Leena Clover Books In Order

Publication Order of Dolphin Bay Books

Publication Order of Meera Patel Books

Publication Order of Meg Butler Cruise Ship Cozy Mystery Books

Publication Order of Pelican Cove Books

Publication Order of Pelican Cove Short Stories Books

Leena Clover
Leena Clover is an avid mystery reader, and grew up reading Agatha Christie novels. She is a big fan of writers such as Donna Andrews and MC Beaton. Leena tries making her novels as nail biting as possible while still keeping them cozy.

Her love of food is evident in her books, and readers can expect plenty of yummy delicious recipes along with a juicy mystery. They’re fast paced whodunits, filled with yummy food and friendships which last a lifetime.

“Gone With the Wings” is the first novel in the “Meera Patel Cozy Mystery” series and was released in 2017. Prudence Walker, Meera’s nemesis, floats up in the local pond, she becomes the prime suspect. Meera cries foul and screams about police harassment, however she’s got no defense when she’s accused of another crime.

Meera, flanked by her friends Becky and Tony, is hot on this trail, attempting to find one missing student. Are these two crimes related? Where is Meera’s sleuthing going to lead her?

Featuring an Asian American amateur sleuth. There’s a full cast of characters with a young sibling, professor father, loving grandparents, loyal friends, and a candid glimpse into South Asian (Indian) culture. Culinary cozy murder mystery that features yummy recipes like Masala Fried Chicken and Shish Kabob Blue Plate Special.

“Strawberries and Strangers” is the first novel in the “Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery” series and was released in 2018. Exclusive beach party takes a murderous turn. Jenny King (age 44) was dumped by her cheating husband and is trying to build a new life in the tiny seaside town of Pelican Cove. Locals line up at the Boardwalk Cafe for some her tasty muffins and cakes. However when her aunt, a local artist, is accused of murdering a stranger, Jenny’s forced to set aside her apron and put her sleuthing cap on.

Jenny battles with the cranky local sheriff and quirky local characters in order to get to the truth. Aided by some of her new friends, she’ll move heaven and earth in order to learn who this dead stranger was and what exactly he was doing in Pelican Cove. Can Jenny solve this mystery and save her aunt in time?

These are interesting and intriguing characters with an entertaining storyline that help make the novel so compelling from the first page to the last. The situations are realistic and there are enough turns and twists to keep you guessing until the very end.

“Cupcakes and Celebrities” is the second novel in the “Pelican Cove Cozy Mystery” series and was released in 2018. One celebrity groom is the prime suspect in a shocking murder.

Nothing is going right for Heather’s TV star cousin. Her wedding at the Pelican Cove Country Club has been canceled. Her musician groom is being investigated in a pretty suspicious. Eager to tie the knot soon, she talks Jenny into helping her out.

Jenny finds a web of deceit and lies in this world where popularity and fame are the sole path to success. Just about everybody from the wedding party’s got a reason to murder, Jenny talks to a host of colorful characters in her quest to find the truth. Can she figure out who the real killer is and save the innocent in time?

Pelican Cove, meanwhile, is a finalist in the Prettiest Town in America contest, and Jenny’s busy settling down in this new life of hers, getting friendly with the locals (some more so than others).

“Raspberry Chocolate Murder” is the first novel in the “Dolphin Bay Cozy Mystery” series and was released in 2019. Friendship, family, and a crusade for justice.

Anna Butler, after suffering a double whammy of personal tragedies, has resolved to pull herself up by the bootstraps and take another shot at life. Her dreams of expanding her bookstore into a cafe gets shattered when the local mayor begins a vendetta against her. She’s accused of killing her husband. People she’s known her entire life refuse to give her the time of day.

An estranged friend calls her for help, she sets aside her own troubles in order to help her friend. Aided by her quirky friends, the Firecrackers, and her daughter, a has-been Hollywood star, Anna goes on this mission to learn the truth. Every clue that she finds points toward the boy until she too starts doubting his innocence.

Can she solve this murder mystery and track down the actual murderer before time runs out? Meanwhile, the former chief of police becomes a rather surprising ally in her quest to exonerate herself.

For fans of cozy mysteries featuring fearless heroines, small beach towns, yummy food, and a dash of romance, you’ll love the “Dolphin Bay” series.

This is a fast paced read with characters which show the ties that build through the ages and add a depth and warmth to the story.

“Sail Away Patsy” is the first novel in the “Meg Butler Cruise Ship Cozy Mystery” series and was released in 2023. This is the first in a light hearted cruise ship cozy mystery series featuring a twenty-something amateur sleuth. One that speaks before she thinks and can be just a little too smug at moments. Get ready to sail through some uncharted waters with Meg Butler.

Meg Butler, a starry eyed intern, boards the Silver Queen heading for Alaska on a cruise. This is a summer job that is only the first step in realizing her dreams of visiting thirty countries before turning thirty. She quickly learns that life on board is not some walk in the park. While she falls prey to on prank after another, she realizes that there’s this sinister plot afoot to discredit her.

This passenger from her tour group dies during the night, she wonders if there’s foul play involved. However the doctor that knew the man is certain his death was natural. Plagued by one mishap after another, Meg keeps her ears and eyes open, attempting to figure out if anybody wanted to harm this dead guy.

Can Meg prove her worth, solve this murder, and win the coveted internship prize?