Audiobooks by Lise McClendon

A Filthy Rich Affair: A MALCOUZIAC MYSTERY

"A Bennett Sisters Mystery Spinoff When a convoy of wealthy Americans touring France in vintage cars rolls into Merle Bennett’s quiet village, it seems like the perfect summer diversion—sunshine, old cars, and blood red wine. But when one of the drivers vanishes without a trace, the idyllic getaway grinds to a halt. Now, the glamorous château-turned-hotel is locked down by a gruff French detective, and tensions among the elite guests are rising fast. Caught in the chaos is tour guide Nell McLeod, who’s nursing a bruised heart and trying desperately to keep her high-maintenance clients from staging a rebellion. With the reluctant cooperation of the local police—and a cameo from Merle and Pascal themselves—Nell must navigate snobbery, secrets, and too much of the grape to unravel the truth about Gideon Sterling’s disappearance. Set in picturesque Malcouziac in the Dordogne region of southwest France, where Merle first stumbled into mystery and romance, A Filthy Rich Affair delivers a fresh twist on the Bennett Sisters world: new faces, old friends, flirty encounters, luxurious digs, and plenty of bad behavior. Because even among vintage roadsters, not everything is as polished as it seems…"

Lise McClendon (Author), Denice Stradling (Narrator)

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The Frenchman: A soupçon of danger in the French countryside

"A soupçon of danger, a brush with 'madame guillotine,' and the quirky characters of the French countryside, all collide in this fifth installment of the Bennett Sisters Mysteries, set in la belle France-- where, obviously, wine, sunshine, sunflowers, and Frenchmen cure all ills. Or do they?Merle Bennett goes back to France -- and her Frenchman (after 'The Things We Said Today.') Sure that France will cure all her ills, and help her write a novel about the French Revolution, she sets out to prove her theory correct. Pascal, her Frenchman, scoffs at this. As a policeman he knows France is pretty to look at but can be not that pretty under the surface. While Merle writes and renovates her stone cottage, Pascal encounters an old enemy, a man he put in prison years before. When Pascal disappears Merle isn't sure if their relationship is over, or something terrible has happened. 'The Frenchman' includes chapters of Merle's novel, a glimpse into life during the turmoil of the Revolution. With goats and a handsome stranger!"

Lise McClendon (Author), Denice Stradling (Narrator)

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The Last Letter from France: a Bennett Sisters mystery

"When her sister volunteers to help renovate the two cottages she owns in France, Merle is happy to have company. The cottages are a disaster– especially one that has mostly been inhabited by rodents for years. But inside the cottage are surprises. A packet of letters dating from World War One intrigue Merle. What happened to this soldier who was writing to his girlfriend back in England? Does his last letter, telling her to forget him, mean something terrible happened to him? As she digs deeper into the past Merle enlists another sister, Annie, to meet her in southern England. Here on the so-called English Riviera was where both lovers once lived. Could their fates be discovered there? The mystery of Birdie and Felix unwinds as Merle gets closer to the awful truth of what happened. Read Felix’s letters, especially the last one, along with the Bennett Sisters in this latest mystery, number 20 in the series."

Lise McClendon (Author), Denice Stradling (Narrator)

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The Girl in the Empty Dress

"FRANCE, ROMANCE, TRUFFLE DOGS…AND A SOUPÇON OF DANGER!A bit like Eat Pray Love meets murder mystery, Lise McClendon’s second Bennett Sisters mystery chronicles the traditional hunt for priceless European truffles, the unexpected thrill of romance overseas, the ups and downs of sisterly bonding rituals, and murderous intrigue in the heart of France. Law practice is in the Bennett sisters' blood—along with designer suits and stilettos. But they've decided to ditch the more predictable Caribbean cruise or spa weekend at a five star hotel to celebrate Merle Bennett's 50th birthday hiking the French countryside of Dordogne. Merle, for her part, could use the break from her boyfriend James back in New York City. Plus there’s the endless horizon of roses and vineyards, the scent of lavender, the delicate karma of sisterhood—resplendent with its bickering and gossip—and, oh yes, the wine. There’s just one catch: Merle’s little sister Francie has decided to bring along a sixth wheel: a work colleague named Gillian Sargent, whose utter aloofness wouldn’t be so bad were it not peppered by constant singing, an unwanted accompaniment to the idyllic French landscape. It’s not just that Gillian throws off the finely tuned five-spoke Bennett sister spin: truth be told, Merle can’t seem to find a single redeeming quality about her. Somewhere along the walking trail, Gillian stumbles upon an injured dog— possibly a missing truffle hunter--and after several days of puzzling behavior, she and the pooch disappear without a trace. As if this weren’t drama enough, Merle’s boyfriend shows up unannounced—as does her French lover. Zut alors! And yet…Vive la France! The Girl in the Empty Dress is a delicate mix of sisterly laughs and international intrigue, sure to delight cozy mystery fans and armchair travelers alike."

