Plantation Shudders: A Cajun Country Mystery by Ellen Byron (English) Paperback

Description: Plantation Shudders by Ellen Byron USA TODAY BESTSELLERAGATHA AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST FIRST MYSTERYLEFTY AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST HUMOROUS MYSTERYDAPHNE DU MAURIER AWARD NOMINEECheck in for some Southern hospitality in Plantation Shudders, the Cajun Country series debut from Ellen Byron.Its the end of the summer and Prodigal Daughter Maggie Crozat has returned home to her familys plantation-turned-bed-and-breakfast in Louisiana. The Crozats have an inn full of guests for the local food festival-elderly honeymooners, the Cajun Cuties, a mysterious stranger from Texas, a couple of hipster lovebirds, and a trio of Georgia frat boys. But when the elderly couple keels over dead within minutes of each other-one from very unnatural causes- Maggie and the others suddenly become suspects in a murder.With the help of Bo Durand, the towns handsome new detective, Maggie must investigate to clear her name while holding the family business together at the same time. And the deeper she digs, the more she wonders- are all of the guests really there for a vacation or do they have ulterior motives? Decades-old secrets and stunning revelations abound in Ellen Byrons charming cozy debut, Plantation Shudders.USA TODAY BestsellerSecrets, suspects, and Southernhospitalityabound at MaggieCrozatsLouisiana B&B in this first installment of the Cajun Country cozy mystery series.Includes yummy recipes like Crawfish Crozat and Bourbon Pecan Bread Pudding!Its the end of the summer and Prodigal Daughter MaggieCrozathas returned home to her familys plantation-turned-bed-and-breakfast in Louisiana. TheCrozatshave an inn full of guests for the local food festival-elderly honeymooners, the Cajun Cuties, a mysterious stranger from Texas, a couple of hipster lovebirds, and a trio of Georgia frat boys. But when the elderly couple keels over dead within minutes of each other-one from very unnatural causes-Maggie and the others suddenly become suspects in a murder.With the help ofBoDurand, the towns handsome new detective, Maggie must investigate to clear her name while holding the family business together at the same time. And the deeper she digs, the more she wonders- are all the guests really there for a vacation or do they have ulterior motives? Decades-old secrets and stunning revelations abound in EllenByronscharming cozy debut, Plantation Shudders. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Back Cover USA TODAY BESTSELLER AGATHA AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST FIRST MYSTERY LEFTY AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST HUMOROUS MYSTERY DAPHNE DU MAURIER AWARD NOMINEE Praise for Plantation Shudders : "Recipes and fascinating tidbits about plantation history add a tasty lagniappe to this entertaining and well-done cozy debut. A twisty plot and engaging colorful characters complete this mysterys many pleasures." -- Library Journal starred review, Debut of the Month "Byrons debut brings energy and verve to the cozy." -- Publishers Weekly on Plantation Shudders "Enthusiastically recommended...a deftly crafted and terrifically entertaining novel." -- Midwest Book Review "Brilliant... Ellen Byron has written a delectable Cajun cozy mystery that is one of the best books I have read in a long time!" -- Night Owl Reviews, Top Pick "An engaging mystery with a touch of romance and a twist of Southern charm." --Nancy Atherton, New York Times bestselling author of the Aunt Dimity series " Plantation Shudders is a delight -- a fast, fun read. Ellen Byron is a new cozy voice with a charming Southern accent. Youll love this novel and its colorful Louisiana characters." --Elaine Viets, author of Checked Out , a Dead-End Job mystery "When love goes wrong, aspiring artist Maggie Crozat heads back to the bayou to become a modern-day belle with a mission to keep the familys historic plantation financially afloat. A jambalaya of colorful friends and relatives, plus scrumptious Cajun cooking and a basset hound named Gopher make Pelican, Louisiana as southern as good manners and Spanish Moss. But before long, theres murder under the magnolias, and Maggie must spring into action. I love a mystery thats a gumbo of wit, charm, and plenty of heart. Laissez les bons temps rouler! " --Nancy Martin, author of The Blackbird Sisters Mystery Series Flap USA TODAY BESTSELLER AGATHA AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST FIRST MYSTERY LEFTY AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST HUMOROUS MYSTERY DAPHNE DU MAURIER AWARD NOMINEE Praise for Plantation Shudders : "Recipes and fascinating tidbits about plantation history add a tasty lagniappe to this entertaining and well-done cozy debut. A twisty plot and engaging colorful characters complete this mysterys many pleasures." -- Library Journal starred review, Debut of the Month "Byrons debut brings energy and verve to the cozy." -- Publishers Weekly on Plantation Shudders "Enthusiastically recommended...a deftly crafted and terrifically entertaining novel." -- Midwest Book Review "Brilliant... Ellen Byron has written a delectable Cajun cozy mystery that is one of the best books I have read in a long time!" -- Night Owl Reviews, Top Pick "An engaging mystery with a touch of romance and a twist of Southern charm." --Nancy Atherton, New York Times bestselling author of the Aunt Dimity series " Plantation Shudders is a delight -- a fast, fun read. Ellen Byron is a new cozy voice with a charming Southern accent. Youll love this novel and its colorful Louisiana characters." --Elaine Viets, author of Checked Out , a Dead-End Job mystery "When love goes wrong, aspiring artist Maggie Crozat heads back to the bayou to become a modern-day belle with a mission to keep the familys historic plantation financially afloat. A jambalaya of colorful friends and relatives, plus scrumptious Cajun cooking and a basset hound named Gopher make Pelican, Louisiana as southern as good manners and Spanish Moss. But before long, theres murder under the magnolias, and Maggie must spring into action. I love a mystery thats a