Bøker av Don Rich

Set in the quaint waterfront town of Cape Charles, Virginia, Coastal Caper is an intriguing mystery novel. The story revolves around Casey Shaw, who is intent on purchasing a waterfront property in the middle of town. Instead, he finds himself entangled in a murder mystery as the prime suspect.With small-town politics standing in the way of real justice, Casey finds himself being railroaded, and he has little choice but to depend on his friends from Mallard Cove Marina to investigate and solve the murder. They uncover a sinister plan to use the property as a cover for organized crime activities.As a mystery with a salty, coastal twist, readers can expect a thrilling adventure as Casey and his friends work to discover the identity of the true killer. The stakes get higher as they get closer to exposing the criminal plot, making it a race against time to keep Casey out of prison.Coastal Caper is the sixth book of the best-selling Coastal Adventures Series but can be enjoyed as a stand-alone novel.

In Coastal Cruise, Captain Bill "Baloney" Cooper agrees to help his niece by taking charge of her boss's old Chris Craft boat for a company "booze cruise" departing from Mallard Cove Marina on Virginia's Eastern Shore. Little did he know that what seemed like a simple favor would soon put not only his life but also the lives of those aboard that boat in grave danger. Is the danger linked to a Hatteras yacht from Nassau, owned by a curious inventor, or maybe it has something to do with an old Chesapeake buyboat and its suspicious crew? Regardless of its origin, Baloney's life is about to be irrevocably and forever changed, provided he can survive the looming threat. One of his loved ones won't be so lucky...Coastal Cruise, this eleventh installment of the best-selling Coastal Adventure Series by Don Rich, can be enjoyed as part of the series or as a stand-alone novel.

In Coastal Curse, Sandy Morgan, a bestselling novelist, decides to return to Mallard Cove Marina for a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle of the literary world. With him, he brings a new companion who has an intriguing family tree. However, Sandy's idyllic retreat is disrupted when he realizes that he has a stalker who's been obsessively tracking his every move.The stalker's presence becomes more and more creepy, leaving Sandy feeling somewhat trapped as he prepares for an upcoming reader and writer cruise to Bermuda. The cruise promises to be a dream vacation for many, but for Sandy, it's about to become six hundred miles of open ocean with nowhere to hide. Before he leaves, though, Sandy is given some cryptic words of advice and a protective gris-gris amulet from a mysterious Haitian voodoo priestess. With the threat from the stalker growing, Sandy hangs onto this talisman in his bid to stay safe. Some of the cruise passengers may not make it back alive, and Sandy is determined not to be one of them.Coastal Curse weaves together elements of a thriller, a mystery, and the supernatural, creating a gripping narrative that will keep you guessing with each turning page. Will Sandy manage to outwit his stalker and survive the perilous cruise to Bermuda, or will he become the next victim in this high-stakes game of cat and mouse?Coastal Curse is the eighth installment in Don Rich's bestselling Coastal Adventure Series, but it can also be read as a standalone novel.

Coastal Cats is an intriguing mystery novel set in the mid-Atlantic. In this fifth installment of the best-selling Coastal Adventures Series, Murph and his friends find themselves caught up in a puzzling and dangerous situation as large catamaran sailboats and their occupants begin to inexplicably vanish around the Chesapeake.The disappearances set the nerves of many boat owners in Mallard Cove Marina on edge. Then, the arrival of several new sailboats only adds to the chaos as the age-old rivalry between powerboaters and sailors erupts anew, making things worse as Baloney discovers a new nemesis that may get both of them kicked out of Mallard Cove.Then, while on their honeymoon in Bermuda, Marlin and Kari stumble onto a huge clue in the disappearances but find the Bermuda police to be of little help. Upon their return to the US, they team up with Murph and the gang, who are all determined to get to the bottom of these disappearances and find the hijackers who are responsible. They must race against time to solve the mystery and prevent more people from vanishing.Meanwhile, a revolutionary new invention in hydrofoil technology becomes the target of thieves after Murph and Lindsay have become heavily invested in the business that invented it. A hydrofoil catamaran race may settle the question of ownership of the technology, but bad weather is looming ahead. Whoever wins the race will have to face the worst that Mother Nature has to offer.Coastal Cats is a thrilling and suspenseful story where the protagonists must use their wits and teamwork to unravel the mystery behind the disappearances and bring the culprits to justice. Whether you're a fan of the Coastal Adventures Series or a newcomer, this is an exciting read for anyone interested in maritime mysteries and suspenseful tales.Coastal Cats is the fifth book in the Coastal Adventures Series but can also be enjoyed as a stand-alone novel.

