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Tourist Trap Mysteries Books In Order

Publication order of tourist trap mysteries books.

The A Tourist Trap Mystery series is among the best of mystery and crime thriller series written by popular American author Lynn Cahoon. While Cahoon has mainly been known to write in the science fiction and romance genres, she is just as good if not better in writing a crime thrillers. The Tourist Trap Mysteries has 9 books, the first of which was published in 2014. The main character in the 9 works is Jill Gardner, the owner of a small Book and Coffee shop in South Cove a residential tourist town in California. In her first appearance, we see her as a local coffee shop owner who just cannot seem to keep her nose out of the troubles and complications in her little tourist city. Over the course of the novel, her nosy can’t keep out of people’s business attitude sees her get involved in a lot of murders as an amateur detective, seeking absolution or justice for herself, associates and her friends implicated in murders. One of the very important characters in the novels is Detective Greg King, who starts out as Jill Gardner’s love interest and ends up as her boyfriend, lover, and unofficial detective partner. Her passion for finding her and solving frequently make her a target for the psychotic criminals, which from time to time puts her under suspicion even from her detective boyfriend.

As the most popular of Lynn Cahoon’s novels, the Tourist Trap mystery series has fans all across the world. The first novel in the series, Guidebook to Murder was so popular among audiences in the US and Europe that it went on to win several awards after its publication. What made the series so popular is that it takes elements from different genres to form the explosive narratives of the Tourist Trap Mysteries. An accomplished romance novel writer, she takes the features of the romance novel by introducing a handsome Detective Greg, to the murder, and politics of a crime mystery in the making of a cozy murder mystery series. The first novel of the series came out in 2014 and introduced a new kind of novel into the public domain – the Cozy Mystery. Becoming an almost instantaneous success, the novel was the winner of the 2015 Reader’s Crown Prize as the year’s Best Mystery Fiction. Given that the author has been publishing one book in the series each year since the first came out in 2014, it is highly likely that she will continue doing so for the foreseeable future. Lynn says that publishing a new novel in the series is like going back home to South Cove, which is why she likes publishing one every year.

Jill Gardner has one of the weirdest descriptions that one could have for the chief protagonist of a mystery novel. Lynn Cahoon describes her as a down to earth, but nosy neighbor that just cannot seem to stay away from mysteries in her hometown – particularly murder mysteries, which always seem to find her. She is the owner and operator of a small coffee shop known as Coffee, Books, and More. While initially single, she has a huge crush on Greg King a dashing detective and part time barista, who later becomes her sleuthing partner. Jill Gardner is a tenacious and surprisingly passionate amateur detective that just cannot seem to stop once she sets her mind to solve a mystery. Despite her family, her boyfriend, associates, and even her targets repeatedly warning her off when she took on huge risks, all she cares about is her cause for justice and solving her puzzles. The series draws us into the murky world of political rivalry, murder, romance, and corruption, which provide for some knife-edge tension and thrill, which only the cozy mysteries of Lynn Cahoon can provide.

The first novel in the A Tourist Trap Mystery series introduces Jill Gardner an employee of the Chamber of Commerce and owner of a coffee shop in South Cove, California. Miss Emily an elderly friend of hers turns up dead soon after getting a threatening letter from the city council. Jill suspects something fishy. She soon finds that she is the heir of Miss Emily’s estate and that her friend had been murdered as she had suspected. She now has to keep the city from destroying her new home and try to solve a murder while trying to tone down her feelings for the handsome Detective Greg King who might also be a married man. Cahoon does a good job of making Jill central to the investigation by making her friends with Greg King rather than try to convince us of her rookie talents. The Minor characters and subplots that, Lynn introduces are likable and for the most part interesting, dovetailing nicely into the main plot of the novel. It is a fun and entertaining mystery, particularly since the murderer remained a surprise right to the end of the book, which is not something you will find in many cozy mysteries.

The second novel of the Tourist Trap Mystery series is Mission to Murder. In this novel, Jill Gardner is on a mission to get the stonewall of her home declared part of an historic mission that had been resident in the area a few decades back. Expecting a lot of opposition from a bureaucrat that did not like to split the tourism budget, she is shocked when he turns up dead. She is now the main suspect in the murder having publicly threatened him publicly a few hours before. It is now up to her detective boyfriend to find the murderer or evidence to clear her name. Lynn Cahoon has really upped her game with this one, with great communication between Jill and Greg, and a well-paced mystery. Jill is more involved with the bookstore and the banter about running the bookstore makes for some good reading. Having two aspects to the mystery – the documentation of the stonewall and the murder mystery make for a very good balance of the less serious and the daily happenings at the bookstore and library. Overall, this interesting and fun read with interesting subplots and characters will leave you wanting more.

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I LOVE this series, I loved the first series as well with her trusty poodle helping to solve her mysteries but Jill takes the cake along with her partner Greg and girlfriend. Dont stop this series ever, please. It is hard waiting for a new book as I read them so fast.

I love the Tourist Trap Mystery series. I couldn’t put the book down until the end. I love the characters and the small town. You feel like you know these characters as friends in your own town. I am so eager to read the next book PICTURE PERFECT FRAME in March 2022.

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Lynn Cahoon

New york times & usa today  best selling author, tourist trap series.

