Scottsdale's favorite investigator, Laura Black, returns in a new thrilling romantic mystery. In her latest adventure, Laura has teamed up with Professor Mindy Parker. The professor thinks that she's found a lost gold mine that's full of ancient treasures. Unfortunately, the bad guys also know about the gold and will stop at nothing to get their hands on it. Danielle also had a problem, men are out to kill her and she's looking for somewhere to hide. Fortunately, Sophie and Gina are there to lend a helping hand and keep the bad guys at bay. If that weren't enough, the gorgeous Max has plans for Laura that go beyond helping him negotiate peace between the rival gangs. With equal parts of romance, thrills, and adventure, Scottsdale Sting is the perfect book for a day at the beach or a night by the fire. "A great chick-lit mystery with plenty of humor. I love a strong female lead who gets herself into crazy situations only to have a hot guy come to her rescue. This is a must-read." More Books in the "Laura Black Mystery Series" by BA Trimmer * * * SCOTTSDALE HEAT (Book #1) Take one devastatingly handsome Scottsdale police detective. Add one outrageously sexy female investigator who only wants to save the world. Introduce her to the gorgeous bad boy of the local crime family. Mix in a dose of murder, a pocketful of diamonds, and a handful of Russian mobsters... And you've got yourself some SCOTTSDALE HEAT. * * * SCOTTSDALE SQUEEZE - - (Book #2) Laura teams up with a posse of sexy Scottsdale cougars to help rescue a friend who's been kidnapped. Her main problem? Deciding which of two gorgeous boyfriends she wants to be with! * * * SCOTTSDALE SIZZLE -- (Book #3) Laura finds herself in the middle of a treasure hunt, but murder lurks behind every clue. Good thing she has two strong men to help her look. Or is having two such a good idea? * * * SCOTTSDALE SCORCHER - - (Book #4) Laura helps a friend search for a missing man. Unfortunately, Laura's enemies are also searching for her. Laura makes up her mind about the man she wants to be with -- unfortunately, love is never quite that easy. * * * SCOTTSDALE STING -- (Book #5) Laura teams up with famous action movie star Stig Stevens. They're looking for a dead body that seems to have disappeared from Stig's pool. Things go from bad to worse when a gang of mercenaries and an international bugler decide to help. What's a Scottsdale girl to do? * * * SCOTTSDALE SHADOW -- (Book #7) Laura Black is on the hunt for a client's father with a shadowy past. The trail leads her on an adventure across Arizona to a dark casino where every fantasy can come true. Unfortunately, poking her nose into things she shouldn't has deadly consequences. Max has arranged a romantic trip for Laura. Who knew vacations could be so dangerous? * * * SCOTTSDALE SECRET -- (Book #8) A quiet and romantic ski trip to Colorado is shattered when an international assassin tries to eliminate Max and Laura. The more they learn about him, the worse their situation becomes. Will they find a solution before they are taken out, permanently? * * * SCOTTSDALE SILENCE -- (Book #9) Laura has discovered a deadly blackmail ring involving the husband of client Jessica Palmer. Unfortunately, the blackmailers discover Laura's meddling and decide to take vengeance. Good thing Laura has both Max and Gabriella to watch her back. Laura's also on the hunt for someone who's sabotaging weddings. Will she be able to discover who is behind it all before Grandma Packham has a wedding disaster?