Haunting and Homicide

Praise

Praise for Haunting and Homicide:
“An engrossing combination of twisty mystery, ghost lore, and tales of the beautiful Garden District.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“Fans of Ellen Byron’s cozies will appreciate this new series centered on an atmospheric, haunted New Orleans.”
—Library Journal

“Plot twists, well-drawn characters—both corporeal and ghostly—details of running a ghost-tour business, and the spooky New Orleans setting add up to a satisfying series starter that will appeal to fans of Cleo Coyle’s supernatural Haunted Bookshop cozies.”
—Booklist

“Ava Burke combines all of my favorite mystery elements—from ghosts to tarot readings and New Orleans in her debut mystery, Haunting and Homicide. The book opens with an emotional bang—and the introduction to Kenneth the ghost. And it continues apace with engaging characters and a story with teeth. Highly recommended!”
—Carolyn Haines, USA Today bestselling author of the Sarah Booth Delaney mystery series

“Lou’s gift for seeing ghosts is not only a fun basis for this captivating story, Burke’s vivid writing, likeable (and a few detestable) characters, fabulous plotting, and super ending make this a thoroughly enjoyable read. Well-done indeed!”
—Fran Stewart, national bestselling author of the ScotShop Mysteries, the Biscuit McKee mystery series, and the non-fiction After I Die: What My Executor Will Need to Know

“Ava Burke delivers a moody and atmospheric paranormal mystery in the pitch-perfect setting of New Orleans, which proudly bills itself as the most haunted city in America. Helmed by empathetic ghost tour guide Lu Thatcher and filled with a winning combination of heart and spooky doings, Haunting and Homicide is a ghost of a great read.”
—Ellen Byron, Agatha Award-winning author of the Cajun Country and Vintage Cookbook Mysteries

“Fast and funny! Fans of ghosts and New Orleans won’t want to miss this smartly written first in a new mystery series.”
—Molly MacRae, author of the Haunted Shell Shop Mystery series and the Highland Bookshop Mystery series

“Don’t miss this high-spirited debut cozy featuring a New Orleans ghost tour guide who sees spirits and even helps one find his killer!”
—Allison Brook, author of the Haunted Library series