Murder at the Beauty Pageant

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In the spring of 1935, newlywed Kitty Underhay is reluctantly roped into organizing the Miss Dartmouth Jubilee pageant at the Dolphin Hotel by her rival, Mrs. Craven. While Kitty is eager to kick off the glamorous event, the excitement quickly turns to horror when contestant Peggy Blaine goes missing, only to be found dead. The lack of shock among the other contestants raises Kitty's suspicions—could jealousy over a sash and tiara motivate murder? As Kitty uncovers threatening notes sent to the participants, she enlists her husband, Matt, to investigate. However, before he can interview the contestants, another competitor is found dead from what appears to be an accidental overdose. The beauty pageant has morphed into a deadly affair, and the couple suspects someone close to the girls is behind the chaos. With time running out, Kitty and Matt must distinguish between harmless cosmetics and deadly poisons. Will they solve the mystery before they become the next victims? This charming historical cozy mystery is a delightful read that will captivate fans of classic whodunits. Readers rave about its engaging plot and compelling characters, making it a true page-turner that keeps you guessing until the end.