Killer Hooks (Crochet Mystery)

ISBN: 1960511300

Author: Hechtman, Betty

Condition: New

Molly Pink and the Tarzana Hookers have to read between the lines when a bookstore event turns fatal in the new Crochet Mystery by national bestselling author Betty Hechtman.Theres never a dull moment for amateur sleuth Molly Pink. Without warning, her infant granddaughter has been dumped in her lap for babysitting duties, her son has reluctantly enlisted her help investigating a potential investor in his business, and now she has to manage a high-profile bookstore event for a former Hollywood columnist whos dishing the dirt in a juicy tell-all. And when the author collapses and dies in the store just as shes about to reveal an incriminating tidbit, the police suspect foul play and zero in on Molly as the likely culprit.Getting herself off the hook wont be easy, but Molly and the Tarzana Hookers are convinced that whoever did the deed wanted to silence the author before she could expose their dark secret. As the police continue to needle Molly, certain shes trying to pull the wool over their eyes with her claims of innocence, shes also in over her head in a mommy group run by Hollywood power couples-all of whom may have something to hide. As she finally stitches together the loose ends and figures out the killers identity, they decide its time to silence her too, and Molly has to think fast before she makes a quick trip from her granddaughters cradle to the grave . . .Includes a crochet project and a scrumptious recipe!Praise for the Crochet MysteriesA character-driven cozy whose mystery is solid enough to raise it above the average. -Kirkus ReviewsA lively ensemble cast led by Molly Pink lifts Hechtmans entertaining, well-paced mystery . . . Cozy fans will have fun. -Publishers WeeklyAnother delightful treat. -Tulsa Book ReviewA comfortable and well-paced mystery . . . There is more than a little humor to be found and romance is alive and well.-MyShelfA perfect group of crafters to have an armchair adventure with. -Open Book SocietyFun . . . Has a great hook and a cast of characters that enliven any scene. -The Mystery Reader[A] brisk and enjoyable cozy . . . A fun read . . . Readers will be hooked. -New Mystery Reader MagazineHechtmans writing is fun and introspective, and Molly is a likable character. -Romantic TimesBetty Hechtman has written a charming mystery. Who can resist a sleuth named Pink, a slew of interesting minor characters and a fun fringe-of-Hollywood setting? Get hooked! -Monica Ferris, author of the Needlecraft mysteriesA gentle and charming novel that will warm the reader like a favorite afghan. Its quirky and likable characters are appealing and real. A delightful addition to the mystery genre. -Earlene Fowler, author of the Benni Harper mysteriesAbout the Author:Betty Hechtman is the national bestselling author of the Crochet Mysteries and the Yarn Retreat Mysteries. She grew up on the South Side of Chicago and has a degree in Fine Art. Since college, she has studied everything from improv comedy to magic, and has had an assortment of professions, including volunteer farm worker, nanny at a summer resort, waitress at a coffee house, and telephone operator. She lives with her family and stash of yarn in Southern California. You can learn more about Betty and find excerpts from all her books at BettyHechtman.com. She blogs on Fridays at Killerhobbies.blogspot.com, and you can join her on Facebook at BettyHechtmanAuthor.