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Donna Andrews
Donna Andrews is the author of the popular Meg Langslow cozy mystery series. Her books are known for their witty plots and often feature delightful animal characters, as seen in titles like *The Penguin Who Knew
Terns of Endearment
Meg Langslow is looking forward to a relaxing bird-watching cruise with her family, but the vacation takes a dark turn when a passenger goes overboard. As the ship becomes a floating crime scene, Meg must navigate eccentric relatives and suspicious travelers to find a killer before they reach the shore. This lighthearted mystery combines a scenic coastal setting with a clever puzzle.
While Terns of Endearment is part of a long-running series, each book features a self-contained mystery. New readers can easily jump into this installment without having read previous books, as the author provides enough context for the recurring characters and their relationships.
This particular entry in the Meg Langslow series takes the family out of their usual Virginia setting and onto a bird-watching cruise, offering a distinct change of scenery and a classic 'locked room' style mystery on the open water. It maintains the author's signature blend of humor and quirky characters, but with a unique maritime backdrop.