Karen C. Whalen

Delaney inherits a tow truck and decides to try this new profession, quitting her barista job. This should be a new start until she discovers a dead body in the back of the car she's towing, later discovering it's her ex-boyfriend. Based on her answers during the interrogation, Delaney is instantly suspected to be the murderer. So, Delaney takes it upon herself to clear her name and, with Tanner, search for the real killer. On top of this, Delaney discovers the tough world of driving a tow truck, unable to get initial support from her living family members. The story is descriptive and engaging as the story follows Delaney's amateur investigation.


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Delaney inherits a tow truck and decides to try this new profession, quitting her barista job. This should be a new start until she discovers a dead body in the back of the car she's towing, later discovering it's her ex-boyfriend. Based on her answers during the interrogation, Delaney is instantly suspected to be the murderer. So, Delaney takes it upon herself to clear her name and, with Tanner, search for the real killer. On top of this, Delaney discovers the tough world of driving a tow truck, unable to get initial support from her living family members. The story is descriptive and engaging as the story follows Delaney's amateur investigation.


I received a free copy and am leaving a review voluntarily.
Thank you to VRO and author.… (altro)

Delaney Morran returns to investigate a puzzling vehicular accident covering up a murder!

Eyes on the Road is the third delightful entry in author Karen C. Whalen’s excellent cozy mystery series, the Tow Truck Murder Mysteries, set in the fun ski resort town of Spruce Ridge, Colorado. With its mix of amateur murder investigation, hijacked tow trucks, and the alarming disappearance of several young female seasonal workers, the story hooked me from the start and never let me go.

I like the main character, Delaney Morran, so much. She’s steadily growing her traditionally male-operated business and unique brand since picking up the reins of her father’s towing service after his death. She’s surrounded by good friends and family, who pitch in when needed with both her business operations and murder investigations. However, ‘Cousin’ Axel is proving to be her real ‘ride or die’ partner in crime. Though I like Tanner, I’m ready to see what the sheriff has to offer.

The plot has Delaney and the sister of the murder victim running back and forth all over town, questioning any and all who may be able to shed some light on the dead woman’s final days. The pace really picks up when they discover Jaana may not be the only victim of foul play; several young foreign women who came to the area as seasonal workers have disappeared. The story had me confounded as to what was going on, as there was much prevarication and misdirection on the part of witnesses. Some of this turns out to truly be confused witnesses or ones who have partaken too much and too often of adult substances rather than out and out lying, though. Consequently, there were several red herrings to dismiss, and I didn’t see the resolution coming at all. Yes, to looking forward to the next in the series!

I recommend EYES ON THE ROAD to cozy mystery readers who enjoy strong female amateur sleuths, comedic situations, a little romance and angst between the characters, or Colorado settings.

I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving an Advanced Review Copy from the author through Great Escapes Virtual Book Tours.… (altro)

Peaches-N-Creamed (The Dinner Club Murder Mysteries Book 6) by [Whalen, Karen C.]This cute mystery is a part of a series but I had no difficulty getting into it. The characters and the writing are fun.

In this book, Jane and Dale have gone to Colorado, staying in a B&B while they look for a place for their wedding. As is normal with Jane a murder is coming her way, as usual. With Dale there with her, they go about exploring the circumstances of the death.

I loved the way the murder was solved little-by-little while Dale and Jane continue their courtship. Also as usual, Karen C. Whalen includes recipes in the book. I now look forward to reading more by this author.

I recommend this book for those that enjoy cozy mysteries.

I received this book from NetGalley and The Wild Rose Press in exchange for my honest opinion.… (altro)