Carol Anne O'Marie
Carol Anne O'Marie was an American author and a Roman Catholic nun known for her mystery novels featuring Sister Mary Helen, an elderly nun turned amateur detective.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. Death Of An Angel
A Sister Mary Helen Mystery
In this gripping mystery, the beloved Sister Mary Helen finds herself embroiled in a chilling investigation when a fellow nun is brutally murdered at their San Francisco convent. As the police struggle to find leads, Sister Mary Helen, with her sharp wit and keen intuition, takes it upon herself to uncover the truth behind the shocking crime. With a mix of suspense and humor, the story delves into the complexities of faith, friendship, and justice, as the determined nun navigates a web of secrets and deceit to bring the killer to justice.
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2. Death Goes On Retreat
A Sister Mary Helen Mystery
In this cozy mystery, Sister Mary Helen, a spirited nun with a knack for sleuthing, finds herself embroiled in a puzzling murder case during a spiritual retreat at St. Dolores' Retreat House. As the serene setting is disrupted by the discovery of a body, Sister Mary Helen, alongside her fellow sisters, delves into the lives of the retreat's attendees to uncover hidden secrets and motives. With her sharp intuition and compassionate nature, she navigates the complexities of faith, friendship, and deception to bring justice and peace back to the retreat.
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3. The Corporal Works Of Murder
A Sister Mary Helen Mystery
In this engaging mystery, Sister Mary Helen, a spirited and sharp-witted nun, finds herself embroiled in a perplexing murder investigation at Mount St. Francis College. When a beloved priest is found dead under suspicious circumstances, Sister Mary Helen's curiosity and sense of justice propel her into action. With her keen intuition and a knack for uncovering hidden truths, she navigates the complexities of academia, faith, and human nature to unravel the secrets behind the crime. As she delves deeper, she encounters a web of deceit and betrayal, challenging her to balance her religious convictions with her determination to seek justice.
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4. Murder At The Monks' Table
A Sister Mary Helen Mystery
In this engaging mystery, Sister Mary Helen, a spirited nun with a knack for sleuthing, finds herself embroiled in a murder investigation during a retreat at a serene Irish monastery. When a local man is found dead at the monks' table, the peaceful setting is shattered, and Sister Mary Helen's curiosity is piqued. With her sharp wit and keen sense of justice, she delves into the secrets of the cloistered community, uncovering hidden motives and long-buried grudges. As she navigates the complexities of faith and human nature, Sister Mary Helen must unravel the truth before the killer strikes again.
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5. Requiem At The Refuge
A Sister Mary Helen Mystery
In this gripping mystery, Sister Mary Helen, a sharp-witted nun with a knack for solving crimes, finds herself embroiled in a perplexing case at a San Francisco homeless shelter. When a beloved resident is found dead under suspicious circumstances, Sister Mary Helen's curiosity and sense of justice propel her into a web of secrets and hidden motives. As she navigates the complexities of the shelter's inhabitants and staff, she uncovers unexpected alliances and dangerous truths, all while balancing her duties at the convent. With her keen intuition and compassionate heart, Sister Mary Helen unravels the mystery, revealing a tale of resilience and redemption.
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6. Death Takes Up A Collection
A Sister Mary Helen Mystery
In this cozy mystery, Sister Mary Helen, a spirited and sharp-witted nun, finds herself embroiled in a puzzling murder investigation at St. Patrick's Church. When the beloved Father Keenan is found dead, the seemingly peaceful parish is thrown into turmoil. With her keen sense of justice and a knack for sleuthing, Sister Mary Helen teams up with her fellow nun, Sister Eileen, to unravel the secrets hidden within the church's walls. As they delve deeper, they uncover a web of deceit, betrayal, and hidden motives, all while maintaining their faith and humor in the face of danger.
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7. Novena For Murder
In this captivating mystery, a feisty and astute nun, Sister Mary Helen, finds herself embroiled in a perplexing murder investigation at a San Francisco college. When a beloved priest is found dead, Sister Mary Helen's keen sense of justice and her knack for sleuthing lead her to uncover hidden secrets and navigate a web of deceit. As she delves deeper into the case, she must rely on her wit, faith, and the help of her fellow sisters to unravel the truth, all while maintaining her duties and the sanctity of her religious life.
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8. Advent Of Dying
A Sister Mary Helen Mystery
In this intriguing mystery, Sister Mary Helen, a spirited and sharp-witted nun, finds herself embroiled in a perplexing murder case at Mount St. Francis College. As the holiday season approaches, the festive atmosphere is shattered by the discovery of a body, leading Sister Mary Helen to don her detective hat once again. With her keen sense of justice and unyielding determination, she navigates through a web of secrets and deceit, uncovering hidden motives and unraveling the truth behind the crime, all while balancing her duties within the convent and the college.
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9. The Missing Madonna
A Sister Mary Helen Mystery
In this captivating mystery, Sister Mary Helen, a spirited and sharp-witted nun, finds herself embroiled in a perplexing case when a valuable Madonna statue is stolen from a San Francisco church. As she delves into the investigation, Sister Mary Helen uncovers a web of secrets and deceit, revealing hidden motives and unexpected alliances. With her keen intuition and unwavering determination, she navigates through a series of twists and turns, ultimately bringing the truth to light and restoring peace to her community.
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10. Murder In Ordinary Time
A Sister Mary Helen Mystery
Set against the backdrop of a tight-knit Catholic community, this gripping mystery follows the intrepid Sister Mary Helen as she delves into the perplexing murder of a young television reporter. With her keen intuition and unwavering faith, Sister Mary Helen navigates a web of secrets, lies, and hidden motives, all while balancing her duties at the convent. As she unravels the truth, she discovers that the seemingly ordinary lives of those around her are filled with extraordinary complexities, leading to a shocking revelation that challenges her understanding of justice and morality.
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11. Murder Makes A Pilgrimage
A Sister Mary Helen Mystery
In this engaging mystery, two spirited nuns, Sister Mary Helen and Sister Eileen, embark on a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, only to find themselves entangled in a murder investigation. As they traverse the scenic trails of Spain, the sisters' keen intuition and unyielding determination lead them to uncover secrets hidden within the pilgrimage community. With a blend of humor, faith, and suspense, the sisters navigate the complexities of human nature and the challenges of their own beliefs, ultimately revealing the truth behind the crime.