A Florida vacation. A glittering fashion show. A chilling discovery that turns paradise upside down.As her detective husband is pulled into the investigation, Kiki teams up with her best friend, Cara Mia Delgatto, to uncover what’s really happening behind the scenes. Frightened young models, a suspicious agency, and whispers of a high-stakes party circuit point to dangers far beyond broken heels and catwalk drama.
A timely cozy mystery inspired by issues all over today’s headlines—handled with warmth, compassion, and Kiki’s trademark heart—this story weaves Florida sunshine, family bonds, gentle humor, and real-world relevance into a page-turner that stays firmly cozy.
Perfect for readers who love:
✓ Cozy mysteries
✓ Women sleuths
✓ Beach-read crime fiction
✓ Florida settings & resort mysteries
✓ Strong friendships & close-knit families
✓ The Kiki Lowenstein and Cara Mia Delgatto series
The clerk shifted, tugging at his crooked bow tie as if it might save him. "Um, about the pool. Sorry, but it's off-limits until tomorrow. There's a big charity event tonight—Mermaid core designs, raising money for a women's shelter. Fashion show, swanky party in Palm Beach after, the whole bit."
Reaching under the counter, he located a full-color brochure and pushed it toward me. The headline screamed: Fashion for Compassion. A collage of photos illustrated young women posing for the camera. The paper was slick, and the tri-fold piece included snippets of praise from local media, highlighting the fact this was a charity event.
Trevor continued, "Unfortunately, the show will happen in our courtyard pool area, so it's off-limits to our guests.Temporarily, of course. But don't worry—we're giving you an extra day free to make up for it." He pushed a coupon across the counter.
The "free night" was a nice gesture, but it wasn't going to help my two active boys. We’d been traveling since five thirty a.m., and they were both bouncing like pinballs here in the foyer of the resort’s hotel. I forced a smile. "That's all right. We'll take the kids to Bathtub Beach. I've heard it's perfect for little ones."
The clerk winced. "Typically, yes. Unfortunately, there's an algae bloom right now. Perfectly fine to play on the sand, but I wouldn't recommend going in the water."
"Algae bloom?" Anya asked, wide-eyed.
Joanna Campbell Slan is a New York Times, USA Today, and Amazon bestselling author known for her engaging women's fiction and mystery novels. With nearly 80 books to her credit, including contributions to the original Chicken Soup for the Soul series, Joanna specializes in stories featuring strong female protagonists and the power of women's friendships. Her tagline, "Creating a better world one story at a time” perfectly captures the spirit of her work, as she has a keen interest in presenting all sides of social issues. Joanna is best known for her Kiki Lowenstein Mystery Series, which spans 19 books and 42 short works, chronicling the growth of a widowed mother who finds new purpose through crafting and sleuthing. Living on a nearly deserted island off the coast of Florida, Joanna draws inspiration from her surroundings and her love for various crafts, including Zentangle®, crochet, and upcycling. Her accomplishments include winning the Daphne du Maurier Award for Literary Excellence for her continuation of Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre. Contact her at JCSlan@JoannaSlan.com
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