Books like Crime a la Carte by Cynthia Manson
The book is a collection of short stories by various authors, each revolving around a detective solving a crime. Each story features a unique twist on the typical mystery genre, incorporating elements of food, cuisine, and exotic settings. This anthology offers readers a fresh perspective on classic detective stories.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Cynthia Manson
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