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Framed in Florida: A Garden Girls Cozy Mystery (Garden Girls Cozy Mystery Series Book 21) Kindle Edition
“If you like clean cozy mysteries that keep you guessing until the end, you’ll love Hope Callaghan cozy mysteries!”
“Framed in Florida” is Book 21 in the Garden Girls Cozy Mysteries Series.
BONUS - RECIPE INCLUDED!
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The Garden Girls are geared up to embark on their vacation of a lifetime…if only they knew what it was, since Ruth has been in charge of planning and kept the entire trip top secret.
After a bumpy start, the women finally arrive at their surprise destination, but it isn’t the picture perfect beachfront vacation they’d all hoped for.
To make matters worse, shortly after arriving, one of the Garden Girls becomes involved in an altercation with a local over some minor property damage.
Determined not to let the incident ruin their trip, the girls enjoy their time together…until waking up after their first night away, only to discover a body, and not just any body.
Is it a simple case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time - or is someone trying to frame them? Will Gloria & the gang prove their innocence before it’s too late, or will their dream vacation in Florida turn into a nightmare?
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateAugust 31, 2018
- File size2.1 MB
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★★★★★ WooHooLove,Love,Love them all!! I own them all and love reading them! I also enjoy reading Cruise Ship Mysteries.-Conni M P.
★★★★★ Love the Garden GirlsWow! Another fantastic book that had me guessing til the very end who did it. Gloria and girls are vacationing in Florida but it wouldn't be the same if they didn't have a murder mystery to solve! Great read!-Valerie Hartup
★★★★★ Fun.fun adventures.and misadventures!!Another home run from Hope Callaghan! One author who I cant get enough of her work!!!Fun exciting adventures and misadventures!! On a personal note I relate to Eleanor in this book.I am much younger than she is but due to many illnesses live in a nursing home how I wish Ifriends like the Garden Club Girls. Each book is like visiting with friends! Keep them coming Hope!!!-Virginia
★★★★★ Hope out did herself as alwaysAnother hit, great book Hope, enjoyed the colorful characters and fun mysteries your books have. Your books are never a disappointment. The bad thing is, I couldn't it the book down, stayed up all night to finish. Word to the wise, never start your favorite authors new book at night, good night all lol. -Kindle Customer
★★★★★ Garden Girls funI love all of the Garden Girls books. The girls are fun, truly love each other, and are very supportive of everyone. I also love the fact that they pray before meals and at other times.-Kindle Customer
★★★★★ Framed in FloridaThis writer has a very active imagination! Every story is different and captivating. I have enjoyed reading every book and including this one. I recommend this book.- Karen
★★★★★ Great readI love all the Garden Girls and I hope I have half the energy they have and as many adventures minus the dead bodies if you love a cozy like I do then this series by Hope Callaghan is a must read.-Amazon Customer kathy
★★★★★ Truly a good, clean series.I'm always happy to read A Garden Girls Mystery. It was so much fun reading about Eleanor marking off bucket list adventures, especially driving down the beach in a pink convertible. I always appreciate the comradery and faith of the girls. If only Gloria and her sister would get along.-Gram2five
★★★★★ Great new Garden Girls adventureLove all the Garden Girls mystery books, clean fun books. I am always one of the first to download after I get an email from the author that it is available. Already looking forward to the next in the series.-a christian book fan
★★★★★ ELANORS BUCKET LISTAll the usual characters. I love the friendships, the fun times, the interesting plot twists, the fact that the characters are women of faith and far from perfect. This series never gets old. Cant wait for next book in the series.-Kindle customer
★★★★★ A Fun AdventureNever disappointed with any of Hope's books. The characters are so connected and the plot is exciting. I love the way each woman has a different voice.-Kathy C.
