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Saturday, August 17, 2024

# 2024 # Beach Body

The Beach Body #CozyMystery #BetaReaders Needed




Y'all remember The Beach Body (the one that's taken me WAY too many years to write? Well, book 1 is read for beta readers, book 2 should be ready any day now as well as book 3 (just wrapping up a few things with book 2 and 3) - so they would be able to be beta read all in a row with little to no time in between.

Here's the information for book 1

Synopsis for The Beach Body (Book 1 of The Editor Series)

After losing her mother and leaving behind her life in Scotland, Gretchen, a reclusive woman in her 40s, moves to the coastal town of Beaufort, North Carolina. Seeking solace and a fresh start, she finds a quaint condo with a stunning view of the ocean. With her loyal pitbull, Faith, by her side, Gretchen decides to pursue her dream of becoming an author, supplementing her income by offering affordable editing services to budding writers.

Gretchen’s new life seems serene, with quiet walks on the beach, peaceful mornings watching the waves, and afternoons spent editing manuscripts. But her tranquil routine takes a dark turn when Faith discovers a man slumped against a tree on the beach during their morning walk. Initially thinking he’s asleep, Gretchen’s concern grows when she realizes he hasn’t moved for hours. Upon closer inspection, she suspects the man is dead.

Her suspicions are confirmed when the police arrive, but Detective Kane Jenkins dismisses Gretchen’s observations, assuming she knows little beyond the fact that she found the body. Frustrated by the detective’s dismissive attitude, Gretchen decides to investigate on her own, convinced that something more sinister is at play.

As she delves deeper into the mystery, Gretchen uncovers secrets about the man’s life and his connections to the local community. Her quiet editing business unexpectedly becomes a gateway to the underbelly of this seemingly idyllic coastal town. With Faith as her steadfast companion, Gretchen navigates a web of lies, deceit, and danger that threatens to shatter her newfound peace.

In The Beach Body, Gretchen learns that some secrets are too dangerous to leave buried, and sometimes the only way to move forward is to confront the darkness head-on.


Blurb for The Beach Body (Book 1 of The Editor Series)

A new beginning. A tragic discovery. A mystery only she can solve.

After the loss of her mother, Gretchen leaves Scotland for a fresh start in the picturesque coastal town of Beaufort, North Carolina. With her faithful pitbull, Faith, by her side, she dreams of a peaceful life by the sea, where she can finally pursue her passion for writing and editing. But when she stumbles upon a body during one of her morning walks, Gretchen’s quiet life is upended.

As the local police dismiss her concerns, Gretchen decides to uncover the truth on her own. Her investigation takes her deep into the heart of a town hiding dark secrets, where danger lurks behind every corner. With her keen mind and faithful companion, Gretchen must piece together the clues before the killer strikes again.

The Beach Body is a cozy mystery filled with suspense, secrets, and a heroine who won’t rest until justice is served. Can Gretchen solve the mystery before it’s too late, or will her quest for the truth put her in the crosshairs of a killer?



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