Series: The Lainey Maynard Mystery Series #5
Publication date: August 20th, 2023
Synopsis:
"What a fun and exciting read! Humor and suspense kept me engaged, and it was hard to put down! Looking forward to the next book in this series!!" Bobbi
When planning a murder, practice makes perfect... or does it?
Super sleuth Lainey Maynard and the Whoopee group are preparing for the bowling tournament fundraiser to save Spare Lanes Bowling Alley. Until an envelope arrived during their practice game that caused more excitement than a scored card filled with strikes. Why hadn't Gerry Hayward been more concerned?
Spare Lanes Alley had been the hot spot where local celebrity bowlers and newbies gathered. Even framed and signed photos of professional bowlers lined the trophy wall. Now, threats of foreclosure loomed over Gerald and Phoebe Hayward, the owners, and the entire bowling community. More than bowling balls are crossing the foul line.
Gerald and Phoebe Hayward purchased the alley to start fresh after the Professional Bowling Association banned him. Past suspicions of murder, accusations of impending revenge, and enormous gambling debts don't exactly stop the gossip mongers' embarrassing rumors.
Lainey and the Whoopee Pin-Slayers will need more than gutter bumpers, shoe covers, and shammy rugs to solve the unfolding mysteries.
A fun and intriguing cozy mystery that will keep you guessing until the end. You'll love the delightful characters, and the twists will keep you turning the pages!
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Excerpt
"What crazy weather! I've been running all over town in this icy rain!" Della shivered as she hurried through the door of Babe's House of Caffeine and toward the Whoopee's regular table.
"Mother Nature must think it's March, not October." Francy grinned and pulled out the chair between her and Lainey. "Sit down and dry out. Mom's running a bit late, too."
"Are you still trying to figure out a costume for the bowling fundraiser?" Lainey asked. "I think I've decided on mine!"
"Didn't Francy tell you? We're going as the Blues Brothers! I'm Jake and she's Elwood." She leaned closer to Lainey and, looking at Francy, pretended to whisper. "She's jealous of my dancing abilities!"
"Absolutely not!" Francy smirked. "I have dance moves that make Elwood look like a beginner!" She stood up, pushed her chair from the table, and began stomping her feet, shaking, and wiggling her body, waving her hands in the air while shouting 'Hallelujah'!
Everyone in the cafe laughed. Some clapped and chanted, "Go Francy. Go Francy. Go Francy." "Okay, okay! You can dance, but I'm still the lead singer," Della chuckled.
Francy stopped, turned to the cafe patrons, and took a bow while they applauded. She pretended to blow kisses to thank them, then turned to sit down at the table again.
"Whew! That's hard work. I should have done more of Mom's 'Sweating to the Oldies' workout videos!" she said breathlessly. "I'm going to need a large Caramel Macchiato."
She loves cats, charred brussel sprouts with bacon, and romantic murder mysteries!
Laura grew up in Texas and lives in Minnesota. She loves to ride motorcycles, and is an avid domino and card player. Music and traveling are her passions.
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