Egret’s Loft Murder Mysteries: A complete list

MBR rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐

Unnatural Causes

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Madeline Delarouse isn’t ready to fade into the sunset, even if her kids think otherwise. Adjusting to life at Egret’s Loft Retirement Community—complete with tiki bars, aqua aerobics, and golf cart gridlock—wasn’t part of her plan. But when her neighbor turns up dead on the sixteenth hole, Madeline finds herself with more excitement than she bargained for.

Ignoring her son’s eye-rolls and her daughter’s disapproving glares, Madeline teams up with her sharp-tongued new friend, Gloria.

Together, they navigate the peculiar world of Florida retirees, unearthing secrets of Egret’s Loft, behind manicured hedges and beneath the sunny facade of Paradise Palms.

Is the killer the glamorous “Black Widow” with a history of late husbands? The enigmatic Colombian who always seems to know too much? Or the hot-headed former NFL star with a temper as legendary as his touchdowns?

With danger lurking behind bingo nights and shuffleboard tournaments, Madeline must use all her wit and newfound sleuthing skills to solve the case before she becomes the killer’s next target.

MBR rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Dead Men’s Wife

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In the opulent retirement community of Egret’s Loft, weddings are rare—and a wedding with whispers of murder is rarer still. When wealthy widower Arthur Fontaine ties the knot with Victoria “The Black Widow” Bellamy, the rumors about her suspiciously short-lived past husbands barely have time to die down before Arthur himself is found dead at the reception, a champagne cork wedged ominously in his throat.

While the police circle Victoria as their prime suspect, newcomer Madeline Delarouse isn’t so sure the case is open and shut. Teaming up with her sharp-witted neighbor Gina, a retired prosecutor with a penchant for high-stakes games (of canasta and crime-solving), Madeline starts peeling back the layers of Arthur’s seemingly picture-perfect life.

As they uncover secrets that stretch beyond Egret’s Loft’s sunny facade—hidden affairs, financial scandals, and a dark history someone is desperate to bury—Madeline and Gina realize the killer isn’t finished. With the murderer lurking among manicured lawns and lavish penthouses, Madeline must act fast to unmask the culprit before another victim falls prey to Egret’s Loft’s deadliest scandal.

MBR rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐

Serial Seniors

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Title: Murder at the River Club

Egret’s Loft may have survived one crime spree, but peace is short-lived in this luxury retirement community. As the residents prepare for a lively family weekend filled with bouncy castles, petting zoos, and picnics, the last thing anyone expects is another dead body—especially not floating at the bottom of the River Club swimming pool.

Madeline Delarouse is horrified to discover the victim is none other than the beloved “cookie lady,” known for her sweet treats and even sweeter demeanor. Before the coroner can even determine the cause of death, Madeline’s overprotective children are plotting to move her out of Egret’s Loft for her “safety.” But Madeline isn’t ready to pack her bags. Teaming up with her feisty friend Gina, she dives headfirst into another murder investigation, uncovering dark secrets that lurk beneath Egret’s sunny facade.

Was the killer the chef with a reputation for fiery temper tantrums? The quirky, one-eyed ex-NASA scientist harboring a mysterious grudge? Or the overzealous local cop who seems a little too eager to pin the blame on someone?

Complicating matters, a cocky true-crime podcaster has his own theory—that Madeline herself is behind all the deaths at Egret’s Loft. Suddenly, Madeline finds herself in the media spotlight, accused of being a serial-killing senior.

With time running out, Madeline and Gina must unravel the truth before the killer strikes again—or before the court of public opinion convinces everyone that Madeline’s golden years are more sinister than anyone could have imagined.

MBR rating
⭐⭐⭐

Tide of Death

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Title: Murder on the Caribbean Dream

Madeline Delarouse is ready for some much-deserved relaxation aboard the Caribbean Dream, a luxury seniors’ cruise promising gourmet dining, breathtaking excursions, and endless opportunities for leisure. Accompanied by her spirited best friend, Gina, she plans to leave the drama of Egret’s Loft behind and fully embrace her tropical getaway.

But paradise turns perilous when Madeline discovers that beneath the ship’s polished veneer lurks a sea of tension. Passengers and staff alike are entangled in webs of jealousy, long-held grudges, and simmering resentments. Secrets are as plentiful as the endless buffet, and it soon becomes clear that someone is willing to kill to keep theirs.

When a fellow passenger mysteriously dies, the ship’s captain is quick to declare the incident a tragic accident, eager to avoid disrupting the voyage. But Madeline and Gina aren’t convinced. They know murder when they see it, and they’re determined to unmask the killer before another passenger’s journey is cut short.

As the Caribbean Dream sails through pristine waters, Madeline and Gina navigate the ship’s treacherous social currents—encountering suspicious gamblers, ambitious crew members, and one particularly evasive magician. With no help from the authorities and no escape from the vessel, the duo must solve the case before the killer strikes again.

Will Madeline and Gina crack the case and make it to port alive, or will their dream vacation turn into a nautical nightmare?