A Biscuit, a Bone, and a Murder
(2026)(A book in the Two Cousins and a Canine Mystery series)
A Story by Tracie Kaine
Welcome to Pelican Harbor—where the sea breeze is salty, the pastries are sweet, and secrets refuse to stay buried. Sluething cousins Derek and Lila's new hometown.
Derek came to this quiet coastal town for one thing: peace. Routine. Order. A fresh start with his highly trained canine companion, a Newfoundland named Ranger.
Derek's cousin Lila, a trained chef, has a different goal—turning her gourmet dog biscuit recipes into a thriving local business. With rosemary‑peanut butter bites and salmon‑dill pup treats, she’s determined to prove she’s more than the town’s "creative cousin."
Then Ranger uncovers a rusted tin at the Spring Pet Fair.
Inside? An antique key. A coded inventory tag. And a connection to a recent "accidental" death no one questioned—until now.
What begins as a curiosity turns into a quiet unraveling.
A hidden ledger. A flash drive is buried in a cabinet drawer. Financial discrepancies tied to a beloved community fundraiser. And a stairway fall that may not have been an accident at all.
Derek and Lila aren’t detectives. They don’t want to be.
But when ignoring the truth feels worse than speaking up, they—and one very observant Newfoundland—refuse to look away.
Perfect for Kindle Unlimited readers who love: • Dog cozy mysteries • Small‑town coastal settings • Amateur sleuth duos • Clean mysteries with light suspense • Loyal animal sidekicks • Culinary and bakery themes
A Biscuit, A Bone, and a Murder is the charming prequel to the Two Cousins & A Canine Mysteries series—where conscience leads, community matters, and even the quietest towns hide secrets.
Author's Note:
If you love seaside charm, lovable dogs, and mysteries served with a side of baked treats, Pelican Harbor is ready to welcome you.
Derek came to this quiet coastal town for one thing: peace. Routine. Order. A fresh start with his highly trained canine companion, a Newfoundland named Ranger.
Derek's cousin Lila, a trained chef, has a different goal—turning her gourmet dog biscuit recipes into a thriving local business. With rosemary‑peanut butter bites and salmon‑dill pup treats, she’s determined to prove she’s more than the town’s "creative cousin."
Then Ranger uncovers a rusted tin at the Spring Pet Fair.
Inside? An antique key. A coded inventory tag. And a connection to a recent "accidental" death no one questioned—until now.
What begins as a curiosity turns into a quiet unraveling.
A hidden ledger. A flash drive is buried in a cabinet drawer. Financial discrepancies tied to a beloved community fundraiser. And a stairway fall that may not have been an accident at all.
Derek and Lila aren’t detectives. They don’t want to be.
But when ignoring the truth feels worse than speaking up, they—and one very observant Newfoundland—refuse to look away.
Perfect for Kindle Unlimited readers who love: • Dog cozy mysteries • Small‑town coastal settings • Amateur sleuth duos • Clean mysteries with light suspense • Loyal animal sidekicks • Culinary and bakery themes
A Biscuit, A Bone, and a Murder is the charming prequel to the Two Cousins & A Canine Mysteries series—where conscience leads, community matters, and even the quietest towns hide secrets.
Author's Note:
If you love seaside charm, lovable dogs, and mysteries served with a side of baked treats, Pelican Harbor is ready to welcome you.
- Clean, feel-good cozy mystery
Small-town charm with coastal vibes
Amateur sleuth cousins you’ll love
A gentle giant canine companion
A satisfying, page-turning mystery
Genre: Cozy Mystery
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