"The plot heats up when the siblings enter their truck in a competitive cooking show for publicity, only for a contestant to turn up dead, turning the event into a real elimination challenge. With help from their loyal assistant and Beth's best friend Rylie, they follow clues to solve the twisted case before danger strikes closer to home. This blend of mystery and mouthwatering elements keeps pages turning, offering an escapist read filled with banter and surprises."
"This engaging tale draws from the vibrant Bay Area food truck culture, featuring twins Beth and Seth Lloyd who inherit a chicken-themed truck named Kluckin' Good from their late aunt Dolly. The story unfolds with humor, sibling dynamics, and a thrilling whodunit, capturing the essence of local life and culinary adventures that resonate with South Bay readers. Dutra's connection to San Jose infuses the narrative with authentic Bay Area flair, from food truck rivalries to the region's innovative spirit."
"Early praise highlights the book's charm, with Kirkus Reviews noting, "A serious set of crimes leavened by plenty of amusing moments add up to a fun read." New York Times bestselling author Ellery Adams calls it, "The perfect escapist read, brimming with banter and an extra helping of fun." Midwest Book Review describes it as, "Imaginative, clever, laced with humor and unexpected plot twists leading to a dramatic conclusion, "A Murder Most Fowl" is a quintessential cozy mystery.""
A Murder Most Fowl follows twins Beth and Seth Lloyd as they inherit a chicken-themed food truck, Kluckin' Good, and navigate Bay Area food truck culture. The siblings enter a competitive cooking show for publicity, but a contestant's murder turns the event into a deadly elimination. With help from their loyal assistant and Beth's best friend Rylie, they follow clues and confront danger that approaches their own lives. Humor, sibling banter, and culinary detail blend with a classic whodunit structure to create an escapist cozy mystery rooted in San Jose and South Bay settings. Praise highlights charm, wit, and unexpected twists, and the story launches a series of food-truck adventures.
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