Meg arrived in Hood River to cover the prestigious King of the Hook windsurfing competition for her magazine, hoping for a straightforward assignment involving sun, sand, and spectacular stunts. Instead, she finds herself struggling to stay afloat during a surf lesson when she discovers the lifeless body of a superstar windsurfer.

With the competition in chaos and the small town buzzing with rumors, Meg can’t resist investigating what really happened on the water that morning. Between dodging heat exhaustion, navigating romantic confusion with her best friend Matt, and uncovering long-buried grudges in the tight-knit surfing community, she realizes that beneath Hood River’s laid-back exterior lurk some seriously dangerous currents.

But with a murderer still on the loose, she’ll need a healthy dose of determination, a strong mocha, and her trusty reporter’s instincts to survive this story.

This delightful cozy story combines small-town charm with pulse-pounding suspense, perfect for readers who love their mysteries served with a side of outdoor adventure and a dash of romance. For fans of Tonya Kappes, Ellery Adams, and Lauren Elliott.

A Body at the Beach was previously published as Silenced in the Surf.

Readers love reporter Meg Reed:

“A fun and entertaining series… I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“The best one yet. I enjoyed everything about this book: the characters, the descriptions, the mystery, the suspense and the humor. I would highly recommend this book (and series) to any cozy lover.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A truly enjoyable read.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“From her first book I was hooked!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Perfect vacation read… the perfect amount of mystery and escape… I look forward to her next adventure!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Always engaging… wonderful scenery and plenty of excitement. Characters are oozing with chemistry.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Wonderful book. I love the storyline and it’s a fun, clean read. I can’t wait for the next one!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

About the Author

Ellie Alexander is the bestselling author of more than forty cozy mystery novels. Her books have been translated into Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Japanese, reaching readers worldwide. She is the founder of the annual Ashland Mystery Festival and a frequent guest at library programs and author events throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond, including the popular Northwest Authors series and independent bookshops across the region. A proud Pacific Northwest native, Alexander now lives in Sunnyvale, California.

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