Ms Mia Murder Mysteries

Join Ms. Mia, a modern-day Miss Marple with a humorous twist, solving murder mysteries in luxurious resorts.

This delightful cozy mystery series takes readers to glamorous private islands, elegant villas, and exclusive resorts around the world. With charm, wit, and a glass of champagne, Ms. Mia untangles clever mysteries while rearranging lives and restoring order.

Ms. Mia and Murder at the Grand Island Hotel

Start Here: Book 1

Ms. Mia and Murder at the Grand Island Hotel

A luxurious private island paradise sets the stage for this classic murder mystery. Join Ms. Mia, a modern-day Miss Marple with a humorous twist.

“A fun, quick read with a good balance of humor, suspense, and character moments. If you like cozy mysteries with a smart but relatable lead, this one is definitely worth picking up.”—Bestsellers World
Ms. Mia and Murder on Moose Isle

Book 2

A Gilded Age mansion on a secluded Maine island sets the scene for a classic murder mystery. Join Ms. Mia, a modern-day Miss Marple with a humorous twist, as she solves the crime.

Ms. Mia and Murder at the Desert Sunrise Resort

Book 3

A stolen treasure, a luxury Southwest resort and a modern day Miss Marple—check into a lighthearted murder mystery with a satisfying conclusion.

Ms. Mia and Murder at the Spinel Reef Resort

Book 4

In a sunny tropical paradise, Ms. Mia chases a vanishing corpse and a cunning killer in this lighthearted cozy murder mystery.

Ms. Mia and Murder at the Italian Villa

Book 5

An Italian villa vacation turns deadly—Ms. Mia unmasks a cunning poisoner in this lighthearted cozy murder mystery.

Ms. Mia and Murder at the Maison Vieux Carré

Book 6

Brimming with intrigue, mouthwatering New Orleans cuisine, and a satisfying murder mystery that will keep you guessing until the final dance!

Ms. Mia and Murder at Bluegrass Run

Book 7

When Mia Spinel arrives at the Inn at Bluegrass Run, she expects rolling blue-green fields, champion Thoroughbred horses, and estate bourbon. Instead, she finds a body in the stable.

Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Donna Andrews, and Joanne Fluke.

★★★★★ Ms. Mia and Murder at the Grand Island Hotel and Ms. Mia and Murder on Moose Isle were selected for IngramSpark's Indie Title Discovery Spotlight 2025!

What Readers Are Saying

★★★★★ "Jennifer Branch is EXCELLENT!! Reminded me of an Agatha Christie mystery, but current."

★★★★★ "Great storytelling! Could not put it down."

★★★★★ "Well written and a robust, interesting book — upper tier cozy."

★★★★★ "A fun, easy-to-read mystery with vivid descriptions and great characters."

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Maison Vieux Carré — Setting for Book 6

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