by Laura Childs
Part of Tea Shop Mystery, book 14
First published 2013
Theodosia Browning stands ready in her bridesmaid dress as storm clouds gather over Charleston. Her friend Delaine Dish's wedding day has turned into a nightmare. The maid of honor arrives late. The groom lies dead before he can say his vows. A killer has turned the ceremony into a crime scene. Theodosia must comfort the devastated bride while sorting through suspects from both families. The guest list becomes a roster of potential murderers. Each wedding party member harbors secrets that could explain the groom's death. Theodosia knows the killer walks among the wedding guests, planning their next move. She must identify the murderer before they strike again. The investigation threatens to put Theodosia herself in mortal danger as she uncovers the truth behind this deadly wedding day.
Genres: romance, suspense, mystery, cozy-mystery
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: amateur-sleuth, found-family
Setting: Charleston
Period: 21st-century
336 pages · Hardcover · Berkley