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Olivia Ocean
Cruise Ship Mysteries
The Olivia Ocean Cruise Ship Mysteries
Book 1
🚢 Murder, Mystery, and Mischief at Sea! 🐾
Cruise ship photographer Olivia Ocean thought her new job aboard the luxurious Moonlit Majesty would be smooth sailing—until she catches someone trying to toss a tiny kitten overboard. Her daring rescue of the furball (soon christened Pickle) doesn’t just save whiskers—it lands her smack in the middle of a deadly crime scene in the ship’s hidden cargo hold.
Now, armed with her camera, a clue-sniffing cat, and an inconvenient knack for stumbling into trouble, Olivia must navigate glittering ballrooms, secret crew-only passages, and buffets with suspiciously good cheesecake. Teaming up with the ship’s mysteriously handsome security officer, she’s determined to catch a killer before the next port of call—or at least before Pickle chews through another camera strap!
Book 2
Murder, Mischief, and Mayhem Return to the High Seas!
Cruise ship photographer Olivia Ocean is finally finding her sea legs aboard the Moonlit Majesty. With a promotion in sight and a camera full of tropical sunsets, she’s ready to enjoy smooth sailing—until a family reunion portrait session ends in murder.
Now, Olivia’s dream job is once again on shaky waters. Between bossy relatives with hidden grudges, secret relationships bubbling under the surface, and one very opinionated kitten named Pickle who insists on “helping,” Olivia’s lens is full of suspects.
Armed with her photos, a knack for noticing what others miss, and the reluctant cooperation of the ship’s grumpy-but-gorgeous security manager, she must untangle the mystery before another passenger takes an unexpected dive.
Book 3
A cat who knows too much.
Three sleuths who can’t resist a mystery.
And a cruise ship full of secrets.
When Olivia Ocean sets sail with a new batch of passengers, she doesn’t expect to find herself in the middle of a case that spans three cozy worlds. But when her cat Pickle uncovers something suspicious below deck, Olivia joins forces with culinary whiz Mallory Beck, her spirited sidekick Amber, and quick-witted investigator Tabitha Chase.
Can they solve the mystery before the ship docks—or will this be one cruise that ends in catastrophe?
Perfect for fans of crossover cozies, cats with attitude, and crime-solving friendship circles.
Grab your sunhat, your sleuthing notebook, and climb aboard the Moonlit Majesty for a mystery you won’t forget!
Book 4
Lights, camera... murder?
As one of the resident photographers aboard the Moonlit Majesty, Olivia Ocean is used to capturing smiling vacationers, sunset portraits, and the occasional conga line—not glamorous film stars. But when a high-profile movie crew boards the ship to celebrate the end of their latest production, Olivia’s job takes an unexpected—and thrilling—turn.
That excitement quickly turns to chaos when a member of the cast is pushed overboard under suspicious circumstances.
With the ship reeling and gossip spreading faster than sea spray, Olivia—along with her clever, camera-loving cat, Pickle—finds herself drawn into a tangled web of secrets, rivalries, and hidden motives. And with the ship’s security stretched thin, she may be the only one who can piece the puzzle together.
Can Olivia uncover the truth before the killer slips away with the tide?
A charming cruise ship mystery full of wit, twists, and seaside suspense—perfect for readers who love smart heroines, feline sidekicks, and a touch of glamour on the high seas.
Book 5
Big Hair, Bigger Secrets... and a Killer on Board.
When cruise ship photographer Olivia Ocean is assigned to capture the neon thrills of the Retro Rewind Cruise, she expects leg warmers, lip-sync battles, and a splash of Aqua Net—not murder.
But when an '80s rock band announces their retirement while at sea and the lead singer's brand-new bride ends up dead, Olivia finds herself tangled in a mystery more twisted than a cassette tape. With her trusty feline sidekick, Pickle, and brooding ship Security Manager Miles Blackwell at her side, Olivia must navigate a ship full of suspects—from obsessed super fans to jealous bandmates.
As the cruise ship sails closer to port and the clues pile up faster than Olivia’s photo backlog, she’ll need to solve the case before the killer strikes again… or before she becomes the next throwback tragedy.
Lights. Camera. Murder. Welcome aboard.
Book 6
A cruise full of workouts, wellness… and one deadly workout gone wrong.
Cruise ship photographer Olivia Ocean expected her latest assignment on the Moonlit Majesty to mean sunshine, smoothies, and scenic photoshoots—not a celebrity bodybuilder crushed beneath a sabotaged weight machine.
When Gage “The Granite” Gienger’s after-hours workout turns fatal, Olivia and her clever rescue cat Pickle are pulled into another high-seas mystery. Security Manager Miles Blackwell is as steady and sharp as ever, though even he can’t shake the feeling that something about this case doesn’t add up.
Was the trap set for the hot-headed fitness model?
The wellness guru with a dangerous secret?
Or someone who was never meant to be near the gym at all?
Meanwhile, Olivia’s dear friend Eleanor, the ship’s elderly librarian, is attacked onshore in Europe while researching rare book forgeries. Miles and Olivia race to find her, even though they have reason to believe the killer onboard may strike again.
With tensions rising, secrets surfacing, and another “accident” looming, Olivia must rely on her camera, her instincts, and one clever cat to expose a killer before the cruise loses another passenger.
If you love cozy whodunits with clever sleuths, charming ships, and cats who save the day, set sail with Olivia Ocean today.
Sun, sea, and sabotage—just another day aboard the Moonlit Majesty.
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Curious cats and more
These cozy mysteries are about more than solving crimes—they're about found family, second chances, and choosing where you belong. 💛
Always family friendly
These cozy whodunits keep the danger off-page and the charm front and center.
Gentle suspense. Clever clues. Big heart.
If you miss the charm of classic TV mysteries, you’ll feel right at home.
Comfort food
Baking, bonding, and solving crimes—one casserole at a time.
Small-town charm
Multiple books. Connected characters. No cliffhangers. Clean reads only.
Clean. Clever. Comforting.
These are the kind of mysteries you read with a blanket, a warm drink, and zero stress.
Wonderful characters you will love getting to know throughout the story. The story line is well written, filled with twists and turns, intrigue, suspense and mystery and you can't stop turning the pages. Definitely recommend this!
~ 5 star review from buzymomof2 on Book Bub
Fun, Entertaining, and Mentally Stimulating all in one Great Read.
~ 5 star review from Betty on Good Reads
I could not put the book down and read it in one setting! I was glad I had the time to do so because I didn’t want to stop! I got involved with the story at the onset and I was hooked!
~ 5 star review from Chad on Good Reads
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Denise Jaden is the author of bestselling cozy mysteries as well as young adult fiction and nonfiction for writers.
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