Synopses & Reviews
At a local Chinese restaurant, it's the owner who gets taken out... Most folks arenand#8217;t forced by court order to attend a library-book discussion group, but thatand#8217;s just what happens to B and B proprietor and ex-Manhattanite Bea Cartwright, hippy cat lover Chandra Morrisey, and winery owner Kate Wilder after a small-town magistrate has had enough of their squabbling. South Bass, an island on Lake Erie, is home to an idyllic summer resort, but these three ladies keep disturbing the peace.
The initial book choice is Agatha Christieand#8217;s Murder on the Orient Express, and that sets their mouths to watering. The Orient Express is the islandand#8217;s newest Chinese restaurant. They might not agree about much, but the ladies all love the orange chicken on the menu. But their meal is spoiled when the restaurantand#8217;s owner, Peter Chan, has the bad fortune of getting murdered. Now, with Christie as their inspiration, the League of Literary Ladies has a real mystery to solveand#133;if they can somehow catch a killer without killing each other first.
Review
Praise for the Chili Cook-off Mysteries:
Death by Devils Breath
“[A] spicy blend of a feisty heroine, colorful casino performers, and a deadly chili contest. The highly likable cast of characters and their hilarious hijinks make this series a blue-ribbon winner.”—RT Book Reviews
“Cozy mystery lovers will be delighted to read this spicy mystery. It is a fast- paced page-turner of a read . . . with engaging characters.”—MyShelf.com
“Witty dialogue, numerous suspects, and a strong development of characters highlight the strength of writing by an author . . . [who] continues her record of entertaining readers with insightful characters and laughter.”—Kings River Life Magazine
Chili Con Carnage
“Maxie is an edgy firecracker of a main character...I predict that this fun new series is going to continue to get stronger and stronger!”—Mochas, Mysteries, and More
“The mystery aspect of the novel was well-thought-out and planned. Maxie is a sort of no-nonsense character and her investigation proves that out . . .A great first effort!”—Debbies Book Bag
“[A] solid mystery, introducing readers to an interesting setting and a unique cast of characters.”—CA Reviews
Synopsis
Three amateur sleuths call upon their inner Agatha Christie when murder strikes their small town in the first League of Literary Ladies mystery... Most folks aren't forced by court order to attend a library-book discussion group, but that's just what happens to B & B proprietor and ex-Manhattanite Bea Cartwright, hippy cat lover Chandra Morrisey, and winery owner Kate Wilder after a small-town magistrate has had enough of their squabbling. South Bass, an island on Lake Erie, is home to an idyllic summer resort, but these three ladies keep disturbing the peace.
The initial book choice is Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express, and that sets their mouths to watering. The Orient Express is the island's newest Chinese restaurant. They might not agree about much, but the ladies all love the orange chicken on the menu. But their meal is spoiled when the restaurant's owner, Peter Chan, has the bad fortune of getting murdered. Now, with Christie as their inspiration, the League of Literary Ladies has a real mystery to solve...if they can somehow catch a killer without killing each other first.
Synopsis
Working out of her button shop in a Chicago brownstone, Josie Giancola has become one of the country's leading experts on buttons. Her reputation draws a Hollywood starlet to the Button Box to shop for one-of-a-kind buttons to adorn her made-to-order wedding gown.
But after the Button Box is ransacked and the actress murdered, Josie's cozy world is thrown into chaos-and a killer is out to keep Josie's lips buttoned up...permanently.
Synopsis
Button collector Josie Giancola has a sharp eye for detail, and a love for keeping things together. But when a murder interrupts her button business, she’s always ready to snap into action… As chairwoman of an international conference for button collectors, Josie has plenty to worry about. Between greeting collectors, overseeing the dinner cruise, and attending to the many needs of the guest of honor, Thad Wyant, she barely has time to deal with her gorgeous ex-husband…let alone a dead body.
But when Thad is found dead in a hotel linen closet, Detective Nevin Riley needs Josie to help him solve the case. Mr. Wyant’s historic Geronimo button has gone missing, and considering how many enemies he’s made in the small and peculiar world of button collectors, Josie will have to act fast—before she becomes history herself...
Includes tips on antique button collecting!
Synopsis
The author of Death by Devils Breath takes the chili cook-off circuit to southern Texas to prove that revenge is a dish best served hot . . .
Everyone in San Antonio remembers the Alamo, but how many remember the Chili Queens? Back in the early twentieth century, these spicy señoras sold their lip-smacking chili in plazas all around the city. Now, as part of the Chili Showdown, Maxie and her half-sister, Sylvia, are dressing up as the Chili Queens to raise money for charity.
But someone wasnt feeling too charitable toward a local troubadour, who is murdered at the fundraiser. When their friend Nick Falcone, head of security for the Showdown, actually becomes the prime suspect, its up to Maxie and Sylvia to turn the heat up on a killer, whos planning a chili reception for them . . .
INCLUDES DELICIOUS RECIPES!
About the Author
Kylie Logan is the author of the Ethnic Eats and League of Literary Ladies series, as well as the Chili Cook-off Mysteries, Death by Devil's Breath and Chili Con Carnage.