Death of a Telenovela Star (A Novella)
  • Published: 9 June 2020
  • ISBN: 9781641291859
  • Imprint: Soho Press
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 144
  • RRP: $19.99

Death of a Telenovela Star (A Novella)

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Teresa Dovalpage's deadly novella is the perfect summer read--especially on a cruise ship!

Teresa Dovalpage’s deliciously twisted novella, set on a Caribbean cruise, showcases the dark—sometimes deadly—side of celebrity.
 
Former Havana detective Marlene Martínez, now happily running a bakery in Miami, has booked a week-long cruise to Mexico and the Caribbean with her niece, Sarita, as the girl’s quinceañera present. Sarita is beyond thrilled to discover that a Cuban telenovela star, Carloalberto, is also aboard for the trip.

But even while trying to keep her niece away from the unsettlingly handsome actor, Marlene gets the feeling Carloalberto is in some kind of trouble—he is constantly on edge, and shady characters seem to find their way to him. When murder occurs aboard the North Star, Marlene will rely on instincts she hoped never to use again.
  • Published: 9 June 2020
  • ISBN: 9781641291859
  • Imprint: Soho Press
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 144
  • RRP: $19.99
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Praise for Death of a Telenovela Star (A Novella)

Praise for Teresa Dovalpage “Dovalpage wields her considerable authorial skill in this intricately plotted tale of jealousy, revenge, and the dark side of love.” —Isabella Maldonado, award–winning author of the Veranda Cruz mysteries “A fast-paced, richly layered tour de force. The twists, turns, and santería rituals that abound in this complex noir will please crime readers and armchair travelers alike. Bravo, Teresa Dovalpage! Encore!” —Lucha Corpi, author of the Gloria Damasco mysteries “Amusing, observant . . . [A] devastating depiction of prejudice in 1980s Cuba.” —The Miami Herald "Dovalpage's first crime novel is a well-cooked stew of culture and cuisine . . . [A] stunningly unexpected conclusion." —The Taos News  “A rich and perceptive portrayal of daily life in Cuba.” —Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel "[A] dazzling culinary mystery . . . Those expecting a traditional food cozy will be happily surprised."  —Publishers Weekly, Starred Review