History &      Mystery


This site is the collection of books authored by Cat Van Winkle.  I adore the Victorian Era, I'm enthralled by all manner of mysteries, and I have a deep regard for history. All of my books reflect these passions . . . and so much more. 

History Books: 

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John Kagi is recognized as an ardent follower of John Brown, described as “John Brown’s right-hand man and “John Brown’s most trusted advisor.” However, these depictions fall far short, and do not do John Kagi justice! Battles of Freedom tells the life story of an American hero.  

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Mystery Books:

Redress 

In 1985, nineteen-year-old Tamra Goodson witnesses a shadow moving inside a house at a supernaturally fast pace. The sighting is frightening, yet captivating. After processing what she’s seen, Tam concludes that it was a female spirit, and the frenzied nature with which she moved indicates that she suffered something horrific prior to her death. Curious and compassionate, Tam devotes herself to solving the mystery of the “shadow house,” compelled to answer two questions: WHO is the woman haunting the house and WHY? But solving the mystery is only one of Tam’s challenges as she attempts to navigate a male-dominated world and capture the attention of the man she loves. Despite obstacles and serious personal setbacks, Tam tenaciously uses the research tools available within a small town to get to the bottom of the mystery. Redress is a tale about the pursuit of justice, setting the record straight, and female empowerment.

     Coming Soon: The Guy Outside


​     The Whitmore House Series: 

These are "hauntingly romantic novels." The Whitmore House is far more than a beautiful Victorian house (turned Bed & Breakfast) located just outside Oakwood, Nebraska. It's an actively haunted house. No one is more devoted to the Whitmore House more than Carey. I invite you to follow Carey as she struggles with shyness, falls in love, and deals with active spirits . . .  all while trying to fit into an unforgiving world. As Carey solves one mystery after another in her small town, she learns to overcome, accepts her introversion, and finds a niche. Much like her creator, Carey is curious, and thrives on the thrill of the hunt.