Murder at the Wrap Party: Olivia Ocean Cruise Ship Mysteries (Book 4)

After relocating to Europe, the Moonlit Majesty is commissioned for reshoots of a movie. As photographer, Olivia is one of the skeleton crew left on board. While she’s excited to get a chance to take more artistic photos and get publicity, she’s even more thrilled to meet one of her favorite actresses. She soon learns, however, that there’s more drama behind the scenes than on camera and Ava Sinclair is less than congenial to those around her. When a man overboard happens during the wrap party, Olivia joins security chief Miles in investigating. Suicide, accident, or murder? Can her perceptive cat, Pickles, help them sort it out?

Denise Jaden brings her real life experiences as an actress and former cruise ship entertainer into this cozy mystery. I enjoyed seeing Olivia’s friendship with Laila get stronger and how supportive they were of each other. The help of the photos in solving the case was a nice touch as well. Miles and Olivia’s relationship also moves forward this time around and the connection between them feels natural. With a dog on board, Pickle’s involvement was curtailed but still important in the end. Overall, a fun and lightweight cozy with enough to keep you guessing throughout.

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