Tessa Aura Cozy Mystery
Cozy Mysteries Filled with Heart, Humor & Dog Detectives
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About Tessa
Hello, I’m Tessa Aura.
I love writing intriguing whodunits that keep readers guessing while bringing a touch of warmth and charm to every story. My books feature quirky small towns, sassy dog sidekicks, and murder (but make it cozy). Whether you’re craving coastal Maine mysteries or Italian culinary adventures, there’s a series waiting for you.
Latest Mysteries
Security to Die For
Release Date: May 29, 2026
A locked house. A dead body. And a security system that says nothing happened.
When a Guardian Watch technician is found dead inside a fully monitored smart home — with the system insisting nobody entered—private investigator Maggie Wright and her partner Harper Rhodes know something is very wrong.
★4.9/5 stars
Book 10 in the Maggie Wright series
Well Done and Dead
Release Date: June 26, 2026
When celebrity chef Dominic Hale opens his luxury waterfront restaurant in Bath, Maine, the town turns out in full force—even if half the guests secretly can’t stand him.
After all, Dominic has a talent for taking credit, crushing dreams, and making enemies with a smile.
★4.7/5 stars
Book 10 in the Penelope Sinclair series
Murder in the Reflection
Release Date: July 24, 2026
The truth was there all along… hiding in the reflection.
When a woman is discovered dead beneath the willow trees at Ashford Crossing’s scenic pond trail, private investigator Maggie Wright expects secrets.
She just doesn’t expect half the town to have them.
Book 11 in the Maggie Wright series
Popular Mystery Series
SERIES 1: PENELOPE SINCLAIR MYSTERIES
When boutique owner Penelope Sinclair isn’t running her charming shop in Bath, Maine, she’s stumbling over dead bodies. Good thing Teo—her teacup chihuahua with an attitude—has a nose for clues! From Christmas festivals to antique shop secrets, Penelope and Teo solve murders while navigating small-town drama.
Perfect for readers who love: Seasonal mysteries, coastal Maine charm, found family vibes, and a chihuahua who steals every scene.
SERIES 2: MAGGIE WRIGHT MYSTERIES
Private investigator Maggie Wright doesn’t go looking for trouble, but trouble has a way of finding her. Alongside Biscuit, her loyal mutt with detective instincts that rival her own, Maggie tackles everything from recovery camp murders to locked-room bookstore mysteries across the stunning landscapes of Ashford Crossing.
Perfect for readers who love: PI mysteries, outdoor adventures, complex plots, and a dog who’s equal parts sidekick and hero.
SERIES 3: MOLLY MONTGOMERY MYSTERIES
Running a bed and breakfast in cozy Maple Lake should be peaceful, until Molly Montgomery keeps finding bodies! Whether it’s a pet store pandemonium, a fall festival felony, or a wedding turned deadly, Molly and her chihuahua Mitz are always in the thick of it.
Perfect for readers who love: B&B settings, autumn vibes, wedding mysteries, and cozy small-town warmth.
SERIES 4: SIMPLY SCRUMPTIOUS MYSTERIES
What happens when murder meets Tuscany? The Simply Scrumptious series takes you to the sun-drenched hills of Italy, where different protagonists face delicious mysteries involving pasta, wine, and—of course—murder. With Pepperoni, Corky, and Cinnamon the beagles sniffing out clues and Italian charm.
Perfect for readers who love: Italy, culinary mysteries, food and wine, armchair travel, and international settings.
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