Trimmed to Death
Trimmed to Death by Nancy J. Cohen is a cozy mystery published by Orange Grove Press on September 25, 2018. This 288-page novel follows hairstylist and amateur sleuth Marla Vail as she participates in a charity bake-off contest at a local fall festival. While awaiting the results of her coconut fudge pie, Marla becomes embroiled in a murder investigation when she discovers a dead body in a strawberry field, leading her to uncover a web of suspects among fellow contestants.
Readers will find a blend of mystery and culinary elements as Marla navigates the competition and the various personalities involved, including a celebrity TV chef and a food critic. The narrative explores themes of intrigue and deception within the baking community, all while providing recipes that complement the story. This edition is presented in English and offers an engaging experience for fans of mystery and detective fiction, particularly those who enjoy stories featuring women sleuths.
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Hairstylist Marla Vail enters a bake-off competition that’s a real killer when a contestant ends up dead.
Savvy hairstylist and amateur sleuth Marla Vail enters a charity bake-off contest at a fall festival sponsored by a local farm. While she waits to see if her coconut fudge pie is a winner, Marla joins a scavenger hunt where people playing character roles are the targets. Instead of scoring points with a live person, she finds a dead body planted face-down in the strawberry field. Who would want to cut short the life of food magazine publisher and fellow bake-off contestant, Francine Dodger?
As she investigates, Marla learns there’s no shortage of suspects. A celebrity TV chef, food critic, olive oil importer, food truck owner, pastry chef, and cookbook author may be stirring up more than their next recipe. Can Marla unmask the killer before someone else gets trimmed from life? Recipes Included!
Finalist in the American Fiction Awards!
“If you enjoy cozy mysteries and female sleuths, you’ll enjoy Trimmed to Death. Besides, you get some recipes!” Christa Nardi, Christa Reads and Writes
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