Crime Rib

Praise for Crime Rib

“Leslie Budewitz has cooked up another exciting and scrumptious mystery with Crime Rib, the second book in her clever new series about small-town chef Erin Murphy, who’s sleuthing skills are matched only by her gourmet cooking. With a well-crafted plot, believably eccentric characters, and a flowing style, Crime Rib is a mystery to be savored. And if that’s not enough, there’s a special selection of Erin’s recipes at the end. Chocolate mousse cups! Mmmmmm.”—John Clement, author of the Dixie Hemingway Mysteries

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“A dizzying culinary delight with a twisty-turny plot! I’m totally enamored of Leslie Budewitz’s huckleberry chocolates, Shasta daisies, and Cowboy Roast coffee.”—Laura Childs, New York Times bestselling author

“A delicious new series. Leslie Budewitz has created a believable, down-to-earth heroine in Erin Murphy…The supporting cast of characters, from Erin’s mother, Fresca, to her cat, Sandburg, are charming.”—Sofie Kelly, New York Times bestselling author of the Magical Cat Mysteries

“An intriguing sleuth who loves gourmet food, family, and her hometown, plus recipes to die for distinguish a delectable mystery.”—Carolyn Hart, national bestselling author of Death at the Door

“Clever, charming, and completely yummy. Leslie Budewitz cooks up a delectable mystery! A tempting concoction of food, fun, and fatalities.”—Hank Phillippi Ryan, Agatha, Anthony, and Macavity award-winning author

“Seldom does a new author hit all the right notes in a first book, but Leslie Budewitz does. Convincing characters, a believable plot, the right dash of romance, and a deft use of words all come together to create a seamless and satisfying read.”—Sheila Connolly, New York Times bestselling author of Golden Malicious and Buried in a Bog

“Leslie Budewitz does not disappoint…If you like your mystery filled with a fresh-thinking sleuth, then you should read this book.”—MyShelf.com

“Yummy…With the eccentric people that make up the rest of the cast, this book is enjoyable.”—RT Book Reviews