Messenger Bags and Murder (A Haley Randolph Mystery)

By Dorothy Howell

Amateur sleuth Haley Randolph returns in a hilarious new novella
Haley Randolph, fashionista and event planner to the stars, must find a way to stand out at the prestigious conference of the Hospitality Professionals of America—not easy with a celebrity chef marinating in all the attention.

But Haley gets distracted by five mouthwatering messenger bags from the world’s hottest new designer, a delectable treat she can’t resist—and they're up for grabs!

Haley expects to find peace and tranquility in the moonlit labyrinth walk, but stumbles over a dead body instead. And as if that weren’t enough to sink a soufflé, she learns that the messenger bags have been stolen.

Hot PI Jack Bishop is providing security for the conference but his reputation will be burned to a crisp unless Haley can whip up the killer. Soon she discovers a dash of family secrets, a pinch of old grudges, and a sprinkling of broken dreams—a recipe for murder!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Dorothy Howell
• Release date: Sep 20, 2018
• ISBN: 9780998196916

Dorothy Howell

Dorothy Howell has sold 45 novels to three major New York publishing houses in the mystery and romance genres. Her books have been translated into a dozen languages, with millions sold worldwide.She writes the Haley Randolph, Dana Mackenzie, and Hollis Brannigan mystery series. The books are available in hardcover, paperback, and e-book formats.Dorothy also writes historical romance novels under the pen name Judith Stacy. Her titles include the line’s Top Seller for the Year, a No.1 on the Barnes & Noble Historical List, and a RITA Award Finalist.Dorothy is a member of the Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and Romance Writers of America.

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