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Clara Gamadge's latest adventure begins with her hospitalization during a Christmas gathering, where a poisoned hors d'oeuvre appears accidental—until Clara’s keen instincts reveal foul play. The incident forces her to question who was behind the attack and why the spirited white‑haired detective might be a target.
When an old friend returns in need of Clara’s investigative talent, the former pair delve into a tangled history of hidden motives, greed, and extortion. As Clara unravels each layer, she realizes the danger extends beyond the initial scene, putting both her and her ally at risk in a grim game of deceit and murder.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Eleanor Boylan
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