Sharon Dunn

Sharon Dunn is an American author known for writing Christian suspense and mystery novels. Her work includes both contemporary romantic suspense and cozy mystery series. Dunn gained recognition for her Ruby Taylor mystery series and the Bargain Hunters mysteries, which blend elements of faith with compelling crime narratives. Her novels typically feature female protagonists navigating dangerous situations while maintaining their Christian values. The author has received multiple accolades for her work, including winning the American Christian Fiction Writers Book of the Year Award. She maintains an active writing career while residing in Montana. Her bibliography spans multiple series and standalone novels, with titles such as "Night Prey," "Sassy Cinderella," and "Death of a Garage Sale Newbie" demonstrating her range within the Christian fiction genre.

Readers appreciate Dunn's ability to balance Christian themes with engaging mystery plots without becoming preachy. The humor in her Bargain Hunters series receives frequent mentions in reader feedback, particularly for relatable characters who face real-world challenges while maintaining their faith. Liked: - Clean content without graphic violence - Fast-paced narratives - Character development, especially in the Ruby Taylor series - Integration of faith elements without overshadowing the mystery Disliked: - Some readers found plot resolutions too convenient - Occasional editing issues noted in earlier works - Character motivations sometimes unclear - Several reviews mentioned predictable story arcs Ratings across platforms: Amazon: Average 4.2/5 across titles Goodreads: 3.8/5 overall rating - Bargain Hunters series: 4.1/5 - Ruby Taylor mysteries: 3.9/5 One reader review stated: "Dunn creates mysteries that keep you guessing without compromising Christian values." Another noted: "The characters feel like friends you'd meet at church, but the suspense is real."

Death of a Six-Foot Teddy Bear - Amateur sleuth Bargain Hunters Network member Ginger Bolton investigates a murder at a discount megastore during its grand opening celebration.

Sassy Cinderella and the Valiant Vigilante - Ruby Taylor attempts to solve a mystery involving an elderly neighbor while dealing with romantic complications and her discount shopping hobby.

Romance Rustlers and Thunderbird Thieves - Ruby Taylor searches for missing vintage cars while navigating small-town Montana relationships and bargain hunting.

Calculated Risk - A woman becomes entangled in danger when she helps protect a friend who witnessed a crime involving counterfeit car parts.

Night Prey - Private investigator Carly Stone tracks a stalker who is terrorizing women in Montana.

Guard Duty - A former police officer turned security guard investigates threats against a woman and her young son.

Lorena McCourtney writes Christian mysteries featuring mature female protagonists who solve crimes while maintaining their faith. Her Ivy Malone series includes cozy elements and humor similar to Dunn's Ruby Taylor mysteries.

Dani Pettrey creates romantic suspense novels with Christian themes set in rugged locations like Alaska. Her work balances crime-solving with relationship development in a similar way to Dunn's novels.

Mindy Starns Clark focuses on female protagonists in Christian mystery series that mix suspense with elements of romance. Her Million Dollar Mysteries series combines faith elements with crime-solving in a comparable style to Dunn.

Susan Page Davis writes Christian romantic suspense and cozy mysteries with contemporary settings. Her work features independent female characters solving crimes while navigating personal relationships, similar to Dunn's approach.

Nancy Mehl develops mystery series set in small towns with themes of faith and community. Her books blend suspense with Christian elements and romance in proportions that align with Dunn's storytelling style.