Terror in Taffeta
About Terror in Taffeta
Solving a murder was never part of the contract. Wedding planner Kelsey McKenna is just a few hours away from wrapping up her latest job: a destination wedding in the charming, colonial Mexican town of San Miguel de Allende. The reception is all set up, the tequila donkey is waiting outside, and the bride and groom are standing on the altar, pledging their eternal love.
But just as the priest is about to pronounce them husband and wife, one of the bridesmaids upstages the couple by collapsing into a floral arrangement… a definite wedding "don’t.” Kelsey soon discovers that the girl hasn't just fainted—she's dead. Losing a bridesmaid is bad enough, but when the bride's sister is arrested for murder, the demanding mother of the bride insists that Kelsey fix the matter at once.
And although Kelsey is pretty sure investigating a murder isn't in her contract, crossing the well-connected Mrs. Abernathy could be a career-killer. Before she can leave Mexico and get back to planning weddings, Kelsey must deal with stubborn detectives, a rekindled romance, and guests who didn't even RSVP.
REVIEWSRed herrings and intelligent sleuthing make this cozy a winner.– Publishers WeeklyThis cozy debut introduces a competent new amateur sleuth whose profession is sure to provide myriad problems, along with a cast of quirky characters and plenty of motives and red herrings that keep you guessing.– Kirkus ReviewsFeisty and funny, Marla Cooper's debut novel shines as she encapsulates the best the genre has to offer, with a quick-witted heroine, a puzzling page turner of a plot, and a cast of quirky characters like no other.
I highly recommend this terrific first in a series!– Jenn McKinlay, New York Times bestselling authorCharming, witty, and every book a page turner, the Destination Wedding Mysteries are an utter delight, combining gorgeous locations with plenty of humor and plot twists you won't see coming. Here comes the bride, the murder—and the lucky reader!
– Bestselling cozy author Ellen ByronMarla Cooper is one funny lady. Her debut mystery, Terror in Taffeta, crackles with sharp writing and clever plot twists. I definitely say "I do" to this rollicking romp through a wedding from hell.
– Laura Levine, bestselling author of the Jaine Austen Mystery seriesLike a perfect margarita, Marla Cooper has blended up a tart and delicious Mexican-set bridal mystery for her wacky and charming cozy debut, Terror in Taffeta.– Jerrilyn Farmer, author of the bestselling Madeline Bean mysteriesTerror in Taffeta is a sparkling debut featuring snappy dialogue, colorful characters and a splash of tequila. I look forward to more from Marla Cooper!
– Nancy Martin, author of A Little Night MurderDrop your plans and read this new series starring Kelsey McKenna, witty and resourceful wedding planner extraordinaire. This wedding planner will win you over!- Janet Cantrell, national bestselling authorABOUT THE AUTHORMARLA COOPER is the author of the Destination Wedding Mysteries and Welcome to Cozy Town, an absurdly cozy mystery short.
Currently living in Austin with her husband and an ever-increasing quantity of rescue cats, Marla is the Vice President of Sisters in Crime Heart of Texas chapter. Learn more at www.marlacooper.