Fin Fleming Scuba Diving Mystery

Dive beneath the surface-where danger runs as deep as the sea.Fin Fleming thrives where others fear to go: exploring the dazzling depths off the Cayman Islands as chief underwater photographer for an elite oceanographic institute. Underwater, she's fearless and in control. On land, her life is anything but calm-tangled by a manipulative ex, complicated new stepsiblings, and a career that's always on the edge.But everything changes the day a routine dive turns deadly. What seems like a tragic accident is anything but. As mysterious crimes escalate and a shocking death rocks the diving community, Fin realizes she's hunting a killer who's hiding in plain sight-and she may be the next target.To survive, Fin must rely on her instincts, her courage, and a few unlikely allies. But can she outwit a murderer before she's pulled under for good?Packed with heart-stopping suspense, tropical intrigue, and a spark of romance, In Deep plunges you into a world where every secret lies buried just beneath the waves. Perfect for fans of adventure, mystery, and an unforgettable heroine-once you start, you won't come up for air."A stellar, pulse-pounding debut novel featuring a female underwater photographer. A heady mix of underwater adventure, mystery, and romance." - Hallie Ephron, New York Times bestselling author"In Deep delivers on twists and turns while introducing a phenomenal new protagonist in underwater photographer Fin Fleming, tough, perceptive, and fearless." - Edwin Hill, author of The Secrets We Share Sharon Ward is the author of the Fin Fleming Scuba Diving Mystery Series, which currently includes In Deep, Sunken Death, Dark Tide, Killer Storm, Hidden Depths, Sea Stars, Rip Current, Sea Monsters, and Ice Water. Heat Wave, book 10 in the series, will be coming soon from her publishing company, Penster Press. Sharon was a tech industry marketing executive for many years before becoming a novelist. She was a PADI certified divemaster who has hundreds of dives under her weight belt. Her favorite dive location is the Cayman Islands, where the Fin Fleming series is set. She is a member of NINC, Sisters in Crime, MWA, ITW, and the Cape Cod Writers Center along with several other writing organizations. She lives on the south coast of Massachusetts with her husband Jack and their miniature long‑haired dachshund Molly.

Some treasures are best left buried. Others come with a price too deadly to pay.Beneath the turquoise waves of the Caribbean, a legendary treasure has lain hidden for centuries: the Queen's Tiara, whispered to be cursed by sorrow, betrayal, and death by drowning. Many have sought its riches-and vanished without a trace.Now, underwater photographer Fin Fleming has discovered the lost coordinates in a forgotten ship's log. Determined to unveil history's secrets, she assembles a daring crew of scuba divers and sets out to retrieve the tiara, capturing every moment for a high-stakes documentary. But as soon as the expedition begins, the ancient curse seems to awaken. Betrayal erupts within her team, and a chilling death by drowning sends shockwaves through the group.Fin doesn't believe in curses-but she knows a killer is lurking among them. With time running out and danger closing in, she must unravel the truth before the real villain claims another victim. As alliances shift and motives surface, Fin's courage, wit, and unshakeable resolve are put to the ultimate test.Packed with heart-pounding suspense, breathtaking underwater adventure, and a dash of romance, Sunken Death is a twisty, unputdownable mystery that will keep you guessing until the final, explosive revelation. Perfect for fans of pulse-pounding thrillers and unforgettable heroines-this is one treasure hunt you won't want to miss. Sharon Ward is the author of the Fin Fleming Scuba Diving Mystery Series, which currently includes In Deep, Sunken Death, Dark Tide, Killer Storm, Hidden Depths, Sea Stars, Rip Current, Sea Monsters, and Ice Water. Heat Wave, book 10 in the series, will be coming soon from her publishing company, Penster Press. Sharon was a tech industry marketing executive for many years before becoming a novelist. She was a PADI certified divemaster who has hundreds of dives under her weight belt. Her favorite dive location is the Cayman Islands, where the Fin Fleming series is set. She is a member of NINC, Sisters in Crime, MWA, ITW, and the Cape Cod Writers Center along with several other writing organizations. She lives on the south coast of Massachusetts with her husband Jack and their miniature long‑haired dachshund Molly.