We can't say we weren't warned. In a world where artificial intelligence has become a powerful force, its potential for both innovation and danger has never been clearer. When a colossal corporation's AI system falls into the wrong hands, Colt Toffler embarks on a mission to halt the impending catastrophe. To succeed, he must enlist the help of Kelly Edwards, a brilliant and resourceful computer expert.As Colt and Kelly race against time, they discover a nefarious plot to auction off the hijacked AI system to the highest bidder. But what starts as a high-stakes cyber chase quickly turns deadly, pushing them to their limits. They must confront not only the ruthless hijackers but also their own mortality at the hands of the conspirators.Can Colt and Kelly survive long enough to fulfill their mission and prevent the irreversible corruption of the world's most advanced technology? The battle to control the AI genie has begun, and the fate of the world's media hangs in the balance.

Coastal Tuna is an intriguing mystery novel involving the fishing industry and set in the world of reality television. The story revolves around Marlin Denton, who takes over a popular cable fishing show after the murder of the previous producer. As he attempts to continue the show at Mallard Cove Marina on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, he encounters stiff resistance from the former cast and crew from North Carolina, who don't want to see the show moved. Things take a dangerous turn when someone sets fire to one of the boats, nearly costing Marlin his life. This violent incident leads Marlin to realize that there is more at stake than he initially thought, and the death of the show producer might be connected to a larger conspiracy. But what is the underlying reason?Marlin and his friends work to unmask the killer and discover the motive behind the sabotage; they must race against time to prevent anyone else from being hurt in the battle with the now ex-cast members. Blending elements of mystery and suspense, as well as the world of fishing and reality television, this is a thrilling and suspenseful story that follows Marlin's journey to uncover the truth while keeping the new cast and crew safe from harm.Coastal Tuna is the fourth book in the Coastal Adventures Series by bestselling author Don Rich, but it can also be read as a stand-alone novel.

In Coastal Currency, a huge fish kill in the southern part of the Chesapeake Bay threatens many of the businesses on Virginia's Eastern Shore, including Mallard Cove. But what caused this massive, smelly mess? And why does a boat sale paid for with a thousand gold Krugerrands put Murph and Lindsay in the crosshairs of a shady Bermudan? How are a Chinese vegetable farm and a mysterious yet classic Chesapeake workboat connected to a drug and counterfeiting ring? All of the crew from Mallard Cove Marina will help to unravel these, and several other mysteries and questions await you in Coastal Currency!As with all of the other installments in the best-selling Coastal Adventure Series by Don Rich, Coastal Currency can also be enjoyed as a stand-alone novel.

Coastal Cousins is an intriguing story with elements of suspense, romance, and family secrets that is set against the backdrop of marina and coastal life. The story revolves around Marlin Denton, a fishing guide and outdoor writer, who hides the fact that he has a billionaire uncle from his friends in order to maintain his simple, uncomplicated life. However, when his uncle passes away before revealing a huge family secret, Marlin becomes the target of someone who is willing to go to great lengths, even murder, to protect that secret.Kari Albury, who manages a large real estate project on Virginia's Eastern Shore, becomes involved in Marlin's life and the dangerous secret surrounding his family. As their relationship deepens, Kari's own life becomes in jeopardy as well. The two must rely on the support of their fellow live-aboard residents at Mallard Cove Marina as they race against time to uncover the truth and stay alive.With its coastal setting and a mix of romance, mystery, and suspense, Coastal Cousins is a compelling read. It is the second installment of the Coastal Adventure Series but can also be enjoyed as a standalone novel.

Coastal Conspiracy is an exciting novel that combines elements of mystery, adventure, and suspense. The story revolves around Michael "Murph" Murphy and his girlfriend, Lindsay, who have a dream of purchasing a neglected marina on Virginia's Eastern Shore and making it their home and business. However, their plans are thrown into chaos when a bomb explodes on the property, putting their lives and their real estate deal in jeopardy.Murph and Lindsay must dodge danger and work to uncover the identity of the mysterious bomber and the sinister motive behind the explosion. With time running out, they need to enlist the help of a wild group of marina charter fishing crews to assist them in their quest to survive and save their new home.Coastal Conspiracy is the first book in the Coastal Adventure Series, promising readers a thrilling and action-packed narrative. This series offers a mix of stories with interconnected plots and characters that may be read in series or as stand-alone books, making each an engaging read for those who enjoy tales of intrigue, suspense, and adventure.