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Southern Breeze & Mimosa Trees

Southern Breeze & Mimosa Trees

Southern Breeze & Mimosa Trees

Southern Fiction & Coastal Romance 

When life in Atlanta no longer feels like home, Greer Lucas trades city lights for salt-kissed air, returning to the sleepy coastal Georgia town where she spent her childhood. Moving in with her beloved Aunt Hattie, Greer is welcomed into a circle of strong, spirited women who feel more like family than 

Southern Fiction & Coastal Romance 

When life in Atlanta no longer feels like home, Greer Lucas trades city lights for salt-kissed air, returning to the sleepy coastal Georgia town where she spent her childhood. Moving in with her beloved Aunt Hattie, Greer is welcomed into a circle of strong, spirited women who feel more like family than friends.

But beneath Hattie’s warm smiles and words of wisdom, a secret lingers—one that will change Greer’s world forever. As she navigates heartbreak, Greer finds unexpected comfort in Max Vaughn, her friend’s charming brother. Their slow-burning romance, built on laughter, long walks by the shore, and quiet understanding, reminds Greer that love, like the tide, can heal even the deepest wounds.

With the scent of mimosa blossoms in the air and the steady rhythm of the waves as her backdrop, Greer learns that life is a collection of small, beautiful moments. And in the embrace of her newfound family, she discovers that even in life’s hardest seasons, gratitude can be the strongest anchor of all.

A heartwarming novel about friendship, love, and the power of finding home where you least expect it—perfect for fans of small-town Southern charm, women’s friendships, and slow-burn coastal romance.

Light Roast Larceny

Southern Breeze & Mimosa Trees

Southern Breeze & Mimosa Trees

 A Cozy Mystery

Cici Larkin wasn't planning to become an amateur sleuth; she just wanted to figure out her next chapter after an unexpected layoff. Now, her days are filled with mystery novels, misadventures in cooking for her husband, and walks with her two tiny (but mighty) dogs under the Florida sun. She's built a strong community with 

 A Cozy Mystery

Cici Larkin wasn't planning to become an amateur sleuth; she just wanted to figure out her next chapter after an unexpected layoff. Now, her days are filled with mystery novels, misadventures in cooking for her husband, and walks with her two tiny (but mighty) dogs under the Florida sun. She's built a strong community with the retirees surrounding her, and she's fiercely protective of her friends.

When a string of odd petty thefts starts rattling her coastal community, Cici can't help but get curious. Why would someone steal trinkets and items easily missed? It doesn't add up, and Cici's determined to find out why. With the help of a sharp-witted local police officer and fueled by iced coffee and intuition, Cici follows the trail of clues through her tight-knit neighborhood and sandy side streets. But the deeper she digs, the stranger (and more dangerous) the mystery becomes.

Can Cici and her new friend solve the case before things get out of hand? Or will their seaside sleuthing brew up more trouble than they bargained for?

Light Roast Larceny is a feel-good, sun-soaked cozy mystery full of friendship, caffeine, and charm. A perfect read for fans of quirky heroines, small-town secrets, and a touch of danger served with their daily brew.

Works in progress

Southern Breeze & Mimosa Trees

Works in progress

Kate has several new works in progress! Check back often for status updates. 


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Southern Breeze & Mimosa Trees- AmazonSouthern Breeze & Mimosa Trees- The Crafty BookstoreLight Roast Larceny- Amazon (pre-order)Light Roast Larceny- Barnes & Noble (Pre-order)Light Roast Larceny- Kobo (Pre-order)

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