Dead Man's Hand
A Penelope Sinclair Cozy Murder Mystery #2
by Tessa Aura
Published: June 20, 2025
Genre: Mystery, Suspense, Cozy Mystery, Amateur Sleuth, Animal Mystery
Blurb:
Moving to Bath was supposed to be a fresh start. Until a corpse clutching the jack of clubs turns my shop into a deadly poker game.
How did my walk in the park end with dead bodies, poker hands, and me in the middle of the shuffle?
Unaffected by Detective Caleb's warnings, I’m determined to unmask the killer, with my Teacup Chihuahua, Teo, nose to the ground.
As cards and corpses stack up, each tied to Bath’s failed bakery co-op, my curiosity peaks.
Secrets rise like yeast, revealing a web of deceit and betrayal that's far from sweet. Local baker, Maisie, seems too kneaded into the mix. While gullible Lily, is caught in a heated argument that sounds deadly.
Yet all fingers point at Leon, who had the most to lose and a shady past.
As clues edge me closer to the truth, the threats warn me I’m shuffling straight into danger.
The ace of spades is marked with my name; I’ve become the final player. I need to call their bluff before I am dealt my demise.
My Review:
Dead Man's Hand is the second book in Tessa Aura’s A Penelope
Sinclair Cozy Murder Mystery Series. It is one of the most intriguing
and entertaining stories I’ve read in a long time, if not ever. I
thoroughly enjoyed reading Dead Man's Hand. I love the puns that
popped up on almost every page. I was genuinely kept on the edge of
my seat, eager for the next pun. The clever wordplay added a
delightful layer to the mystery, making it not only engaging but also
a joy to read. Tessa Aura has a knack for weaving humor into
suspense, and I can't wait to see what Penelope Sinclair gets into
next!
The suspense and the murders also kept me hanging on
every word as I raced through the story, driven by a desire to
uncover what was happening and what everyone was hiding. What
occurred all those years ago that someone wants to keep buried in the
past? As Penelope delves deeper into the tangled web of secrets, she
uncovers clues that suggest the truth is far more sinister than
anyone could have imagined. With each revelation, the stakes rise,
and she finds herself not only racing against time but also against
those who will do anything to protect their dark history.
Penelope
finds herself unexpectedly entangled in a murder investigation, as a
mysterious killer targets her. Despite Detective Caleb's warnings,
Penelope's insatiable curiosity drives her to uncover the truth.
Immersed in the thrilling world of Dead Man's Hand, I was captivated
by Penelope's determination to solve the case, even as the killer
attempts to silence her.
With her trusty Teacup Chihuahua, Teo, by her side, Penelope delves deeper into the mystery, determined to unveil the perpetrator's identity and prevent herself from becoming the next victim. As the suspense builds, I was left eagerly awaiting the next installment in the Penelope Sinclair Cozy Murder Mystery series, eager to discover what new challenges and revelations await.
For all fans of engaging murder mysteries, Dead Man's Hand is a must-read, promising an enthralling journey filled with secrets, twists, and the relentless pursuit of justice.
Check out all the books in the Penelope Sinclair Cozy Murder Mystery
Shop 'til you Drop Dead #1
Dead Man's Hand #2
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