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  • Published: 15 December 2021
  • ISBN: 9781496728135
  • Imprint: Kensington
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 240
  • RRP: $59.99
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Murder Gets a Makeover




It’s the funny side of homicide in acclaimed TV comedy writer and novelist Laura Levine’s new mystery featuring Hollywood writer-for-hire Jaine Austen and her snarky cat, Prozac—a laugh-out-loud read for fans of Joanne Fluke, Miranda James, and Laura Childs.
 

It’s the funny side of homicide in acclaimed TV comedy writer and novelist Laura Levine’s new mystery featuring Hollywood writer-for-hire Jaine Austen and her snarky cat, Prozac—a laugh-out-loud read for fans of Joanne Fluke, Miranda James, and Laura Childs.
 

Writer-for-hire Jaine Austen, living in L.A. with her cat, Prozac, appreciates one of the perks of working freelance—a wardrobe that’s heavy on elastic waists. But her BFF, Lance, has a makeover in mind, and it’s about to lead to murde…
 
Uber-stylist Bebe Braddock plans to juice up her Instagram feed, and thinks Jaine would make a perfect “Before & After” model. At Lance’s insistence Jaine is ushered into Bebe’s sprawling Brentwood spread to await her transformation. Yet, while the surroundings are glamorous, the atmosphere is toxic as Bebe bullies her team of assistants, and even her husband, into obeying her every whim.
 
Having earned the wrath of everyone in her orbit, few are shocked when Bebe is found strangled with one of her detested wire hangers. But Jaine’s prints are all over the murder weapon, making her a prime suspect. The police, however, aren’t the only ones showing interest in her—so is Justin, Bebe’s very cute, very young personal assistant. While Jaine navigates a cougar-style romance, Prozac is mistakenly hailed as a feline hero and catapults into internet fame. Still, there are more urgent matters at hand than Prozac’s swelling ego. Because unless Jaine can track down Bebe’s killer and clear her own name, the only new outfit she’ll be modeling is an orange prison jumpsuit…
 

“As always, Levine’s spunky heroine gets the last laugh.” —Kirkus Reviews

“For lovers of the zany this is a sure thing.” —Booklist

  • Published: 15 December 2021
  • ISBN: 9781496728135
  • Imprint: Kensington
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 240
  • RRP: $59.99
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Praise for Laura Levine’s Jaine Austen Mysteries:

“Humorous...cozy fans are in for a treat.” —Publishers Weekly on Death of a Gigolo
 
“Will delight fans who like a sharp comeback—and maybe a tater tot on the side.” —Kirkus Reviews on Death of a Gigolo
 
“Fans of Mary Daheim and Tamar Myers will appreciate the comedy.”
—Library Journal on Death of a Gigolo
 
“Austen is a…heroine in the style of Stephanie Plum, and her adventures will appeal to the same audience.” —Booklist on Death of a Gigolo
 
“Delightful.” —Criminal Element on Death of a Gigolo
 
“Another hilarious edition in Laura Levine’s Jaine Austen mystery series. It takes a talented author to keep a long-running series fresh, and Laura Levine is at the top of her game in this one.” —Suspense Magazine on Death of a Gigolo
 
“A thoroughly enjoyable cozy with just the right balance of crime, humor, and holiday spirit.” —Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW for Death of a Neighborhood Scrooge
 
“A veteran comedy writer, Levine has the chops to pull off both the hijinks and hilarity.” —Criminal Element on Death of a Neighborhood Scrooge
 
“With a cool California setting and plenty of hilarity, readers will enjoy this lighthearted story.” —Parkersburg News & Sentinel on Death of a Neighborhood Scrooge
 
“The cast and crew of a reality show are perfect foils for sharp-tongued Jaine, who outwits everyone on the set, except possibly her cat.” —Kirkus Reviews on Death of a Bachelorette
 
“Jaine pursues justice and sanity in her usual hilarious yet smart way, with Levine infusing wit into her heroine’s every thought. A thoroughly fun read that will interest Evanovich fans.” —Booklist on Murder Has Nine Lives
 
“Jaine is absolutely hysterical ...this author continues to write the best cozies.” —Suspense Magazine on Killing Cupid