★★★★★ Great book. My favorite so far in this series.This was another great book. I wish she could write faster😁😁we need more good books. I agree with someone they could be longer. Keep up the great work Hope.-LK
★★★★★ Loved the bookThe story has you feeling like you are right there. I can picture the happenings that occur in the story .The houseboat and the Garden Club Ladies. Gloria and her friends come to life.The adventure even the shopping comes to life the way Hope writes her stories. I love them.-Helen Podlevsky
★★★★★ Read read readCan't go wrong with a garden God mystery . It's fun and entertaining . I love Hope Callaghan . All her books are clean and entertaining.-juju
★★★★★ Here they go again!Cute story. Those "garden girls" seem to find excitement at every turn. Living in Florida and having been on the St John's river made it even more interesting.-Bunny lover
★★★★★ What another great story in the Garden Girl's series.I have read every one of Hope's books that she has written. I have not found one that I did not like. This book was another book that I really enjoyed. I love the Garden Girls stories. If you like books that have a plot to them and that have real characters in them, then you will enjoy this book as well. This book has a realistic plot as have all of her books have had. Each story brings you and the women together and you just get to ride with them through each of their adventures and you get to have a feel for the characters. This story is very much worth your reading. I would encourage you to read all of Hope's stories in the Garden Girls series beginning with book one. This helps you to really get to know the main characters. Each story I think builds on one another. Now I look forward to the next book in this series. I have read all of her Cruise Ship stories and her other shorter we series and single books as well. Again have not found one I did not like. I hope you find as much enjoyment in Hope's books as I have had. -Snaimie
★★★★★ Great StoryHope has delivered ... once again ....... a wonderfully intriguing story .... but then ... all her stories are wonderful & each of her three series is my favorite at the moment that I am reading the latest adventure.-Rita Peron
★★★★★ Another great book!!I alwAys enjoy Hope Callaghan's books and this one did not disappoint! My only problem is , I wish it was longer! That's how much I love herbooks! Looking forward to the next one!-Digby
★★★★★ Great bookI want to recommend this book to everyone. This is a great series. I loved the excitement and mystery. I had no clue who had committed the murder. But I loved Eleanor"s bucket list. Especially what she did to see the alligators!!-scrochet
★★★★★ Totally enjoyed the storyI really enjoyed this book. I like the whole series. The characters are fun, interesting, and I enjoy the christian tones to the stories.-Amazon Customer
★★★★★ Framed in FloridaOnce again another great and fun book. The girls in Florida where they have no idea what is in store because Ruth planned a surprise. It is full of fun and adventure with mystery included.-eagles
★★★★★ love love lovei loved every thing about this book the caractors have my heart they blend together perfectly .exciting because you never know what they will get into next. thank you Hope for keeping me entertained your books in all series are great.-Kindle Customerfairyfeydianne
★★★★★ A mystery vacation, murder and mayhem!Florida; hot, humid, hilarious! Another one....falls in the river?When the girls head to Florida on a vacation that Ruth planned, they're not quite sure what to expect. That's because Ruth has kept it anonymous. So, I don't want to give away any spoilers. But, I will say that the girls are part of another murder, of course. Some surprises, some new friendships, and some new scenery are all part of this book.Number 21! My, my, my! Ms. Callahan sure knows how to keep a series going!-Rebecca Sierraflowr
★★★★★ Why would anyone want to frame the Garden Girls who are strangers in Florida?Although the girls are strangers to Florida, they immediately found someone who didn't like them at all! What happens in the next chapters only Hope Callaghan could write such a mystery that you can't put the book down until you finish it.-Sandy
★★★★★ Florida trip adventureAs always the Garden girls do not disappoint us! A river cruise mystery keeps you guessing.Great who summit! -Kindle Customer
★★★★★ Camping on the river.Great book. Loved that Eleanor had a major role. This book makes me think of camping with the "Golden Girls". Thought I had it figured out, WRONG!-Diann Langer
★★★★★ Florida adventure turns deadlyThe Garden Girls are off on their Florida adventures, a trip which is supposed to be a relaxing vacation. First mistake is to put the planning into Ruth's hands! Added into the mix is their quirky friend Eleanor, who has a bucket list if things to check off.There is always a dead body to discover, and this time Ruth looks like the prime suspect. With teamwork eventually the true perps are revealed, and the girls are free to leave Florida and return to Michigan. We look forward to reading their forthcoming mysteries in the near future.-Knitting Scarves
★★★★★ Gators & Smelly Bait leads to Garden Girls MisadventuresGarden Girls Florida adventure and murder mystery is filled with lots of suspects and misadventures. The twist and turn plot kept this avid reader guessing "Who dun it." The Garden Girls teasing discourse, fun Florida tidbits (some fictional, others factual), spooky mansions with ghosts, enormous gators, smelly bait and fishing are woven together into a humorous suspenseful tale. Even though this is book 21 - Each book in the Garden Girls can be read as stand alone and in any order. Scrumptious Fish Recipe included.-Deutsche OMA
About the Author
★ AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR & KINDLE ALL STAR! ★★ Mom's Choice Award Winner! ★
Hope Callaghan is an author who loves to write Christian books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books. She has written more than 50 mystery books (and counting) in five series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of three children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
Product details
- ASIN : B07H1KB1HL
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- Publication date : August 31, 2018
- Language : English
- File size : 2.1 MB
- Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 307 pages
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Book 21 of 23 : Garden Girls Cozy Mystery Series
- Best Sellers Rank: #135,192 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #890 in Christian Suspense
- #992 in Christian Mystery & Suspense
- #2,407 in Cozy Animal Mystery
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About the author

Hope Callaghan is an American mystery author who loves to write clean, fun-filled women’s fiction mysteries with a touch of faith and romance. She is the author of more than 100 novels in ten different series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing mysteries - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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Customers enjoy this mystery book for its well-thought-out plot that keeps readers guessing, with one review highlighting the unexpected twists. They appreciate the characters, humor, and writing quality, and find the book easy to read. They like the relationships among the characters, with one review specifically mentioning the strong bonds between the women.
