The Sleeping Lady

A Mystery

by Bonnie C. Monte

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Pub Date Jun 12 2018 | Archive Date Jun 05 2018

She Writes Press

General Fiction (Adult) | Mystery & Thrillers

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Description

Thirty-five-year-old Rae Sullivan owns a thriving home décor shop in the San Francisco Bay area, near majestic Mt. Tamalpais (to locals, The Sleeping Lady). But when her business partner, Thalia, confides that she has a lover in France, Rae’s comfortable life starts to unravel. Soon, an anonymous note-writer threatens to reveal the affair, and Thalia—who, unswayed by Rae’s warnings, insists on confronting the blackmailer—turns up dead in Golden Gate Park. The police, convinced the crime was a random mugging, are dismissive of Rae’s story of blackmail. Then a scandal from Rae’s past job comes to light, and the police start to eye her as a suspect. To clear her reputation and ensure justice for Thalia, Rae decides it’s up to her to unmask the murderer—despite her husband’s objections. Rae’s sleuthing leads her to France, where she enlists the help of Thalia’s handsome half brother. As they collaborate to catch the killer, sparks fly between them, and Rae has to contend with these newly aroused feelings—even as she strives to outmaneuver a cold-blooded murderer who wants to silence her.

Thirty-five-year-old Rae Sullivan owns a thriving home décor shop in the San Francisco Bay area, near majestic Mt. Tamalpais (to locals, The Sleeping Lady). But when her business partner, Thalia...

Advance Praise

"From San Francisco to Paris, Rae Sullivan's investigation into a friend's murder will delight readers and keep them guessing until the very end."
―Wendy Tokunaga, author of Postcards From Tokyo and Love in Translation

"The Sleeping Lady is a terrific debut. Rae Sullivan is an engaging heroine, the characters are finely drawn, and the dialogue is tight. The plot is beautifully paced. For those who love the San Francisco Bay Area, this novel shines like the sun breaking through the morning fog on a perfect San Francisco day. We will be hearing more from this talented newcomer."
―Sheldon Siegel, New York Times best-selling author of Special Circumstances

"The Sleeping Lady is a stellar debut in the mystery genre. Monte has managed to create real, believable characters―especially the heroine, Rae Sullivan, whose business partner and friend has been found murdered. Monte delivers an exciting ride from the San Francisco Bay area to the French countryside and back, with an intriguing plot that keeps the reader guessing to the very end. A fun, satisfying story with great dialogue and a surprising twist in what one hopes will become a series. Highly recommend this delightful novel!"
―Michelle Cox, author of the award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series

Available Editions

EDITION	Other Format
ISBN	9781631523878
PRICE	$16.95 (USD)
PAGES	248

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Lee C, Reviewer

This is hands down one of the best mystery books I've read in a while. From the very first page you're drawn into the story. Each and every one of the characters are so thoroughly developed they pop off the pages as real people. The settings and atmosphere are so artfully described you feel like you're there. No plot spoilers, but if you're looking for a great read, this is the one. Exciting murder mystery with just enough red herrings to have a surprise ending regarding, "who done it". Friendships, lovers, intense family dynamics, this one has it all. I see an open door for a follow up story, and hope there is one. 5++++ stars for this one!!!

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Lou D, Reviewer

A really good read! Good characters and a great setting. The mystery keeps you guesssing until the end.

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Reviewer 478908

The Sleeping Lady is a contemporary cozy mystery with a little romance thrown in. The novel follows the protagonist through her search to find who killed her friend and also provides insights into her character's feelings.

The killer was who I had suspected from the beginning. But it isn't super obvious.

A well written book. I would read more by this author.