Books with author Melina Grace

A terrorist atrocity rips through London the day before the body of a young Asian man is found in the grounds of a stately home, near the West Country town of Abbeyford. DI Kate Redman and her team take on the case, but are hampered by a lack of identification on the body, not to mention the odd location of the crime scene.Eventually, they identify the young man as a certain Ibrahim Bashir, but this only leads to more confusion – because it seems that Ibrahim Bashir died fifty years ago…Scimitar is the twelfth in the Kate Redman Mysteries series, by USA Today bestselling author Celina Grace.Praise for the Kate Redman Mysteries, from Amazon and Goodreads reviewers:“One of the best I have read this year. I read about a fourth of the book early in the day, then at bedtime, I thought I would read a bit more before sleep. I finished the book at 5:20 AM. Just could not put it down.”“At last, a mystery that delivers…I found this novel superb because I got all I needed to know and none of what I didn’t.”“…a gripping detective story but the main character engages you, and as well as wanting to know how the mystery turns out you want to learn more about her too.”“…amazing book, read it front to back in one visit, couldn`t help myself…”

A mansion, a title and marriage to a wealthy Lord – Lady Eveline Cartwright has it all. Unfortunately, it’s not enough to prevent her being bludgeoned to death one night in the study of Merisham Lodge, the family’s country estate in Derbyshire. Suspicion quickly falls on her ne’er-do-well son, Peter, but not everyone in the household is convinced of his guilt. Head kitchen maid Joan Hart and lady’s maid, Verity Hunter, know that when it comes to a crime, all is not always as it seems. With suspicions and motives thick on the ground, Joan and Verity must use all the wit and courage they possess to expose a deadly murderer who will stop at nothing to achieve their aim…Murder at Merisham Lodge is the first in a new series of historical mysteries, Miss Hart and Miss Hunter Investigate, set in the 1930s. The author, Celina Grace, is the creator of the bestselling The Kate Redman Mysteries and The Asharton Manor Mysteries, as well as several standalone thrillers.Praise for Celina Grace by Amazon and Goodreads reviewers:"Thoroughly enjoyed this read. I've been waiting for this story since the first of the Asharton novellas was published and I am very glad to see more of Joan and Verity. I think they are a great mystery team. Smart and active, but in a believable way. You don't ever wonder how they could do what they do within the confines of their social roles and their "real" jobs are never thrown to the side.""Celina makes her characters someone you care about. I enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to the next book in the series. I would recommend this book to anyone that likes mysteries, especially period mysteries."" I love her writing style. This book does not disappoint. A great mix of mystery, humor and wonderful characters. All in a beautiful Manor. Very enjoyable read.""I have read the four Asharton Manor books and enjoyed them all, but the first story that introduced Joan and Verity was my favorite and I am so glad the author wrote another story with the two of them. This time period is very interesting to me and then to throw in a couple murders to solve makes it extra interesting. I hope to read more about Joan, Verity and ( maybe Inspector Marks ?) in future books."

"I finger the plastic band, too small now to wrap around my wrist. I can just make out the writing on it SAMPLE - 4526.I know what it means. Somewhere out there, there are 4525 others just like me." Sample lives in The City with all the other unviable clones-- the ones who were discarded as worthless. The ones who didn't meet the criteria of what they were designed for. The ones the people don't want. Unwanted and abused, Sample was forced to make her way as a thief to survive. All that is about to change however. The City is overcrowded and the army has been sent in to cull, starting with the 'dregs'.As Sample flees for her life, her purple eyes reveal her to be more than anyone in The City ever suspected. Now Sample is being hunted. And if she can't discover who she is -- what she is -- before it's too late, the humans will end her."The twists, turns, and changing relationships in this action packed dystopian series will keep you enthralled." - The Hinterland Journal"A great female protagonist in a post apocalyptic earth. With adventure, escapes, and genetic engineering, this is the best dystopian series out." - Sarah Gee"A tense, moving, and gripping novel...This fast paced dystopian series weaves together clones, dilapidated and futuristic cities, a kick-ass protagonist, and a hint of romance...this book is unforgettable" - Mal Smith"Set in a remote future with a touch of science fiction, great characters, compelling relationships, and a killer plot, this young adult fiction trilogy blew me away." - Bronwyn Woolley"Melina Grace has written one of the most riveting novels on the market." - Valerie Medhurst"Melina Grace's heart-pounding futuristic 'Unviable' is the first book in a spectacular complete series that combines the danger of The Hunger Games with the epic drive of Divergent." - Michelle Dalton"Set in a society in a post apocalyptic world where genetic research, experiments, and clones are normal, this collection of kindle eBooks makes great reading." - Janine HobbsAustralian born Melina Grace has travelled many worlds in her love of unique characters who've been thrust into action adventures. She brings her obsession with intriguing relationships and threatened worlds into her own writing.

