A Critical Conjunction (A Booktown Mystery)
First published 2026
A new business isn't the only thing going belly-up in the newest mystery in Lorna Barrett's New York Times bestselling Booktown series. When Tricia Miles's sister, Angelica, announces to their chosen family that they're going into business together, it's news to Tricia. But rejuvenating Stoneham Stoneware, a struggling kitchen and home goods store, is something the sisters know they can do. It's a win-win situation. But right after they take possession, they find the store trashed and the previous owner dead. Leona sold the enterprise to Angelica because she needed the money, but tried to renege on the deal after it had gone through. Not one to back down, Angelica refused to cancel, which made Leona bitter, leading to strained discussions witnessed by others. But it turns out plenty of others had issues with the recently deceased as well. Tricia will have to crack the case before the murderer destroys not only the fledgling business, but more lives as well.
- Published
- 29 Sep 2026
- Pages
- 336
- Publisher
- Berkley
- Edition
- Hardcover
- Elsewhere
- Open Library
- Mystery
- Science Fiction
- Fantasy
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