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Golfing, Gardens & Ghosts
Paperback
Series: Katie & Maverick Cozy Mysteries, Book 11
ISBN13: 9781649142344
Publisher: Secret Staircase Books
Published: Jan 15 2026
Pages: 300
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.67 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
School's out for the summer and math teacher Katie Wilk needs something to occupy her time, something beyond helping to plan Jane Mackey's upcoming wedding. So, when Jane suggests golf lessons and Katie secures a part-time job at the Shady Oaks Country Club to cover the cost of her golfing gear, it seems like a win-win plan. Unfortunately, the club's irascible golf pro seems to make enemies wherever he goes, so when his body turns up near the 14th hole, it's anyone's guess who might have done him in.
Katie doesn't really want another murder to investigate, but Officer Ronnie Christianson is back to his old ways, and it looks like he'll do what it takes to implicate her in the death. And Katie just happens to have seen a potentially incriminating clue, behind a secret garden wall that few know about. Can Katie, Jane, and Ida ask enough questions to find out what really happened before the police come after her?
Praise for this amazing cozy series by multiple award-winning author Mary Seifert:
- 2024 Chanticleer International Book Awards - Semi-Finalist - Mystery & Mayhem category
- 2024 Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award - Top Pick - Cozy Mysteries
- 2024 International Impact Awards - Winner - Books in a Series
.... a solid 5 out of 5 stars. For those seeking not just a mystery but an immersive experience, Mary Seifert's debut novel [is] the perfect companion for a cosy night in, a cup of tea, and a journey into the heart of a captivating mystery. - Maverick, Movies & Murder, Online Book Club.org
...an intricate mystery with plenty of action and suspense. Plus, I like the dog. David Housewright Edgar Award winning author of Something Wicked
From navigating small town life to solving puzzling murders, Katie and Maverick are a delight. -Mindy Mejia, international bestseller author
Immediately captivating! Katie and Maverick are destined to become a notable amateur sleuth team in the mystery world. -Connie Shelton, USA Today bestselling author
I thoroughly enjoyed this debut book by Mary Seifert! This well written and thoughtful story kept me engaged with fun characters, interesting information and mind and math puzzles. Looking forward to book two! James, 5-star online review
Fun read! The author has an authentic voice and has done her research. The plot covers many topics: dogs, history, the inner workings of hospitals, family dynamics, and more. I especially enjoyed the puzzles and little-known historical facts that were part of the story. Maverick, Movies & Murder kept my interest and left me wanting more. Highly recommend! Beth, online 5-star review
...very much looking forward to her next!!! I can't get enough of Ms. Seifert's books!! - proudarmymom, 5 stars
...plenty of unanticipated twists and turns. It kept [me] up reading to see what was going to happen next! - RHN, 5 stars online
Maverick, Movies, and Murder isn't merely a cosy mystery; it's a literary embrace, a narrative that unfolds in layers, revealing both the familiar and the unexpected. OnlineBookClub.org review
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