At the Desert Sunrise Resort, Ms. Mia is preparing to host a dazzling exhibit featuring an ancient flute unearthed on the property. The charming amateur sleuth never misses a chance to discover secrets and rearrange lives at Spinel Resorts, the boutique hotel group founded by her late husband. When an ancient flute is unearthed on the resort grounds, Ms. Mia seizes the moment to host a spectacular museum exhibit, inviting a charismatic archaeologist to document the find. But when the priceless artifact vanishes in the dead of night, the celebration turns tense. With the grand opening at risk and her reputation on the line, Ms. Mia begins to look more closely at the people around her. With champagne in hand and help from her mischievous nephew and the resort’s brilliant concierge, Ms. Mia sets out to uncover the truth. At Spinel Resorts, trouble has a way of checking in—and no thief or murderer escapes unnoticed. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple and Donna Andrews’ Meg Langslow series, this charming cozy mystery blends glamour, humor, and clever sleuthing. Check in for a delightful Southwestern escape in Ms. Mia and Murder at the Desert Sunrise Resort —where luxury, secrets, and murder are always part of the stay. What Readers say about Ms. Mia Murder Mysteries: "A very quick and sharp Miss Marple" - "I really enjoyed this book--great characters, intriguing plot, marvelous dialogue. Cannot wait for the next books to be in print version rather than just Kindle!" - "The author's descriptions are excellent and put me right there in with her." - "I could not put it down until I knew who the murderer was." - "Just finished Murder at the Grand Island Hotel...read from cover to cover...just could not put it down. Wonderfully written, could not guess "who done it." Lovely characters. Can hardly wait for the next in the series. Highly recommend!" - "Great author. It is well written with deep character development. You never are sure where the plot will take you. Wish she had her 4th book available." Jennifer Branch weaves cozy mysteries with the vibrant flair of her watercolor paintings, inspired by her renowned ability to capture joyful scenes from the Georgia coast, Maine, Venice, and beyond. Her debut, Ms. Mia and Murder at the Grand Island Hotel, sweeps readers to a Georgia Sea Islands paradise. It's followed by Ms. Mia and Murder on Moose Isle, set on a secluded Maine island, and Ms. Mia and Murder at the Desert Sunrise Resort, which unfolds in a Southwest desert oasis.As a modern landscape painter, Jennifer infuses her stories with vivid settings, inspired by her artist's eye. When not writing or painting, she roams Georgia's coastal shores, Maine's coast, and beyond with her husband, Roger, sons, Edwin and Owen, and dogs, Scout and Sam, finding inspiration in her travels.Visit JenniferBranch.com to join her for more Ms. Mia adventures, books, and art!