Murder Takes a Selfie: By The Sea Cozy Mystery Series Book #1

When the internet-famous Paisley Stuart and her mother vanish after a lavish party, sixteen-year-old Esther James and her loyal best friend Sophie refuse to wait for the police. As the town of Necanicum buzzes with rumors, Esther—still haunted by her own violent family history—races to help handsome newcomer Parker find his twin sister before it's too late. A cozy, clean teen mystery about courage, friendship, forgiveness, and learning that bad things aren't always your fault.

• A cozy teen mystery in the vein of Nancy Drew for the social-media age—complete with viral videos, selfies, and a stalker in the shadows.
• The unlikely heroine: a shy, anxious bookworm who learns she's braver than she ever believed.
• Sophie, the fearless, hilarious best friend who steals every scene, is the breakout character readers will love.
• Clean and safe—no language, no explicit content—perfect for parents seeking wholesome fiction for younger teens.

““It's not your fault, Dad. I don't know what happened, but don't blame yourself.””

Perfect for a teen girl who loves clean, suspenseful mysteries with a sweet romance, quirky friendships, and a heroine who overcomes anxiety and family trauma.