Agony of the Leaves

Laura Childs continues to come up with entertaining and original plots.  Agony of the Leaves, her 13th Tea Shop Mystery, is no exception. 

Tea shop owner Theodosia is attending the opening gala of the Neptune Aquarium when she slips away for a few quiet moments in front of one of the five-hundred-thousand-gallon tanks.  Instead of quiet she discovers the body of former boyfriend, Parker Scully floating in the tank.

True to form Theodosia is convinced that this was not an accidental drowning.  She begins an investigation despite the warnings of Detective Tidwell.  Once again she is reminded that tracking down a killer can be a dangerous hobby. 

In addition to the seeking the murderer we are treated to Charleston's society activities, historic sites, area locations, and wonderful tea shop food.  The recipes are included so I plan to make the honey scones very soon. 

Ms. Childs also writes other mystery books including a Scrapbooking Mystery series and the Cackleberry Club Mysteries.  Check out her web page here. 

The only negative I have to say about this reading experience is that I would not reccomend the Kindle format.  I love my Kindle and that has become my first choice when I read a new book but the digital copy is of very poor quality.  Every page has one or more run on word which really slows down the reader's pace.