Pepper Martin Mysteries Books In Order

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Publication Order of Pepper Martin Books

If you are an admirer of a good old mystery, you will surely love Pepper Martin. She is the main character in Casey Daniels’ paranormal mystery series. She has been described as a beautiful, smart, and chic lady. The series portrays Pepper Martin as a rich kid with no need to work, living off her dad’s (a surgeon) and fiancé’s wealth. Until one day, her dad was convicted of fraud, and her fiancé ran away, abandoning her.

Pepper tries to get a hold of her situation by working at the only job she could find: a tour guide at a cemetery. Things seem fine for a while until one day, in a freakish turn of events, she hits her head on a headstone. Afterward, Pepper discovers that the accident has left her with the ability to communicate with the dead! She wakes up to hear voices—not from the dark, but from the dead. Even in her wildest dreams, she never imagined that she would be able to see the deceased.

Her life takes a dramatic turn as she begins talking with the dead, who have their own demands from her. Read these books to experience how a once-rich girl with a luxurious lifestyle becomes a medium/psychic solving mysteries to help the dead. Join her in a series of quests to help the deceased and lay them to rest for good.

Here is a brief overview of each part:

(#1) Don of the Dead
This is the first book in the paranormal mystery series featuring Pepper Martin. It details her perfect and posh life before the bizarre accident. As you read through this book, you’ll witness Pepper’s transformation—from a once-unemployed girl to someone forced to work while dealing with the heartbreak of her fiancé’s abandonment. Her first ghost is a Mafia don, Gus Scarpetti, who joins her tour group one day. Pepper thinks she is losing it since Gus was gunned down years ago. What does Gus want from Pepper? Will she be able to fulfill his wishes? If not, what will happen to her? Find out in this exciting, nerve-thrilling book.

(#2) The Chick and the Dead
Pepper craves peace and quiet, but her newfound ability makes that harder to achieve. The ghosts never shut up, and it’s driving her crazy. This time, she’s approached by the ghost of a deceased writer, Didi Bowman. This poodle skirt-wearing ghost demands justice, claiming her sister Merilee stole her book and took all the credit. Pepper, needing to earn some money, takes a job as Merilee’s assistant. While on the job, she decides to snoop around and dig into their family history. What will she find? Will she be able to bring justice for Didi? Read this novel to join Pepper in yet another adventure, including her back-and-forth romantic ventures.

(#3) Tombs of Endearment
Pepper finds herself face-to-face with an old rock legend, Damon Curtis, who died before she was even born. Initially, she is charmed by his boyish good looks and moving lyrics, but Damon wants her help capturing his murderer. He blames his former bandmate, Vinnie Pallucci, for his death and wants him to pay. How will Pepper help this rock star? Will she be able to gather enough evidence against Vinnie? Find out in this thrilling plot filled with unexpected twists and turns!

(#4) Night of the Loving Dead
Life is getting boring for Pepper. Her paranormal adventures have made her social and professional life dull. As she faces boredom daily, Pepper meets an apparition named Madeline, who used to work with Dr. Dan Callahan, a man whose life is now in danger. Pepper is forced to help because Dr. Dan once saved her life. Read this book, which features a romantic plot filled with suspense and the ugliness of obsessive love twisting fates.

(#5) Dead Man Talking
Pepper is now a well-experienced paranormal mystery detective. This time, she must help with the restoration of the cemetery where she works. But there’s a twist—the cemetery’s owner decides to turn the restoration into a reality TV show called Cemetery Survivors, with contestants competing to restore the cemetery. To add even more twists, the ghost of a convict, Jefferson Lamar, appears, demanding Pepper help clear his name. He was convicted of a girl’s murder. Pepper hesitates, fearing this may be her final case!

(#6) Tomb with a View
Pepper is asked to assist with organizing a commemoration for President James A. Garfield. She is partnered with the annoying Garfield fanatic, Marjorie Klinker. Pepper dislikes this partnership and even wishes Marjorie were dead. Soon enough, someone kills Marjorie, leaving everyone in shock. Join Pepper in her mission to uncover the secrets behind Marjorie’s death and her gripping interaction with the former president!

(#7) A Hard Day’s Fright
In this book, Pepper uncovers secrets from the golden era of The Beatles. In 1966, a young girl named Lucy attended a Beatles concert, kissed Paul at the end, and then left for home. The mystery is, why did she never make it home? What happened along the way? Find your answers as Pepper, the tour guide and accidental PI, searches for clues to this decades-old mystery.

(#8) Wild Wild Death
Pepper is broke and jobless, with a persistent case of talking ghosts. This book follows Pepper’s journey to New Mexico to help her kidnapped friend, Dan. She is accompanied by the ghost of a Native American excited to visit the land of his ancestors. Pepper is attacked as she uncovers the trail of a clever murderer. Read this suspenseful story filled with living and dead characters!

(#9) Supernatural Born Killers
Pepper’s life takes a huge leap forward as she gets her old job back, now with a promotion. She is the new relations manager of the cemetery. She is busy planning an annual party and seeking new sponsors. However, her problems increase when a murdered ghost begins causing havoc, leaving a trail of bodies. To her surprise, the ghost is her cop-boyfriend Quinn’s ex-partner, Jack Haggarty. When she rushes to Quinn for help, he refuses to acknowledge her ability to talk to the dead. Bodies are piling up as Pepper tries to convince her boyfriend that she’s not a fraud.

The Character of Pepper
Author Casey Daniels has successfully portrayed Pepper Martin as a cute, sharp, and smart character. Through the books, you can observe Pepper’s transformation. Rising from the ashes of a rich kid dependent on her father and fiancé, Pepper becomes a self-reliant woman with the courage to take risks. She leaves no stone unturned in her quest for answers. The plot masterfully blends paranormal elements with suspense, drama, thriller, and occasional romance. As Pepper fights life’s battles and faces her demons, she is the perfect character for this genre. Readers can easily relate to Pepper, which makes this series so captivating.

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One Response to “Pepper Martin Mysteries”

1. Wendy Singh: 2 years ago

   I had a hard time getting through the first two chapters of the first book, not anything to do with the writing or the story it was just me getting into the book without interruptions… I am on the third book and love Pepper and the series she’s a hoot who’s character has grown and become even more sassier…Love the characters and the stories in each book.. what a great story teller you are.

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