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15 May 2006

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Having just finished reading "The Chef Who Died Sauteing," I can wholeheartedly recommend what promises to be an outstanding new series - the Ariel Quigley mysteries! Two talented authors (Honora Finkelstein and Susan Smily) have combined forces to create characters that are truly human - with determination, courage, compassion, intelligence, humor and sorrow. These are people I would love to meet in person and would be proud to call my friends (except for the murderer, of course!). The plot is entertaining and complex but neither too complicated to follow nor too simple to bore. Adding to the entertainment factor is the mix of metaphysical overtones, such as the Tarot cards and a parallel plot in the past, concerning the ghost of another murder victim. It is as believable in this story as I have ever considered it to be and has stimulated an interest in reading and learning more about the metaphysical world. A bonus for me is that the setting of the story is in Alexandria, Virginia (which is local) so I can actually visualize in my mind the locations they reference which adds to my involvement in and enjoyment of the story. (Heck, I can even visualize the restaurant - which doesn't REALLY exist!) I am eagerly awaiting the next installment in this series and anticipate getting to know the characters better as they grow and learn more about themselves and their abilities. This is a "must read" for readers of mysteries in general and cozies in particular. Great work, ladies! [The web site is fabulous, as well! I love it!] Brava! Encore!

Caroline Craig

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