“Murder, dirty politics, pirate lore, and a hot police detective: Guidebook to Murder has it all! A cozy lover’s dream come true.”

–Susan McBride, author of The Debutante Dropout Mysteries

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In the coastal town of South Cove, June is tourist season—and wedding season. Unfortunately, Jill Gardner’s own wedding has been delayed. But that just gives her more time to search for a missing bride—and a killer . . .

Things are looking up for the owner of Coffee, Books, and More—Jill’s finally getting her MBA, and though her wedding to police detective Greg is postponed a few months, she still has plenty to celebrate. A girls’ weekend in Santa Barbara is just the ticket. But back in South Cove, someone else’s big day has become a big problem. Antiques dealer Josh Thomas and Mandy Jensen were planning a small private ceremony under an olive tree on the historic Jensen farm—until Mandy went missing . . .

Is this a case of a runaway bride—or a guilty groom? Greg zeroes in on Josh but finds him so annoying that he quietly asks Jill’s help in keeping his number-one suspect distracted. She knows that Josh is searching for something else besides his fiancée—a bank robber’s buried gold bullion. And when the professor he’d been discussing it with turns up dead, she can’t help wondering if what looked like cold feet was actually cold-blooded murder . . .

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The Tourist Attraction by Sarah Morgenthaler | Book Review

Posted February 27, 2020 by Jana in Adult Fiction , Book Review / 3 Comments

When Graham Barnett named his diner The Tourist Trap, he meant it as a joke. Now he's stuck slinging reindeer dogs to an endless string of resort visitors who couldn't interest him less. Not even the sweet, enthusiastic tourist in the corner who blushes every time he looks her way… Two weeks in Alaska isn't just the top item on Zoey Caldwell's bucket list. It's the whole bucket. One look at the mountain town of Moose Springs and she's smitten. But when an act of kindness brings Zoey into Graham's world, she may just find there's more to the man than meets the eye…and more to love in Moose Springs than just the Alaskan wilderness.

ALERT! ALERT! New favorite book! I love Alaska, and was so excited when I saw that this rom-com with the cutest cover ever takes place there! I’ve really been gobbling up rom-com books lately. They’re so much fun and allow me to escape with sweet characters. The Tourist Attraction did just that for me. As always, my main points are bolded.

1. Moose Springs is the quaintest, cutest little town. I love that Sarah Morgenthaler was able to keep those cute town vibes while also allowing us to spend time at an exclusive resort that the locals (aka Graham) refer to as “the big house”. Yeah… the locals don’t like the resort at all. They feel it’s ruining their small town and driving business away, not to mention bringing in tons of unwanted tourists and destroying the natural beauty of Moose Springs. I tend to agree with them. I’d be much happier of the resort was a bunch of cute little bare bones cabins (Alaska has my heart and I want it to stay as wild and untouched by consumerism as possible), but we never would have met Zoey and Lana if they were!

2. Zoey, our heroine, has been saving up for YEARS to visit Alaska. When the opportunity arises in the form of crashing on her rich friend Lana’s couch in her luxury suite while she’s there on business, Zoey can not pass it up. She lives a very simple life and doesn’t get around much, which I loved. It makes her all the more excited when she arrives and sees what Alaska has to offer. She’s got everything planned out to the dollar, and carries all of those dollars around in her sparkly green frog coin purse. She’s kind of awkward, glasses slipping down her nose a million times a day, and quirky in a very endearing way. Adorkable, really. I loved her. She’s so relatable and down-to-earth. She is easily excited and wears her heart on her sleeve. She’s also got a good head on her shoulders and a spunky personality that really shines through when she’s pushing back against someone who has done her wrong. She won’t take crap from anyone, but is also emotional and feels a lot of things. I really saw a lot of myself in her.

3. Graham opens a greasy spoon diner called “The Tourist Trap” as a joke, but this place has become a right of passage for anyone who visits. It’s even in the guide books. People line up before the place opens, and insist on experiencing it even though it’s notorious for having the worst service ever. Graham is known for kicking everyone out at a moment’s notice because he’s just tired of the noise or the people or wants to go home. He’s known for not opening on time (or at all) because he’s got better things to do. But the people still come! It was so fun to read about how things at the diner work, and what Graham thinks about it all.

4. Zoey and Graham get off to a bit of a rocky start. I’m not even kidding. I won’t spoil it for you, but I will say that it lands the both of them in jail. Hysterical. Graham is a rugged, sarcastic, grumpy, surly, blunt artist who just so happens to own a diner and is in a pretty serious relationship with a moose that likes to lick windows and loves the smell of fresh baked bread. When he’s not at the diner, he’s carving wood pieces with a chainsaw in his shipping container out back. If I didn’t know this book took place in Alaska, I’d think Graham was a cowboy. He’s got that smooth cowboy swag and calls Zoey “Darlin'”. He’s got a very laid back attitude, but will turn into a grizzly bear if you hurt him or anyone he cares about. He’s kind of the town troublemaker, but not even close to a bad boy even though I think he secretly hopes that’s what people see him as. He loves his moose and his sweet blind dog named Jack, and he hates tourists. Well, except Zoey. He will do anything for Zoey, including making a fool of himself and bringing her the biggest cinnamon rolls known to man.