“They don’t fear me, quite the opposite. It makes it twice as fun… I know the next time will be soon, I’ve learnt to recognise the signs. I think I even know who it will be. She’s oblivious of course, just as she should be. All the time, I watch and wait and she has no idea, none at all. And why would she? I’m disguised as myself, the very best disguise there is.”A known prostitute is found stabbed to death in a shabby corner of Abbeyford. Detective Sergeant Kate Redman and her partner Detective Sergeant Olbeck take on the case, expecting to have it wrapped up in a matter of days. Kate finds herself distracted by her growing attraction to her boss, Detective Chief Inspector Anderton – until another woman’s body is found, with the same knife wounds. And then another one after that, in a matter of days.Forced to confront the horrifying realisation that a serial killer may be preying on the vulnerable women of Abbeyford, Kate, Olbeck and the team find themselves in a race against time to unmask a terrifying murderer, who just might be hiding in plain sight…Imago (A Kate Redman Mystery: Book 3) is the third in the Kate Redman Mysteries series, by bestselling crime writer Celina Grace, author of Hushabye, Requiem and Lost Girls.Praise for The Kate Redman Mysteries from Amazon and Goodreads reviewers:“One of the best I have read this year. I read about a fourth of the book early in the day, then at bedtime, I thought I would read a bit more before sleep. I finished the book at 5:20 AM. Just could not put it down.”“At last, a mystery that delivers…I found this novel superb because I got all I needed to know and none of what I didn’t.” “…a gripping detective story but the main character engages you, and as well as wanting to know how the mystery turns out you want to learn more about her too.”“…amazing book, read it front to back in one visit, couldn`t help myself…”“…the most enjoyable Kindle book I have so far read since the 'low cost electronic revolution' which has been sweeping my reading habits for the last couple of years! Thoroughly recommended.”“This was my introduction to the author, and I'm so glad I discovered the book. Well-written and a real page turner.”“I was awake till the early hours to finish it !! I really enjoyed it and the characters in it so I'm pleased I also have the sequel downloaded to read at some point. I know it should be great.”“Attention to detail and great character building coupled with a mystery that keeps you guessing are all the ingredients that make me keep reading till the early hours of the morning.”

"I finger the plastic band, too small now to wrap around my wrist. I can just make out the writing on it SAMPLE - 4526.I know what it means. Somewhere out there, there are 4525 others just like me." Sample lives in The City with all the other unviable clones-- the ones who were discarded as worthless. The ones who didn't meet the criteria of what they were designed for. The ones the people don't want. Unwanted and abused, Sample was forced to make her way as a thief to survive. All that is about to change however. The City is overcrowded and the army has been sent in to cull, starting with the 'dregs'.As Sample flees for her life, her purple eyes reveal her to be more than anyone in The City ever suspected. Now Sample is being hunted. And if she can't discover who she is -- what she is -- before it's too late, the humans will end her."The twists, turns, and changing relationships in this action packed dystopian series will keep you enthralled." - The Hinterland Journal"A great female protagonist in a post apocalyptic earth. With adventure, escapes, and genetic engineering, this is the best dystopian series out." - Sarah Gee"A tense, moving, and gripping novel...This fast paced dystopian series weaves together clones, dilapidated and futuristic cities, a kick-ass protagonist, and a hint of romance...this book is unforgettable" - Mal Smith"Set in a remote future with a touch of science fiction, great characters, compelling relationships, and a killer plot, this young adult fiction trilogy blew me away." - Bronwyn Woolley"Melina Grace has written one of the most riveting novels on the market." - Valerie Medhurst"Melina Grace's heart-pounding futuristic 'Unviable' is the first book in a spectacular complete series that combines the danger of The Hunger Games with the epic drive of Divergent." - Michelle Dalton"Set in a society in a post apocalyptic world where genetic research, experiments, and clones are normal, this collection of kindle eBooks makes great reading." - Janine HobbsAustralian born Melina Grace has travelled many worlds in her love of unique characters who've been thrust into action adventures. She brings her obsession with intriguing relationships and threatened worlds into her own writing.

