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Ashley Weaver

Ashley Weaver is the branch manager at Oberlin, the headquarters branch of the Allen Parish Libraries in Louisiana. Weaver has worked in libraries since she was 14; she was a page and then a clerk before obtaining her MLIS from Louisiana State University. She lives in Oakdale, Louisiana. Murder at the Brightwell is her first novel.

Genres: Historical Mystery

New and upcoming books

June 2025

One Final Turn
(Electra McDonnell, book 5)

Series

Amory Ames Mystery
   1. Murder At the Brightwell (2014)
   2. Death Wears a Mask (2015)
   3. A Most Novel Revenge (2016)
   3.5. Intrigue in Capri (2017)
   4. The Essence of Malice (2017)
   5. An Act of Villainy (2018)
   6. A Dangerous Engagement (2019)
   7. A Deception at Thornecrest (2020)

Electra McDonnell
   1. A Peculiar Combination (2021)
   2. The Key to Deceit (2022)
   3. Playing It Safe (2023)
   4. Locked in Pursuit (2024)
   5. One Final Turn (2025)

Award nominations

2015 Edgar Award for Best First Novel (nominee) : Murder At the Brightwell

Ashley Weaver recommends

A Deadly Endeavor (2024)
(Deadly Twenties Mystery, book 1)
Jenny Adams
"A stellar debut mystery! With complex and engaging characters, a suspenseful mystery, and vivid descriptions of life in Jazz Age Philadelphia, A Deadly Endeavor is a dazzling delight. I hope to see a lot more of Edie and Gil!"

Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord (2023)
(Lady Petra Inquires, book 1)
Celeste Connally
"Captivating...a sensational blend of mystery, suspense, and romance."

Final Cut (2023)
(Hollywood Mystery, book 1)
Marjorie McCown
"Smart, talented, and show-biz savvy, Joey Jessop is a Hollywood costumer with an eye for detail--and for clues--in this fast-paced and suspenseful debut. With a compelling cast of characters, a well-plotted puzzle, and fascinating industry insights, Final Cut is a guaranteed fit for movie and mystery lovers alike. I am already looking forward to Joey's next adventure!"

Of Manners and Murder (2023)
(Dear Miss Hermione Mystery, book 1)
Anastasia Hastings
"A delightful and engrossing first entry in the Dear Miss Hermione series. With an intriguing mystery, a dash of familial turmoil, and a blossoming romance, Of Manners and Murder is great fun from start to finish. I eagerly await Miss Hermione's next escapade!"

Die Around Sundown (2022)
(Henri Lefort Mysteries, book 1)
Mark Pryor
"Parisian detective Henri Lefort hunts for a killer while maintaining a precarious balancing act with Nazi occupiers in this gripping and tightly-plotted mystery. With vivid historical detail and fascinating psychological insights, Die Around Sundown perfectly captures the danger and intrigue of wartime Paris, and the sharp-witted, grim-humored Lefort proves he's a match for the best of the hardboiled detectives. Everything about this book is compelling; you won't want to put it down!"

Last Call at the Nightingale (2022)
(Last Call at the Nightingale, book 1)
Katharine Schellman
"Secrets and suspects abound as Vivian Kelly finds herself ensnared in a murder mystery at The Nightingale, a New York speakeasy, in this exciting and evocative series debut. Brimming with Jazz Age atmosphere, suspense, and a cast of engaging characters, Last Call at the Nightingale wonderfully captures both the decadence and the struggles of the Roaring Twenties, and Vivian is smart and gutsy, a character you'll root for. I'm already looking forward to her next adventure!"

A Botanist's Guide to Parties and Poisons (2022)
(Saffron Everleigh Mystery, book 1)
Kate Khavari
"A Botanist's Guide to Parties and Poisons combines all the things I love most in a mystery: a smart and charming heroine, a cleverly-plotted puzzle, and a hint of romance. Well-researched and brimming with the dangers of scientific intrigue, it's sure to keep readers turning pages. I hope to see a lot more of Saffron Everleigh!"

No Refuge from the Grave (2022)
(Mystery of Old San Francisco, book 5)
Nancy Herriman
"A tightly plotted, engrossing mystery that is rich in historical detail..."

Murder At Morrington Hall (2019)
(Stella and Lyndy Mystery, book 1)
Clara McKenna
"It will take more than an arranged marriage and a murder to thwart Stella Kendrick in this compelling mystery filled with twists and turns, intriguing characters, and rich historical detail. I fell in love with the clever and spirited Stella and her charming fiancé Lyndy as they navigate the perils posed by both romance and intrigue; I cannot wait to see what the future holds for them!"

Santa Fe Mourning (2018)
(Santa Fe Revival Mystery, book 1)
Amanda Allen
"Engrossing…With evocative descriptions and captivating historical detail, Amanda Allen paints a vivid picture of post-WWI Santa Fe and weaves a mystery that is sure to keep you guessing until the end!"

Murder in Belgravia (2018)
(Mayfair 100, book 1)
Lynn Brittney
"Murder in Belgravia offers an exciting blend of history and mystery as Chief Inspector Beech and his intrepid team of investigators seek to solve a murder in the often-dangerous environs of WWI-era London. Filled with rich period detail, a lively cast of characters, and fast-paced twists and turns, this novel will leave you cheering for Beech and company and eager for their next adventure!"

This Side of Murder (2017)
(Verity Kent, book 1)
Anna Lee Huber
"Suspenseful, atmospheric, and beautifully written."

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