Lise McClendon (Author), Denice Stradling (Narrator)

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Château des Corbeaux: featuring Pascal d'Onscon

"Pascal d'Onscon, once terrorizing wine fraud scammers across southern France, is now pushing papers for the French bureaucracy in the modern Cité du Vin in Bordeaux. But not for long. He dreams of being a vintner, his hands in the dirt, the grape on his tongue, blending his very own creation: a bottle of wine with his own label. Pascal has spent his life surrounded by French wine and winemakers. The idea that he could run his very own vineyard is tantalizing and keeps him up at night, dreaming of finding a small vineyard he can afford, somewhere in southwest France. His companion, Merle Bennett, the middle of five lawyer sisters, has her own aspirations. Two tiny cottages are begging to be renovated for summer rentals. Will the person camping in the back garden scuttle her plans? When Pascal puts an abandoned vineyard in his sights, he doesn't want to let go. But Château des Corbeaux, owned by two Brits, has a complicated history. Not just recently with vandalism and hostile neighbors, but long ago secrets that resurface. Reluctant sellers, his own finances, and more threaten to derail him as he struggles to work out a way to make his dream a reality. The second Pascal d'Onscon spinoff from the Bennett Sisters Mysteries, following DEAD FLAT in 2020."

Lise McClendon (Author), Adam Wesley Brown (Narrator)

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DEAD FLAT: featuring Pascal d'Onscon

"DEAD FLAT, originally published in three parts, is combined here as a complete story, a mystery featuring the Bennett Sisters' favorite Frenchman, Pascal d'Onscon. Pascal is a wine fraud policeman who is called out of the Dordogne to investigate a bottle scam in Champagne as a favor to his boss. Thus begins a whirlwind August for Pascal and Merle, as he must also rescue his sister from a bad domestic situation, investigate the suspicious death of a vintner, and decide if he will accept a desirable promotion that will take him to headquarters in Paris-- and away from his life with Merle Bennett. 'This new series with Pascal & Merle is a hands-down winner. We see Pascal in action, and danger, and more on the developing relationship between Pascal and Merle. Also a look into the challenging aspects of the wine industry and the very real issues vintners face. I so hope we’ll be seeing more of this series, with new challenges for Pascal.' -- Amazon reviewer"

Lise McClendon (Author), Adam Wesley Brown (Narrator)

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Birds of a Feather

"A wintry Welsh evening. A house full of relatives, hangers-on, and malcontents. A British/French family hosts Elise Bennett, and gets the extra benefit of two of her sisters. Will Twelfth Night ever arrive for these revelers? A holiday to remember... and forget.When Elise Bennett, youngest of the five sisters, is invited to spend the long holiday break with her new boyfriend, Conor (from 'Lost in Lavender') she is thrilled. Who wouldn't be? A remote Welsh manor house, a chance to mix with the clan, cozy evenings with her beau, long walks on the snowy hillsides-- but things are not so simple in the countryside. Conor's brother, Duncan, misbehaves toward Elise, causing two of her sisters to rush in with emotional reinforcements. Then an undesirable French relative arrives, with an entourage. A house that already feels crowded is now bursting with intrigue, day-drinking, bird shoots, and so much cooking. When a mysterious death breaks the monotony in the kitchen, no one is relieved. Because at this point, they are all suspects. "

Lise McClendon (Author), Denice Stradling (Narrator)

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Blue Wolf: An Alix Thorssen Mystery

"Join art dealer and sleuth, Alix Thorssen, in Jackson Hole, as the autumn leaves turn gold and tensions rise during the annual wildlife art auction. A wolf is killed inside Grand Teton National Park, causing more than a few tempers to flare. Between the eccentric artist, the cowboy, the environmentalist, and Alix herself, there are more than a few opinions about the majestic beast. 'Alix Thorssen views the wolf as a beautiful creature, but her rancher neighbors disagree. A dead wolf divides the community and art gallery owner Alix finds her sleuthing skills at maximum strength when one of her best clients requests her help in researching an old death. Excellent tension in this complex story of environmentalism and murder.' -- Midwest Reviews 'This is a tension-filled novel which shows McClendons keen sense of people and their emotions and their conflicts. And always, watching from the mountains, as Alix and the others caught up in this surprising and twisting tale, is the avatar and the catalyst, the blue wolf. This is a powerful, moving novel.'"

