Synopses & Reviews
Theres no planning for murder
Event planner Pepper Pomeroy is making the most of her current unemployment by arranging a surprise for her sister, Felicity. Warren, Felicitys boyfriend, plans to lure his lovely lady into a private jet, propose, and whisk her away on a romantic vacation. He just needs Pepper to handle all the fine details in order to make it the perfect proposaland it is. Everything goes so well when Warren pops the question that he suggests Pepper do this sort of thing professionally.
But before she can get her new business off the ground, there are some disturbing questions. Like whos the dead guy Pepper finds in the ladies room of the jet hangar? Is it possible Felicitys high-flying fiancé has been hiding more than the engagement ring? Peppers not married to the idea of having a criminal in the family, so in order to protect her sister, she takes off in pursuit of a killer
Review
“A mouthwatering debut with a plucky protagonist. Clever, original, and appealing with gluten-free recipes to die for.”—Carolyn Hart, national bestselling author
“This bakers treat rises to the occasion. Whether you need to eat allergy-free or not, youll devour every morsel.”—Avery Aames, Agatha Award-winning author of the Cheese Shop Mysteries
“Nancy J. Parra has whipped up a sweet treat thats sure to delight!”—Peg Cochran, national bestselling author of the Gourmet De-Lite Mysteries “A delightful heroine, cherry-filled plot twists, and cream-filled pastries. Could murder be any sweeter?”—Connie Archer, national bestselling author of the Soup Lovers Mysteries “A lively, sassy heroine and a perceptive and humorous look at small-town Kansas (the Wheat State)!”—JoAnna Carl, national bestselling author of the Chocoholic Mysteries
Review
Praise for the Perfect Proposals Mystery Series:
“Pepper Pomeroy is a hoot.”— J. J. Cook, national bestselling author
“A unique concept…With a mystery that kept me guessing.”—Cozy Mystery Book Reviews
“A captivating read.”— Duffy Brown, national bestselling author
Synopsis
The author of Engaged in Murder returns with her second Perfect Proposals Mystery. This time Pepper Pomeroy discovers that shopping for the dream wedding dress can be a nightmare
Peppers new wedding proposal planning business, Perfect Proposals, seems like a perfect fit. If only shopping for her sister Felicitys bridal gown could be so simple.
After a long day of lace, tulle, and tears, Pepper, Felicity, and their mother pull it together to try one last bridal boutique. Maybe theyll be surprised. And indeed they arewhen they enter a deserted shop and soon discover the owner of the boutique slain in the alley out back.
Distressed by their proximity to the crime, Pepper vows to unveil the killer. As difficult as it is to draw a pattern from the clues, its still easier than finding Felicitys perfect wedding gown. But as the killer begins to feel hemmed in, Pepper may be the one brought to her knees
About the Author
Nancy J. Parra is the author of Engaged in Murder in the Perfect Proposals Mystery series and Flourless to Stop Him, Murder Gone A-Rye, and Gluten for Punishment in the Bakers Treat Mystery series. She lives in the Midwest with her trusty Bichon-Poo, whom she refers to warmly as Little Dog.” Parras 2010 novel, The Counterfeit Bride, was named one of the top ten romances of 2010” by Booklist.