L. J. Aldon
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“A fast-paced, heart-racing mystery that fans of Agatha Christie and Dan Brown will love!”
History is written by the living. But the dead have their own stories to tell.
Pucci Riddle has built a career as a critic and investigator, uncovering the hidden histories of the world’s finest liquors. But when a jeweled cipher is discovered inside a locket from the infamous Cheapside Hoard, her rare gift for seeing ghosts draws her into a mystery centuries old—and far more dangerous than she ever imagined.
Pucci follows its trail to Scotland, where ancient castles rise from the mist, rugged coastlines whisper of forgotten legends, and centuries-old ruins guard their secrets. What begins as a simple writing assignment quickly spirals into a treacherous hunt for an artifact tied to the Knights Templar, Rosslyn Chapel, and the mystical powers of King Solomon.
As spectral voices whisper cryptic clues, Pucci realizes she’s not the only one searching for the truth. An unseen enemy will stop at nothing to reclaim the cipher and unlock an ancient power lost to time.
With her friends and Detective Olan Lathen—a man whose investigative instincts are as sharp as his buried connection to this mystery—Pucci must decipher an ancient code, evade ruthless adversaries, and unravel the truth… before the Shadow Man claims another victim.
Praise for
Riddle of the Jeweled Cipher
Five-Five Star Reviews from Readers Favorite
“Great characters and an exciting plot promise entertainment to any cozy/mystery reader. Fans of paranormal cozies will appreciate the eerie atmosphere, complex characters, and twisty plot.”
“The author excels at character-driven storytelling, elegant pacing, and layered mysteries…a rewarding read for fans of paranormal mysteries, historical puzzles, and strong female leads. Riddle of the Jeweled Cipher invites readers into a world where intuition, intellect, and the spirit world intersect.”
“Author L. J. Aldon writes an engaging, entertaining, and exciting mystery that skillfully combines supernatural elements and a compelling treasure hunt. Pucci is a refreshingly original protagonist.... Riddle of the Jeweled Cipher is a fast-paced, heart-racing mystery that fans of Agatha Christie and Dan Brown will love!”
“These intriguing puzzles and the rich gothic settings make this a standout paranormal mystery that’s better than any I’ve read this year so far. Overall, I would certainly recommend Riddle of the Jeweled Cipher to fans of sophisticated mystery fiction with lovable characters and a ghoulish twist or two.”
“By linking the mystery back as far as King Solomon, the many legends of the Knights Templar, and Rosslyn Chapel, the story had an air of potential truth and a historical span that gave it depth and breadth. This was my first introduction to this character, and the story has me excited about the possibilities of discovering more of her adventures. Perhaps that is the highest compliment one can give any author. I found myself thoroughly enjoying this read and highly recommend it.”
Pucci Riddle is not your average freelance journalist and blogger. Along with a zest for life and a deep knowledge of craft-made liquors, she was born with an unusual gift: she sees ghosts.
Though her psychic abilities often interfere, Pucci tries to live a normal life. Let’s face it: Who would want to date a woman who talks to dead people?
When Pucci goes to Grand Cayman for a workingholiday, she is surprised by a ghost at a rum tasting. It quickly becomes clear that the ghost wants her help to solve a murder.
Pucci has never solved a murder before, but she's not the kind of woman who backs down from a challenge. After she innocently tells the police the location of the body— and becomes a suspect in the murder— Pucci enlists the help of an old flame, a detective from Scotland Yard. Together they set out to solve the mystery before them, a trail— strewn with kidnappings, riddles, sunken ships—that will lead them tohidden treasure, perhaps the greatest hoard ever found on British soil.
But Pucci and her allies must make haste. Not only are the police after her. The Dark Entities and the ruthless Shadow Man are hot on her trail.
Praise for
Riddle of the Haunted Hoard
Book 1 of the Pucci Riddle Mystery Series
“Gripping, entertaining, and filled with unexpected twists. It will leave you eagerly awaiting the next installment.”
“Aldon’s prose is sharp and comfortably marries Pucci’s psychic abilities with the procedural elements of the investigation…Very highly recommended!”
“The integration of historical elements with modern investigation techniques creates a unique narrative flow”
Five-Five Star Reviews
from Readers Favorite
Semi-Finalist for Mystery and Mayhem and Paranormal International Chanticleer Book Award!
Lisa J. Aldon is the author of Riddle of the Jeweled Cipher and the International Semi-Finalist Award winner, Riddle of the Haunted Hoard, the two novels in the Pucci Riddle Mystery series. She currently lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico where she also works as an engineer and consciousness leadership consultant. She is the author of the non fiction book “Transcendent Leadership and the Evolution of Consciousness”. Her passions are helping the planet evolve, her family and her dogs. She also loves helping earth bound spirits cross over.
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