5. I love all the banter between Graham and Zoey. They flirt and joke, but they also talk about deeper things that mean a lot to them. They’ve shared pain over what they’ve gone through. They’re there for each other, and I felt like their relationship was very sweet and meaningful for the short amount of time they’ve known each other.

6. I loved the locals, and had so much fun getting to know them. If you’ve ever seen Northern Exposure, I got those kinds of vibes from some of the people. Easton in particular is amazing.

7. There are narwhals in this book. NARWHALS. And whales. WHALES.

8. The Tourist Attraction is so funny! I loved everything, from the locals vs. the big house shenanigans, to the run-in with a whale, to the moose that’s left footprints on Graham’s heart and dents in his truck, to the silly touristy things Graham does with Zoey because he’ll do anything for her, to the hangovers and the jail debacle. There’s so much to love here.

Sarah Morgenthaler has done a wonderful job writing a rom-com that has so much depth and heart. I was swooning and laughing my way through it. A charming, sparkling debut. I’ve been forcing everyone I know to either read or pre-order this book, and I’ve already pre-ordered the paperback of the next book in this series! It’s a Christmas book called Mistletoe and Mr. Right , and it comes out in October 2020. This time Lana, Zoey’s best friend, will have her shot at romance. From the sounds of it, it’s going to be just as a wonderful as The Tourist Attraction . I can’t wait!

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Sounds cute, thanks for sharing your thoughts

This sounds like something I would love. I went to Alaska once, and thought it was beautiful, so going back via this book is a welcomed treat. The couple sounds fantastic, and I anticipate a lot of laughter.

How did I not know about this book? Adding it to my TBR pronto! It sounds like something I’d love. :)

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In the gentle coastal town of South Cove, California, all Jill Gardner wants is to keep her store - Coffee, Books, and More - open and running. So why is she caught up in the business of murder?

When Jill's elderly friend Miss Emily calls in a fit of pique, she already knows that the city council is trying to force Emily to sell her dilapidated old house. But Emily's gumption goes for naught when she dies unexpectedly and leaves the house to Jill, along with all of her problems...and her enemies. Convinced that her friend was murdered, Jill is finding the list of suspects longer than the list of repairs needed on the house. But Jill is determined to uncover the culprit - especially if it gets her closer to South Cove's finest, Detective Greg King. The problem is, the killer knows that she's on the case - and is determined to close the book on Jill permanently.

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Guidebook to Murder

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 1
• By: Lynn Cahoon
• Narrated by: Susan Boyce
• Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins
• Overall 4 out of 5 stars 1,704
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,544
• Story 4 out of 5 stars 1,540

In the gentle coastal town of South Cove, California, all Jill Gardner wants is to keep her store - Coffee, Books, and More - open and running. So why is she caught up in the business of murder? When Jill's elderly friend Miss Emily calls in a fit of pique, she already knows that the city council is trying to force Emily to sell her dilapidated old house. But Emily's gumption goes for naught when she dies unexpectedly and leaves the house to Jill, along with all of her problems...and her enemies.

• 3 out of 5 stars

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• By AJ on 03-25-15
• Release date: 09-22-14
• Language: English
• 4 out of 5 stars 1,704 ratings

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Mission to Murder

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 2
• Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 763
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 683
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 683

Jill Gardner, proprietor of Coffee, Books, and More, has discovered that the old stone wall on her property might be a centuries-old mission worthy of being declared a landmark. But Craig Morgan, the obnoxious owner of South Cove's most popular tourist spot, The Castle, makes it his business to contest her claim. When Morgan is found murdered at The Castle shortly after a heated argument with Jill, even her detective boyfriend has to ask her for an alibi. Jill decides that she must find the real murderer to clear her name.

• 5 out of 5 stars

Light and fun murder thriller

• By Wayne on 06-24-16
• Release date: 10-13-14
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 763 ratings

If the Shoe Kills

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 3
• Length: 7 hrs and 42 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 578
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 516
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 514

As owner of Coffee, Books, and More, Jill Gardner looks forward to the hustle and bustle of holiday shoppers. But when the mayor ropes her into being the liaison for a new work program, 'tis the season to be wary. Local businesses are afraid that the interns will be delinquents, punks, or worse. For Jill, nothing's worse than Ted Hendricks - the jerk who runs the program. After a few run-ins, Jill's ready to kill the guy. That, however, turns out to be unnecessary when she finds Ted in his car - dead as a doornail.

• 4 out of 5 stars

Chick lit or mystery?

• By Wayne on 03-11-16
• Release date: 11-10-14
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 578 ratings

Dressed to Kill

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 4
• Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 476
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 428
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 431

Jill Gardner, the owner of Coffee, Books, and More, has been suckered into playing a '20s flapper in murder/dinner theater. Though it is for charity.... Of course everyone is expecting a "dead" body at the dress rehearsal...but this one isn't acting! It turns out the main suspect is the late actor's conniving girlfriend, Sherry...who also happens to be the ex-wife of Jill's main squeeze. Sherry is definitely a master manipulator...but is she a killer? Jill may discover the truth only when the curtain comes up on the final act...and by then it may be far too late.

