Annie's April Idiot Demise on Demand Mystery

Annie Darling is getting creative on Broward’s Rock by planning a thrilling event at her bookstore, Demise on Demand. With spring in full swing, Annie has devised an innovative strategy to entice customers for an upcoming book signing with renowned mystery writer Emma Clyde. By offering a complimentary book to those who can solve a set of clues about popular mysteries, Annie and her husband, Max, are spreading the word through town with flyers. However, a mischievous April Fool's prankster is circulating a fake flyer supposedly from the Darlings, providing clues to recent local "accidents," including the suspicious death of Ms. Clyde's husband, and making not-so-subtle accusations of foul play.

Annie finds herself in a challenging situation, as the Darling title has been smeared by false accusations from an unknown source. Realizing the urgency of the situation, Annie knows she must take the lead in solving the mystery, with occasional help from Max. Failure to uncover the truth could mean that this April Fool's Day prank will have consequences lasting far beyond Memorial Day.

In a sudden turn of events, things take a dark twist for Annie. What started as a search for a mischievous prankster has escalated into a race against time to uncover a killer on her idyllic island. With more than just her reputation on the line, Annie must eliminate this secret murderer before becoming the next victim of their deadly "joke."

Brimming with beautiful surprises, rapier wit, and fantastic suspense — boasting the creator’s trademark solid of uniquely unforgettable eccentrics — Carolyn Hart’s fortunate thirteenth Demise on Demand novel is an unmitigated delight, rating with the easiest of this, or any, modern cozy thriller collection. No foolin’!