Bodies are dropping in on newly-minted private detective Jett Jorgensen in Dropped Dead, a murder mystery from S.L. Menear. —Banyan Isle, Florida, Present Day— Having just opened her new Valkyrie Private Detective Agency, Jett Jorgensen is eager for new clients but doesn’t anticipate the bodies being dropped on her estate—dead men with their feet in concrete buckets. While possessing a dark secret that could kill everyone around her, Mona Wang moves in to assist Jett with her new Valkyrie Private Detective Agency. When five king cobras are found on her estate, followed by body drops, a late-night assault, and the kidnapping of Sophia the dog nanny, Jett calls in ex-SEALS. But when Jett is kidnapped, she may be the next one dropped dead. Publisher’s Note: Dropped Dead is the second in a series of suspenseful mysteries with a baffling series of crimes that lead three female sleuths to surprising discoveries and shocking resolutions. Readers who enjoy clean and wholesome entertainment with a touch of humor, romance, and paranormal will not want to miss this exciting series. “S.L. Menear knows how to write an entertaining and fun mystery. She’s definitely hit her stride with DROPPED DEAD, second in her Jettine Jorgensen series, that offers more than the usual number of victims, quirky characters, and a plot that will keep you guessing until the end. Add in attractive men and women anxious to get together, and this book will keep you smiling well past your usual bedtime.” ~Ray Flynt, author of Brad Frame mysteries “Who needs Charlie’s Angels when you can have Jettine Jorgensen and her ladies? A retired Naval Intelligence officer, Jett is busy remodeling the family estate while preparing for a new career as a private investigator. She’s gathered a group of women as beautiful as they are deadly to help her in this enterprise. And then an unexpected visitor “drops” in...a corpse with feet in a bucket of concrete tossed onto her property from a passing airplane. Worse, Jett knows the man, as well as the subsequent victims that keep falling from the sky.With non-stop action moving from South Florida to Alaska, S.L. Menear delivers an exciting mystery filled with gorgeous women, handsome men, and a killer who will stop at nothing for vengeance.S. L. Menear’s Dropped Dead is a barrel roll of a read that will keep you breathless and guessing to the end.” ~Diane A.S. Stuckart, NYT Bestselling Author The Jettine Jorgensen Mystery Series Dead Silent Dropped Dead Dead Ends

Submerged secrets and a deadly affair greet Jett Jorgensen at her Navy homecoming in Dead Silent, a murder mystery from S.L. Menear. —Banyan Isle, Florida, Present Day— While on leave, Navy Intelligence Officer, Jettine Jorgensen, returns to Banyan Isle to revisit the unsolved cold case of her parents’ deaths, only to discover two bodies under her guest bed—the recently deceased Mayor Peabody, and his very-much-alive and panicked paramour. Jett’s best friend, police detective Gwen Stuart, comes to Jett’s aid, along with Sophia DeLuca, Jett’s live-in dog nanny and daughter of a late mafia kingpin. When Jett’s dive boat is bombed, her car explodes while investigating her parents’ crash site, and Sophia stops an armed intruder after discovering Jett’s security guard dead, it quickly becomes apparent that someone with long-held secrets wants them all Dead Silent. Publisher’s Note: Dead Silent is the first in series of suspenseful mysteries with a baffling series of crimes that lead three female sleuths to surprising discoveries and shocking resolutions. Readers who enjoy clean and wholesome entertainment with a touch of humor, romance, and paranormal will not want to miss this exciting series. The Jettine Jorgensen Mystery Series Dead Silent Dropped Dead

