Synopses & Reviews
The New York Times bestselling author of the Manor House Mysteries and the White House Chef Mysteries shows how a blast from the past can spell trouble for Grace Wheaton
When Graces estranged sister Liza shows up on her doorstep, the timing couldnt be worse. Graces beloved boss and benefactor, Bennett Marshfield, has finally gotten her to agree to a DNA test to establish if he is, in fact, her uncle. If so, Grace would move from being the trusted curator and manager of Marshfield Manor to Bennetts heir. And her duplicitous sister would be right behind her in the line of inheritance.
Liza is not the only mysterious visitor to arrive in town. A man claiming to be an FBI agent has shown up, and a swarm of avaricious antique collectors have descended on Emberstowne for a prestigious convention. When Bennett reveals hes in mind to acquire a secret antique and the FBI agent turns up dead, the plot thickens. And Grace cant help but wonder if Liza is at the center of it all
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Praise for the Manor House series
"Fans have grown to love Ollie Paras, the White House chef. They're going to be equally impressed with Grace Wheaton."—Chicago Sun-Times
"Hyzy is a master storyteller."—Escape with Dollycas
"Hyzy has done it again...Well crafted with the many twists and turns that readers demand in a mystery, paired with an eccentric cast of characters."—RT Book Reviews
"Well-reasearched and believable."—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"Hyzy will keep you guessing until the end and never disappoints."—AnnArbor.com
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Praise for the national bestselling Manor House Mysteries “Julie Hyzys fans have grown to love Ollie Paras, the White House chef. Theyre going to be equally impressed with Grace Wheaton…Hyzy is skilled at creating unique series characters.”—Chicago Sun-Times
“Engaging…[Grace is] an intelligent and perceptive sleuth…Cozy fans will be well satisfied.”—Publishers Weekly
“Hyzy...excels at plot and personality...With a dandy storyline and further exploration of Graces personal life, Hyzys latest succeeds on all levels.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch
Synopsis
From the author of the successful White House Chef mysteries. Everyone wants a piece of millionaire Bennett Marshfield, owner of Marshfield Manor, but now it's up to a new curator Grace Wheaton and handsome groundskeeper Jack Embers to protect dear old Marshfield. But to do this, they'll have to investigate a botched Ponzi scheme, some torrid Wheaton family secrets-and sour grapes out for revenge.
Synopsis
When Marshfield Manor hosts a charity event, Grace Wheaton, the mansions curator and manager, is happy to lend a helping handuntil a killer makes an unwanted donation
With the town clock in desperate need of repair, local lawyer Joyce Swedburg and her ex-husband, Dr. Leland Keay, are trying to put their differences aside to organize a benefit at Marshfield Manor to raise money to restore the beautiful timepiece. While Grace appreciates the opportunity to support such a good cause, the tension between the unhappy exes is giving her the urge to put both of the organizers in time out.
But after Leland collapses on stage during the festivities, poisoned, Grace suspects there was more going on behind the scenes. Now, shes in a race to catch a ticked off murderer, and, if shes going to prevent anyone else from getting hurt, every second will count
About the Author
New York Times bestselling author Julie Hyzy writes the White House Chef mysteries, including Home of the Braised, Fonduing Fathers, and Affairs of Steak, and the Manor House Mysteries, including Grace Takes Off, Grace Among Thieves, and Grace Interrupted, for Berkley Prime Crime. She has won the Anthony Award and the Barry Award for her work. A native Chicagoan, she thoroughly enjoys researching her books, especially when traveling to exciting new places is involved.