Shot Through the Book, 9798892425322
Paperback
Librarian Lucy investigates a murder, battling rivals and a ruthless widow.

Shot Through the Book

A Lighthouse Library Mystery

  • Paperback

    272 pages

  • Release Date

    21 April 2026

Summary

In the twelfth installment of the Lighthouse Library mysteries, Lucy McNeil is back on the case, but this time she’s on the case alone.

The upcoming YA book festival at the Bodie Island Lighthouse Library is bringing in renowned authors from all over the world. When bestselling author Todd Harrison unexpectedly visits librarian Lucy McNeil at her Outer Banks beach house after a meeting, she is puzzled by his presence, since they’re virtually strangers. After stepping inside to get him…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9798892425322
Author:Eva Gates
Publisher:Crooked Lane Books
Imprint:Crooked Lane Books
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:272
Release Date:21 April 2026
Weight:369g
Dimensions:209mm x 139mm
Series:A Lighthouse Library Mystery
What They're Saying

Critics Review

Praise for Shot Through the Book:“The librarian and her quirky friends are always a hoot as they track down mysterious murderers in a charming locale.”—Kirkus Reviews“Readers will look forward eagerly to the next installment.”—First Clue“Simply stated, as an author, Eva Gates is a true master of the cozy mystery genre.”—Midwest Book Review“A pitch-perfect cozy mystery that will leave readers eager to return to the North Carolina coast for Lucy’s next adventure.”—Fresh Fiction“Once you begin reading you are totally engrossed in the story and will not want to leave when you get to the end of the book.”—Cozy Mystery Book Reviews“[A] witty, very entertaining entry in the series.”—Kings River Life

About The Author

Eva Gates

Eva Gates is one of Canada’s most prolific and varied crime writers and a national bestseller in the United States. As Vicki Delany, she has written more than fifty books, spanning genres from clever cozies to Gothic thrillers, gritty police procedurals, historical fiction, and novellas for adult literacy.

She is a past chair of the Crime Writers of Canada and a cofounder and organizer of the Women Killing It Crime Writing Festival. In recognition of her contributions to Canadian crime writing, she is the recipient of the 2019 Derrick Murdoch Award. Vicki lives in Prince Edward County, Ontario.

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