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Molly Pink leads a cheerful crochet group whose members cherish unraveling puzzles. Their routine gathering turns into an investigation when a paper bag surfaces, holding a remorseful note, a diary page describing a sorrowful departure, and a complex filet‑crochet diagram that offers an obscure visual hint. The mystery deepens when a talented crocheter is found dead, the alleged cause linked to a box of poisoned marzipan apples. The group must decipher the clues left behind and uncover the truth behind the treacherous crime. Set in a California community, the story follows the group's efforts to solve a murder while navigating their shared love of craft, friendship, and the challenges of piecing together hidden messages.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Betty Hechtman
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