Name and accent changes

• By Jessawampak on 01-27-23
• Release date: 07-21-15
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 476 ratings

Rockets' Dead Glare

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 4.5
• Length: 2 hrs and 8 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 254
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 232
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 232

South Cove's local businesses are up in arms after volunteer fire chief Barry Gleason threatens to shut down anyone who doesn't comply with the fire code. But when Barry schedules a training burn in an old abandoned barn, he is the only one who doesn't come out alive. Jill Gardner - owner of Coffee, Books, and More - smells murder in the ashes. She'll have to work quickly to nab a killer with a short fuse - or else everyone's holiday will end with a fizzle.

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• By Lisa H. Lee on 08-15-23
• Release date: 06-05-18
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 254 ratings

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• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 5
• Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 399
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 368
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 367

Jill Gardner - owner of Coffee, Books, and More - has somehow been talked into sponsoring a 5k race along the beautiful California coast. The race is a fundraiser for the local preservation society - but not everyone is feeling so charitable.

• By Lynnelle on 06-15-21
• Release date: 08-18-15
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 399 ratings

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A Deadly Brew

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 5.25
• Length: 2 hrs and 14 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 236
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 211
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 212

The house has sat empty for 15 years, taking up prime real estate along the picturesque coastline. Built by one of the founders of South Cove, its last known owner, Maryanne Demerit, vanished without a trace. Now her home will be demolished for a condo development, but until then, it's the perfect spot for a Halloween haunted house. Jill Gardner, her boyfriend, and three other couples are spending the weekend in the Demerit home. But what begins as an all-in-good-fun fright fest turns into a mystery begging to be solved as Jill is contacted by the ghost of Maryanne.

Halloween Lock In

• By Carolyn G. Manuel on 08-31-22
• Release date: 10-16-18
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 236 ratings

Santa Puppy

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 5.5
• Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 213
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 190
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 190

Jill Gardner has volunteered her Coffee, Books, and More to host a Christmas adopt-a-pet party. Among the potential forever friends is a male terrier named Baby, whose owner died of a heart attack. With few clues to go on, even finding the name of Baby's human is a daunting task. But there's no challenge too big for Jill this holiday season. Playing Santa's Little Helper, Jill is determined to find out what happened - and to fulfill a long-time coming Christmas wish.

Cute holiday tail a wagging

• By LOYL-00 on 12-09-18
• Release date: 11-06-18
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 213 ratings

Murder on Wheels

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 6
• Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 380
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 339
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 339

The food truck craze has reached the charming coastal town of South Cove, California, but before Jill Gardner - owner of Coffee, Books, and More - can sample the eats, she has to shift gears and put the brakes on a killer.... Now that Kacey Austin has got her new gluten-free dessert truck up and running, there's no curbing her enthusiasm - not even when someone vandalizes the vehicle and steals her recipes.

Pretty Good

• By Beatrice on 03-21-16
• Release date: 03-08-16
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 380 ratings

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Corned Beef and Casualties

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 6.25
• Length: 1 hr and 57 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 203
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 184
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 183

South Cove, California, is celebrating St. Patrick's Day - and there's going to be a parade of suspects... Jill Gardner's store, Coffee, Books, and More, is raking in the green as her little coastal town holds a big festival for St. Patrick's Day. But the locals aren't exactly feeling the luck of the Irish, thanks to the rowdy behavior of some of the tourists who are pouring in. Then a woman who just visited Jill's shop is found dead near the shore. The fireworks display on the beach may have already happened, but the real fireworks have just begun....

inconsistent

• By No on 03-18-24
• Release date: 02-05-19
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 203 ratings

Mother's Day Mayhem

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 6.5
• Length: 2 hrs and 6 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 178
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 161
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 161

Jill Gardner, owner of Coffee, Books, and More is almost out of Mother's Day cards. She has a few more in stock, but she's set them aside because she needs Greg's help choosing one for his mother. It'll be Jill's first time meeting her boyfriend's mother, and she's understandably nervous. Turns out Jill isn't the only one having feelings about mothers. Kyle, who works at the antiques store next door, needs to find the perfect card for a mother he hasn't seen since he was five - when she went away to jail.

• By Daisies in Paradise on 04-19-24
• Release date: 04-02-19
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 178 ratings

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Teacups and Carnage

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 7
• Length: 7 hrs and 2 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 414
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 373
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 373

The quaint coastal town of South Cove, California, is all abuzz about the opening of a new specialty shop, Tea Hee. But as Coffee, Books, and More owner Jill Gardner is about to find out, there's nothing cozy about murder. Shop owner Kathi Corbin says she came to South Cove to get away from her estranged family. But is she telling the truth? And did a sinister someone from her past follow her to South Cove?

not quite a mystery...?

• By Dianne D. on 09-07-23
• Release date: 12-27-15
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 414 ratings

A Very Mummy Holiday

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 7.25
• Length: 2 hrs and 12 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 117
• Performance 5 out of 5 stars 105
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 105

The rented house was supposed to be a relaxing getaway. But Jill and her companions feel a sense of danger instead. First, they learn that their hosts' son had a fiancee, but her disappearance remains unexplained - and then they meet some menacing members of a local trail-riding club. When one of Jill and Greg's friends finds human remains amid the dunes - with a diamond ring around one mummified finger - things start heating up fast, and they'll be thankful just to survive through the long weekend....

