a hill above the breezy seaside town of Oyster Cove, Maine. Josie has a history in Oyster Cove, but she’s not going to let anyone – from her crazy friend Millie to her old flame Mike – stand in the way of making this venture a success. But then Josie’s first guest – a stuffy food critic – is murdered before breakfast , and the town sheriff suspects Josie could be to blame. Thank goodness Nero and Marlowe – the guesthouse’s resident cats – are also on the case. Little does Josie know, this isn’t their first investigation… but can they find the clues to the real killer before another guest is targeted? Following her cats’ noses, it isn’t long before Josie discovers that the critic ruffled more than a few feathers in his day. In fact, from the rule-obsessed local Building Inspector to the guesthouse’s pernickety maid, there’s not a person in Oyster Cove who doesn’t have a secret to hide … could one of the locals be a cold-blooded killer in disguise? And with her beloved guesthouse’s very future on the line, can Josie solve the case in time? A joy to read, with a twist you’ll never guess! A page-turning new mystery series from a bestselling author, purrfect for murder mystery fans, cat lovers and everyone in between. Readers are loving A Twist in the Tail ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘ This was soooooo good! …No doubt about it: this was one of THE best cozies out there. Such fun, full of (cat) humor. I can honestly say I was totally stunned at whodunit … I loved everything about this book, but I especially loved the cats. Nero and Marlowe have captured my heart! ’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘ This book is fantastic … The characters that the author has created are realistic, fun and relatable… This is a page turner that I could not put down . If you love a well written mystery with a small town and cats, this one is for you ! I cannot wait for the next book to come out.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘ I loved the cats in this book. It was a fun new perspective in solving the mystery. With all the fun twists this mystery has, it was a very satisfying read . Mrs. Dobbs new series is sure to please fans of cozy mysteries, I would highly recommend this book !’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘ I really liked this book . I kept thinking I knew who had done it but the characters reasonings for who had done it kept making sense too so it really was a bit of a surprise at the end. If you like mysteries, detective work, and cats this book is for you! ’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘ This is another fun addition to the repertoire to Leighann Dobbs vast collection of stories ’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘ This was an absolute joy to read ! It’s the perfect blend of mystery and fun with crime solving cats thrown into the mix … humour that will have you laughing your socks off ! …I for one cannot wait for the next one! A Twist in the Tail is a must for animal lovers and cosy mystery fans! ’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘ Just brilliant ! Funny and wonderful, a fast paced, delightful read. I really enjoyed this book. Five well deserved stars . Highly recommended to everyone.’ Renita D’Silva ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Ms Dobbs wields a magic touch when it comes to storytelling . A Twist in the Tail is an enchanting read for cozy fans who enjoy feline fun.’ Goodreads reviewer

‘I am in book love with this series!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars Discovering the 300-year-old skeleton of shipping tycoon Jedediah Biddeford in the ballroom wall is a big old hassle for Josie Waters, owner of the Oyster Cove Guesthouse . Especially when Biddeford’s descendants turn up, certain that a family legend about treasure buried nearby must be true. Josie is too busy dreaming up the perfect cake for the Oyster Cove’s 250 th anniversary celebration to worry about the Biddeford family – plus half the town – digging up her yard... until one of her guests is murdered in the guesthouse garden. With worries that her guesthouse will get a reputation for being the kind of place you only leave in a body bag, Josie must put her detective skills to work to find the killer. Lucky for her, Nero and Marlowe and their gang of cat sleuths are also on the case. From the old wharf, to the town common, to the guesthouse itself with its many nooks and crannies, the cats are sure to sniff out the killer … but can they help Josie stop the person behind the mysterious murder before they strike again? A fantastic page-turner from a bestselling author, purrfeect for fans of Agatha Christie, Adele Abbott, cat lovers and everyone in between Readers absolutely love A Whisker in the Dark ! ***** ‘ I LOVE this new series !!!!! … Marlowe and Nero and their little street gang of pawsome detectives make this book truly loveable and such a joy to read … The story is an extremely well written mystery with humans and cats both on the search for the killer. The author crafts a mystery with twists and turns that leave the reader guessing until the end .’ Goodreads Reviewer ***** ‘ I am in book “love” with this series! Something about Nero and Marlowe… makes me grin just thinking about these books!… I can’t wait for the next adventure with the crew!’ Goodreads Reviewer ***** ‘ This is quickly becoming one of my favourite series! … Not only are the characters (human and feline) awesome, the mystery was complex and I didn’t figure out who-done-it until it was revealed.’ Goodreads reviewer **** ‘The second in this series, I have found it to be just as delightful as the first… a mystery that keeps you guessing . A wonderful cozy mystery that is quite a tale (tail)! ’ Goodreads reviewer ***** ‘This book was an absolute joy to read ! I feel in love with Nero and Marlowe. The story is full of twists and turns and will keep you guessing.’ Goodreads reviewer **** ‘ A purrfect addition to your summer reading list .’ Goodreads reviewer **** ‘Ms. Dobbs writes an entertaining and amusing story – a fun summer read and a treat for fans of feline sleuths.’ Goodreads reviewer ***** ‘ A fast paced read that is even better than its predecessor … I love this series and am very excited to read more.’ Goodreads reviewer

‘I am in book love with this series!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars Fortune tellers and mediums have descended on the Oyster Cove Guesthouse , determined to finally solve the mystery of local seafarer Jedediah Biddeford’s murder 300 years ago. New owner Josie Waters has suddenly got bigger problems than burning the breakfasts: she’s up to her elbows in tarot cards and tea leaves… When one of the mediums is found dead with an ominous note nearby , everything points to Jedediah’s ghost being the culprit. Suddenly, Josie finds that the fate of her guesthouse depends on not one murder but two, and she’s not going to rely on a crystal ball for answers. Despite the fact that cookbooks and candlesticks keep mysteriously falling off tables, Josie is sure there’s no such thing as ghosts. But guesthouse cats Nero and Marlowe know better… Aided by her mom and eccentric family friend Millie, Josie sets out to prove the identity of the killer without summoning any spirits. Luckily Nero and Marlowe know the truth about ghosts, ghouls and things that go bump in the night and they are on the case! Can they make Josie realize she is scratching up the wrong tree before the killer strikes again? From the bestselling author of the USA Today bestselling Mystic Notch series, purrfect for fans of Adele Abbott, cat lovers and anybody who loves to curl up with a page-turning cozy mystery. What readers are saying about A Purrfect Alibi : ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ Every book in this series is better than the last! I loved the twists and turns in this book. I definitely was kept guessing . The story is well written and the setting and characters are great . Add in Nero and Marlowe and you have a great mystery !’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ Oh, I loved this book . It was so much fun! ... This book is precious and I loved reading every minute .’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is a wonderful story and a fantastic series !’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you’re a cozy fan, then Leighann Dobbs is probably already on your radar. What I’m recommending is move her from your radar and into your reading shelf , because all of her mysteries are just so good! … We have likeable cat characters, and likable clueless human characters as well!… There were multiple red herrings , and so many odd scenes that I really wasn’t sure who to trust by the end of it… a must read for cozy lovers … you won’t regret it! ’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is a ‘purrfectly’ fun read ... Leighann Dobbs invents such a unique and easy read . The idea was appealing; the plot was smoothly created... It delivered the reader a laidback experience while the mystery is told spot on ... All the characters are very delightful... I heartily recommend ... a fun and easy read and especially if you are undoubtedly a cat lover please place this on your TBR list . You will be swooned over by their cuteness overload .’ Dr Loves Books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ So enjoyable ... The mystery kept me guessing and there were “red herrings” (no pun intended!) that kept both feline and humans puzzled. I love the author’s Mystic Notch series and the new series doesn’t disappoint ! I am impatiently waiting for the next visit to the Oyster Cove Guesthouse! ’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ Hard to go wrong with this book (and this author). She delivers when it comes to cozy mysteries. Recommended without hesitation .’ Goodreads reviewer