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Have Yourself a Deadly Little Christmas

A Year-Round Christmas Mystery
By Vicki Delany
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Have Yourself a Deadly Little Christmas by Vicki Delany is a gripping addition to the Crime & Thriller category. In this suspenseful tale, a seemingly perfect Christmas in a small town takes a dark turn when a local murder disrupts the festive cheer. The protagonist must unravel the mystery and bring a killer to justice, all while navigating the intricacies of small-town relationships and holiday festivities.
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If you enjoy a thrilling mix of holiday cheer and mystery, this book might appeal to you. It's perfect for those who love crime stories set against the backdrop of a festive, cosy setting, with a clever plot that keeps you guessing until the very end.

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It's the beginning of December in Rudolph, New York, America's Christmas Town, and business is brisk at Mrs. Claus's Treasures, a gift and decor shop owned by Merry Wilkinson. The local amateur dramatic society is intensely preparing a special musical production of A Christmas Carol. But it's not a happy set, as rivalries between cast and crew threaten the production.

Tensions come to a head when a member of the group is found dead shortly after a shopping excursion to Mrs. Claus's Treasures. Was someone looking to cut out the competition? Everyone in the cast and crew is a potential suspect, including Aline, Merry's mother, and Merry's shop assistant Jackie O'Reilly, who was desperate for a starring role.

It could be curtains for Christmasβ€”and for Merryβ€”unless the killer can be ferreted out of the wings.

It's beginning to look a lot like murder in the sixth instalment of this charming cozy mystery series, perfect for fans of Donna Andrews and Jacqueline Frost.

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Vicki Delany's Have Yourself a Deadly Little Christmas is praised for its blend of mystery, theatrical charm, and festive spirit. The book captivates readers with its well-plotted narrative, amusing dialogue, and engaging characters, offering a cosy and cheerful holiday mystery experience. It successfully encapsulates small-town charm with quirky personalities, promising an entertaining read that embodies the Christmas spirit.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781639104635

Publisher: Crooked Lane Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 September 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Crooked Lane Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 149.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Vicki Delany is a bestselling author of more than thirty novels/novellas in several of mystery's subgenres. Born in Manitoba and raised in Ontario, she is the former president of the Crime Writers of Canada, a member of Capital Crime Writers, and a member of Sisters in Crime.

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