The Brim Reaper

#3 in the Style & Error Mystery Series

by Diane Vallere

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Pub Date Dec 03 2013 | Archive Date Apr 01 2014

Polyester Press

Mystery & Thrillers | Women's Fiction

Description

When an over the top collection of vintage Hollywood costumes comes to Samantha Kidd's hometown, it brings a hatbox full of hype. Close friend Eddie is in charge of the exhibit, but when hype turns to homicide, he turns to Samantha for help. Brimming with good intentions, she loops in the cops, but after one too many cloche calls, she's soon in over her head. If she can tear the lid off the investigation, it'll mean a feather in her fedora. And if she can't? She might get capped.

Advance Praise

Praise for the Style & Error Mystery Series:

“[T]he book is enriched by the author’s cleverly phrased prose and convincing characterization. The surprise ending will satisfy and delight many mystery fans. A diverting mystery that offers laughs and chills.”

—Kirkus Reviews

“Overall, an impressive cozy mystery from a promising author.”

—Mystery Tribune

“A sassy tale told with warmth and charm, Diane Vallere’s Designer Dirty Laundry shows that even the toughest crime is no match for a sleuth in fishnet stockings who knows her way around the designer department. A delightful debut.”

—Kris Neri, Lefty Award-Nominated Author of Revenge for Old Times’ Sake

“Combining fashion and fatalities, Diane Vallere pens a winning debut mystery. With a fascinating look behind the scenes at what makes a department store tick, Designer Dirty Laundry is a sleek and stylish read.”

—Ellen Byerrum, Award-Winning Author of The Crime of Fashion mysteries

“In Designer Dirty Laundry, author Diane Vallere stitches together a seamless mystery. The story will have you on pins and needles. Samantha Kidd is a witty heroine that you will root for as she fashions a fresh stylish start in her hometown of Edding, Pennsylvania.”

—Avery Aames, Agatha Award winner of nationally bestselling A Cheese Shop Mystery series

“A captivating new mystery voice, Vallere has stitched together haute couture and murder in a stylish mystery. Dirty Laundry has never been so engrossing!”

—Krista Davis, Author of The Domestic Diva Mysteries

“Designer Dirty Laundry is a light, cozy-style mystery written in a breezy manner. The murder plot is nicely set up, the suspects all credibly drawn, and Samantha Kidd an engaging amateur sleuth.”

—Mysterious Reviews

“It keeps you at the edge of your seat. I love the description of clothes in this book … if you love fashion, pick this up!”

—Los Angeles Mamma Blog

“You may want to stay out of department stores after reading Diane Vallere’s second book in her Style & Error Mystery Series. Behind the scenes some deals are to die for.”

—Sheila Connolly, author of the Museum Mysteries, the Orchard Mysteries, and the Country Cork Mysteries

“Vallere once again brings her knowledgeable fashion skills to the forefront, along with comedy, mystery, and a saucy romance. Buyer, Beware did not disappoint!”

—Chick Lit Plus

“In Buyer, Beware, Diane Vallere takes the reader through this cozy mystery with her signature wit and humor. Buyer, Beware is a fast paced, humorous read with a clever, knotty mystery to chew on.”

—Mary Marks, NY Journal of Books

Praise for the Style & Error Mystery Series:

“[T]he book is enriched by the author’s cleverly phrased prose and convincing characterization. The surprise ending will satisfy and delight many mystery...