Blood Orange Brewing

Description

In the charming world of tea, tastings, and small-town secrets, Theodosia Browning is preparing a delectable spread for a high-profile charity event when the evening is shattered by the murder of local politician Duke Wilkes. Asked by the victim’s widow to investigate, Theodosia must follow a trail of motives through the town’s glittering social circles and the quieter corners where rumors ferment. As she brews clues alongside her signature hospitality, she uncovers how power, reputation, and hidden grudges can turn even the most inviting gathering deadly. Blending cozy mystery thrills with a warm, food-forward sensibility, this installment showcases Laura Childs’s knack for lively characters, mouthwatering detail, and suspense that simmers to a satisfying boil.