The Grim Steeper
The Grim Steeper by Gretchen Rue is a cozy mystery published by Crooked Lane Books on September 10, 2024. This edition spans 304 pages and is presented in English. The story follows bookstore owner Phoebe Winchester as she prepares for her first major author event at her book and tea store, the Earl’s Study. However, the event takes a dark turn when the featured author, Sebastian Marlow, is found dead before he can unveil a rediscovered bird species, raising questions about the motives behind his untimely demise.
Readers will find Phoebe determined to solve the mystery surrounding Sebastian’s death, especially as it threatens her store’s reputation. With the help of Rich Lofting, a local private investigator, she navigates a web of suspects, including a recently fired manager who had a heated argument with Sebastian. As the investigation unfolds, another victim emerges, complicating Phoebe’s quest for the truth. This installment in the series blends elements of mystery, supernatural themes, and amateur sleuthing, offering an engaging narrative for fans of the genre.
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Bookstore owner Phoebe Winchester is putting on her first major author event when a body is discovered and the plot goes off the rails in this cozy mystery, perfect for fans of Cleo Coyle and Jenn McKinlay.
Amateur witch Phoebe Winchester is excited to host her first big author event at the Earl’s Study, her book and tea store. The author, Sebastian Marlow, is a famous birder excited to put Raven Creek on the map for his rediscovery of a presumed-extinct bird. When Sebastian is found dead before his planned bird hike, where he expected to prove the existence of the bird to fellow birding enthusiasts, it’s obvious someone wanted him to be extinct, too.
Sebastian had a few unfriendly encounters with his staff—including his recently fired manager, who was seen arguing with him at the author event. Phoebe is determined to figure out who killed Sebastian, worried that it will negatively affect her store’s image that her biggest guest author got killed. With the clock ticking, she enlists the help of Rich Lofting, the handsome local private investigator, to help her look into the murder.
It’s not long before another victim is pecked off and someone close to Phoebe is the suspect. She’ll have to work quickly to uncover the killer and figure out who’s up to fowl play in the third charming book in this warm and witchy series.
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