With Option to Kill

Earns 5/5 Open Houses … Exciting, Engaging Cozy!

With Option to Kill Earns 5/5 Open Houses … Exciting, Engaging Cozy!

Cindy York just want to surprise her husband with surprise party for his fiftieth birthday, but the unexpected appearance of his sister Annette is more than problematic … it’s murder! But, to make sure Annette doesn’t wrangle an invitation to stay with them, she’s checking out all the available apartments for her. One pops up and the owner, Mac Tremont, gives permission for a viewing, Annette, of course, turns on the charm, an immediate deal is struck, and Annette moves in right then and there. Too easy! Cindy and Greg are awaken at night by a frantic phone call from Annette. She pleading for help and saying the police were on their way. Mac is dead, and she says, “it’s all my fault!”

It’s SOLD! Catherine Bruns fifth book in her Cindy York Mystery series was an exciting, well-written journey navigating through several frustrating family dynamics, dishonest relatives, death threats, disgruntled exes, and a past that may have led to murder. The victim, unfortunately, may have been collateral damage which means lives are still in danger causing a rift between Cindy and her husband. Whew! There’s plenty for Cindy to worry about with kids to manage, a job to do, and her daughter’s wedding to plan, but it’s worse when the danger comes through the front door. Although Cindy will do anything to protect her family, it was added tension that the threat is family. Cindy and Jacques make a delightful partnership in business as well as tracking down a possible suspect at a seedy motel or a strip club, but it gets closer to home with a trashed house, surprise connections, and a shocking final showdown. What a cozy ride!

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