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Devil's Delight by M.C. Beaton
Published by: Minotaur Books
Publication Date: December 13th, 2022
Format: Hardcover, 256 Pages
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The official patter:
"Beloved New York Times bestseller M.C. Beaton's cranky, crafty Agatha Raisin - the star of her own hit T.V. series - is back on the case again in Devil's Delight.
Agatha and her assistant, Toni, are driving to their friend Bill Wong's long-awaited wedding, thinking of nothing more than what the beautiful bride will be wearing when a terrified young man comes running down the country lane towards them wearing...nothing at all.
The encounter leads them to become embroiled with a naturist group, a disappearing corpse, fantasy games, witchcraft, an ice cream empire, intrigue and murder. In the meantime, Agatha’s hectic life swirls along at dizzying pace, her private detective agency as busy as ever and her private affairs in turmoil, with old loves to contend with and a new suitor on the scene.
But when she begins to close in on a suspected murderer, she finds herself in deadly peril, as the sinister nature of the ice cream business leads her to a chilling conclusion..."
Do we think Agatha endures where Hamish doesn't because of the TV series? Oh wait, there's a new Hamish out next year!
A Death in Tokyo by Keigo Higashino
Published by: Minotaur Books
Publication Date: December 13th, 2022
Format: Hardcover, 368 Pages
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The official patter:
"In the latest from international bestselling author Keigo Higashino, Tokyo Police Detective Kaga is faced with a very public murder that doesn't quite add up, a prime suspect unable to defend himself, and pressure from the highest levels for a quick solution.
In the Nihonbashi district of Tokyo an unusual statue of a Japanese mythic beast - a kirin - stands guard over the district from the classic Nihonbashi bridge. In the evening, a man who appears to be very drunk staggers onto the bridge and collapses right under the statue of the winged beast. The patrolman who sees this scene unfold, goes to rouse the man, only to discover that the man was not passed out, he was dead; that he was not drunk, he was stabbed in the chest. However, where he died was not where the crime was committed - the key to solving the crime is to find out where he was attacked and why he made such a super human effort to carry himself to the Nihonbashi Bridge. That same night, a young man named Yashima is injured in a car accident while attempting to flee from the police. Found on him is the wallet of the murdered man.
Tokyo Police Detective Kyoichiro Kaga is assigned to the team investigating the murder - and must bring his skills to bear to uncover what actually happened that night on the Nihonbashi bridge. What, if any, connection is there between the murdered man and Yashima, the young man caught with his wallet? Kaga's investigation takes him down dark roads and into the unknown past to uncover what really happened and why.
A Death in Tokyo is another mind-bending mystery from the modern master of classic crime, finalist for both an Edgar Award and a CWA Dagger, the internationally bestselling Keigo Higashino."
Are the deaths on the Nihonbashi bridge connected? I really need to know!
The Last House on the Cliff by Anne Wyn Clark
Published by: Avon Books
Publication Date: December 13th, 2022
Format: Paperback, 384 Pages
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The official patter:
"When a young widow's little girl vanishes, could a dark family secret hold the answer?
On the death of her aunt Gwyn, Lowri returns once more to Gwyn's home on the remote island of Anglesey, Wales, with her young daughter Ruby in tow. Lowri hadn't seen her aunt in years, but this beautiful island offers a fresh start.
Yet right away, strange things begin to happen. Ruby insists an old woman is visiting her when no one else is watching, and a tattered old doll keeps being left for Ruby to find.
Then Ruby goes missing. Desperately seeking answers no one seems to have, Lowri looks to her dark family past for clues. But the secrets she uncovers suggest that Ruby is not the only one in danger, and time is running out - for both of them...
A terrifically dark and twisty tale that asks: can you ever really trust those closest to you? Perfect for fans of Ruth Ware, Cass Green and C.J. Tudor."
Perhaps the remote island was a mistake? I mistake I will love reading about late into the night.
Festive Drinks and Season's Hijinks by Laura Greenwood
Published by: Drowlgon Press
Publication Date: December 13th, 2022
Format: Kindle
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The official patter:
"With AzÃl's first Christmas around the the corner, Willow is determined to make it special, no matter how much goes wrong.
Festive Drinks And Season's Hijinks is book seven of the Cauldron Coffee Shop Series, a witchy modern fantasy series with a romantic sub-plot, a mysterious teapot, and a cat who might be up to no good."
The only problem with this delightful series is they're too short and therefore too pricey for their length.
Our Encounters with Evil and Other Stories by Mike Mignola
Published by: Dark Horse Books
Publication Date: December 13th, 2022
Format: Hardcover, 240 Pages
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The official patter:
"Join monster hunters extraordinaire and jump into eerie and whimsical Victorian-style tales of monster hunters, vampires, and supernatural sleuths in this collection of stories that is equal parts chilling and charming.
In this three part collection, Professor Meinhardt and his assistant Mr. Knox pursue the undead and Mr. Higgins' tragic history; explore strange supernatural happenings with investigator Ms. Mary Van Sloan; and seek to uncover the truth of the prolific vampire slayer and one-time compatriot of theirs, James Falconspeare.
Collecting Mr. Higgins Comes Home, Our Encounters with Evil, and Falconspeare from Mike Mignola and Warwick Johnson-Cadwell's iconic team-up."
All things Mike Mignola!!!
Monstress, Book Two by Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda
Published by: Image Comics
Publication Date: December 13th, 2022
Format: Hardcover, 528 Pages
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The official patter:
"War between humans and the hybrid Arcanics is poised to explode across the Known World, but the wounds of the last war have yet to heal. Maika Halfwolf, a hardened Arcanic survivor, is on a mission to discover the secrets of her past -- and to understand Zinn, the eldritch monster that lives beneath her skin. But to find those answers, she'll have to figure out who she can trust - and who is poised to betray her.
Collecting volumes 4-6 of the Eisner, Hugo, Harvey and British Fantasy Award-winning series by Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda, Monstress, Book Two is a deluxe, oversized hardcover brimming with more than 500 pages of art deco beauty and steampunk horror that will make an elegant addition to any fan's shelf.
Collects Monstress #19-35 and Monstress: Talk-Stories #1-2."
If you're not reading and in awe of Monstress what is wrong with you? Time to course correct!
Giuseppe's Italian Bakes by Giuseppe Dell'Anno
Published by: Quadrille Publishing
Publication Date: December 13th, 2022
Format: Hardcover, 176 Pages
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The official patter:
"Giuseppe Dell'Anno won hearts the world over when he was crowned winner of the Great British Baking Show in 2021. In Giuseppe's Italian Bakes, his first cookbook, Giuseppe shares his skill, knowledge and love of baking through over 60 new sweet and savory recipes.
Growing up in Italy and learning to cook at the side of his beloved chef-father, Giuseppe has mastered everything from focaccia to florentines, each with his own signature twist on the classics of Italian baking.
Through his step-by-step recipes, Giuseppe guides you through making focaccia, pannacotta, tiramisù, rum baba, piadine, Sicilian cannoli and, of course, pizza, among many other delectable treats. With gorgeous color photos throughout and tips and tricks from the master of the technical challenge, bring a taste of the Italian bakery to your home with Giuseppe's Italian Bakes."
If you didn't cry when Giuseppe won you have no heart!
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