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Police Procedural Mysteries: Follow the Evidence with Parks Pat

Explore Canadian police procedural mysteries set in Calgary, where Detective Margie Patenaude follows the evidence through the Parks Pat Mysteries. [...]
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Police Procedural Novellas: A Complete Case for a Short Reading Break

Looking for a quick mystery read? Parks Pat police procedural novellas offer complete Calgary cases, a recurring detective, and a strong sense of place. [...]
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What Is a Police Procedural? The Pleasure of Following the Evidence

Follow the evidence with Detective Margie Patenaude in Calgary-set police procedural mysteries where the people and places around a case matter. [...]
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Canadian Police Procedurals: Discover Calgary Beyond the Postcard

Discover Canadian police procedural mysteries set in Calgary, where river valleys, parks, neighbourhood history, and community life shape every case. [...]
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Strike Bag: A New Bleeding Hearts Valley Thriller

A bag of guns. A stranger’s photograph. Meet Graham Hall in Strike Bag, P.D. Workman’s new Bleeding Hearts Valley crime thriller. Explore the book. [...]
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Why Junk Removal Makes the Perfect Job for an Amateur Sleuth

Discover why junk removal makes a compelling amateur-sleuth profession—and how Graham Hall uncovers hidden clues in Bleeding Hearts Valley. [...]
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Amateur Sleuths Outside the Usual Crime-Solving Professions

Meet amateur sleuths who solve crimes beyond police work: a baker, a junk removal worker, and a psychic investigator with unique skills. [...]
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Art Theft Mysteries and Heist Fiction: A Reading List

Looking for art theft mysteries and heist fiction? Explore books about stolen paintings, forgery, provenance, and dangerous secrets. [...]
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Mysteries of the Midwest and Mountain West: Small Towns, Wild Places, and Dark Secrets

Explore Midwest and Mountain West mysteries where small towns, wilderness, harsh weather, and buried secrets shape the investigation. [...]
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Griffith Woods Park

Explore Calgary's Griffith Woods Park, a forest of wetlands, wildlife, and river trails that inspired the mystery Bones of the Elbow. [...]
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Shouldice Park

Explore Calgary's busy Shouldice Park athletic complex, the real-world setting for the Parks Pat mystery Silence on the Turf. [...]
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Beaver Dam Flats and Refinery Park

Explore connected Beaver Dam Flats and Refinery Park, the natural and industrial Calgary landscapes behind Ghosts in the Ground. [...]
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Riley Park

Visit Calgary's Riley Park, the setting for Peril in the Blooms, with childhood memories, black squirrels, cricket, and gardens. [...]
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Glenmore Reservoir and parkland in Calgary, setting for Reservoir of Secrets.

Glenmore Park

Visit the Glenmore Reservoir and its surrounding Calgary parks, the scenic setting for the Parks Pat mystery Reservoir of Secrets. [...]
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Prairie Winds Park in Calgary, setting for Grounded in the Wind.

Prairie Winds Park

Explore Calgary's Prairie Winds Park, the setting for Grounded in the Wind, with family attractions, gardens, sports, and airport views. [...]
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Dragon Hoards and Sparkly Things: Why We Are Obsessed with Treasure

Dragon Hoards and Sparkly Things: Why We Are Obsessed with Treasure

Why are dragons and humans drawn to treasure? Explore the shine, stories, and sense of belonging behind dragon hoards in The Hidden Hoard of Drakuntsee. [...]
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P.D. Workman is a USA Today Bestselling author and multi-award winner, renowned for her prolific output of over 100 published works that span various genres. With a knack for crafting page-turners, Workman captivates readers with everything from cozy mysteries like the Auntie Clem's Bakery series to gripping young adult and suspense novels. Her stories resonate deeply as she masterfully weaves sensitive themes—such as childhood trauma, mental illness, and addiction—into compelling narratives that evoke a powerful emotional response. Readers are drawn to her unique voice and empathetic portrayal of complex issues. With each new release, fans eagerly anticipate another thrilling blend of thought-provoking storytelling and relatable characters that define P.D. Workman’s brand as an author of unforgettable page-turners—gripping tales that leave a lasting impact long after the last page is turned.
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