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With summer approaching, Ellie Averys schedule is ruled by attending end-of-the-year events at her kids school - and avoiding run-ins with her arch competitor. When a murder disrupts the core curriculum, can the two women form an alliance to teach the killer a lesson in justice?. As a regular volunteer at North Dawkins Elementary, Ellie would never miss the annual Mothers Day breakfast - even if she has to tolerate the likes of Gabrielle Matheson. The rivals arent exactly sworn enemies, although Ellie still thinks theres only room for one professional organizer in their small Georgia town.. But when Ellie sees Gabrielle in the hallway, shes a mess. It looks like Gabrielles seen a ghost - or, as she explains, a dead body inside the supply closet. Before Ellie can get help the body vanishes . . . only to mysteriously reappear later at the school.. Little is known about the victim, a secretive snoop with a nosy nature and a penchant for keeping quiet about her own past. Ellie will leave no desk unturned to protect her kids and expose the cunning criminals identity. Because if she doesnt, the killer may chalk up another textbook case of murder . . .. Dont miss Ellie Averys great tips for PTA moms!. Praise for Sara Rosett and her Ellie Avery mysteries ... . "Some cozies just hit on all cylinders, and Rosetts Ellie Avery titles are among the best." - Library Journal. MILKSHAKES, MERMAIDS, AND MURDER. "Rosetts latest Ellie Avery mystery is about a woman trying to protect her family, and thats a message most of us can relate to." - RT Book Reviews, 4 1/2 stars. MISTLETOE, MERRIMENT, AND MURDER. "Intriguing characters, a strong setting, more than a dash of humor and a suspenseful plot that keeps us guessing until the end . . . Yet, what places air force wife Ellie Avery at the top of my list are the poignant descriptions of what military families face every day." - Katherine Hall Page. MIMOSAS, MISCHIEF, AND MURDER. "A winning mystery . . . a rumor of hidden money, secret letters from a famous recluse, a fire, a threatening message, and a crazed gunman add to the cozy mischief." - Publishers Weekly. MAGNOLIAS, MOONLIGHT, AND MURDER. "Engaging ... nifty party tips help keep the sleuthing on the cozy side." - Publishers Weekly. GETTING AWAY IS DEADLY. "Keeps readers moving down some surprising paths - and on the edge of their chairs - until the very end." - Cozy Library
About the Author
"USA Today" bestselling author Sara Rosett writes lighthearted mysteries for readers who enjoy atmospheric settings, fun characters, and puzzling whodunits. She loves reading Golden Age mysteries, watching Jane Austen adaptions, and travel. She is the author of the High Society Lady Detective historical mystery series as well as three contemporary cozy series: the Murder on Location series, the On the Run series, and the Ellie Avery series. Sara is the creator of the online course, How to Outline A Cozy Mystery, and is the author of "How to Write a Series." "Publishers Weekly" called Sara's books "enchanting," "well-executed," and "sparkling." Sara loves to get new stamps in her passport and considers dark chocolate a daily requirement. Find out more at SaraRosett.com.
