Synopses & Reviews
Valentine's Day is fast approaching and everyone has a sweetheart, except Stan Kraychik, Boston's sassiest hairdresser. Ever hopeful of meeting Mr. Right, Stan attends a gala reception that culminates in a death by poisoning, and romantic problems take a back seat to murder.
The Boston police arrest Stan's friend Laurett Cole, who then leaves her four-year-old son in Stan's care. In his quest to free Laurett from suspicion and himself from his ill-mannered ward, Stan finds himself exploring the secrets of a revered Boston institution, the Gladys Gardner Chocolate Company. There, along with the sweet edibles, he finds an assortment of not-so-delectable murder.
Review
"Refreshing...a pleasant story of murder, mixups, and mayhem....The story's perky pace is due to Michaels' penchant for campy conversation and humorous insights from the snappy snipper from Snips."--
Lambda Rising Book Report"The one-liners fly as fast as the bullets and there is a surprise in nearly every chapter. Love You To Death is an engaging murder mystery that epitomizes the best of the genre."--The Advocate
"Grant Michaels' sleuthing hairdresser has both the sensitivities of his craft and the balls to impel him into atypical daring. A Body to Dye For has the tart, racy smell of success."--Bay Area Reporter