Hoping to help out her mother's long-time friend Tillie and promote her famous toasted ravioli, Josie is dismayed by the drunken actions of Clay and Gemma Lynn, who were unwelcomed patrons of Tillie's restaurant and thinks twice about recommending the place for tourists. Yet, before the heart- breaking news can be told to her mother, an even more dangerous culinary scandal happens!

Torn to the quick by what happened to Tillie, Jane begs Josie to help investigate the situation. Moving between savoury food locations and unsavoury parts of town, Josie begins to rely on Ted, her veterinary boyfriend to help her out. With the pressure to solve a murder on her mind, Josie now has another dilemma. What will she do if he pops the big question?

Elaine Viets' love for the unusual and distinctive culinary dishes of her native city of St. Louis, Missouri shines through both in her mystery novel as well as in her shopping tips on where to find these intriguing delights. In this well-crafted and wonderfully witty story, she builds on her previous books of Josie's role as mystery shopper and investigator while also balancing out handling her 'tween daughter as she turns into a teenager and making a big decision about Ted. DEATH ON A PLATTER will be a tasty treat for both existing and new fans alike! Dig in!

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