Brenda H. (booksinvt) - , reviewed on 1/26/2018 + 465 more book reviews

A Deadly Ãclair is the debut of the A French Bistro Mystery series set in the Napa Valley of California featuring Chef and Innkeeper Mimi Rousseau. Having had to move back home after the unexpected death of her husband revealed that they were in serious debt, Mimi has opened a French Bistro and adjoining Bed and Breakfast with the financial backing of wealthy businessman Bryan Baker.

Anxious and yet excited to be hosting the wedding of TV personality Angelica Edmonton, Bryan's niece, Mimi has her hands full with underlying tension amongst the family members. When Bryan is found dead with one of Mimi's eclairs stuffed in his mouth along with a few precious gemstones, she is devastated to lose her mentor. Bryan's will reveals that all of the debt associated with Mimi and her business is to be forgiven and she quickly becomes a prime suspect. Determined to clear her name and save the Bistro and B&B, Mimi sets out with the help of best friend Jorianne, to investigate.

A fast paced storyline with likeable characters including Mimi's restaurant staff Chef C and the mysterious Stefan, and love interest Nash Hawke, local wine salesman. Many twists and turns will have you guessing whodunit until the end.

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