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Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, describing it as a satisfying cozy mystery with a well-thought-out plot that keeps readers guessing.
"I've been enjoying the whole series. I'm impressed by their adventurous spirit. They remind me of myself. At least, how I see myself." Read more
"Hope Callaghan is a favorite author all of her stories are well thought out and keep the reader interested. She always remembers the word." Read more
"...Enjoy the great characters and storyline!" Read more
"...Very well thought out plot and the clues were subtle. The story was different in that the girls were in Florida, on vacation, on a houseboat!..." Read more
Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, particularly appreciating its good clean stories.
"I've been enjoying the whole series. I'm impressed by their adventurous spirit. They remind me of myself. At least, how I see myself." Read more
"Hope Callaghan is a favorite author all of her stories are well thought out and keep the reader interested. She always remembers the word." Read more
"...The author has come into her own, as far as fabulous cozy mystery writing goes. She is the best! Keep up the incredible mystery writing." Read more
"...It worked out well for everyone. Never been on a houseboat before and not sure if I want to. That aside it worked with this story...." Read more
Customers love the characters in the book.
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"Once again Hope has written an entertaining book. The characters are so much fun that you would like them to be your BFFs...." Read more
"...The characters are well developed and the book well written. Loved the humor throughout, as well. Now I’m going to get the first in this series...." Read more
"...They have a lot to do to figure this one out. Love the characters especially th addition of Eleanor, great story keeps you guessing, A lot of..." Read more
Customers enjoy the humor in the book.
"...The characters are well developed and the book well written. Loved the humor throughout, as well. Now I’m going to get the first in this series...." Read more
"Some of this book was interesting and funny, but the editorial needs were blatantly obvious. I cannot understand all the good reviews!..." Read more
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Customers appreciate the relationships between the characters in the book, describing it as a great band of sisters and enjoying the interactions among the senior ladies.
"Hope you did it again. Love this group of women. But in my opinion Eleanor was the star of this story...." Read more
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"...The characters are well developed and the book well written. Loved the humor throughout, as well. Now I’m going to get the first in this series...." Read more
"...As usual I’m hungry for more of Hope Callaghan’s Fantastic writing. Love these mysteries. Thank you again for being so Talented." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2025Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI've been enjoying the whole series. I'm impressed by their adventurous spirit. They remind me of myself. At least, how I see myself.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseHope Callaghan is a favorite author all of her stories are well thought out and keep the reader interested. She always remembers the word.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2018Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI received a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
Another winner! Vacationing with the Garden Girls is like traveling with friends. Enjoy the great characters and storyline!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2023Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThis book was very exciting. A dead body, gators and another murder mystery. Who could ask for anything better? This mystery was more involved than some of the other books. Very well thought out plot and the clues were subtle. The story was different in that the girls were in Florida, on vacation, on a houseboat! All the characters in the book were brought into the story and background was provided about them. Continuity was flawless as usual. The author has come into her own, as far as fabulous cozy mystery writing goes. She is the best! Keep up the incredible mystery writing.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2018Format: KindleVerified PurchaseHope you did it again. Love this group of women. But in my opinion Eleanor was the star of this story. She helped out solving the mystery and knocked off a few things on her bucket list. I can picture all of them going down that beach in a hot pink convertable. She needs to be made a member of the group. Crazy hat and all.
I was very surprised at the vacation that Ruth planned for the group. It worked out well for everyone. Never been on a houseboat before and not sure if I want to. That aside it worked with this story.
You keep writing and we'll keep on reading the books.
- Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2023Format: KindleVerified PurchaseOnce again Hope has written an entertaining book. The characters are so much fun that you would like them to be your BFFs. The solving of the murder is always a surprise. Great read!!
- Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2020Format: KindleVerified PurchaseWhen the girls head to Florida without even knowing what their vacation will entail, they (of course) find themselves on a houseboat and in the middle of a mystery that requires their very special talents. Recommended for those who won't nitpick about realistic logistics of traveling a river in a houseboat.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2019Format: KindleVerified PurchaseFramed in Florida was a delightful book. It was a relaxing and satisfying read, my first Hope Callaghan novel. It caught my attention because I’m a Florida native, and the author portrayed the setting realistically. What a fun setting for a murder mystery - a girls’ vacation to Florida, renting a houseboat on the St. John’s River. The characters are well developed and the book well written. Loved the humor throughout, as well. Now I’m going to get the first in this series. I love finding a new favorite series!
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- Emer RichardsReviewed in the United Kingdom on May 17, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant as ever
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThis series is amazing I love all the garden girls and the crime solving. I am hooked on Hope Callaghan’s books with faith as central as the story
- naomiReviewed in Australia on December 3, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Girls let lose in Florida
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseWhen Ruth plans the trip to Florida it not what the girls think it will be , how will they make it work this time
- Mrs. J. A. NewmanReviewed in the United Kingdom on September 4, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseSuper book has to sit and read all of it. Always enjoy these books and look forward to next. Thank you for writing it