Smart and unflinching, this #OwnVoices debut contemporary novel stars an ambitious college student who refuses to be defined by her central auditory processing disorder.Edie Kits has a learning disability. Well, not a learning disability exactly, but a disability that impacts her learning. It isn't visible, it isn't obvious, and it isn't something she likes to advertise. And for three semesters of college, her hard work and perseverance have carried her through. Edie thinks she has her disability under control until she meets her match with a French 102 course and a professor unwilling to help her out.Edie finds herself caught between getting the help she needs and convincing her professor that she isn't looking for an easy out. Luckily for Edie, she has an amazing best friend, Serena, who is willing to stitch together a plan to ensure Edie's success. And then there's Hudson, the badly dressed but undoubtedly adorable TA in her French class who finds himself pulled into her orbit...Chosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads, Meet Me in Outer Space is a sweet, heartachingly real story of love and college life by debut author Melinda Grace.Praise for Meet Me in Outer Space from the Swoon Reads community:"Edie’s resolve not to give up her lifelong dream for a guy is heartening ... This #ownvoices debut tackles the stigma of a hidden disability." ―Booklist"A sweet college romance that features a disability experience not often represented in teen fiction." ―School Library Journal“I can relate to Edie. I don't have CAPD but I have ADHD and that makes everything study related/ everyday functioning super hard. Reading on because this hit so close home.” ―Tara Olivia, reader on SwoonReads.com

A mansion, a title and marriage to a wealthy Lord – Lady Eveline Cartwright has it all. Unfortunately, it’s not enough to prevent her being bludgeoned to death one night in the study of Merisham Lodge, the family’s country estate in Derbyshire. Suspicion quickly falls on her ne’er-do-well son, Peter, but not everyone in the household is convinced of his guilt. Head kitchen maid Joan Hart and lady’s maid, Verity Hunter, know that when it comes to a crime, all is not always as it seems. With suspicions and motives thick on the ground, Joan and Verity must use all the wit and courage they possess to expose a deadly murderer who will stop at nothing to achieve their aim… Murder at Merisham Lodge is the first in a new series of historical mysteries, Miss Hart and Miss Hunter Investigate, set in the 1930s. The author, Celina Grace, is the creator of the bestselling The Kate Redman Mysteries and The Asharton Manor Mysteries, as well as several standalone thrillers.

Smart and unflinching, this #OwnVoices debut contemporary novel stars an ambitious college student who refuses to be defined by her central auditory processing disorder.Edie Kits has a learning disability. Well, not a learning disability exactly, but a disability that impacts her learning. It isn't visible, it isn't obvious, and it isn't something she likes to advertise. And for three semesters of college, her hard work and perseverance have carried her through. Edie thinks she has her disability under control until she meets her match with a French 102 course and a professor unwilling to help her out.Edie finds herself caught between getting the help she needs and convincing her professor that she isn't looking for an easy out. Luckily for Edie, she has an amazing best friend, Serena, who is willing to stitch together a plan to ensure Edie's success. And then there's Hudson, the badly dressed but undoubtedly adorable TA in her French class who finds himself pulled into her orbit...Chosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads, Meet Me in Outer Space is a sweet, heartachingly real story of love and college life by debut author Melinda Grace.Praise for Meet Me in Outer Space from the Swoon Reads community:"Edie’s resolve not to give up her lifelong dream for a guy is heartening ... This #ownvoices debut tackles the stigma of a hidden disability." —Booklist"A sweet college romance that features a disability experience not often represented in teen fiction." —School Library Journal“I can relate to Edie. I don't have CAPD but I have ADHD and that makes everything study related/ everyday functioning super hard. Reading on because this hit so close home.” —Tara Olivia, reader on SwoonReads.com