Lise McClendon (Author), Naomi Rose-Mock (Narrator)

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Lost in Lavender: A Bennett Sisters Mystery

"Mystery, romance, adventure, and more are in store for the youngest of five sisters, lawyers all, when she signs up to work at a lavender farm in Provence in Lost in Lavender, a Bennett Sisters Mystery. Facing a crossroads-- both career and personal-- the youngest of the five Bennett Sisters, Elise, does what she does best: she runs away to think. This time she runs to a farm in Provence that produces heaven-scented lavender for oils. The area is famous for the beautiful purple flower, the symbol of this southern region of France. Her sisters are stumped. Elise never seemed like the farming type, or even gardening, for that matter. But she's signed up for a farm stay vacation, an idea she got from an unlikely source, the trophy wife of one of her law partners. When she arrives, courtesy her older sister Merle who drives her to the Luberon from the Dordogne, she discovers she is the only guest at the picturesque family farm who is not a college student. The rest are all doing a French language exchange program and are 20 years younger than Elise, leaving her feeling like an outsider and wondering about her life choices. Not only is her judgment in men and careers awful, but she can't even plan a decent vacation. Meanwhile in the Dordogne, Merle's niece, Willow, arrives for some R&R before she starts law school. But she brings a few surprises with her, a boyfriend plus Elise's fiancé. Or is it ex-fiancé? It will take several sisters-- and of course Pascal-- to unravel the facts as all descend on southern France for July in the heat and lavender. Suspense, romance, intrigue, and humor-- another delicious adventure in international travel and cozy mystery as the Bennett Sisters fight their way to truth, justice, and a perhaps a summer fling, deep in the French countryside. A summer fling in France never hurt anyone, now did it?"

Lise McClendon (Author), Denice Stradling (Narrator)

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The Things We Said Today

"In this Scottish adventure the Bennett family travels to Scotland for oldest sister Annie's wedding to a handsome Highlander. But is Annie, fourteen years older than Callum and a confirmed bohemian, ready to give up her independence in her middle 50s? This is just one of the obstacles to the general happiness in a week with a torrential rainstorm, a recalcitrant housekeeper, a sister who tipples, and another who chases after a sketchy Frenchman. Will Merle accept Pascal's invitation to go back to France with him? So many questions, so many sisters. How will they sort it all out? "

Lise McClendon (Author), Denice Stradling (Narrator)

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Give Him the Ooh-la-la

"It’s Christmas and time for an engagement party. Merle’s French lover arrives just in time and sweeps her off her feet again. But is he really here for the engagement party and the holidays, or does he have a secret agenda connected to his work in wine fraud? When Pascal takes Merle to see a drag revue she is even more confused. What is he up to? Is he working with the French consulate? How is the French drag queen involved? Set in New York City, this story features all five sisters and extended family over the holidays. Festivities, fun, food, and fraud, as well as answers to questions posed in the first Bennett Sisters mystery, 'Blackbird Fly.'"

Lise McClendon (Author), Denice Stradling (Narrator)

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Blackbird Fly

"A Legacy of Secrets: When Life Takes an Unexpected Turn in FranceAfter her husband's sudden death, Merle Bennett is left to navigate grief, legal complications, and shocking revelations. As a lawyer with four sisters in the same profession, she thought she was prepared for anything—until she discovered what his will contained. Among the surprises: a mysterious cottage in France that no one knew existed. With her son's future hanging in the balance, Merle has no choice but to take matters into her own hands. With determination and sisterly support, she decides to travel to southwest France and transform the derelict stone cottage. What awaits her in the picturesque Dordogne village is both enchanting and unsettling—breathtaking landscapes and exquisite wines alongside unpsetting discoveries: an unwelcome squatter, a foreboding wine cellar, hostile locals, and a mysterious deadly accident that raises more questions than answers. Armed with nothing but her legal expertise and meticulous list-making skills, she finds herself solving problems she never asked for in a country where she doesn't belong. Yet something about this place—and a certain charming local roofer—suggests that perhaps this unexpected detour might be exactly the path forward she needs."

Lise McClendon (Author), Denice Stradling (Narrator)

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