From USA Today bestselling author Beth Prentice comes the next killer beach read in Aloha Lagoon… Samantha Reynolds’ life in Aloha Lagoon feels like it’s finally smooth sailing. She’s settled into her job as the resorts’ surf instructor for children, things are looking good with her boyfriend Casey, and she has an amazing BFF in the local surf shop owner, Alani.But when a storm hits Aloha … storm hits Aloha Lagoon, Alani’s past comes back to haunt her, and Sam finds her bestie standing over the dead body of her wayward ex-boyfriend. While Sam knows Alani is innocent, the local
police aren’t so easily convinced, and Sam realizes it’s up to her to clear Alani’s name and find the real killer before her friend ends up behind bars. Why was Alani’s ex back in town? What was he doing in Alani’s shop after hours? And who is the mysterious raven-haired woman in his life and what does she have to do with it all? Sam is determined to find out…only can she do it before the real killer catches her? Or will Sam’s time in Aloha Lagoon come to a sticky end?
The Aloha Lagoon Mysteries:
Ukulele Murder (book #1)
Murder on the Aloha Express (book #2)
Deadly Wipeout (book #3)
Deadly Bubbles in the Wine (book #4)
Mele Kalikimaka Murder (book #5)
Death of the Big Kahuna (book #6)
Ukulele Deadly (book #7)
Bikinis & Bloodshed (book #8)
Death of the Kona Man (book #9)
Lethal Tide (book #10)
Beachboy Murder (book #11)
Handbags & Homicide (book #12)
Tiaras & Terror (book #13)
Photo Finished (book #14)
Fatal Break (book #15)
About Aloha Lagoon:
There’s trouble in paradise…
Welcome to Aloha Lagoon, one of Hawaii’s hidden treasures. A little bit of tropical paradise nestled along the coast of Kauai, this resort town boasts luxurious accommodation, friendly island atmosphere…and only a slightly higher than normal murder rate. While mysterious circumstances may be the norm on our corner of the island, we’re certain that our staff and Lagoon natives will make your stay in Aloha Lagoon one you will never forget!
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A simply spectacular read – no wonder it’s a winner!
I’m a huge fan of the Aloha Lagoon series of books, & Fatal Break is no exception. Surf-instructor Sam & her BFF Alani have gotten into some interesting situations before, but now Alani’s past comes crashing back to cause problems for them all. Sam’s boyfriend Casey & her brother, Alani’s Boyfriend Luke, are there to help, but in the end, it’s our heroines that must figure it out & save themselves. The books in this series combine the traditional “cozy mystery” elements with beautiful, vacation scenery and tropical settings, making them a dream come true for cozy fans. A must-read!
Fatal Break earns 5/5 Surfboard Ventures…Entertaining and Clever!
It’s Hawaii and tropical storms are a common, but the emotional storm set on Sam’s BFF Alani is of greater concern. Her ex-boyfriend Nathan McCauley May have returned to the island. She harbors serious hatred having already devised a plan to cause him physical discomfort…beware the mango tree! Over a year ago, Nathan going to accompany her on a once-in-a-lifetime European vacation, instead he stole her money…$20,000! Everyone is sympathetic, yet they know Alani has found her soulmate in Sam’s brother Luke. She will regret her thoughts of mayhem when Sam discovers Alani standing over Nathan’s bludgeoned body in her family’s surf shop. Can you say “murder suspect” in Hawaiian?
“Aloooha!” says Karma. Beth Prentice is a favorite with a delightful writing style that gives readers a treat seeing karma serving up some well deserved “just desserts.” I enjoy her use of the first-person narrative from Sam’s perspective with her inner thoughts, vulnerability, and sometimes humorous take on the murderous situation. Beth uses a traditional cozy formula with a quick-to-happen murder, several suspects to consider, admirable and quirky characters, a bit of romance, and a satisfying “Oh, wow!” ending, usually with some nail-biting peril…but her story is well-written with descriptive language and dialogue that does well to illustrate the setting and her characters and their personalities. Karma, yes, I love it, but Beth also makes sure to put family and close friends as an extremely important component: trust, loyalty, humor, and honesty. This book is easily enjoyed in one or two sitting by fans and newbies alike…add a Mai Tai and you’re set!
Going out with your BFF for a few drinks is supposed to be fun right? But when a stranger shows up asking everyone if they know the guy in a picture, the last thing you expect to hear, is you bff, saying its her ex and she would kill him if she sees him !!! When he ends up dead in her shop, secrets begin to come out making you question how well do you really know people? This authors wish is to write books you can sit back,relax with and escape from your everyday life…and ones that you can walk away from with a smile after you read them.. This book is a great read and should fulfill the authors dream!!!! Escape to the island and join in the adventure with fun and amazing characters….
The entire Aloha Lagoon Mystery series is absolutely AMAZING! I especially enjoy the contributions by Beth Prentice who always takes us on an exciting mystery/murder visit on Kauai! The star of the show here is Sam, an Australian transplant who teaches surfing to kids and never fails to find trouble. Her hunky bartender boyfriend Casey and her best friend Alani are always there right in the thick of things, this time taking it upon themselves to investigate a murder that Alani has been accused of committing. Twists, turns, danger at every turn and even a bit of romance to boot! Best if you read the entire series in order, (this is the 3rd Samantha book), but if this is your first, that’s okay, you will want to revisit Aloha Lagoon after reading this so you can get caught up on the entire series. Beth has some other books too, that are just as amazing, but certainly, don’t pass this one up! I received a complimentary copy of this book and my opinion is freely provided and unsolicited.
Love Aloha Lagoon! Really good read with lots of twists and turns and interesting characters! I received an advance reader copy of this book from the publisher and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
I love coming back to Aloha Lagoon, and especially Samantha Reynolds. She is a character who is surrounded by other fun characters, aside from being a sharp young woman. I love her determination to help her friends, and her general positive attitude.
This mystery is no exception to my opinions of Samantha and author Beth Prentice. It is well written with plenty of twists and turns to keep it interesting, yet never feeling contrived. Appealing characters and realistic situations add up to an enjoyable reading experience.
Don’t miss this entry into Aloha Lagoon and the delightful setting interpreted by Ms Prentice. Almost as good as a trip to Hawaii. (Well, not quite, but at least I feel like it is represented correctly. ) I can close my eyes and envision it well. Oops here comes Detective Ray…
In Fatal Break Sam is once again looking for a killer. This time Sam’s BFF Alani is suspected of having murdered her ex-boyfriend. Since the police are focused on Alani, Sam feels obligated to track down the real murderer. This is a fast paced mystery with plenty of odd characters, too many suspects and more than one motive. Will Sam be able to save Alani or will the killer get Sam first?
Another fun cozy mystery set in Aloha Lagoon from Beth Prentice! Each installment is a brand new entertaining adventure. Some characters reappear, the location sounds spectacular as always, but these each work as a stand-alone. I loved all the main characters and there are plenty of well developed secondary characters as well. The mystery is well paced and enjoyable.