Myrtle Clover Mystery series
About this book series
This is a book series by Elizabeth Spann Craig. It has 26 books. The first book was published in 2017.
All books of Myrtle Clover Mystery series in order
- 1Pretty Is As Pretty Dies
No one in Bradley, North Carolina, is shedding tears over the murder of Parke Stockard. Certainly not retired schoolteacher Myrtle Clover. Instead of feeling sad, Myrtle is ...
June 2, 2017 - 2A Dyeing Shame
Found dead at the Beauty Box, boozing beautician Tami Smith had a pair of hair shears in her back, triggering suspicion and hidden truths in her Southern town. Myrtle Clover, ...
June 2, 2017 - 3Progressive Dinner Deadly
Myrtle Clover, a retired octogenarian schoolteacher, is outraged when her book club decides to transform into a supper club. She can't understand why anyone would prefer chips ...
June 2, 2017 - 4A Body in the Backyard
It's just another typical day for octogenarian detective Myrtle Clover, until her gardener makes a shocking discovery - a dead body hidden in her garden. This murder is far from ...
June 2, 2017 - 5Death at a Drop-In
Cosette Whitlow is a well-known figure in tiny Bradley, North Carolina, serving as a society matron in the town. Despite her involvement in various charities, she is not known ...
June 2, 2017 - 6A Body at Book Club
When veteran detective Myrtle Clover stumbles upon the lifeless body of Naomi Pelter at a book club gathering, her fellow club members appear to be taken aback by the discovery. ...
June 2, 2017 - 7Death Pays a Visit
When Wanda Alewine, a psychic and hubcap retailer, shows up at Myrtle Clover's doorstep late at night, she insists that the elderly sleuth go straight to Greener Pastures ...
June 2, 2017 - 8A Body at Bunco
Octogenarian detective Myrtle Clover is completely unaware of the dice game Bunco. However, when her daughter-in-law needs a replacement, she reluctantly agrees to step in and ...
June 2, 2017 - 9Murder on Opening Night
When Myrtle Clover and her friend Miles go to see a play in their little town, the theater is packed on its opening night. Myrtle quickly notices that one of the actresses is a ...
June 2, 2017 - 10Cruising for Murder
Be careful what you say because careless talk can have serious consequences. In this case, loose lips can lead to tragedy. Myrtle and her companion Miles embark on a sea voyage ...
June 2, 2017 - 11Cooking is Murder
Myrtle has made the decision that she is actually a very talented chef. She believes she is so skilled that she decides to improve her cooking abilities at a culinary school. ...
June 2, 2017 - 12A Body in the Trunk
At times, spinning out can lead to a crash and burn. When their neighbor goes missing, Myrtle and Miles decide to change direction and embark on a journey to find him. They ...
January 9, 2018 - 13Cleaning is Murder
When Myrtle's housekeeper is a murder suspect, she assures Myrtle that she is innocent. In quiet Southern towns like Bradley, North Carolina, it's not difficult to be irritated ...
August 21, 2018 - 14Edit to Death
This book transitions from 'revealing everything' to 'keeping secrets forever.' Former English teacher Myrtle Clover is often called upon by friends to edit their work. ...
April 1, 2019 - 15Hushed Up
Silence is valuable...unless you're silenced forever. When Lillian Johnson was discovered dead on a scorching summer day, the residents of Bradley, North Carolina were not ...
November 15, 2019 - 16A Body in the Attic
Attics are often filled with unexpected surprises. The question arises: Who could have been responsible for the murder of Darren Powell? Darren was a friendly individual who ...
May 21, 2020 - 17Murder on the Ballot
If you can’t beat them, join them. Octogenarian Myrtle Clover is fed up with the bickering at the small town council meetings in Bradley, North Carolina. In a bold move, she ...
December 1, 2020 - 18Death of a Suitor
The course of true love never did run smooth. According to Myrtle, Eloise Crane has had her eye on Miles for quite some time. Even though Miles is now in a relationship with ...
July 27, 2021 - 19A Dash of Murder
Food for thought: Using these berries as seasoning adds a touch of danger to the dish. The small town of Bradley, North Carolina has been relatively quiet this autumn. Myrtle, ...
February 3, 2022 - 20Death at a Diner
Diners can be dangerous for your health. Despite being a newcomer to the small town of Bradley, Palmer Baxter has quickly made a name for herself. She has joined numerous clubs ...
July 11, 2022 - 21A Myrtle Clover Christmas
Someone is going to end up with coal in their stocking... The holiday season has arrived in the quaint town of Bradley, North Carolina. Wreaths decorate doors, halls are filled ...
October 24, 2022 - 22Murder at a Yard Sale
You never know what you’ll find at yard sales. Myrtle’s friend Georgia had finally had enough of the knick-knacks and collectibles cluttering her home. When the book club ...
May 16, 2023 - 23Doom and Bloom
There's some suspicious activity going on at the garden club event. Spring has arrived in Bradley, North Carolina, and the community is abuzz with excitement as the local ...
November 28, 2023 - 24A Toast to Murder
Exploring hidden truths, one piece of information at a time. Myrtle Clover had a strong preference for acquiring things without cost. Therefore, she was thrilled when her ...
April 9, 2024 - 25Mystery Loves Company
Truth can be found in unexpected places, as octogenarian detective Myrtle Clover discovers on Valentine's Day. Instead of indulging in chocolates and roses, she becomes ...
September 12, 2024 - 26A Murder Down Memory Lane
Reunions can be deadly, especially when secrets from the past resurface. Myrtle is far from excited to be invited to her high school reunion. Happy memories of her teenage ...
April 12, 2025