Another fun listen

• By emmapmolly on 09-10-23
• Release date: 02-18-20
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 117 ratings

Hospitality and Homicide

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 8
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 352
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 314
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 309

Mystery author Nathan Pike checked into South Cove Bed & Breakfast to compose a compelling novel, not commit murder. But things get real when a rival B & B owner ends up exactly like the victim in his draft - undeniably dead. As Nathan prepares to complete his magnum opus behind bars, Jill's the only one who can prove his innocence and deconstruct the plot of a twisted killer.

• 2 out of 5 stars
• By Beatrice on 07-10-17
• Release date: 05-16-17
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 352 ratings

Killer Party

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 9
• Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 347
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 307
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 307

After a few months of living with her boyfriend, Greg, Jill Gardner is still getting used to sharing such close quarters, but she's got no hesitation about joining him for a weekend at South Cove's most luxurious resort. While Greg and his college pals celebrate their buddy's upcoming wedding, Jill intends to pamper herself in style. But when the groom is found floating facedown in the pool, Jill must find the killer fast, or she might not have a boyfriend to come home to anymore....

Love these books

• By kammi on 02-08-24
• Release date: 07-18-17
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 347 ratings

Memories and Murder

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 10
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 284
• Performance 4.5 out of 5 stars 253
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 251

When Jill hosts a talk at Coffee, Books, and More on the topic of elder abuse, all that's really on her mind is lunch. But the topic hits close to home when she discovers Aunt Jackie has been getting mysterious calls. Jill's certain the caller is a con artist, of course, but her feisty aunt claims to understand this, though she's still shaken-and Harrold's still heartbroken. Who's behind the scam and why was her aunt targeted? When a volunteer from the Senior Project is found murdered, Jill's detective boyfriend is on the case - and it soon becomes clear no one is safe.

• By Beatrice on 11-29-19
• Release date: 11-26-19
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 284 ratings

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Murder in Waiting

• Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 11
• Length: 7 hrs and 4 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 200
• Performance 5 out of 5 stars 184
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 184

At Coffee, Books, & More, Jill's the boss. But as Amy's maid-of-honor, she can barely keep up with marching orders - and now she's in charge of organizing an epic bachelorette! Adding to Jill's party-planning panic, the South Cove Heritage Society just unceremoniously dumped her historic landmark bid. While vying proposals rush in from a loaded land developer and a pushy travel guide company, Jill finds an unexpected ally in Heritage Society expert, Frank Gleason.

Book 11--the plot thickens- 5/5

• By LOYL-00 on 09-13-20
• Release date: 06-30-20
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 200 ratings

Picture Perfect Frame

• A Tourist Trap Mystery, Book 12
• Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 175
• Performance 5 out of 5 stars 161

As the owner of Coffee, Books, and More, Jill Gardner likes to support other Main Street businesses, so she attends a paint-and-sip event where, sadly, her brushstrokes look more like blobs. It's still fun, though - aside from some disruption by a couple doing more sipping than painting. Jill's police-detective boyfriend is on alert, but a designated driver volunteers to take the drunken pair back to their bed and breakfast, and everything seems resolved. Until the wife's body turns up the next morning back in the studio.

Disappointingly underwhelming

• By Me on 04-26-24
• Release date: 03-16-21
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 175 ratings

Wedding Bell Blues

• A Tourist Trap Mystery, Book 13
• Length: 7 hrs and 12 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 149
• Performance 5 out of 5 stars 139
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 139

Jill couldn't love Police Chief Greg King more - so why does that engagement ring still feel funny on her finger? At least she'll have a chance to show it off this Saturday at their engagement party. Just in time for the event, a new dress shop has opened in town, Exquisite Gowns for You, specializing in designer wedding gowns and other custom-fit dresses. But Jill's excitement turns to shock when she comes by to pick up her dress for the party and discovers a dead body in the shop.

Engagement Party

• By Carolyn G. Manuel on 09-08-22
• Release date: 03-29-22
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 149 ratings

A Vacation to Die For

• A Tourist Trap Mystery, Book 14
• Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins
• Overall 4.5 out of 5 stars 126
• Performance 5 out of 5 stars 119
• Story 4.5 out of 5 stars 118

Hustling her fiance off to a neighboring tourist town might be the only way Jill Gardner can plan her nuptials to South Cove's in-demand police detective. But when a mystery man turns up dead at South Cove's PD, Greg is hightailing it back home to investigate, leaving Jill to finish the vacation solo. Jill can barely get in a spa day before her own respite is spoiled by a greedy hotel guest and unexpected revelations about Max Winter, the developer conniving to buy her home out from under her.

Gregg is to hot and cold for me

• By Anonymous User on 04-03-24
• Release date: 09-27-22
• 4.5 out of 5 stars 126 ratings
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Tourist Trap Mysteries Books in Order (21 Book Series)

Tourist Trap Mysteries is a series of 21 books written by Lynn Cahoon. Here, you can see them all in order! (plus the year each book was published)

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• Tourist Trap Mysteries Books in Order

Guidebook to Murder

Tourist trap mysteries, book 1.

Lynn Cahoon

Mission to Murder

Tourist trap mysteries, book 2.

If the Shoe Kills

Tourist trap mysteries, book 3.

Dressed to Kill

Tourist trap mysteries, book 4.

Tourist Trap Mysteries, Book 5

Murder on Wheels

Tourist trap mysteries, book 6.