When the tide turns dark, even paradise isn't safe.Grand Cayman's sunlit waters have always been Fin's sanctuary-until the day her closest friends vanish, leaving their baby daughter alone and a cryptic ransom demand behind. The price? The spoils from a dangerous salvage operation that's already left scars-and the clock is ticking.As Fin scrambles to piece together the truth, she's beset on all sides: ruthless thieves targeting her dive shop, a killer shark stalking the reefs, and a kidnapper whose threats grow more terrifying by the hour. With every lead dissolving into shadows and the kidnapper's calls falling silent, Fin realizes she's not just fighting to save her friends-she's battling to survive a deadly conspiracy that runs deeper than the sea.With every lead dissolving into shadows and the kidnapper's calls falling silent, Fin realizes she's not just fighting to save her friends-she's battling to survive a deadly conspiracy that runs deeper than the sea.Pulse-pounding suspense, breathtaking underwater adventure, and a heroine who refuses to let evil surface unchallenged, Dark Tide will have you gasping for air and desperate for more. Perfect for fans of twisty mysteries, relentless thrillers, and unforgettable female sleuths. Dive into Dark Tide-if you dare. Sharon Ward is the author of the Fin Fleming Scuba Diving Mystery Series, which currently includes In Deep, Sunken Death, Dark Tide, Killer Storm, Hidden Depths, Sea Stars, Rip Current, Sea Monsters, and Ice Water. Heat Wave, book 10 in the series, will be coming soon from her publishing company, Penster Press. Sharon was a tech industry marketing executive for many years before becoming a novelist. She was a PADI certified divemaster who has hundreds of dives under her weight belt. Her favorite dive location is the Cayman Islands, where the Fin Fleming series is set. She is a member of NINC, Sisters in Crime, MWA, ITW, and the Cape Cod Writers Center along with several other writing organizations. She lives on the south coast of Massachusetts with her husband Jack and their miniature long‑haired dachshund Molly.

A killer storm is brewing-and it's not just the hurricane.As Category 5 Hurricane Willard barrels toward the Cayman Islands, underwater photographer Fin Fleming is determined to protect her family and friends. But when the skies clear, Fin discovers a dead woman aboard her brother Oliver's boat, launching her into a deadly mystery where everyone is a suspect-including Oliver himself.With the police convinced of her brother's guilt, Fin teams up with Detective Scott to hunt for the real killer. But as secrets surface and old grudges resurface, Fin must navigate a tangled web of family drama, drug accusations, and dangerous enemies-while piloting a multi-million dollar submarine, wrangling a mischievous rooster, and relying on her trusty marine sidekicks, Rosie the octopus and Suzie Q the stingray.In a world where the next storm is always on the horizon, can Fin clear her brother's name before the killer strikes again? Dive into Killer Storm for a pulse-pounding mystery packed with twists, underwater thrills, and a dash of sweet romance-because in Fin Fleming's world, danger is always just beneath the surface. Sharon Ward is the author of the Fin Fleming Scuba Diving Mystery Series, which currently includes In Deep, Sunken Death, Dark Tide, Killer Storm, Hidden Depths, Sea Stars, Rip Current, Sea Monsters, and Ice Water. Heat Wave, book 10 in the series, will be coming soon from her publishing company, Penster Press. Sharon was a tech industry marketing executive for many years before becoming a novelist. She was a PADI certified divemaster who has hundreds of dives under her weight belt. Her favorite dive location is the Cayman Islands, where the Fin Fleming series is set. She is a member of NINC, Sisters in Crime, MWA, ITW, and the Cape Cod Writers Center along with several other writing organizations. She lives on the south coast of Massachusetts with her husband Jack and their miniature long‑haired dachshund Molly.

When Hollywood action meets Arctic danger, Fin Fleming is the only one who can keep the cameras rolling-and everyone alive.Rafe's latest blockbuster adventure is filming in the heart of Alaska, and Fin joins the production as both underwater expert and unexpected hero. When Rafe is trapped alone beneath the ice during a treacherous dive, Fin's quick thinking and skill are all that stand between him and disaster. But just as the crew returns to the sun-soaked Caymans to shoot a lucrative movie tie-in ad, the real danger surfaces: both Fin and Rafe barely escape a series of near-fatal attacks.As friends and colleagues begin to vanish, Fin realizes a sinister pattern is emerging-old enemies have returned, and this time, they're targeting everyone she loves. With the clock ticking and a ruthless crime syndicate closing in, Fin must rely on her courage, her instincts, and her unbreakable spirit to track down the truth before it's too late.Dive into Ice Water-the latest pulse-pounding Fin Fleming mystery, where the cold is unforgiving, the stakes are life or death, and the next threat could be hiding anywhere-from the frozen depths of Alaska to the crystal waters of the Caribbean.Will Fin outsmart her enemies and save her friends, or will the syndicate pull off the perfect crime? Find out in this electrifying blend of action, suspense, and underwater adventure. Sharon Ward is the author of the Fin Fleming Scuba Diving Mystery Series, which currently includes In Deep, Sunken Death, Dark Tide, Killer Storm, Hidden Depths, Sea Stars, Rip Current, Sea Monsters, and Ice Water. Heat Wave, book 10 in the series, will be coming soon from her publishing company, Penster Press. Sharon was a tech industry marketing executive for many years before becoming a novelist. She was a PADI certified divemaster who has hundreds of dives under her weight belt. Her favorite dive location is the Cayman Islands, where the Fin Fleming series is set. She is a member of NINC, Sisters in Crime, MWA, ITW, and the Cape Cod Writers Center along with several other writing organizations. She lives on the south coast of Massachusetts with her husband Jack and their miniature long‑haired dachshund Molly.