CARMELA DUTRA at Books Inc. Pruneyard

Join local author Carmela Dutra at Books Inc. Pruneyard for a reading and signing of her debut novel, the cozy mystery A M**der Most Foul!

About the book: A food truck run by twins serves up a clucking good M**der in this cozy debut mystery, perfect for fans of Lucy Burdette and Joanne Fluke.
When their late aunt Dolly passes away, twins Beth and Seth Lloyd inherit a chicken themed food truck. Despite the challenges, the siblings rise to the occasion, even going as far as signing up their truck Kluckin’ Good to compete on a top cooking show and ruffle a few feathers for some good publicity. But the competition goes from heated to lethal when a contestant is found dead.
With the elimination competition becoming far too literal, Beth and Seth will need all the help they can get to get out of the frying pan without landing in the fire. With their loyal assistant–and Beth’s best friend–Rylie by their side, they’ll have to follow the bread crumbs to untangle a very twisted case before either one of them is put on the chopping block.
This humorous series debut with a mouthwatering mystery will charm readers and keep them guessing right until the not-so-bitter end.

“A serious set of crimes leavened by plenty of amusing moments add up to a fun read.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“The perfect escapist read, brimming with banter and an extra helping of fun.”
—Ellery Adams, New York Times bestselling author of The Secret, Book, and Scone Society mysteries

Hailing from the Bay Area of California, Carmela Dutra cherishes her family, rainy days, and making others laugh. After years of working on her award-winning indie children’s picture books, she transitioned into crafting cozy mysteries filled with emotion, humor and heart. When she’s not penning her latest tale, Carmela enjoys sketching illustrations, sipping copious amounts of coffee, and over-cuddling her allergy-inducing cats and dog. She shares her life with her best friend and husband, raising two dinosaur-obsessed sons. A lover of alternative rock, Carmela often writes to its rhythm and finds comfort in rewatching The Big Bang Theory and M*A*S*H.

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