Crocuses and Corpses — Sue Hollowell

Drama on the high seas, a shyster in disguise, and a serenading casanova... Chloe and Max are looking forward to a relaxing cruise before the treehouse hotel busy season begins. But after a trip to the ship's hair salon with her mom, Chloe quickly finds herself mired in a mysterious murder. Luke's sweet-talkin' of the ladies, and his one-of-a-kind hair styles earned him huge tips and the adoration of his clients. But Chloe and Max quickly discover that Luke's carefully coiffed hair and charming chatter were a facade for lies that ran deep. As Chloe and Max navigate the festive, fun-loving cruise, they uncover deceit, jealousy and diabolical schemes that threaten the hotel and her mom's future. Can they crack the clues to Luke's demise before the murderer sinks their vacation plans? Crocuses and Corpses is Book 5 in the Treehouse Hotel Mysteries series. A light, cozy mystery in a small town with a puzzle loving, amateur female sleuth, quirky characters (human and canine), and enough flowers and pastries to fill your garden and your belly. No gore, swearing or cliffhangers. Can be read as a standalone.