High Strung (Glass Bead Mystery Series Book 1)

A Humorous Cozy Mystery for Readers Who Love Beads, and Even Those Who Don’t
After inheriting a house in Seattle, Jax O’Connell is living the life of her dreams as a glass beadmaker and jewelry designer. When she gets an offer to display her work during a bead shop’s opening festivities, it’s an opportunity Jax can’t resist—even though the store’s owner is the surliest person Jax has ever met.

The weekend’s events become a tangled mess when a young beadmaker is found dead nearby and several oddball bead enthusiasts are suspects. Jax must string together the clues to clear her friend Tessa’s name—and do it before the killer strikes again.

PRAISE FOR HIGH STRUNG
“A fun mystery series with wacky characters, sparkly jewelry, a fiery torch and, of course, murders.”
—Nikki Haverstock, author of the Target Practice Mysteries

“Janice Peacock writes a strong and unique cozy mystery. In between information on the world of glass beads, the reader is given a first-class mystery to solve that is entertaining and charming. Her characters are real and strong, her wordplay effortless, her sense of urgency skillful, and her story-telling skills are first-rate. Ms. Peacock continues to grow into the difficult role of writing a lasting and engaging cozy series, one that baffles, enlightens and endears.”
—Heather Haven, multi-award winning author of the Alvarez Family Murder Mysteries

“Jam-packed with detail, deception and more than a few twists and surprises. The characters are very believable and their dialogue is very well written. I also enjoyed a few laugh out loud moments.”
—Lori Caswell, Great Escapes Blog Tours and Vine Voice Reviewer

“The interaction between all the characters is fun to read, and there are plenty of humorous incidents as well. Mojitos will make me smile for the rest of my life!”
—Teresa Kander, Book Babble