Assault and Pepper

“A potpourri of spices, a mélange of murder—Pepper and her crew serve up a tantalizing mystery and a fragrant treat for the senses.”—Connie Archer, national bestselling author of the Soup Lover’s Mysteries

“There’s a savvy new amateur sleuth in town, and her name is Pepper Reece. Assault and Pepper is a smart blend of zesty characters, piquant spices, and scrumptious food. Set against the intriguing Seattle backdrop, this well-plotted whodunit is the perfect recipe for a great read.”—Daryl Wood Gerber, national bestselling author of the Cookbook Nook Mysteries

“Leslie Budewitz writes her new Seattle Spice Shop Mystery, Assault and Pepper, with a dash of humor and a half-turn of charm that will leave readers smiling.”—J.J. Cook, national bestselling author of Death on Eat Street

“An iconic Seattle setting, a smart and capable heroine, and a spicy investigation… what mystery reader could want more? Budewitz combines it all with effortless finesse.”—Victoria Hamilton, national bestselling author of the Vintage Kitchen Mysteries

“Parsley, sage, rosemary and…murder. Assault and Pepper, the scintillating first book in Leslie Budewitz’s new Spice Shop Mystery series will add zing to your reading.”—Barbara Ross, author of the Maine Clambake Mysteries