Description: A newly wealthy Rhode Island empty-nester hones her sleuthing skills - with the help of her nosy dog, Poopsie - in this fun and fast-paced new whodunit from the author of the New York Times bestselling Lucy Stone Mysteries. Perfect for fans of Deanna Raybourn's Killers of a Certain Age, JM Hall's Liz, Pat and Thelma Mysteries, and The Marlow Murder Club series by Robert Thorogood.
Carole Capobianco knows life can take unexpected detours--and not just the kind her beloved Brittany spaniel, Poopsie, drags her on during their daily walks. Sometimes, those surprises are delightful--including the family's recent windfall thanks to her husband Frank's plumbing invention. But sometimes, they're shocking, like the sudden death of her daughter Connie's boyfriend, Jared. Jared was gunned down outside a Providence restaurant, and Connie, who sustained minor injuries at the scene, is grief-stricken. True, Connie hadn't known Jared Mayes long. In fact, as Carole does a little digging, she starts to wonder if there was an awful lot about Jared that her daughter didn't know. His shooting seems to have been a targeted attack and may be connected to a new movie being filmed in nearby Newport. Clearly, Carole will have to infiltrate behind-the-scenes . . . Snagging a role as an extra alongside her mother-in-law, Carole reluctantly swaps her designer duds for a scullery maid's faded costume. Between on-set antics, a very friendly producer, and keeping various relatives--and pampered Poopsie--out of mischief, she has plenty to keep her busy while she works to catch a killer. It's no easy feat, as Carole quickly learns there's no more convincing actor than one determined to get away with murder . . .Review Quotes: Praise for Leslie Meier:
"For readers who enjoy an amateur sleuth that truly is a fish out of water, trying her best with good intentions, and often finding herself at a loss of what to do next." --Aunt Agatha's on A Matter of Pedigree "Meier leaves the tight-knit community of Tinker's Cove for the big city of Providence, R.I."-- Kirkus Reviews on A Matter of Pedigree "Danger, intrigue, and a dash of Easter fun abound in this quirky Maine-set cozy mystery." --Woman's World on Easter Bonnet Murder "Fans who started with Meier's first Lucy Stone novel in 1991 may be interested to see how the gumshoe's children and grandchildren are turning out." --Publishers Weekly on Mother of the Bride Murder "The beloved author of quirky whodunits is serving up two Thanksgiving tales in one charming book!" --Woman's World on Gobble, Gobble Murder "New York Times bestselling author Leslie Meier is the proof that no holiday would be complete without some hijinks." --Suspense Magazine "The frenzied pace of the city, effectively contrasted with the more tranquil atmosphere of a small town; the reappearance of familiar characters; and numerous plot twists all contribute to the appeal of this satisfying entry in a long-running series." --Booklist on Silver Anniversary Murder "Timely...Meier's focus on racism gives this cozy a serious edge rare for this subgenre." --Publishers Weekly on Turkey Trot Murder "Counts, countesses, and corpses highlight Lucy Stone's trip across the pond...A peek into British country life provide a nice break." --Kirkus Reviews on British Manor Murder "Even after 25 books, Lucy is fresh and interesting, and first-time readers will have no trouble following her story. Meier's cozy mysteries, which are usually based around holidays and celebrations, are always a fun read." --Mystery Scene on Silver Anniversary Murder