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Forensics of a Fable: A Goldilocks Murder Mystery Romantic Suspense (Autopsy of a Fairytale Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Nicole Scarano (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 1,188 ratings
Beauty cannot love a beast and emerge unscathed.

Still reeling from her last case, Detective Isobel ‘Bel’ Emerson finds comfort in both her dog and her newfound friendships, but when she and her new partner, Detective Gold, are called to the site of a bear attack, they discover something far more horrifying: the body of a young woman posed inside a cabin where the furniture is all too big. And to make matters worse, the cabin is located on Eamon Stone’s property.

As the detectives race against the clock to find the killer before he murders another girl, Bel struggles with her growing attraction to Eamon. He’s once again a person of interest in her investigation, and while she knows she should stay away from him, she can’t fight the thread of fate knitting them together. She also needs Eamon’s beast to help with her case because as more evidence is revealed, the more Bel fears a new predator has come to Bajka. The question is: is this hunter man or monster?

Loosely inspired by Goldilocks & the Three Bears, Forensics of a Fable is book 2 in the Autopsy of a Fairytale series, a crime procedural romantic suspense perfect for those who like dark fairytales, murder mystery/crime procedurals (like AMC's The Killing, Netflix’s Lucifer, or NBC's Hannibal), romance, found family, and a hint of fantasy. Each book will be based on a different fairytale, but Bel (and her Beast) will connect them all, her story ending on small cliffhangers in each book.
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    Autopsy of a Fairytale
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CB1VNZB4
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 26, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.9 MB
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  • Book 2 of 6 ‏ : ‎ Autopsy of a Fairytale
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Nicole Scarano

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Nicole Scarano *The Mood Writer for the Mood Reader* is a Multi Genre Author who writes Romantic Crime Thrillers/Police Procedurals with twists, Fantasy romances, and Sci-Fi romances because it makes her brain happy. She doesn't like to box herself into one genre, but no matter the book, they all have action, true love, found family, a dog when she can fit it into the plot, swoon-worthy men & absolutely feral females. *She occasionally writes steamy fantasy & sci-fi romances as N.R. Scarano*

In her free time, Nicole is a dog mom to her rescued pitbull, a movie/tv show enthusiast, a film score lover, and a sunshine obsessive. She loves to write outside, and she adores pole dancing fitness classes.

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Customers find this book to be a wonderful read with brilliant suspenseful mysteries and many twists and turns. They love the development of existing characters and appreciate the book's unique beauty, with one customer describing it as a captivating blend of dark fairytales.

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24 customers mention "Readability"24 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a wonderful and fun read, with several mentioning they love the first two books in the series, and one customer noting it reads like a show.

"...idea of using a fairytale twist with these murder mysteries is ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT and unlike anything I’ve ever read!!..." Read more

"...The take on some classic fairytales is also well written, and holy smokes, Eamon is so my kind of MMC! Would recommend this series." Read more

"This is a fabulous beach read, pallete cleanser, escape frim the horror that is reality. Plus we get to hang out wth her dad. Win." Read more

"...thrilling into such a finely crafted web is awe inspiring and absolutely amazing...." Read more

20 customers mention "Suspenseful story"20 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the suspenseful story of the book, describing it as a fascinating tale with a good plot, and one customer specifically mentions it as a captivating blend of dark fairytales.

"...These suspenseful mysteries are BRILLIANT!! A Murder Mystery Romantic Suspense that keeps you flipping the pages to see what happens with these..." Read more

"...hijinks, and Forensics of a Fable is a great example of that magical story weaving...." Read more

"This is a fabulous beach read, pallete cleanser, escape frim the horror that is reality. Plus we get to hang out wth her dad. Win." Read more

"...The skill it takes to weave something so remarkable and thrilling into such a finely crafted web is awe inspiring and absolutely amazing...." Read more

9 customers mention "Storytelling"9 positive0 negative

Customers love the storytelling in this book, with one describing it as delicious and another noting it has captured their whole heart.

