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Victoria Gilbert

Victoria Gilbert, raised in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains, turned her early obsession with reading into a dual career as an author and librarian. She holds a B.A. in Theatre, a M.A. in Library Science, a second M.A. in Liberal Studies, and is a member of Sisters in Crime, International Thriller Writers, and Mystery Writers of America.

Genres: Cozy Mystery

New and upcoming books

July 2025

Death and the Librarian
(Blue Ridge Library Mystery, book 9)

January 2026

A Deadly Clue
(Hunter and Clewe Mystery, book 3)

Series

Blue Ridge Library Mystery
   1. A Murder for the Books (2017)
   2. Shelved Under Murder (2018)
   3. Past Due for Murder (2019)
   4. Bound for Murder (2020)
   5. A Deadly Edition (2020)
   6. Renewed for Murder (2021)
   7. Death in the Margins (2022)
   8. Murder Checks Out (2023)
   9. Death and the Librarian (2025)

Mirror of Immortality
1. Crown of Ice (2019)
2. Scepter of Fire (2019)

Book Lover's B&B Mystery
   1. Booked for Death (2020)
   2. Reserved for Murder (2021)
   3. A Fatal Booking (2022)

Hunter and Clewe Mystery
   1. A Cryptic Clue (2023)
   2. A Killer Clue (2024)
   3. A Deadly Clue (2026)

Campus Sleuth Mystery
1. Schooled in Murder (2025)

Books containing stories by Victoria Gilbert

A Touch of Magic (2019)
A YA Anthology
edited by
Janina Franck

Victoria Gilbert recommends

Stakeouts and Strollers (2026)
Rob Phillips
"A wonderful debut, Stakeouts and Strollers by Rob Phillips blends page-turning action, witty dialogue, and endearing characters into the perfect traditional mystery cocktail... Highly recommended for all mystery fans!"

Murder on Devil's Pond (2024)
(Hummingbird Hollow B&B Mystery, book 1)
Ayla Rose
"Ayla Rose's Murder on Devil's Pond is a captivating start to a new mystery series. Featuring well-developed characters, an intriguing mystery, and a vivid evocation of its Vermont setting, this book captures the reader's attention from page one. Highly recommended for those who enjoy books with sophisticated plotting, deep characterization, and immersive setting and atmosphere. Readers will be looking forward to the next book in the series as soon as they finish this one."

The Last Line (2024)
Scott Lyerly
"Scott Lyerly's The Last Line features a diverse cast of characters caught up in the drama inherent in the production of a play, especially one where the lead actor dies on stage. Mystery lovers will enjoy the plethora of viable suspects, motives, and clues, while theatre aficionados will appreciate the detailed depiction of a small regional theater company. A police procedural as well as a traditional, small-town mystery, The Last Line should please a wide variety of readers."

Final Cut (2023)
(Hollywood Mystery, book 1)
Marjorie McCown
"An intriguing mystery featuring a film shoot in Hollywood, Final Cut by Marjorie McCown offers well-developed characters, a cleverly designed plot, and an intelligent and interesting costumer protagonist. The author's extensive experience in the film industry provides a fascinating look into this unique world, drawing the reader into every scene. Engaging from first page to last, this book shines with definite 'star quality.'"

Snuffed Out (2023)
(Magic Candle Shop Mystery, book 1)
Valona Jones
"An inventive take on the paranormal, a twisty mystery, and a satisfying romance. Fans of cozy paranormal mysteries will welcome this new addition to the genre."

Steeped to Death (2022)
(Witches' Brew Mystery, book 1)
Gretchen Rue
"Steeped to Death by Gretchen Rue blends all the ingredients of a classic cozy mystery - a tea shop and bookstore in a charming small town, a cat companion, delicious descriptions of tea and baked goods, a hint of romance, and a savvy heroine - into a delightful brew. Also infused with a bit of magic, this series debut will appeal to anyone who enjoys sipping a cup of tea beside a cozy fire and solving the mystery along with the intrepid protagonist."

The Art of the Decoy (2022)
(Scandal Mountain Antiques Mystery, book 1)
Trish Esden
"The Art of the Decoy by Trish Esden is an exciting start to a new mystery series, featuring intriguing characters, a charming New England setting, and a fascinating deep dive into the world of antiques and folk-art. Like the valuable decoys of the title, this book is both unique and authentic, offering an intelligent and intrepid heroine who's not afraid to face danger to sleuth out the truth. Highly recommended for readers who enjoy well-developed characters, sophisticated plotting, and a bit of edginess and adventure in their mysteries."

Murder at the Lakeside Library (2021)
(Lakeside Library Mystery, book 1)
Holly Danvers
"Murder at the Lakeside Library by Holly Danvers provides the perfect virtual vacation at a rustic Wisconsin cabin that includes a private lending library—as long as you don’t mind a little murder along with your getaway! A great read that features rekindled friendships, family secrets, a twisty mystery, and a hint of romance."

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