October Fest (Murder by Month Mystery)
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October Fest (Murder by Month Mystery)

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What’s October without a festive mood, a chill in the air, and a dead body? There’s big trouble brewing in little Battle Lake in this Lefty-nominated mystery from Amazon Charts bestselling author Jess Lourey.

Cue the accordions: Battle Lake, Minnesota, is kicking off October Fest with polka, sausage, and cold suds. The big inaugural event? A debate between two congressional hopefuls. One, stultifyingly sincere. The other, a foot-in-mouth tippler.

Reporter Mira James is roped into covering their fighting words…and then a murder, when a relentless pit bull of a blogger is found dead at a motor lodge filled to capacity with fellow pundits, campaign entourages, and tourists―all of whom have just become suspects.

Mired to her neck in deadly mudslinging, it’s up to Mira to sort through a pile of the candidates’ dirty laundry and expose a killer who’s giving her the pre-Halloween jitters, all while managing mixed messages from local hottie Johnny Leeson. Who knew the political season could be so scary?

Revised edition: This edition of October Fest includes editorial revisions.

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What’s October without a festive mood, a chill in the air, and a dead body? There’s big trouble brewing in little Battle Lake in this Lefty-nominated mystery from Amazon Charts bestselling author Jess Lourey.

Cue the accordions: Battle Lake, Minnesota, is kicking off October Fest with polka, sausage, and cold suds. The big inaugural event? A debate between two congressional hopefuls. One, stultifyingly sincere. The other, a foot-in-mouth tippler.

Reporter Mira James is roped into covering their fighting words…and then a murder, when a relentless pit bull of a blogger is found dead at a motor lodge filled to capacity with fellow pundits, campaign entourages, and tourists―all of whom have just become suspects.

Mired to her neck in deadly mudslinging, it’s up to Mira to sort through a pile of the candidates’ dirty laundry and expose a killer who’s giving her the pre-Halloween jitters, all while managing mixed messages from local hottie Johnny Leeson. Who knew the political season could be so scary?

Revised edition: This edition of October Fest includes editorial revisions.

Polka, potatoes, and peril.

Review

Finalist for Lefty Award for Best Humorous Mystery!

★ “Snappy jokes…edgy dialog…and the classic romance setup enhance a clever plot. More spunky than sweet; get started on this Lefty-nominated series if you’ve previously missed it.” ―Library Journal (starred review)

★ “Lourey has cleverly created an entertaining murder mystery with the most unlikely murder accomplice ever. Her latest is loaded with humor, and many of the descriptions are downright poetic.” ―Booklist (starred review)

“The story is funny, ribald, and brimming with small-town eccentrics.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“I loved Lourey’s quirky, appealing sleuth and her wry yet affectionate look at small town life. I hope Mira’s misfortune of stumbling over a dead body every month lasts for many years!” ―Donna Andrews, New York Times bestselling author of Stork Raving Mad

Jess Lourey named to Book Riot’s “10 Funny Mystery Authors Like Janet Evanovich” list!

About the Author

Jess Lourey writes about secrets. She’s the bestselling author of thrillers, comic caper mysteries, book club fiction, young adult fiction, and nonfiction. Winner of the Anthony, Thriller, and Minnesota Book Awards, Jess is also an Edgar, Agatha, and Lefty Award–nominated author; TEDx presenter; and recipient of The Loft’s Excellence in Teaching fellowship. Check out her TEDx Talk for the true story behind her debut novel, May Day. She lives in Minneapolis with a rotating batch of foster kittens (and occasional foster puppies, but those goobers are a lot of work). For more information, visit www.jessicalourey.com.

Details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thomas & Mercer (September 24, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 237 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 166251932X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1662519321
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1 x 8.5 inches

Additional information

Weight 0.75 lbs
Dimensions 8.35 × 5.35 × 0.55 in

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