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“Mentink is at her peak.” -Korina Moss, Agatha Award-winning author of the Cheese Shop Mysteries series
In this witty historical murder mystery set in a San Francisco hotel, an unlikely trio of amateur sleuths must uncover a killer before another guest checks out for good. This first book in the Murder Most Fowl Mysteries is perfect for fans of Only Murders in the Building.
In 1905, the Grand Mallard Marquee is well known for its iconic style, as well as its daily duck parade. For Saul Niffler, a reformed jewel thief, working at the luxurious hotel offers a much-needed second chance. Staying out of trouble and in gainful employment is essential. Which makes seeing a body plummet from a penthouse window extra complicated.
Except…did he see it? There’s no body to be found, and Saul knows he should concentrate on his new duties as “Duck Commandant” rather than meddle. If only Kitty Rossi, a persistent young guest yearning to be a Pinkerton detective, would leave well enough alone. Kitty has already roped in Henry, the elevator man, to investigate suspicious goings-on around the hotel. And against his better judgment, Saul feels compelled to join them.
Between the mystery of Saul’s missing predecessor and a grisly discovery in a drain, all signs point to murder most fowl. And with a cold-blooded killer roaming the Marquee’s lavish corridors, keeping his job may be the least of Saul’s problems…
For fans of:
- Amateur Sleuths
- Historical Cozy Mystery
- Twisty-Turny Whodunits
- Turn-of-the-Century Settings
Don’t miss Book 2 in the Murder Most Fowl Mysteries series, Missing from Suite Five, coming Fall 2027!
Binding Type: Paperback
Author: Dana Mentink
Published: 09/01/2026
Publisher: Love Inspired Trade
ISBN: 9781335002730
Pages: 336
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 0.90″ H x 7.90″ L x 5.30″ W
About the Author
Mentink, Dana: – Dana Mentink is a New York Times bestselling author of more than fifty novels for Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense, Harlequin Heartwarming, and other publishers. She lives in sunny California with Papa Bear and close to her two cubs, affectionately nicknamed Yogi and BooBoo. Dana loves feedback from her readers. Contact her at www.danamentink.com.
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