Midsummer, Marriage and Murder
A Hygge House Cozy Mystery
The Second Installment of the acclaimed mystery series continues by author A.L. Jensen
The book is now on pre-order and will be available worldwide in eBook and paperback format in April by House of Karhu
Escape to the charming small town of Lakewood in this delightful Scandinavian-inspired cozy mystery!
Minna Halonen and her business partner Christie Andersson are planning the wedding of the season, not only for Grace and jack, but also to highlight their fledgling events business at Hygge House in the charming town of Lakewood.
Minna and Christie plan an intimate rehearsal dinner followed by a Midsummer bonfire, and a garden wedding overlooking the serene lake, complete with Nordic fare and a live band. There’s only one hitch. At the last minute, Jack’s favourite uncle, Rick Alcott sends his regrets in a cryptic message but soon has a change of heart. When Uncle Rick doesn’t arrive for the rehearsal dinner, and then skips the wedding, Jack is heartbroken.
Minna’s vision of the perfect Hygge House wedding is shattered when she finds Uncle Rick’s body slumped in a Muskoka chair. Did he die of natural causes? Or did he have a legitimate reason for not wanting to attend the wedding–one that led to his untimely death?
Midsummer, Marriage, and Murder is the second book in the delightful Hygge House Cozy Mystery series–where murder meets Nordic comfort in a rustic northern town.
Reviews for Hygge and Homicide:
“Hygge and Homicide is a delightful blend of small-town charm and sharp wit. A. L. Jensen perfectly captures the essence of hygge—warmth, comfort, and connection—while weaving a mystery that will keep you guessing until the final page. Grab a cardamom bun, wrap yourself in your favorite throw, and settle in. This is a debut that feels like coming home.” ACF Bookens, author of the St. Marin’s Cozy Mystery Series
“There’s not much better for a book lover than to get in on an excellent new mystery series! Hygge and Homicide is the just such a book, in what promises to be a wonderful new cozy mystery series by author A. L. Jensen. Set in a small town in northern Ontario, this Scandinavian-inspired cozy mystery has all of the elements that will draw cozy fans in–well-rounded and relatable characters, vividly described settings, a complex mystery, plenty of suspects, and enough red herrings to keep you turning the pages to the very end. I particularly enjoyed the insight into Finnish Canadian culture, something unique that I have not come across before in the many cozies that I have read. In particular, the core concept of hygge, which at its heart embodies coziness, is brought to life in this tale of friends and family coming together to support the main characters Minna and Christie as they work to bring their dream of Hygge House, a place for hosting events and eventually a B&B, to fruition despite the murder that mars opening day. Jensen has written a fascinating and enjoyable book with suspense, mystery, humour, and a hint of romance that is sure to keep readers coming back for more. Thank you to the author for the ARC of this excellent book.” — Kelly Young, author of the Travel Writer Cozy Mystery Series
Escape to the charming small town of Lakewood in this delightful Scandinavian-inspired cozy mystery!
When talented interior designer Minna Halonen returns to her idyllic northern hometown after decades away, she’s ready for a fresh start. Recently divorced and with her daughter grown, Minna eagerly takes over Nordic Cozy, her mother Elsi’s beloved home décor shop, embracing the hygge lifestyle and peaceful natural surroundings she’d forgotten she missed.
Partnering with her lifelong friend Christie, a creative event planner with an eye for detail, Minna pours her heart into transforming an old lakeside property into Hygge House—a cozy retreat for workshops, gatherings, and the perfect blend of Scandinavian comfort and woodland charm.
But on Grand Opening morning, Minna’s dreams of a tranquil new beginning crumble when she discovers a dead body on her doorstep! With whispers spreading through Lakewood’s tight-knit community and business grinding to a halt, Minna must channel her designer’s eye for detail into amateur sleuthing.
Can this middle-aged entrepreneur catch a killer and restore harmony to her picturesque hometown? Or will Minna’s second chance at happiness be cut tragically short?
Hygge and Homicide is the first book in the delightful Hygge House Cozy Mystery series—where murder meets Scandinavian comfort in a rustic northern town.
Reviews for Hygge and Homicide:
“Hygge and Homicide is a delightful blend of small-town charm and sharp wit. A. L. Jensen perfectly captures the essence of hygge—warmth, comfort, and connection—while weaving a mystery that will keep you guessing until the final page. Grab a cardamom bun, wrap yourself in your favorite throw, and settle in. This is a debut that feels like coming home.” ACF Bookens, author of the St. Marin’s Cozy Mystery Series
“There’s not much better for a book lover than to get in on an excellent new mystery series! Hygge and Homicide is the just such a book, in what promises to be a wonderful new cozy mystery series by author A. L. Jensen. Set in a small town in northern Ontario, this Scandinavian-inspired cozy mystery has all of the elements that will draw cozy fans in–well-rounded and relatable characters, vividly described settings, a complex mystery, plenty of suspects, and enough red herrings to keep you turning the pages to the very end. I particularly enjoyed the insight into Finnish Canadian culture, something unique that I have not come across before in the many cozies that I have read. In particular, the core concept of hygge, which at its heart embodies coziness, is brought to life in this tale of friends and family coming together to support the main characters Minna and Christie as they work to bring their dream of Hygge House, a place for hosting events and eventually a B&B, to fruition despite the murder that mars opening day. Jensen has written a fascinating and enjoyable book with suspense, mystery, humour, and a hint of romance that is sure to keep readers coming back for more. Thank you to the author for the ARC of this excellent book.” Kelly Young, author of the Travel Writer Cozy Mystery Series
About A.L. Jensen:
A. L. Jensen is an award-winning author and certified book coach. An empty nester, she lives with her husband Michael on a serene lake in Northern Ontario. When she’s not writing and sipping chai lattes at her local coffeeshop, you’ll find her reading in her gazebo, or walking nearby trails with her mini Goldendoodle Emmy, while dreaming of her next travel adventure. She is inspired by her Finnish heritage and the northern landscape she calls home. A.L. Jensen is the pen name of Author and Book Coach, Liisa Kovala and more information can be found about her at: Home | Liisa Book Coach
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