Laura Gail Black Books in Order

Jenna Quinn seeks refuge at her uncle's North Carolina bookstore, only to discover him dead and inherit his substantial estate. Becoming the prime suspect, she must investigate his murder while trying to establish a new life.

An antiquarian bookstore's reopening celebration ends in murder when a librarian is found killed with vintage bookends. Bookseller Jenna Quinn investigates the guests' disputes, working through a crowded suspect list while the victim's dog offers an unusual clue.

Jenna Quinn's former fiancé arrives with a new bride-to-be, who soon turns up murdered. Asked to clear his name, Jenna follows evidence connecting the death to crimes from her own past, risking her reputation and current relationship.

A local writer’s murder at a fishing festival implicates Frank Sutter, the former detective who repeatedly suspected bookseller Jenna of crimes. Asked to help clear him, Jenna must overcome mutual hostility and sift festival rivalries to catch the real killer.