Hung Up to Die

Hung Up to Die by Dolores Johnson, published by Doubleday Direct in December 1997, is a first edition novel comprising 248 pages. This work follows Mandy Dyer, the owner of Dyer’s Cleaners, who faces a series of troubling events when lipstick marks start appearing on her customers’ freshly pressed clothes. As she investigates the source of the sabotage, she suspects one of her employees may be colluding with a rival cleaner, Lonnie “The Sleezeball” Mills, who is aggressively marketing his discount services.
Readers will find a blend of humor and intrigue as Mandy navigates the challenges of her business and personal life, especially when she discovers a body hanging from her shop’s conveyor. The narrative unfolds within the realms of mystery and detective fiction, featuring a strong female sleuth. With elements of suspense and a touch of charm, Hung Up to Die offers an engaging experience for those who enjoy cozy mysteries.
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Mandy Dyer, owner of Dyer’s Cleaners, has a spotless reputation for taking care of customers clothes until lipstick marks begin appearing on the freshly pressed garments. She’s afraid one of her employees is trying to ruin her business, and she wonders if the employee could be working for a competitor, Lonnie “The Sleezeball” Mills, who has opened a discount cleaners in the neighborhood. Lonnie has been bombarding her customers with cut-rate coupons for his store. When Mandy sees what she thinks is a mannequin suspended from the overhead conveyor inside the front window, she thinks it’s another dirty trick, but when she gets inside, Mandy finds it’s Lonnie’s body, hanging from the conveyor. Mandy becomes a suspect because she had threatened to put a permanent end to his career if he didn’t stop hanging around her plant. Adding to Mandy’s problems is the arrival of her mother from Phoenix. With humor, charm, and an exciting mystery at its core, Hung Up to Die promises an exciting ride for cozy lovers everywhere.
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