"...Scarano just keeps pulling me further into her web of delicious storytelling hijinks, and Forensics of a Fable is a great example of that magical..." Read more

"...so remarkable and thrilling into such a finely crafted web is awe inspiring and absolutely amazing...." Read more

"...The dynamic between Bel and her new partner, Detective Gold, adds depth to the narrative, making their quest to uncover the truth even more engaging." Read more

"I am loving this series. Being my fairy tale to life but how they are ment to be. And I love that he will always search for bel...." Read more

7 customers mention "Character development"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, particularly the growth of existing characters.

"...keeps you flipping the pages to see what happens with these FANTASTIC characters!!..." Read more

"...Detective Isobel ‘Bel’ Emerson is a compelling protagonist, balancing her professional duties with personal struggles and a growing attraction to..." Read more

"This book was a page turn from the very first page. Fairy tale characters in a new spin. Mystery adventure death and’s so much more." Read more

"...in this sequel to Autopsy of a Fairytale, as well as some new characters who fit right in...." Read more

6 customers mention "Beauty"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book beautiful, describing it as exquisitely unique, with one customer particularly appreciating the characters Bel, Gold, and Eamon.

"Oh. My. Porridge. Another exquisitely unique and fascinating tale...." Read more

"...HOWEVER, your genius interpretation of goldilocks is unique and wonderful and I can look past the mistakes; a rarity with me...." Read more

"I am so in love with this series!! I love Bel and Gold and Eamon. I love the low level spice—it’s inviting. Thank you for their story!" Read more

"...Beautifully conceived, and can't wait for the adventure and the romance to continue." Read more

5 customers mention "Page turn"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the page-turning nature of the book, with one mentioning its unexpected turns and twists.

"...A Murder Mystery Romantic Suspense that keeps you flipping the pages to see what happens with these FANTASTIC characters!!..." Read more

"...There are so many twists and turns and we also learn a few new things about Bel and her family...." Read more

"...It was nice to see what happened next in the Isobel saga. There were some twists and unexpected turns. I really enjoy this authors style of writing...." Read more

"This book was a page turn from the very first page. Fairy tale characters in a new spin. Mystery adventure death and’s so much more." Read more

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  • BookDragonGirl
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another FANTASTIC winner by Scarano!!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2025
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    This is the second book in the Autopsy of a Fairytale series!! These suspenseful mysteries are BRILLIANT!! A Murder Mystery Romantic Suspense that keeps you flipping the pages to see what happens with these FANTASTIC characters!!

    The idea of using a fairytale twist with these murder mysteries is ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT and unlike anything I’ve ever read!!

    Scarano writes characters that you become completely immersed in and a small town where there is unknown magic, along with twisted murder scenes. I’d love to mention all my favorite characters, but I don’t want to give anything away that will spoil the mystery. But I will say that the main characters have really grown on me. Bel (or Isabel) is a tough detective who has been through a lot and proved her strength. She and her Pitbull, Cerberus, are definitely my favorites!! Of course Eamon is pretty great too!! And I liked getting to know her father more in this one, he is a wonderful father. I have a couple of others, but I don’t want to give anything away. You need to read this series, I think you’ll love it like I do! It’s definitely a dark story, especially as far as the murders go.
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  • Yvonne Derrig
    4.0 out of 5 stars I’m A Sucker For A Good Mystery, Especially When It Includes A Goldilocks Reference!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2025
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    Nicole Scarano just keeps pulling me further into her web of delicious storytelling hijinks, and Forensics of a Fable is a great example of that magical story weaving. I have absolutely fallen for Abel as much as Cerberus and Eamon have, I can’t seem to get enough of her and the evil that seems to follow where she goes. I’ve had a distinct sense of forbidding about the villain in this book that has lingered since the Autopsy of a Fairytale. Scarano does a great job of leading you in several wrong directions before revealing the true villain of her stories, and this was no exception. Bel has a new partner in this book and Gold becomes a new friend and a worthy partner. You already know the Eamon and Cerberus are still here, as well as Griffin, her boss, but there’s also a few new evils that have found their way to Bajka. There are so many twists and turns and we also learn a few new things about Bel and her family. There’s also a few other surprises waiting for you in this story. If this is how every story within this series is going to be, I can’t wait to gobble them up with the same enthusiasm as I did these last two! I haven’t been as engrossed in this type of series since I read J.D. Robb’s In Death series, which is still ongoing. I am on the verge of calling these 5 star reads, but I want to see if the same magic holds through at least one more book, but best believe I will be recommending this series to everyone!!!
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  • JenVienne
    5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing take
    Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2025
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    I really enjoy this series. I struggle with how some writers make their FMC's so strong and independent. It's annoying. So it's refreshing to read about one who is vulnerable, and fallible. The take on some classic fairytales is also well written, and holy smokes, Eamon is so my kind of MMC!

