Claire Malloy

Claire Malloy

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Join Claire Malloy, the witty bookstore owner of Farberville, Arkansas, as she unravels charmingly perplexing mysteries that blend literary intrigue with small-town quirks, all while navigating the colorful lives of college students and nosy locals in this delightful cozy mystery series.

In the bustling town of Farberville, where quaint bookstores and charming cafes beckon, mystery lurks behind every corner, waiting for the keen eye of amateur sleuth Claire Malloy. An astute bookstore owner with a nose for trouble, Claire finds herself entangled in a web of crime and intrigue, driven by her insatiable curiosity and desire to protect her beloved community. Each installment of the Claire Malloy series plunges readers into a whirlwind of quirky characters, complex motives, and unexpected twists, as Claire navigates everything from hidden treasure maps to dangerous family secrets. But as she unravels the secrets of those around her, she must also confront her own past and the shadows it casts on her present. With a blend of sharp wit, heartfelt emotion, and pulse-pounding suspense, this series captures the essence of a small town alive with secrets. Will Claire find herself in over her head, or will her relentless pursuit of truth lead her to uncover a dark conspiracy that threatens to consume Farberville? Dive into Claire’s world and discover the mysteries that await—one page turn at a time.

Books in this Series

Claire Malloy

Strangled Prose

Published in 1985

The Murder at the Murder at the Mimosa Inn

Published in 1986

Dear Miss Demeanor

Published in 1987

A Really Cute Corpse

Published in 1988

A Diet to Die For

Published in 1989

Roll Over and Play Dead

Published in 1991

Death by the Light of the Moon

Published in 1992

Poisoned Pins

Published in 1993

To Kill a Husband

Published in 1994

Tickled to Death

Published in 1994

Busy Bodies

Published in 1995

Closely Akin to Murder

Published in 1996

A Holly, Jolly Murder

Published in 1997

A Conventional Corpse

Published in 2000

Out on a Limb

Published in 2002

The Goodbye Body

Published in 2005

Damsels in Distress

Published in 2007

Mummy Dearest

Published in 2008

Deader Homes and Gardens

Published in 2012

Murder as a Second Language

Published in 2013

Pride v. Prejudice

Published in 2015

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