Guest Sleuth Spotlight: LB Dayton and A Five Star Murder
Detective David O'Neil, jaded by the bustling streets of New York, seeks solace in Texas, but finds himself caught in a tangled web of deceit and desire. The Dolanato Family's sinister reach threatens his new beginnings. He must outsmart not just the Mafia, but also navigate the twisted loyalties of friends and neighbors. All while the dazzling Texas dream, Carly Bells, becomes entwined in his perilous path, her heart set on defending him and his daughter.
As secrets unravel, love and survival hang by a thread. Will the couple conquer the chaos, or will Appleton's charming façades conceal yet another mystery lurking in plain sight?
“A Five Star Murder is everything I want in a cozy mystery — sharp wit, genuine chemistry between the leads, and a setting so vivid you can practically smell the kitchen. LB Dayton writes the kind of book that makes you miss your stop on the train and absolutely refuse to apologize for it.”
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