Happy Friday Bookworms!!
It's my birthday!!! 🎉
Yes, today I am 43 years young, and I am feeling every one of those years physically but mentally I'm barely 21! LOL I was born on Mother's Day 1981, so my birthday weekend always coincides with Mother's Day, so this weekend is all about celebrating me and mothers of all kinds out there. We really don't have much planned since illness has again descended on our home, but I do hope to either go bowling or possibly go to an escape room. Honestly, it doesn't matter what I do as long as I can spend time with my family.
Another thing on the agenda is lots of relaxing and reading some great reads, like the novel I am featuring today. I hope you enjoy my thoughts on this cozy mystery and, as always, don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this post and enter the amazing giveaway from JustRead Tours.
Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Case of the Bayfront Murder by S.K. Derban, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Title: Case of the Bayfront Murder
Series: A Macaroni on Wheels Mystery #1
Author: SK Derban
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date: March 27, 2024
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Little Italy in San Diego, once a thriving fishing community, has blossomed into a prominent tourist destination. Nestled in the heart of this vibrant neighborhood, both travelers and residents find the Tiepolo Mercato a favorite spot to stop and shop. Ezio and Benedette Tiepolo are the proprietors of the Mercato, while their daughter owns Macaroni on Wheels, the catering company located directly next door.
There’s more than pasta cooking in the Macaroni on Wheels kitchen. Meet Terza Tiepolo, a feisty Italian caterer who fills her free time solving crime. She belongs to a local murder mystery book club, and leads the other participants in their monthly whodunnit contest.
Terza also works diligently to grow her catering business. But when a prominent doctor hires Terza’s company to cater a dinner party, she never expects murder to be on the menu. The prestigious bayfront event should enhance the Macaroni on Wheels portfolio, and Terza anticipates meeting many potential new clients. On the day of the party, Terza arrives early to prepare, only to discover her grand expectations are as dead as the body on the kitchen floor.
Fans of cozy mysteries will revel in solving the murder along with Terza, and will appreciate her zest for life. Readers will also treasure the introduction to her vibrant Italian relatives. They will enjoy getting to know the Tiepolo family, and will smile at the special relationship Terza has with her mother and father. The fun never stops when the animated relatives join together each Sunday for dinner. Consider this your personal invitation!