Mischief in Moonstone Series by Christine DeSmet

Nestled against the sparkling shores of Lake Superior, the tiny village of Moonstone is anything but ordinary. Between romantic entanglements, quirky neighbors, and mysteries that seem to pop up with every season, the locals know life here comes with a generous dose of laughter and surprise. From silkie chickens and a giant prehistoric beaver skeleton to kidnapped reindeer and holiday hijinks, mischief is always waiting just around the corner. Fall in love with the humorous, heartwarming adventures of Moonstone–where romance meets mayhem in the most delightful ways.

 

Mischief in Moonstone Series, Novella 1: When Rudolph was Kidnapped 

Crystal Hagan’s first-graders are in panic mode. Their beloved holiday reindeer, Rudolph, has been stolen from the school’s live Christmas display. Without him, the children are convinced Christmas is canceled.

The trail of mischief leads to Peter LeBarron, the wealthy recluse who lives in a mansion locals call the “North Pole.” To Crystal’s shock, Peter freely admits to taking Rudolph–but he refuses to give him back without some romantic negotiations of his own.

With the holiday countdown ticking, Crystal must juggle her students’ worries, a stolen reindeer, and an unexpected suitor who may have just stolen her heart.

Humorous, heartwarming, and filled with small-town Christmas magic, this novella is perfect for fans of cozy romance and holiday cheer.

Genre: Contemporary Romance Novella (Christmas)    ISBN: 9781925191936    ISBN PRINT D2D: 9798215767061    ASIN: B01N6CLT6M    Word Count: 24, 581

 

Mischief in Moonstone Series, Novella 2: Misbehavin’ in Moonstone

Kirsten Peplinski has worked hard to open her dream restaurant on the shores of Lake Superior. But when the men of Moonstone start disappearing in the evenings–and her business suffers–she discovers the shocking reason: a touring boat offering topless entertainment just outside town limits.
Determined to put an end to the mischief, Kirsten confronts the boat’s infuriatingly handsome owner, Jonathon VanBrocklin. Instead of backing down, Jonathon kidnaps her–claiming undressing and marriage are the only items on his menu.
Caught between outrage and unexpected attraction, Kirsten faces the wildest adventure of her life. Will she escape this reckless scheme, or discover that true love sometimes arrives in the most mischievous packages?
Humorous, romantic, and funny, cheeky, and charming, Misbehavin’ in Moonstone is a sizzling small-town escape.

Genre: Romance    ISBN: 9781925574104    ISBN PRINT D2D: 9798215597699    ASIN: B06XNPQLJ3    Word Count: 20, 468

 

Mischief in Moonstone Series, Novella 3: Mrs Claus and the Moonstone Murder

New county deputy Lily Schuster is still learning the ropes when trouble strikes in Moonstone, Wisconsin. On her second day, she arrests archaeologist Marcus Linden for trespassing–only to find herself turning to him for help when a pie contest judge ends up murdered.
The suspects? None other than Henri LeBarron, the town’s beloved eighty-four-year-old Santa, and his scandalous new companion, the alluring Felicity Starr. Both women are vying to become “Mrs. Claus” for the upcoming winter celebration–and their rivalry has turned deadly.
With August heat bearing down and tempers flaring, Lily must solve the case, keep her wits about her, and decide if Marcus’s kisses are worth more than his alibis.
Quirky, romantic, and full of small-town mischief, Mrs. Claus and the Moonstone Murder blends mystery with a heart-stealing romance.

Genre: Romance    ISBN: 9781925574135    ISBN PRINT D2D: 9798215683378    ASIN: B078L4LT2K    Word Count: 23, 074

 

 

Mischief in Moonstone Series, Novella 4: When the Dead People Brought a Dish-to-Pass

Three days before Halloween, Alyssa Swain finds a dead man in his car. But when she returns with help, the body has vanished.

Things only get stranger when the supposed corpse–scruffy, tall John Christopherson–appears on her doorstep very much alive…or at least claiming to be. John insists she summoned him to help prepare for a Halloween party, and he refuses to leave her house–or her heart.

But midnight on Halloween looms, and Alyssa must find a way to keep John from crossing into the afterlife forever.

Funny, eerie, and tender, When the Dead People Brought a Dish-to-Pass is a paranormal romance that blends small-town charm with Halloween magic.

Genre: Paranormal Romance Short Stories (Halloween)    ISBN: 9781925574241    ISBN PRINT D2D: 9798215424995    ASIN: B07FPFB1T6    Word Count: 20, 279

 

Mischief in Moonstone Series, Novella 5: A Moonstone Wedding

Margie Mueller thought wedding jitters were normal–until her fiancé sent her a fertility rug.

She’s no spring chicken, and the idea of raising a brood of Farina babies makes her panic. But before she can call the whole thing off, Tony’s boisterous family descends on Moonstone with their parties, opinions, and endless interference.

Then a dead man turns up–wrapped in that same fertility rug. Suddenly, Margie’s wedding isn’t just in danger of collapsing under family chaos–it’s at the center of a murder mystery. And Tony may know more than he’s admitting.

Funny, quirky, and laced with small-town mischief, A Moonstone Wedding is a romantic novella with a deadly twist.

Genre: Contemporary Romance Novella    ISBN ebook: 9781922548054    ISBN D2D PRINT: 9798215070697    ASIN ebook: B091QBQS6W    Word Count: 13, 369

Mischief in Moonstone Series, Novella 6: The Moonstone Fire

John “Bozeman” Hall has seen it all–longhorn cattle, grizzly hunts, even rattlesnake suppers. But nothing prepares him for Moonstone, Wisconsin.

When a suspicious fire destroys the newlyweds Crystal and Peter LeBarron’s farm cabin, Bozeman is determined to track down the arsonist. His first suspect? A young homeless mother and her son, squatting in a cave on the property.

But the closer he gets to the truth, the more Bozeman discovers that danger isn’t the only spark in town–so is the pull of unexpected love.

The Moonstone Fire delivers a sizzling blend of small-town mystery, heartwarming romance, and the quirky mischief Moonstone is known for.

Genre: Romance    ISBN: 978-1-922548-71-9    ISBN PRINT D2D: 9798227022257    ASIN: B0DQXX31PL    Word Count: 14, 953

 

Coming Soon:

Novella 7: All She Wore Was a Bow

Novella 8: Pest Control

Novella 9: The Big Love & Murder Shilly-Shally in Moonstone