Praise for the Scumble River Series

Murder of a Bookstore Babe


“A fun and fast-paced mystery.”

—The Mystery Reader

“As fresh and fun to read as the first book, and that’s quite a tribute.”

—Fresh Fiction


Murder of a Wedding Belle


“The latest carefully crafted installment in Swanson’s Scumble River series features a charming heroine who is equally skilled at juggling detection and romance.”

Chicago Tribune

“A tightly woven mystery. . . . I had no idea as to who the murderer was until the final reveal, which definitely makes for a page-turning read.”

—Once Upon a Romance Reviews

“This book was very hard to put down. I enjoyed it tremendously and highly recommend it.”

—Gumshoe

“As always . . . Swanson combines humor and romance within an intriguing homicide investigation while the support cast feels like friends.”

Midwest Book Review


Murder of a Royal Pain


“A trip to Scumble River is like visiting with old friends . . . another entry into a fine series that is sure to be on most must-read lists.”

—The Mystery Reader

“Swanson has given me many a smile and many hours of wonderful, fun reading. This is another in a long line of really great books.”

CrimeSpree Magazine

“Just plain fun to read. Readers of cozy mysteries who haven’t read Denise Swanson’s books are in for a real treat when they do.”

—Cozy Library

“Denise Swanson’s Scumble River Mysteries are always fun to read.”

Midwest Book Review


Murder of a Chocolate-Covered Cherry


“[A] cleverly crafted plot . . . with a generous dash of romance.”

Chicago Tribune

“Top-notch storytelling with truly unique and wonderful characters.”

CrimeSpree Magazine


Murder of a Botoxed Blonde


“Endearing . . . quirky . . . a delight.”

Chicago Tribune

“Tight plotting and plenty of surprises keep this series on my must-read list.”

CrimeSpree Magazine


Murder of a Real Bad Boy


“Swanson is a born storyteller.”

CrimeSpree Magazine

“Another knee-slapping adventure in Scumble River.”

The Amplifier (KY)


Murder of a Smart Cookie


“Smartly spins on a solid plot and likable characters.”

South Florida Sun-Sentinel

“[Swanson] has a lot of surprises in store for the reader.”

Midwest Book Review


Murder of a Pink Elephant


“The must-read book of the summer.”

Butler County Post (KY)

“Current readers will appreciate the trip into Scumble River, while new readers will want to go back.”

—The Best Reviews


Murder of a Barbie and Ken


“Swanson continues her lively, light, and quite insightful look at small-town life.”

The Hartford Courant

“Another sidesplitting visit to Scumble River . . . with some of the quirkiest and most eccentric characters we ever have met.”

Butler County Post (KY)


Murder of a Snake in the Grass


“An endearing and realistic character . . . a fast-paced, enjoyable read.”

The Herald News (MA)

“This book is delightful.”

—Mysterious Woman


Murder of a Sleeping Beauty


“A smooth, pleasant, and ultimately satisfying book.”

Chicago Tribune

“Another delightful and intriguing escapade.”

—Mystery News


Murder of a Sweet Old Lady


“More fun than the Whirl-a-Gig at the County Fair and tastier than a corn dog.”

—The Charlotte Austin Review

“A magnificent tale written by a wonderful author.”

Midwest Book Review


Murder of a Small-Town Honey


“Bounces along with gently wry humor and jaunty twists and turns. The quintessential amateur sleuth: bright, curious, and more than a little nervy.”

—Agatha Award–winning author Earlene Fowler

“A charming, insightful debut.”

—Carolyn Hart

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