Couper, Washington, nestled on the banks of the Columbia River, is a lovely place to visit, but living there can be killer.

When Matty Cruz's career ends prematurely due to hard economic times, she pulls up stakes and relocates to the tree-filled Pacific Northwest. She's hoping the natural beauty there will lift her spirits, but she soon discovers that her impulsive move lands her in a city with one of the highest violent-crime rates in the region.

Matty Cruz Adventures, 1,2,3 introduces Matty's new best friends—at least she hopes they are her friends—with an adventure each. If you like your cozy mysteries with quirky, colorful characters and dark villains set in a skewed version of the Pacific Northwest, come adventure with this smart, brave heroine who must quickly reinvent herself—or else.

Buy Matty Cruz Adventures, 1,2,3 today, and learn how Matty survives in a city that too many psychopaths love to call home.