gumbo of wit, charm, and plenty of heart. Laissez les bons temps rouler! " --Nancy Martin, author of The Blackbird Sisters Mystery Series Author Biography Ellen Byron is a television writer, playwright, and freelance journalist. Her TV credits include Wings, Still Standing, and Just Shoot Me, and her written work has appeared in Glamour, REDBOOK, and Seventeen, among others. She lives in the Los Angeles area with her husband, their daughter, and the familys very spoiled rescue dog. A native New Yorker, Ellen still misses her hometown, and still drives like a New York Cabbie. This is her debut. Review USA TODAY BESTSELLER AGATHA AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST FIRST MYSTERY LEFTY AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST HUMOROUS MYSTERY DAPHNE DU MAURIER AWARD NOMINEE Praise for Plantation Shudders: "Recipes and fascinating tidbits about plantation history add a tasty lagniappe to this entertaining and well-done cozy debut. A twisty plot and engaging colorful characters complete this mysterys many pleasures." --Library Journal starred review, Debut of the Month "Byrons debut brings energy and verve to the cozy." --Publishers Weekly on Plantation Shudders "Enthusiastically recommended...a deftly crafted and terrifically entertaining novel." --Midwest Book Review "Brilliant... Ellen Byron has written a delectable Cajun cozy mystery that is one of the best books I have read in a long time!" --Night Owl Reviews, Top Pick "An engaging mystery with a touch of romance and a twist of Southern charm." --Nancy Atherton, New York Times bestselling author of the Aunt Dimity series "Plantation Shudders is a delight -- a fast, fun read. Ellen Byron is a new cozy voice with a charming Southern accent. Youll love this novel and its colorful Louisiana characters." --Elaine Viets, author of Checked Out, a Dead-End Job mystery "When love goes wrong, aspiring artist Maggie Crozat heads back to the bayou to become a modern-day belle with a mission to keep the familys historic plantation financially afloat. A jambalaya of colorful friends and relatives, plus scrumptious Cajun cooking and a basset hound named Gopher make Pelican, Louisiana as southern as good manners and Spanish Moss. But before long, theres murder under the magnolias, and Maggie must spring into action. I love a mystery thats a gumbo of wit, charm, and plenty of heart. Laissez les bons temps rouler!" --Nancy Martin, author of The Blackbird Sisters Mystery Series Long Description USA TODAY BESTSELLER AGATHA AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST FIRST MYSTERY LEFTY AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST HUMOROUS MYSTERY DAPHNE DU MAURIER AWARD NOMINEE Check in for some Southern hospitality in Plantation Shudders , the Cajun Country series debut from Ellen Byron. Its the end of the summer and Prodigal Daughter Maggie Crozat has returned home to her familys plantation-turned-bed-and-breakfast in Louisiana. The Crozats have an inn full of guests for the local food festival--elderly honeymooners, the Cajun Cuties, a mysterious stranger from Texas, a couple of hipster lovebirds, and a trio of Georgia frat boys. But when the elderly couple keels over dead within minutes of each other--one from very unnatural causes-- Maggie and the others suddenly become suspects in a murder. With the help of Bo Durand, the towns handsome new detective, Maggie must investigate to clear her name while holding the family business together at the same time. And the deeper she digs, the more she wonders: are all of the guests really there for a vacation or do they have ulterior motives? Decades-old secrets and stunning revelations abound in Ellen Byrons charming cozy debut, Plantation Shudders . Review Quote Praise for Plantation Shudders : "Recipes and fascinating tidbits about plantation history add a tasty lagniappe to this entertaining and well-done cozy debut. A twisty plot and engaging colorful characters complete this mysterys many pleasures." -- Library Journal starred review, Debut of the Month "Byrons debut brings energy and verve to the cozy." -- Publishers Weekly on Plantation Shudders "Enthusiastically recommended...a deftly crafted and terrifically entertaining novel." -- Midwest Book Review "Brilliant... Ellen Byron has written a delectable Cajun cozy mystery that is one of the best books I have read in a long time!" -- Night Owl Reviews, Top Pick "An engaging mystery with a touch of romance and a twist of Southern charm." --Nancy Atherton, New York Times bestselling author of the Aunt Dimity series " Plantation Shudders is a delight -- a fast, fun read. Ellen Byron is a new cozy voice with a charming Southern accent. Youll love this novel and its colorful Louisiana characters." --Elaine Viets, author of Checked Out , a Dead-End Job mystery "When love goes wrong, aspiring artist Maggie Crozat heads back to the bayou to become a modern-day belle with a mission to keep the familys historic plantation financially afloat. A jambalaya of colorful friends and relatives, plus scrumptious Cajun cooking and a basset hound named Gopher make Pelican, Louisiana as southern as good manners and Spanish Moss. But before long, theres murder under the magnolias, and Maggie must spring into action. I love a mystery thats a gumbo of wit, charm, and plenty of heart. Laissez les bons temps rouler! " --Nancy Martin, author of The Blackbird Sisters Mystery Series Excerpt from Book CHAPTER ONE Maggie flew down southern Louisianas River Road in the red 64 Falcon convertible that shed inherited from her late grand Details ISBN1629538248 Author Ellen Byron Short Title PLANTATION SHUDDERS Pages 288 Publisher Crooked Lane Books Language English ISBN-10 1629538248 ISBN-13 9781629538242 Media Book DEWEY 813.6 Series A Cajun Country Mystery Year 2016 Subtitle A Cajun Country Mystery Place of Publication NY Country of Publication United States Format Paperback Imprint Crooked Lane Books Series Number 1 Publication Date 2016-08-02 AU Release Date 2016-08-02 NZ Release Date 2016-08-02 US Release Date 2016-08-02 UK Release Date 2016-08-02 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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