Riddle of the Haunted Hoard

A Pucci Riddle Mystery, Book 1

“A paranormal murder mystery featuring a tropical vacation, a hidden Caribbean treasure, and cosmic romance, The Riddle of the Haunted Hoard takes obvious inspiration from tales of Nancy Drew. Pucci is revealed to be a sharp, smart, witty, and likable detective on a fun, and sometimes scary, adventure.” —Kirkus Reviews

Pucci Riddle is not your average freelance journalist and blogger. Along with a zest for life and a deep knowledge of craft-made liquors, she was born with an unusual gift: she sees ghosts.

Though her psychic abilities often interfere, Pucci tries to live a normal life. Let’s face it: Who would want to date a woman who talks to dead people?

 When Pucci goes to Grand Cayman for a working holiday, she is surprised by a ghost at a rum tasting. It quickly becomes clear that the ghost wants her help to solve a murder.

Pucci has never solved a murder before, but she's not the kind of woman who backs down from a challenge. After she innocently tells the police the location of the body— and becomes a suspect in the murder— Pucci enlists the help of an old flame, a detective from Scotland Yard. Together they set out to solve the mystery before them, a trail— strewn with kidnappings, riddles, sunken ships—that will lead them to hidden treasure, perhaps the greatest hoard ever found on British soil.

But Pucci and her allies must make haste. Not only are the police after her. The Dark Entities and the ruthless Shadow Man are hot on her trail.

Book one of a cozy riddle series.

“A simple but entertaining supernatural thriller with an appealing main character, The Riddle of the Haunted Hoard is a pleasant, charming and humorous read. The plot moves along at a fast clip. The protagonist only becomes more endearing as the story goes on, and it has a carefree energy that readers will enjoy.” —Kirkus Reviews