GAME SET MURDER

A Madeline Quinn Mystery

When Madeline Quinn’s tennis coach is murdered right after the big tournament, she is determined to find his killer. Her sister, the Chief of Police, has a team on the case, but not only does Mads know everyone on the courts – she was also the one who discovered the body.

After a second racket player is killed, Mads must work quickly to stop the killer – or killers – before they put a stop to her.

In the spirit of Lisa Siefert’s Frosted Misfortunes series and Hallmark’s Hannah Swensen Mysteries, Game, Set, Murder is the first book in the Madeline Quinn Mysteries series. If you like shenanigans and cute feline sidekicks and, then you’ll love this cozy mystery!

Forthcoming January 2026!

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About the Author

Monique L. Stover holds a master’s degree in Anthropology and is certified in Forensic Identification. Stover brings her real-life interests and experience, including work at the Ventura County Crime Lab, to her writing. She lives in Southern California with her music producer husband.

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Coming Fall 2026!

Book Two of the Madeleine Quinn Mystery series: Double Fault, Double Murder

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