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Murder from Scratch by Leslie Karst
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Apr 09, 2019 | ISBN 9781683319535

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Praise

Praise for Murder from Scratch:
“Cover-to-cover fun for culinary cozy fans.”
Publishers Weekly

“Interesting characters and an easy to read mystery that is fun. [I] look forward to the next adventure from author Leslie Karst.”
Red Carpet Crash

“Foodies and fans of cozy mysteries will both love the latest installment in Karst’s series…With this intricately plotted mystery, Karst draws the reader further into Sally’s engaging and often amusing world.”
Booklist

“I enjoy Sally and her family…Readers will look forward to seeing what’s next.”
Kings River Life

“Entertaining…An intriguing story that’s fun and easy to read.”
MyShelf

“Highly recommend reading…There is so much to love and tasty recipes at the end of the book to try.”
Cozy Mystery Book Reviews

“Another deftly written and compelling mystery…A riveting read that also features recipes!”
Midwest Book Review

“Cheers for Leslie Karst for her inventive mind and strong skills as a writer. This cozy is a pleasure.”
Reviewing the Evidence

Praise for the Sally Solari mysteries:
“Intricate plotting and complex characterization in a sparkling setting on the coast of California…At turns poignant and precarious, this story captivates all the way to the very last page…Terrific!”
—Jenn McKinlay, New York Times bestselling author

“With a smart sleuth, captivating seaside setting and strong family relationships, this delicious culinary mystery left me hungry for second helpings.”
—Leslie Meier, New York Times bestselling author of the Lucy Stone mysteries

“A pinch of poison, a dash of family, a big helping of the restaurant life, and a big scoop of murder…Delicious.”
—Paige Shelton, New York Times bestselling author

“Spicy…A smart sleuth, layers of secrets, and delectable food descriptions!”

—Krista Davis, New York Times bestselling author of the Domestic Diva mysteries

“A bright, fresh take on the traditional mystery, richly steeped in the local food and restaurant culture of northern California. Karst combines a twisty mystery with an original set of lively characters and a deep sense of place.”
—Bailey Cates, New York Times bestselling author of the Magical Bakery mysteries

“Holy cannoli!…Karst serves up a funny, feisty heroine, Italian family drama, a charming coastal California town, and clues tangled up like a plate of spaghetti carbonara. But don’t read hungry—the food will leave you drooling!”
—Lucy Burdette, national bestselling author of the Key West Food Critic mysteries

“[A] delicious plate of mystery…Don’t read while hungry!”
—Edith Maxwell, Agatha-nominated and bestselling author of the Local Food mysteries

“Promising…A delicious blend of humor and intrigue, with a warm and friendly cast of characters that will leave readers feeling right at home. Karst’s writing is bright and refreshing, spiced just right and tasty enough to leave the reader hungry for more.”
—Jacklyn Brady, national bestselling author of the Piece of Cake mysteries

“A tasty combination of culinary tidbits, an unusual motive for murder, and appended recipes for ambitious cooks.”
Kirkus Reviews

“Engaging characters, terrific writing, and a savory blend of [art] and culinary erudition…polymath Karst sauces her plot without masking its flavor”
Publishers Weekly starred review

“Fans of Joanne Fluke, Edith Maxwell, and Lucy Burdette will savor this food-oriented debut, seasoned with well-done plotting and characters, complete with tasty recipes.”
Library Journal

“Karst’s smart, engaging characters steal the show…Razor-sharp.”
Booklist

“Sympathetic characters, family dynamics, fast paced action, and vivid food descriptions combine to make this an entertaining read. It made me want to head straight to the kitchen and cook up a batch of pasta.”
—Isis Crawford, author of the Catered mysteries

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