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Moving Violation: A Small Town Mystery
Paperback
Series: Chloe Boston Meter Maid Cozy Mysteries, Book 1
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jun 5 2026
Pages: 186
Weight: 0.51
Height: 0.47 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Meet Chloe Boston: Small in stature, big in brainpower, and determined to prove that size doesn't matter when it comes to solving mysteries!
Hope Falls might be a charming small town, but that doesn't mean it's crime-free. And while Chloe Boston may be technically just a parking enforcement officer, she knows she was born to be a detective. The only problem? At 5 feet tall and 98 pounds, she physically can't pass the police department's fitness test. But that's not going to stop her.
Melanie Jackson is a talent to watch.When a prominent local industrialist turns up dead, Chloe sees an opportunity to prove herself. If she can crack the case before the official detectives do, maybe-just maybe-the new chief of police will realize what a real asset she is.
But There's Just One Problem...(Okay, fine-there are several problems.)
Her badge only lets her write parking tickets, not solve murders.
Her only partner is her dog, Blue. (And while she's adorable, she's not technically on payroll.)
Her crime-solving team consists of her writer's group. (Who, let's be honest, watch a lot of crime shows but have never actually solved a real case.)
The real detectives think she's a nuisance. (Which, to be fair, she kind of is.)
But Chloe's not the type to take stay in your lane for an answer! Armed with her razor-sharp wit, an insatiable curiosity, and a habit of being in the wrong place at the right time, she's ready to prove that brains always beat brawn-even if it means putting herself in the crosshairs of a killer.
I was delighted to find Chloe Boston and all of Melanie Jackson's series.-Connie Shelton, author of the Charlie Parker and Samantha Sweet Mystery Series What You'll Love About This Book:
- A charming, quirky heroine who refuses to be underestimated.
- A lovable dog sidekick who may or may not be the real brains behind the operation.
- A cozy small-town setting full of eccentric characters and delicious secrets.
- A murder mystery that keeps you guessing with twists, turns, and plenty of laughs.
- Stephanie Plum (without all the explosions).
- Miss Marple, but modern, sassier, and with a canine sidekick.
- Lighthearted, fast-paced, laugh-out-loud cozy mysteries with a heart.
Bonus Alert!
This Fourth Anniversary Illustrated Edition includes:- Beautiful illustrations by Lisa Cach!
- Bonus material from The Chloe Boston Files!
So grab a cup of cocoa, curl up by the fire, and dive into the delightful first book in a 22-book series that will keep you guessing, giggling, and cheering for Chloe until the very last page.
Murder doesn't stand a chance... when Chloe Boston is on the case!
I fell in love with Chloe Boston; she's an enormous spirit in a tiny package, and endearingly human. Go Chloe!
-Lisa Cach
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