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Lizzie Stuart, a 38‑year‑old African‑American crime historian from Drucilla, Kentucky, decides to take a break when her grandmother passes away. Accompanied by her best friend Tess, a travel writer, Lizzie ventures to St. Regis in Cornwall, England, for a week of sun and relaxation. Instead of an escape, the vacation becomes a thriller when Lizzie witnesses a murder, and she realizes she may be the next target.
First publish date: January 1, 2000
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Frankie Y. Bailey
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