Echoes of Betrayal is officially out in the world—and Maisie Doss is BACK on the case!
Well,slap my hand and call me suspicious…
Today is the day we’ve all been waiting for, and I’m just about ready to jump outta my boots with excitement! Echoes of Betrayal—book four in the Maisie Doss Mystery series—is officially LIVE for readers around the world to dive into!
I don’t carehow many books I’ve written (and y’all know it’s a lot), release day still hits like the first sip of sweet tea on a summer porch. Chills. Gratitude. Nervous butterflies. And a heart full of appreciation for every single one of YOU who helped make this moment possible.
I started writing Maisie’s story with a simple idea:
What if a woman came back home to a place she thought she’d buried and found out the town had a few secrets left to share?
Slate Creek Hollow was born.
Maisie Doss found her voice.
And then you found her too.
You welcomed her into your reading nooks, your vacation bags, your bedtime rituals. You guessed her suspects, rooted for her choices, and (maybe) yelled at her a little when she went pokin’ her nose where it didn’t belong. But that’s what makes this community so special. You don’t just read the books—you live them with me.
Echoes of Betrayal is more than just another cozy mystery. It’s Maisie stepping deeper into her role as a sleuth. It’s about uncovering not just whodunit, but why people do the things they do. It’s layered with tension, laced with Southern sass, and yes, it’s got Adam doing that coroner-meets-boyfriend slow burn that we all love.
What’s the Mystery This Time?
Without giving away spoilers (I wouldn’t dare!), here’s what you need to know going in:
A resident at the nursing home is found dead under suspicious circumstances…
A missingsignature in an important will raises questions…
Land deals, old grudges, and hidden agendas start bubbling to the surface…
And Maisie? Well, she’s got her hands full trying to keep the peace and crack the case—without losing her mind or her heart in the process.
There’s betrayal, buried secrets, and big choices ahead—and Maisie’s not backing down.
The Journey Behind the Pages
Let me tell y’all a little behind-the-scenes secret…
This book? It gave me goosebumps while I wrote it. The kind you get when a line lands just right or when a plot twist clicks into place so hard it makes you cackle.
There were days I laughed out loud at Earlene’s antics (because you know that woman can carry a cinnamon roll the size of a hubcap and still dish out advice like a therapist in an apron). And there were days I cried when Maisie stood face-to-face with someone from her past and had to decide if she was the same woman who left Slate Creek Hollow… or someone entirely new.
It’s my favorite kind of cozy mystery—one with heart, humor, and enough suspicion to keep you guessing until the very end.
Here’s what some ARC readers have already said:
“This one gave me chills. You can feel Maisie’s heart breaking in places, but she never gives up. I love her grit.”
– Carrie, Patreon Gold Tier
“The best blend of mystery, romance, and small-town tension. And that final twist? Whew!”
– Jasmine, Cozy Corner Club
“This book needs to be a TV show already. Slate Creek Hollow has Hallmark Mystery written all over it.”
– Deb, Lifetime Patron
(And you KNOW I’m working on it… I’ve got big news coming about that film deal soon )
Talk to Me in the Comments!
Now that the book is out, I’d love to hear from YOU:
Who do you suspect first?
What was your favorite scene or one-liner?
Are you #TeamAdam or still holding out for a mystery man?
Which quote do you want on your next sticker, bookmark, or mug?
I’m here all day, sipping my coffee, refreshing your messages, and probably tearing up a little every time one of you says this book made you feel something.
To You, My Cozy Mystery Family
This isn’t just a book launch. It’s a community celebration. A shared moment. A reminder that stories still matter and that Southern charm, smart heroines, and found family will always have a place on your bookshelf.
Thank you for being the heartbeat of this journey.
Thank you for cheering for Maisie (and me) every step of the way.
And thank you for showing the world that cozy mysteries aren’t just comfort reads… they’re fierce, fabulous, and FULL of fire.
Now grab your copy, curl up under a quilt, and let’s solve this thing together.
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With all my mystery-lovin’ heart,
Tonya
P.S. Did you catch the clue hidden in Chapter Two? It’s subtle… but if you know, you know.
