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Ellie, who has had her share of disappointments and uncertainties, is fighting another battle. Having recently had twins, she's feeling the overwhelming (but welcome) responsibility of having two adorable babies and is trying to regain her self-esteem. It is this quest which leads Ellie smack into the middle of another murder mystery. As she delves deeper into the investigation, she discovers that the culprit may be someone close to her.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Dorothy Cannell
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