I am so happy! I just finished this book, and I think it’s my favorite of the series so far. Charlene has come a long way since the first book, and she’s ready to move forward…if it wasn’t for the pesky murders that keep taking place. I figured out pretty quickly who the actual murderer was, but I had no idea why. This book kept my guessing as to why with a lot of drama between the pages. I’m quite enjoying the characters including Charlene’s current guests in the books. I almost cried at the end, but I’m glad that things are changing…a little. I can’t wait to see what Charlene’s newest decisions will impact in her life. Highly recommend. I was provided a complimentary copy which I voluntarily reviewed.

Such a fun series. I came to it rather belatedly but each book I have read works well as a stand alone. True, there remain some unanswered questions in my mind that may or may not have been answered in previous books, like why is the ghostly Dr. Jack Strathmore stuck not only on earth but cannot leave that particular property. But, in the grand scheme of things, you just accept and move along because, well, you'll quickly be intrigued. Besides Charlene, the Mrs. Morris of the title, only Silva, her cat, seems able to see him. It's rather obvious that were he still among the living, Charlene and he would make a great pair. As it is, though, his mere existence creates complications for Charlene's budding relationship with Detective Sam Holden who doesn't believe in such nonsense as ghosts and such. Uh, oh....

This book focuses on the murder of Trinity Powers, a former movie legend known for her role as the mermaid Sirena. She's been living a reclusive life for decades for reasons unknown but returns to her home town of Salem to participate in the town's new, hoped-to-be annual mermaid parade and festival. Unfortunately, she never makes the parade. Alannah, her younger rival for "most popular" mermaid does, however. Could she be the killer? She does seem self-absorbed and wasn't even invited to the festival but invited herself. Pushy much? How about her father? Their relationship is odd, definitely strained. He also seems to have turned to drink. Then there are the obsessed, over-the-top fan club presidents, so to speak. Or maybe the artist filled with angst after Trinity derided his design for the festival's collectible tee-shirt? He did take off and go into hiding almost immediately at the approach of a police officer after the murder, after all.

Heck, even some of the fans gathered for the festival, several staying at Charlene's B & B, seem obsessed with the mermaid lifestyle. They travel from show to show, in costume, and spend big bucks for anything mermaid. Could one of them have decided to remove Trinity, the older, more classical mermaid actress as a means to curry favor with the ambitious Alannah? In other words, lots of suspects and twists and turns, not to mention side-stories.

Bottom line, I thoroughly enjoyed this one and am already looking forward to the next. I felt very comfortable dropping into Charlene's world, ghosts, witches, and all. I not only liked Charlene but the rest of the characters, even her spectral friend Jack. Both make giant steps forward in their lives (can I call Jack's ghostly existence a life?), and, oh, my, so glad to see Charlene's relationship with Sam make some huge strides. I guess I can say that I came for the mystery but it's the characters that keep me coming back. Between them and the lure of Salem's history, this series is a winner in my book. Now, if I could just find time to go back and see which of my lingering questions have been long answered in past books. Thanks #NetGalley and #KensingtonBooks - #KensingtonCozies for letting me catch up to their present, however.

Another great book in the Mrs. Morris series, it had everything that I enjoyed from the other books in this series. I enjoyed the mystery elements through this book and how charming the world and characters are.

When a retired actress, with ties to Salem agreed to participate in the first annual mermaid parade, Charlene‘s finds herself hosting several guests who participate in the mermaid lifestyle. Not only does Charlene learn a lot about how these people travel from event to event and their costumes, she learns that they were tired actresses movie was remade recently, and the star of that movie has also turned up in town uninvited

When Trinity powers is found dead in her hotel room, Charlene Hester, wonder whether she is living with a murderer under her roof, or whether one of several other suspects killed the woman who was on the cusp of making a comeback. Can Charlene and Jack solve the case or will Charlene be dragged under and drown in the case?

What I love most about this series is that it takes on multiple paranormal beings. Who is the say witches ghost or even mermaids aren’t real? You’ll find yourself working alongside Charlene and Jack to figure out whodunit and wondering where my next book will take them.

After her husband was killed, Charlene Morris moved from Chicago to Salem, Massachusetts and opened a B&B, hoping to help her heal and discover a new life. She's made friends here, and along the way discovered that both witches and ghosts are real. Especially the ghost of Dr. Jack Strathmore, who haunts the home that used to be his, and has become Charlene's closest confidante. If only he were human again...

She has a full house with people attending the first mermaid festival that the town's hosted, including the star of the original film Sirena, about a mermaid and her adventures, Trinity Powers. But a surprise guest shows up with her entourage, Alannah, the woman who remade the sequel and believes she's better than the original actor. Now, the town is filled with people who are Team Trinity or Team Alannah, and the results aren't pretty...