“They don’t fear me, quite the opposite. It makes it twice as fun… I know the next time will be soon, I’ve learnt to recognise the signs. I think I even know who it will be. She’s oblivious of course, just as she should be. All the time, I watch and wait and she has no idea, none at all. And why would she? I’m disguised as myself, the very best disguise there is.” A known prostitute is found stabbed to death in a shabby corner of Abbeyford. Detective Sergeant Kate Redman and her partner Detective Sergeant Olbeck take on the case, expecting to have it wrapped up in a matter of days. Kate finds herself distracted by her growing attraction to her boss, Detective Chief Inspector Anderton – until another woman’s body is found, with the same knife wounds. And then another one after that, in a matter of days. Forced to confront the horrifying realisation that a serial killer may be preying on the vulnerable women of Abbeyford, Kate, Olbeck and the team find themselves in a race against time to unmask a terrifying murderer, who just might be hiding in plain sight… Imago (A Kate Redman Mystery: Book 3) is the third in the Kate Redman Mysteries series, by bestselling crime writer Celina Grace, author of Hushabye, Requiem and Lost Girls. Praise for The Kate Redman Mysteries from Amazon and Goodreads reviewers: “One of the best I have read this year. I read about a fourth of the book early in the day, then at bedtime, I thought I would read a bit more before sleep. I finished the book at 5:20 AM. Just could not put it down.” “At last, a mystery that delivers…I found this novel superb because I got all I needed to know and none of what I didn’t.” “…a gripping detective story but the main character engages you, and as well as wanting to know how the mystery turns out you want to learn more about her too.” “…amazing book, read it front to back in one visit, couldn`t help myself…” “…the most enjoyable Kindle book I have so far read since the 'low cost electronic revolution' which has been sweeping my reading habits for the last couple of years! Thoroughly recommended.” “This was my introduction to the author, and I'm so glad I discovered the book. Well-written and a real page turner.” “I was awake till the early hours to finish it !! I really enjoyed it and the characters in it so I'm pleased I also have the sequel downloaded to read at some point. I know it should be great.” “Attention to detail and great character building coupled with a mystery that keeps you guessing are all the ingredients that make me keep reading till the early hours of the morning.”

It begins with, "Mirror, mirror on the wall, I know I am beautiful." This book teaches every girl, not to ask, but TELL the mirror: I KNOW I AM BEAUTIFUL. - A simple, yet powerful series of poetic, rhyming, affirmations for girls of all ages to recite into the mirror. - Complete with colorful images of each affirmation splashed onto mirrors of different shapes. - Also including, seven empty mirror images for girls to color, draw or write into, expressing their own beauty.- A perfect, purposeful gift for every girl in your life (daughter, granddaughter, god-daughter, sister, niece, friend, or student).- An excellent book to read to your little one, or have your beginner learn to read with!

Smart and unflinching, this #OwnVoices debut contemporary novel stars an ambitious college student who refuses to be defined by her central auditory processing disorder.Edie Kits has a learning disability. Well, not a learning disability exactly, but a disability that impacts her learning. It isn't visible, it isn't obvious, and it isn't something she likes to advertise. And for three semesters of college, her hard work and perseverance have carried her through. Edie thinks she has her disability under control until she meets her match with a French 102 course and a professor unwilling to help her out.Edie finds herself caught between getting the help she needs and convincing her professor that she isn't looking for an easy out. Luckily for Edie, she has an amazing best friend, Serena, who is willing to stitch together a plan to ensure Edie's success. And then there's Hudson, the badly dressed but undoubtedly adorable TA in her French class who finds himself pulled into her orbit...Chosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads, Meet Me in Outer Space is a sweet, heartachingly real story of love and college life by debut author Melinda Grace.Praise for Meet Me in Outer Space from the Swoon Reads community:"Edie’s resolve not to give up her lifelong dream for a guy is heartening ... This #ownvoices debut tackles the stigma of a hidden disability." ―Booklist"A sweet college romance that features a disability experience not often represented in teen fiction." ―School Library Journal“I can relate to Edie. I don't have CAPD but I have ADHD and that makes everything study related/ everyday functioning super hard. Reading on because this hit so close home.” ―Tara Olivia, reader on SwoonReads.com