Tea Cups and Carnage

Tourist trap mysteries, book 7.

Hospitality and Homicide

Tourist trap mysteries, book 8.

Killer Party

Tourist trap mysteries, book 9.

Rockets' Dead Glare

Tourist trap mysteries, book 10.

A Deadly Brew

Tourist trap mysteries, book 11.

Santa Puppy

Tourist trap mysteries, book 12.

Corned Beef and Casualties

Tourist trap mysteries, book 13.

Mother's Day Mayhem

Tourist trap mysteries, book 14.

Memories and Murder

Tourist trap mysteries, book 15.

Dying to Celebrate

Tourist trap mysteries, book 16.

Murder in Waiting

Tourist trap mysteries, book 17.

A Stocking Full of Murder

Tourist trap mysteries, book 18.

Picture Perfect Frame

Tourist trap mysteries, book 19.

Wedding Bell Blues

Tourist trap mysteries, book 20.

A Vacation to Die For

Tourist trap mysteries, book 21, who is the author of tourist trap mysteries series.

Navigating the literary seas of the Tourist Trap Mysteries series is Lynn Cahoon. This author, whether a rising star or a seasoned veteran, has crafted the pages that whisk readers away on this series' journey. Their background, style, and influences often shine through in their writing, making each book a unique experience. Fans of the series might find it intriguing to delve into other works by {author name} to see how their writing has evolved or how different themes are explored across their body of work.

How many Tourist Trap Mysteries books are there?

To answer a question as vital as the number of coffee cups consumed while reading, there are exactly 21 books in the Tourist Trap Mysteries series. Each book represents a chapter in the broader narrative, introducing new twists, turns, and perhaps the occasional talking dragon (disclaimer: dragons depend on the genre). The series might take you on a rollercoaster of emotions or provide a steady companion on lazy Sunday afternoons. Remember, the journey through a book series is not just about reaching the end but also about the memories created along the way.

In what order should I read these books?

The first page of this saga was turned in 2014, and the ink dried on the latest page in 2022. While each book might be a world in itself, reading them in the order they were published helps maintain the storyline's natural progression. Think of it like baking a cake; you could add the ingredients in any order, but following the recipe usually results in a tastier treat. Of course, for the adventurous souls, mixing up the order might offer a new perspective – just be prepared for unexpected plot revelations!

Where can I find more information about each book?

Each book in the Tourist Trap Mysteries series comes with its own little treasure trove of information, nestled snugly above the "View on Amazon" button. Here, you'll discover not just the publication year, which is essential for understanding the context and evolution of the series, but also a succinct summary that teases the story without spoiling any surprises. It's the perfect spot for readers to get a glimpse of what lies within the pages, helping them decide which book to dive into next. Additionally, we occasionally include insights into the writing process, thematic elements, or how each book fits into the larger tapestry of the series.

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Order of Lynn Cahoon Books

Lynn Cahoon made her debut as a published author in 2012 with the novel The Bull Rider’s Brother . Below is a list of Lynn Cahoon’s books in order of when they were first released:

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Lynn Cahoon Synopsis: Marriage Not Included is a standalone contemporary romance title by Lynn Cahoon. Lauren is going back to school, this time not as a fun-loving coed but to achieve her dream of turning the family farm into Idaho’s first Heritage Seed Center. Selling organic produce at the local farmers market, she meets Miles. After an unexpected act of kindness toward her daughter, Lauren agrees to go on one date. As a VP and heir apparent to HN Seeds, the family business, Miles unknowingly holds the future of Lauren’s farm in his hands. Lauren’s looking for anything but a romance. She’s got too much on her plate to risk the distraction. But he plays the one card Lauren can’t resist, family. Miles needs Lauren and her daughter to feel comfortable. And Lauren needs Miles and his large extended family more than she knows. But can she forgive the one betrayal that would ruin all of her plans for the future? When an organic farming activist meets the heir apparent for the corporate farm that’s buying up the small farmers all around her, she only agrees to one date to thank him for a kindness to her daughter. Will she be able to stand firm when he offers her the world, in exchange for selling the only home they’ve ever had?

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Just discovered Lynns books,,loving the Tourist Trap series…& plan on reading all the others. Thank you

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When you’re planning the perfect vacation, you don’t want to spend your time or money on a tourist trap that disappoints. To help you avoid a case of destination letdown, we turned to the treasure trove of data found in online reviews that can help savvy travelers make the most of their vacation planning.

In July 2023, we analyzed 23.2 million Google reviews of the 500 most popular tourist attractions in the world, spanning 65 countries in six continents. For each attraction, we asked a simple question: How frequently do the reviews mention the terms “tourist trap,” “overrated” or “expensive”?

We compared attractions to one another by measuring the relative frequency of these mentions, dividing the number of mentions in each case by the total number of reviews for that attraction. We break down our findings, so you are armed with the information you need before planning to visit a popular tourist destination, and offer tips on how to travel in a way that’s good for your wanderlust and your wallet.

Key findings

• The Four Corners Monument (in Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado and Utah) is the No. 1 tourist trap in the world, according to our analysis.
• The Blue Lagoon in Iceland and Penang Hill in Malaysia are the top tourist traps in Europe and Asia.
• The Great Mosque of Mecca in Saudi Arabia had 397,905 reviews on Google, as of our analysis, and not a single one mentioned “tourist trap.”
• The California Academy of Sciences, Elvis Presley’s Graceland and the South Carolina Aquarium are the most overpriced attractions in the United States.
• Voodoo Doughnut in Portland, Oregon, is the most overrated tourist attraction in the world.