Mystery and Murder Collide in an Unforgettable Soiree of Suspense in Dead Ends, a Murder Mystery from S.L. Menear — Palm Beach County, Present Day — When a renowned British MP is found murdered, Jettine Jorgensen finds herself at the heart of another chilling mystery. Just two months following the harrowing body-drop murders, Jett hosts a ten-day Mystery Fest at her illustrious Valhalla Castle, bringing together the crème de la crème of mystery aficionados, each with secrets lurking beneath their practiced exteriors. But the mysterious and sinister death of the MP is just the beginning. Amid the ensuing chaos, a seance led by best-selling author Lady Amelia Ainsworth unveils disturbing accusations, drawing Jett's international guests into a web of suspicion. But, when the body count begins to rise, loyalties are tested, forcing Jett to unravel a complex tapestry of deceit, utilizing her unique intuition and the spirit world. But with her closest friend entangled in a love affair with a suspected murderer and her own heart torn between duty and desire, Jett faces her most personal challenge yet as she searches for a killer before the curtain falls on her own story. Publisher’s Note: Dead Ends is the third in a series of suspenseful mysteries with a baffling series of crimes that lead three female sleuths to surprising discoveries and shocking resolutions. Readers who enjoy clean and wholesome entertainment with a touch of humor, romance, and paranormal will not want to miss this exciting series. The Jettine Jorgensen Mystery Series Dead Silent Dropped Dead Dead Ends Dead Reckoning About the Author: A trailblazer in aviation, Sharon shattered the glass ceiling as US Airways' first female pilot in 1980, a time when women pilots constituted less than 0.5% of the global total. Her peers dubbed her "Bombshell," a testament to her standout presence in a male-dominated field. Sharon skillfully piloted an array of aircraft, including Boeing 727s and 737s, DC-9s, and BAC 1-11s, ascending to the rank of captain in just seven years. Her journey into aviation was preceded by a glamorous stint as a water-sports and boating model, followed by globetrotting adventures as a flight attendant for Pan American World Airways. Sharon's passion for flying extends to piloting antique and experimental aircraft, as well as engaging with fighter airplanes in diverse international settings. Now residing on a picturesque South Florida island, Sharon continues to inspire readers through her rich legacy in aviation.

Join Former Navy Intelligence Officer Jettine (Jett) Jorgensen on Her First Three Unforgettable Cases in South Florida Book 1 - Dead Silent Navy Intelligence Officer Jettine "Jett" Jorgensen faces a web of danger and deception upon her homecoming to Banyan Island, Florida. Intent on unraveling the cold case of her parents’ mysterious demise, Jett's return is marked by a chilling discovery: the bodies of Mayor Peabody and his panicked lover hidden under her guest bed. With the help of her best friend, police detective Gwen Stuart, and Sophia DeLuca, her live-in dog nanny with mafia ties, Jett finds herself embroiled in a perilous investigation. Escalating violence—a bombed dive boat at her parents’ underwater crash site, a car explosion, and a thwarted attack by an armed intruder, all point to an adversary determined to keep lethal secrets buried. As they delve deeper, the trio confronts a conspiracy that threatens not only to silence them forever, but also to shatter the serene facade of Banyan Isle. Book 2 – Dropped Dead The serene life of apprentice private detective Jett Jorgensen is disrupted by a series of grim events on Banyan Isle, Florida. Working toward establishing her Valkyrie Private Detective Agency, Jett had hoped for an influx of clients, not corpses with their feet encased in concrete. As if the startling arrival of dead bodies at her doorstep wasn't alarming enough, the appearance of five king cobras on her estate raises the stakes further. Jett's situation is complicated by Mona Wang, a new associate harboring a lethal secret that threatens everyone involved. The situation spirals out of control with the kidnapping of Jett's dog nanny, prompting Jett to enlist the help of ex-SEALs. However, the danger hits closer to home when Jett herself is kidnapped, teetering on the brink of becoming the next victim in a chilling chain of events. Book 3 – Dead Ends Jett hosts a Mystery Fest at her Valhalla Castle, attracting mystery enthusiasts worldwide. The event quickly turns sinister when a British MP is found murdered, initiating a series of deadly events that plunge the gathering into chaos. Amidst the opulence, a séance led by renowned author Lady Amelia Ainsworth uncovers disturbing secrets, casting suspicion on the distinguished guests. As the body count rises, Jett, equipped with her keen intuition and a connection to the spirit world, is forced to navigate a complex maze of deceit to uncover the killer. Publisher’s Note: The Jettine Jorgensen Mystery Box Set features the first three books in a series of suspenseful mysteries with baffling crimes that lead three female sleuths to surprising discoveries and shocking resolutions. Readers who enjoy clean and wholesome entertainment with a touch of humor, romance, and paranormal will not want to miss this exciting series. The Jettine Jorgensen Mystery Series Dead Silent Dropped Dead Dead Ends Dead Reckoning About the Author: A trailblazer in aviation, Sharon shattered the glass ceiling as US Airways' first female pilot new hire in 1980, a time when women pilots constituted less than 0.5% of the global total. Her peers dubbed her "Bombshell," a testament to her standout presence in a male-dominated field. Sharon skillfully piloted an array of aircraft, including Boeing 727s and 737s, DC-9s, and BAC 1-11s, ascending to the rank of captain in just seven years. Her journey into aviation was preceded by a glamorous stint as a water-sports and boating model, followed by globetrotting adventures as a flight attendant for Pan American World Airways. Sharon's passion for flying extends to piloting antique and experimental aircraft, as well as third-world fighter airplanes.

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