A Charlie & Simm Mystery

“McCarthy perfectly weaves together suspense, dangers, and an intriguing storyline that will compel readers from start to finish...an enthralling and energetic writing style that is sure to enrapture any reader.” -The Red-headed Book Lover

A History of Secrets

Successful businesswoman Charlene Butler prefers not to discuss her past, or how she...

“A murder mystery that is as charming as it is absorbing. Perfect for fans of Nancy Atherton and Patricia Cornwall.” –BestThrillers.com

Murders or a series of coincidences?

Charlie is worried her ex-PI husband, Simm, is bored with his new role helping her manage their pubs in Montreal. Offered the chance to investigate the disappearance of a man...

From International Bestselling author, A.J. McCarthy, comes a new Charlie & Simm Mystery.

Shanna McGuire is convinced a strange man is following her. When he approaches her on the street, he shocks her with a story that makes her question her family history. She asks Simm to investigate the man’s claim. A simple case of genealogy and the...

“A dilapidated mansion full of secrets, a mysterious murder that hides multi-million dollar fraud; Smoke and Secrets taunts readers to solve the puzzle each step of the way.” -Timothy Gene Sojka, award-winning author of Payback Jack, Politikill, and Claws

Charlie and Simm, Montreal pub owners with a knack for sleuthing, thought they were taking...