Lee Strauss Libros

Praise for LIKE CLOCKWORK: "Five stars." "This series just gets better with each book." "Another very run read by Elle Strauss." LIKE CLOCKWORK is a companion book to Clockwise and can be read alone. **Adeline shows up again with Casey in Counter Clockwise** Adeline doesn't feel she belongs in her own time, but can bad boys from the past be trusted? Adeline Savoy had hoped that the move west from Cambridge to Hollywood with her single dad would mean they'd finally bond like a real family, but all she got was a father too busy with his new female friends and his passion for acting to really see her. Instead, she finds herself getting attached to Faye, the divorcee hairdresser she befriends when she travels back in time to 1955. Plus Faye has a hottie, James Dean-esque, bad-boy brother who has Adeline's heart all aflutter. But bad boys from the past can be dangerous. Is it possible that Adeline really does belong in her own time and that maybe the right boy lives as close as next door? What readers are saying: "Like Clockwork is as fun as the other books in the Clockwise series....I love this series and highly recommend it." "Good time travel, cause and effect, fun twists, and clean! Characters are relatable. I wholeheartedly recommend the whole series!" "This author is dangerous, lethal! Her books are totally addicting. Once you purchase the first you will not be able to stop yourself from buying the next."

Set against a backdrop of thrilling escapades, the story delves into the chaotic world of crime and investigation. As characters navigate unexpected twists and turns, they confront their own motivations and secrets. The narrative blends suspense with dark humor, offering a unique perspective on the nature of murder and the complexities of human relationships. With a fast-paced plot, readers are taken on a rollercoaster journey filled with intrigue and unexpected revelations.

Set against a backdrop of intrigue, the story unfolds as a murder mystery where the act of killing becomes a captivating performance. Characters are drawn into a web of deception, each with their own motives and secrets. As the investigation progresses, the line between reality and theatrics blurs, revealing the darker sides of ambition and desire. The narrative explores themes of obsession and the human fascination with violence, making readers question the nature of justice and entertainment in society.

Murder's a wrap! Private Investigator Rosa Reed has finally accepted that her girlhood romance with Detective Miguel Belmonte has no hope of being rekindled, but when his actress girlfriend gets embroiled in a murder on her movie set, it's more than a movie schedule that's upsetting. Can Rosa put aside matters of the heart long enough to help Miguel solve the case? If you love early rock & roll, poodle skirts, clever who-dun-its, a charming cat and an even more charming detective, you're going to love this series set in the 1950s! "Once again, Strauss begins a series that catches your attention right from the get go! ... this promises to be yet another must buy series from this author!" Goodread reviewer The Rosa Reed Mystery series is a spin-off of the acclaimed Ginger Gold Mystery series. ★★★★★ THE ROSA REED MYSTERY SERIES Cozy up to the 1950s! Murder at High Tide (Book 1) Murder on the Boardwalk (Book 2) Murder at the Bomb Shelter (Book 3) Murder on Location (Book 4) Murder and Rock 'n Roll (Book 5) Murder at the Races (Book 6) Murder at the Dude Ranch (Book 7) Murder at in London (Book 8) Murder at the Fiesta (Book 9) Murder at the Weddings (Book 10)

Set in the glamorous era of the Golden Age, this mystery series combines clever storytelling with captivating characters. The plot is filled with intrigue and humor, all while showcasing stunning fashion that adds to the allure. Readers will be drawn into a world where charm and wit intertwine with suspense, making it a delightful escape for fans of classic mysteries.

Brand New 1950s Cozy Mystery by USA TODAY bestselling author Lee Strauss! It's 1956 and Rosa's left her groom at the altar in London. Time spent with her American cousins in Santa Bonita California is exactly what she needs to get back on her feet, though the last thing she expected was to get entangled in another murder case!  If you love early rock & roll, poodle skirts, clever who-dun-its, a charming cat and an even more charming detective, you're going to love this new series! ~ From the author of the acclaimed Ginger Gold Mystery series, these are clean & wholesome historical mysteries.

In a thrilling tale, a series of murders captivates a city, drawing attention from both the public and law enforcement. The story delves into the motivations behind these crimes, exploring themes of obsession and the darker sides of human nature. As the investigation unfolds, characters are revealed, each with their own secrets and connections to the victims. The narrative keeps readers on the edge of their seats, blending suspense with a deep psychological exploration of the characters involved.

The Ginger Gold Mystery series is set in 1920s England. If you're a fan of historical 20th-century authors such as Agatha Christie and Dorothy L. Sayers, or contemporary authors like Rhys Bowen and Frances Brody, you're sure to like Ginger Gold!

A poltergeist guilty of murder? Ginger Gold receives a letter from her sister-in-law, Felicia, requesting Ginger come straightaway to her late husband's family home, Bray Manor. Dowager Lady Gold, Ginger's nervous grandmother through marriage, believes the old manor is haunted. Ginger doesn't believe in ghosts, but is haunted nevertheless by memories of her husband and the lure of his gravesite she just can't bring herself to visit. In order to keep Bray Manor afloat financially, Felicia and Ambrosia have opened the estate to the public for club meetings and special events. Knitters, stamp collectors and gardeners converge weekly--targets for the poltergeist that seems to find amusement in hiding small things from their owners. Bray Manor hosts a dance to raise money for maimed soldiers who struggle with peacetime after the Great War. Felicia invites her flapper friends and her new beau, Captain Smithwick, a man Ginger has met before and definitely doesn't like. When the dance ends with the discovery of a body, Ambrosia is certain the poltergeist is to blame, but Ginger is quite sure the murderer is made of flesh and blood.