Even the B&B has their share of them, but at least they are behaving themselves. Well, some of them, anyway...

When there's a murder and Charlene discovers the body, Detective Sam Holden tells her to stay away from it. But if the killer turns out to be someone who's one of her guests, how is she supposed to do that? As things progress, her friend Brandy also asks for her help in proving that one of her own friends isn't a murderer. Now Charlene is right in the middle, but at least she has ghostly help from Jack. However, things are heating up with Sam, and it's causing Charlene internal angst.

With everything going on, can she locate a killer before the person strikes again? And will she be able to keep her guests happy and herself away from the murderer?

This is the eighth book in the series and I have read them all. I also have loved them all. Charlene is progressing in her life in Salem, with staunch friends around her, and of course, Jack, who can be seen and heard only by Charlene and her cat, Silva.

This book has quite a bit going on in it, and I won't say too much about that in order not to spoil it for others. I will say that it is definitely worth reading, as Ms. Wilton has once again engaged us in a tasty tale that keeps us reading all the way through. The plot and subplots are all interesting, with enough intrigue, secrets, and lies to wield the story well, and when the killer is discovered, it all comes together nicely and leaves us wanting more. The ending gives us a hint of what is to come, and you will have to discover it yourself. Highly recommended.

Salem has never been so fun. Touch of ghost and a touch of murder makes for a fun read.Always looking forward to the next one.

I have enjoyed all the books I have read so far in the Salem B&B series. I love Charlene and the interactions she has with the people of Salem, Massachusetts as well as her guests at the B&B. The characters are well developed. When you factor in her resident ghost, Jack, you are in for a treat. The story will take you on a roller coaster ride of twists and turns. Lots of suspects and Charlene’s efforts to help the police identify the killer will hold your attention. While this is the eighth book in the series, you could read it as a standalone. But I would recommend you go back and read all of the books in the series because they are worth the time. Just a delightful read that had me flipping through the pages quickly to find out whodunit!

Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Cozies for my advanced review copy. All opinions and thoughts are my own.

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Another cozy mystery in the Salem B&B Mystery series by Traci Wilton complete with a friendly ghost. Salem hosts the first annual mermaid parade with part of the registration proceeds set to go to the charity, Clean Oceans, an appropriate theme in today’s conservation efforts. It is a quick read with a good twist at the end that I didn’t see coming. These books are fun to read as a series but can be read as stand-alones, too.

Salem, Massachusetts is hosting its first mermaid parade. They've asked a movie star famous for a mermaid movie headline the parade. Trinity Powers was in a popular movie called Sirena 25 years ago. There's been a remake and there's a new popular mermaid Alanna. Alanna made some snide remarks publicly which created a feud between the fans. Charlene Morris is helping the new business and is helping Brandi with the parade. When Trinity fails to show up, Sharlene is sent to her hotel room where she finds a dead body. She starts to ask questions to find the killer.

I really enjoyed this book and following the clues with Charlene. I'm glad the romance is picking up a bit. The mystery was fantastic and kept me guessing until the end. I can't wait to read more of this series.

#MrsMorrisandtheMermaid #NetGalley is another fun addition to this series by Traci Wilton.
Charlene Morris opened her bed and breakfast after the death of her husband.
Set in Salem, Massachusetts, this series is always fun to read.
Charlene and her friends and guests are preparing for the first annual mermaid parade, and everyone is excited to participate.
Salem is celebrating Trinity Powers, the original actress of the movie Sirena, but not everyone is team Trinity.
There's a new mermaid in town and she has no problem telling everyone that Trinity is a washed up has been.
Unfortunately, a tragic death upsets the excitement and its up to Charlene, her best pal ghost detective Jack, and her current love interest, Detective Sam Holden.

I enjoy this series and I think this may be my favorite so far.
It was nice having so many guests interacting with Charlene and her friends, it made this book more interesting.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for selecting me to read an advanced copy of the book.

I always look forward to a new Mrs. Morris book. This is the 8th book in the series. Mrs. Morris and the Mermaid has Salem starting a new annual mermaid parade to earn money for the town and the ocean. Trinity Powers who was born and raised in Salem returns to lead the parade. She left for Hollywood at 10 and as an adult became a Mermaid in the popular Sirena movie. Not everyone loves the diva including the star of the remake, her partner and those who chose team Alannah. Who dislikes her enough to kill her? Charlene along with help from Jack, tries to find the answer .

This is a wonderful story with a not to easy to figure out mystery, a light amount of romance and great characters.