The Coloring Crook
The Coloring Crook by Krista Davis, published by Kensington on November 27, 2018, is a cozy mystery that unfolds in the vibrant setting of Georgetown, Washington D.C. The story follows Florrie Fox, the manager of the Color Me Read bookstore, as she navigates her personal and professional life. With her romance blossoming and a weekly coloring club providing camaraderie, Florrie’s world takes a dark turn when her friend Dolly Cavanaugh presents a rare coloring book, only to be found dead shortly after. This shocking event propels Florrie into a web of intrigue as she seeks to uncover the truth behind Dolly’s mysterious past.
Readers will find a blend of mystery and amateur sleuthing as Florrie investigates the circumstances surrounding Dolly’s death. The narrative explores themes of friendship and the complexities of personal relationships, all while incorporating elements of the cozy genre. With 304 pages, this edition also includes front and back covers for readers to color, adding an interactive dimension to the reading experience. The book presents a unique combination of fiction, mystery, and the art of coloring, making it a distinctive addition to the genre.
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Includes A Front and Back Cover for You to Color!
Life is looking rosy for Florrie Fox, manager of the Color Me Read bookstore in Georgetown, Washington D.C. She’s working on an adult coloring book of gardens, her romance with Sergeant Eric Jonquille has entered a new chapter, and the bookstore’s weekly coloring club is a source of friendship and entertainment. No member is more vibrant than Dolly Cavanaugh. Dolly likes to say she was blessed with beauty and cursed with lousy husbands, but at least she has a grown daughter and a stunning brownstone to show for it!
When Dolly’s love of garage sales results in her showing up at Color Me Read with a rare book in hand, Florrie is astounded. The Florist, the earliest known coloring book, was first published in 1760. An original copy would be worth a fortune—and someone else knows it. That same evening, Florrie finds Dolly dead on the floor of her apartment, a corner of a coloring book page clutched in her hand. As Florrie delves into Dolly’s past and her personal effects, she discovers a skeleton in the closet—literally—and a whole lot of shady suspects. One of them is an expert in the fine art of murder, but can Florrie draw the right conclusion?
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