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Top 100 tourist traps worldwide

With the distinction of being the only place where four states meet — Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado and Utah — the Four Corners Monument sounds pretty cool. It’s also 30 miles from the closest gas station, so it might appeal to travelers seeking to get away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. However, this attraction also topped our list in terms of the percentage of disgruntled reviews. Of 10,839 reviews analyzed, 139 flagged this spot as a tourist trap.

Meanwhile, Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin got the most mentions of “tourist trap” in the reviews we analyzed of any tourist attraction in the world, with 400 out 76,269 reviews flagging it as one. This spot is a popular stop for travelers because of its historical significance as a border crossing during the Cold War, when the city was split in half between West Germany and East Germany.

Top 25 tourist traps in the U.S.

Eight of the top 10 tourist traps in the world, as determined by our analysis, are in the U.S. Three of the top tourist traps involve paranormal phenomena — witches, ghosts and UFOs.

Those spots are the Salem Witch Museum in Massachusetts, Calico Ghost Town in California and the International UFO Museum and Research Center in New Mexico. Each location had a number of reviews mentioning "tourist trap," so it seems some visitors left feeling disenchanted.

Most overpriced attractions worldwide

The U.S. is home to the third most overpriced attraction in the world, according to our analysis of reviews mentioning the word “expensive,” with spots in Iceland and Canada taking first and second places. Coming in at most overpriced is the Blue Lagoon in Grindavik, with prices starting at $67 per person but nearly doubling during peak times. This is followed by the Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver where tickets are $69.95 per person when you purchase them at the ticket window. The California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco comes in third for an entry fee that makes consumers grumble at $49.75 for an adult ticket during a peak visiting time.

It seems that Americans feel aquariums are overpriced in general, with aquariums in South Carolina, Maryland, California and Georgia making the top 50 in our list.

California has seven of the top 25 most overpriced attractions, with Tennessee coming in next with three spots in the top 25 — including Elvis Presley’s Graceland, at No. 5 in the world.

Most overrated attractions worldwide

Unless you just really love doughnuts, one spot you might want to skip on your next vacation is Voodoo Doughnut in Portland, Oregon. At least, you might want to skip it if you care about reviews, because our analysis found it to be the most overrated attraction in the world.

Rounding out the top five most overrated attractions are the following:

• The Little Mermaid in Denmark.
• The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove in Japan.
• The Manneken Pis sculpture fountain in Belgium.
• The Hollywood Walk of Fame in California.

Tips on how to avoid tourist traps

Get recommendations from your travel card concierge.

Your travel card may provide access to a concierge which can help with travel research, planning and booking. For example, The Platinum Card® from American Express (terms apply, rates & fees ) is a luxury travel card (as evidenced by its $695 annual fee) with a slew of perks and protections, including a highly regarded concierge service. Contact your concierge early on in your vacation planning and tell them you want to go off the beaten path and enjoy unique experiences rather than known tourist traps.

Consider where your rewards can take you

It’s no secret that credit card rewards can help you see the world. But are you getting the most out of your stash? Let’s consider an example using American Airlines miles.

As of the time of this writing, a flight from New York to Honolulu and back at the end of October 2023 might run you anywhere from about 53,000 AAdvantage miles to well over 100,000 AAdvantage miles. By contrast, if you were to fly from New York to San Juan, Puerto Rico and back in the same time period, you might find deals in the ballpark of 24,000 or 31,000 miles. While many variables impact the exact cost, being flexible with your vacation options can save you substantially.

Plus, when opting for destinations with less sticker shock, you can still find activities and sites that are every bit as amazing as you'd find in a pricier locale. Continuing our example from above, if Hawaii's stunning rainforests initially attracted you to Honolulu, consider that Puerto Rico is home to El Yunque National Forest — the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.

If you’ve piled up the points on a card that earns transferable rewards, rather than one that’s specific to a certain airline or hotel chain , you can do even more shopping around. Compare the cost of booking award travel on the loyalty transfer partners your card offers before you commit, because the number of points or miles required can vary dramatically between different airlines.

Plus, savvy travelers know that travel credit cards sometimes offer deals, such as double value when transferring points from your card to a specific airline partner. For instance, the Bilt World Elite Mastercard® offered a deal on Aug. 1, 2023 where cardholders with Bilt Silver Status could get double the number of Virgin Red points for their Bilt points when transferring their rewards to the airline. Keeping a sharp eye out for deals like this could help your earnings take you farther than you’d normally go.

Finally, great deals on award travel aren’t just for people willing to pay an annual fee for luxury cards, either. See our list of best travel cards with no annual fee for budget-friendly options.

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Follow a trusted travel newsletter

What better way to avoid tourist traps than by getting curated recommendations from a trusted source? By getting a travel newsletter in your email inbox, you can make note throughout the year of enticing destinations and enriching activities, and plan your next vacation accordingly.

