Stranded is Book 4 of the Ivy Malone Mysteries, but you could enjoy it without reading the others. I especially like this book as it is a bit different than some of the others. Most of the story takes place in a small town, which was a nice change and Ivy integrates into the new mix of people and small town activities. So that is fun. Although the story started out a bit harrowing, it was overall pretty low key despite the ups and downs. But there was always that underlying âwhat ifâ¦?â Good mystery. Great characters. Engaging story.