Overview

A greedy developer, a black-tie ball, and a poisoned Baked Alaska are all pieces to a puzzle only tea maven Theodosia Browning can solve in the latest entry of this New York Times bestselling series. A brazen killer sparks Theodosia Browning's sense of justice in this latest installment of the New York Times bestselling series. As fireflies dazzle like tiny glowing lanterns, tea maven Theodosia hosts an elegant evening tea on the patio of the Tangled Rose B and B. But in this gentle darkness an intruder has made their way in and slipped deadly drugs into the baked Alaska of Mrs. Van Courtland, one of Charleston's local grande dames. Shocked by this brazen act, urged on by Mrs. V's grieving son, Theodosia begins her own shadow investigation. Soon, she finds herself at odds with a greedy developer, the questionable residents of Honey Badger House, a vengeful ex-daughter-in-law, ne'er do well relatives, and a housekeeper who knows all the secrets. As Theodosia hosts a Moulin Rouge Tea and a Queen Victoria Tea, her tea sommelier Drayton is assaulted by a masked stranger and the fiance of Mrs. V's son is kidnapped. It's only at the Starry Starry Night black tie ball that Theodosia stumbles upon the killer and gets pulled into a dramatic life and death chase.

Full Product Details

9780593815472

Table of Contents

Reviews

""A charming mystery full of surprises, recipes, hints for throwing unusual tea parties, and a stellar cast of characters.""—Kirkus ""Cozy mystery lovers will devour this latest offering. The yummy recipes at the end of the book are a delicious bonus.""—Library Journal ""Details about tea, food, and running a small business frame this satisfying entry in the long-running series with its appealing, familiar characters, and it will be relished by readers who enjoy tea and food-themed cozies.""—Booklist

Author Information

Laura Childs is the New York Times bestselling author of the Tea Shop Mysteries, New Orleans Scrapbooking Mysteries, and Cackleberry Club Mysteries. In her previous life she was CEO of her own marketing firm, authored several screenplays, and produced a reality TV show.

Tab Content 6

Countries Available