The Hat Pin Murders

Book excerpt: Marie Reader was new to Sommer and living a lonely life before a thoughtful neighbor discovers her beautiful voice and presents her with a gift-a red hat. But when Marie's very first Red Hat gathering ends with the murder of a sister named Mary at the Sommerset Hotel, it's up to the Hatties to uncover the truth. Join Maggie, Susan, Jessica, and the others on their quest to find Mary's killer. Armed with intuition, camaraderie, and their trademark headwear, the Mystery Mamas of Sommer, WA, must find the clues and trace the events that led to the death of their beloved friend. Along the way, they'll uncover the secrets of their newest member's hidden past, try to heal the wounds of relationships gone south, and dress spectacularly. A crime boss's murder, a car chase in a classic Mustang, and the unwillingness of these exuberant women to leave any stone unturned all culminate in a showdown at a Red Hat fashion show in the town mall. Because the killer isn't finished, and one of these Red Hat ladies may be next...