    Would recommend this series.
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  • Io Luna
    4.0 out of 5 stars These books are very fun!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2025
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    This is a fabulous beach read, pallete cleanser, escape frim the horror that is reality. Plus we get to hang out wth her dad. Win.
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  • CarMeLu
    5.0 out of 5 stars Oh. My. Porridge.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2025
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    Oh. My. Porridge. Another exquisitely unique and fascinating tale. The skill it takes to weave something so remarkable and thrilling into such a finely crafted web is awe inspiring and absolutely amazing. Everything from the cast of creative characters and plot to the subtle hints and intricate details stitched throughout is pure Chef’s Kiss 💋
    This story had me hook, line and sinkered from the get-go and kept me on the edge of my seat, weaving through the twists and turns throughout. The slowly watered romance budding has my teeth grinding in anticipation and hope it will finally bloom fruitfully.
    Please Note that although, once again, the story within these pages does come full circle, the end opens way to a hint at Book 3. And with that, Away I Goooo…
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  • M.E.
    3.0 out of 5 stars FanFic Style Story
    Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2025
    This is book 2 of the series. It's entertaining enough, but predictable. Some of the stuff meant to be Easter Eggs are too in your face and feel like it's screaming, "See! Look how witty I am!"

    Spoiler Alert

    Book 2 takes from Goldie Locks and the 3 Bears. The main character, Detective Isobel Emerson, has a new partner named Olivia Gold. Olivia's love interest is the new guy in town, Ewan Orso (Orso is Italian for bear). Guess what? Gold(ie)'s love interest can turn into a bear! Shocker. The name of the town this all takes place in is Bajka. Bajka is Polish for fable.

    Isobel's love interest starting in book one is millionaire Eamon Stone. He is a beast and she is Bel. He is very protective over her which makes sense as Eamon means "rich protector".

    Lots of on the nose stuff, several typos.

    Overall, I wouldn't recommend the series, but I wouldn't discourage people from reading it. It's brain candy, and sometimes we need easy reads
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  • Machelle Dawn Operia
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great
    Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2025
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    My son-in-law loved it
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  • Melli
    4.0 out of 5 stars great 2nd
    Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2025
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    The love story is just beginning and I'm here for it!! Yes it was a slow start but once it got started I couldn't stop reading!
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  • Fi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another Fabulous read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 29, 2024
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    Another tale involving Bel and her beast and not forgetting her pitbull, Cerberus. The plot is great with a few twists and a lot of danger. Fans of Romantasy will like this murder mystery with some very unique characters. I can't wait to get started on the next one.
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  • Patrick Cribbin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
    Reviewed in Australia on September 28, 2023
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    Have to say I loved the first book, I find the second books rarely meet the same standard. I'm glad to say that this book meets it. Captivating from start to finish and read it in one go, couldn't put it down
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  • Angelica
    5.0 out of 5 stars PG -13
    Reviewed in Sweden on February 12, 2024
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    I was disappointed when I opened the book and it said PG-13 as I read far more graphic books.
    It’s well written and the supernatural theme is superb. not for someone that is expecting smut.
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  • Jaden Monson
    5.0 out of 5 stars OMG This series is ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL
    Reviewed in Canada on November 5, 2024
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    I am absolutely obsessed with the series. It speaks to my fantasy nerd side and my crime junkie side. Bel and Eamon are 🔥
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  • Elishab Author of Paranormal Romance
    5.0 out of 5 stars I need the next book!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 17, 2024
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    I'm not sure how it's possible, but I loved this book even more than I loved the first. That ending was just cruel but I'm so glad the next book is already available so I can get to it right away!
    Amazing as always and highly recommended. You won't be disappointed.
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