For example, people with an Amex Platinum or the invite-only American Express Centurion Black Card * The information for the American Express Centurion Black Card has been collected independently by Blueprint. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer. can receive the Departures newsletter, which the issuer describes as a “lifestyle resource”. Examples of the content you can expect, based on a recent issue of Departures, include "7 Hotels Worth Planning Your Whole Trip Around" with recommendations for stays in Paris, New York City and more, and "How I Escaped City Life and Moved My Family to a Mexican Surf Town".

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In short, smart travel recommendations are just a few clicks away — and can help you craft the dream vacation while avoiding tourist traps that might not leave you feeling fully satisfied.

Seek out lodging that isn’t part of a mega-chain hotel collection

If you have a travel rewards credit card , check if it grants you special access to a hotel collection. For example, Capital One announced the Lifestyle Collection in mid-2024, designed to be exclusively available via Capital One Travel for people with specific Capital One cards .

The Lifestyle Collection is a list of curated boutique hotels allowing guests to stay in popular destinations but avoid the crush of an overcrowded megahotel lobby.  While your choice of lodging won’t necessarily prevent you stopping by a tourist trap, finding a great stay can make it easier for you to have a wide selection of possible vacation activities.

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Methodology

In July 2023, we analyzed 23.2 million Google reviews of 500 popular tourist attractions in the world, spanning 65 countries in six continents.

We focused our analysis on mentions of certain keywords that indicate a common negative sentiment among visitors. Those keywords are: “tourist trap”, “expensive”, and “overrated”.

It’s true that a few uses of these keywords do not fit in a negative context (e.g. “It’s kind of a tourist trap but we loved it!”). Based on our analysis, these positive instances of usage were not frequent enough to be statistically significant, and in any case, they are consistent enough across attractions to cancel each other out.

We began with a list of 1,600 tourist attractions for consideration, before narrowing to our final 500. We removed from this list, with only a few exceptions, all national parks, state parks, lakes, and mountains. We also removed sports stadiums. The list was further reduced based on the total number of reviews submitted for each attraction.

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We are travelling to NY for a week on Tues. I am keen to know if anyone has any recommendations for mid-range restaurants in the midtown area?

I don't want to eat anywhere that is a tourist trap and while i know NY is expensive, I live in London so am used to relatively high costs. I'd say we'd be looking to spend no more than 90-115 dollars for a nice meal for the two of us. We don't drink loads so would allow for a glass of wine and a beer vs. a bottle.

In London there are plenty of excellent restaurants and delis in the centre of town that i wouldn't consider to be catering for tourists only so keen to understand if same is true for Manhatten and something within shortish (15-20 mins) walk of our hotel. That said, we are actually keen walkers and would happily walk up to half hour for a memorable meal!

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Please describe mid-range in dollars & tell us your cuisine likes & dislikes.

The good news is that not all of Midtown Manhattan is a tourist trap -- although I won't discourage you from exploring farther afield. Yours is a common question, so here are 2 recent threads with a number of suggestions for you:

https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g60763-i5-k14738457-Inexpensive_but_good_food_restaurants-New_York_City_New_York.html

https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g60763-i5-k14698756-Cheap_Eats-New_York_City_New_York.html

Osteria DelBianco across from Saks on E 49th St is well priced, w a nice atmosphere.

https://osteriadelbianco.com/midtown.html

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Their 3-course, $38 prix fixe luncheon is served until 4:30 PM every day of the week and offers some very nice options:

https://www.theavragroup.com/avra-rockefeller-center/#lunch-prix-fixe

But also consider supplementing that with a a side order of "Avra chips" to share: thinly sliced crispy zucchini and eggplant chips served with tzatziki dip.

Midtown Manhattan is not a tourist trap. If you are "keen walkers", walk up and down 8th and 9th Avenues and stop at the many restaurants that appeal to you.

Great lunch deal at Gallagher ,s steakhouse, 3 course for $32 served til 4.

https://www.gallaghersnysteakhouse.com/menu.php?venue_id=1&menu_id=8

Your hotel is in Hells Kitchen where there's lots of good ethnic food. Here's a list

https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-hells-kitchen-nyc

For breakfast, Westway Diner and Carnegie Diner…for coffee and pastry ,Bibble & Sip. Amy's Bread and Five Napkin Burger good for lunches and sandwiches.

Btw, wine by the glass here is pricey. Expect $10-15/ glass and more. Beer is about $8. Tax is 8+% and tip 15-20%.

$45-60 a person for dinner including a glass of wine or beer for good food at a sit down restaurant is tough these days. If that amount is supposed to include tax and tip, even harder. Aimlessly wandering down 8th or 9th is a sure fire way to end up somewhere with meh food. Sure there are lots of restaurants and bars but most of them don’t rise above run of the mill.

So here are a few suggestions for better than average.

My list is nothing mind blowing, but very good food.

If you are willing to travel, for your budget, I would suggest trying out Laser Wolf in Williamsburg . It will stretch your budget just a bit but probably the biggest bang for the buck at that price point.

"Aimlessly wandering down 8th or 9th is a sure fire way to end up somewhere with meh food."

Kind of missing the point.

There are some really good restaurants to choose from, including a couple of my favorites in the city.

The point = "Midtown Manhattan is not a tourist trap"

You'll be walking through a highly residential area, with lots of personal favorites of the people who live there.

Do a bit of research to narrow down options = always a good idea.

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