Turkey Trot Murder

Leslie Meier

Sep 2017 · A Lucy Stone Mystery Book 24 · Kensington Cozies

About this ebook

New York Times-Bestselling Author: A daughter of wealth and privilege dies in a frozen-over Maine pond, and a sleuthing reporter is on the case…
 
The last surviving flowers on Lucy Stone’s porch have fallen victim to the first frost of the season. On the bright side, Thanksgiving, and the annual Turkey Trot 5K, are coming up in Tinker’s Cove, Maine—though sadly, Lucy’s four kids won’t be home today. But the holiday turns tragic when Lucy finds beautiful Alison Franklin dead in Blueberry Pond.
 
No one knows much about Alison, except that she was the daughter of ultrawealthy investor Ed Franklin, whose new wife is around Alison’s age. With heroin use increasing in town, police blame an accidental overdose, while her father casts vague accusations rooted in prejudice. But Lucy can’t understand what terrible forces could lead a privileged woman to ruin…
 
As a state of unrest descends on Tinker’s Cove, Lucy is thrown into a full-scale investigation. Now, Lucy must beat the killer to the finish line—or she can forget about stuffing and cranberry sauce… 
 
“Timely…Meier’s focus on racism gives this cozy a serious edge rare for this subgenre.”—Publishers Weekly
 
“Reading a new Leslie Meier mystery is like catching up with a dear old friend.”—Kate Carlisle, New York Times bestselling author

Ratings and reviews

Turkey Trot Murder by Leslie Meier is the twenty-fourth A Lucy Stone Mystery. Lucy Stone is out jogging (really) preparing for Tinker’s Cove annual Turkey Trot 5K race. She is going by Blueberry Pond when she notices something pink near the reeds. Upon closer (and careful) inspection, Lucy finds the body of a girl and immediately contact the police. The victim is Alison Franklin, daughter of new board of health member, Ed Franklin. Alison’s death is blamed on drugs which has been a problem recently in the local area. Lucy, however, is unsure that drugs were Alison’s undoing. Chef Rey Rodriguez has purchased the Olde Irish Pub and plans to turn it into Cali Kitchen. Locals are in an uproar over this new addition thanks to Ed Franklin (he is lumping the Rodriguez family in with Mexican drug dealers). Things are heating up in Tinker’s Cove and Lucy will need to work quickly if the town is to have a happy and peaceful Thanksgiving! Turkey Trot Murder is well-written and engaging. It has a nice easy writing style and flow that makes for a pleasurable read. It is always delightful to revisit Lucy Stone and her family. Lucy has certainly changed since readers were introduced to her (and her family) in Mistletoe Murder. There is plenty of action in Turkey Trot Murder (murder and mayhem—just the way I like it). I like how Ms. Meier tackled the issues of opiate dependency and immigration. Ed Franklin will remind readers of a real life figure that holds a high political office in our country. I give Turkey Trot Murder 5 out of 5 stars (I loved it). Ms. Meier creates such engaging, personable characters (Lucy, Bill, Rachel, Pam, Ted) and a charming town (that is facing some troubles). I like the humor that is injected into the story creating many laugh out loud moments (which I really needed since I read this while we were without power after Hurricane Irma). The mystery was absorbing, and I liked following the clues to solve the case. I really appreciate the lovely ending and how the author wrapped up all the storylines. I look forward to reading the next A Lucy Stone Mystery when it is published.

Another great Lucy Stone mystery!

About the author

LESLIE MEIER is the acclaimed author of over twenty Lucy Stone mysteries and has also written for Ellery Queen’s Mystery Magazine. She is currently at work on the next Lucy Stone mystery. Readers can visit her website at www.LeslieMeier.com.