Camilla T. Crespi crafts compelling mystery novels that delve into the complexities of human nature and moral ambiguities. Her writing style is characterized by sharp psychological insights and an ability to create immersive atmospheres. Through her work, Crespi explores the hidden truths and underlying motivations that drive human behavior. Readers are drawn to her skill in maintaining suspense while offering profound observations on the human condition.
In a high-stakes office environment, Simona is desperate for a raise but finds her boss, Fred, murdered just as she attempts to confront him. With a cast of potential suspects, including an ambitious art director, a scorned ad executive, and a mysterious CEO, the investigation unfolds. As the charming detective uncovers damning evidence linked to Simona, she must race against time to clear her name and uncover the true killer before it's too late.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Guadeloupe, Simona's photo shoot takes a dark turn when she discovers a lost toddler and later, the body of his mother, Iguana. As she seeks justice for the child, she encounters a cast of suspicious characters, including a jealous lover and a shady aerobics instructor. With another murder complicating matters, Simona must navigate danger and deception, using her wits to uncover the truth while risking her own life in the process.
Set against the backdrop of New York Fashion Week, Simona faces a race against time to save her friend's fashion collection after a fitting model is found murdered. Despite her detective boyfriend's warnings to stay away from the investigation, Simona's determination only grows stronger, especially after a series of attacks on her life. With the help of Dmitri, a Russian cabdriver turned bodyguard, she delves deeper into the mystery, risking everything to uncover the truth and protect those she cares about.
A vacation in East Hampton spirals into chaos when advertising mogul Bud Warren enlists Simona to probe his wife Polly's alleged suicide, which he suspects was murder. As Bud's home is set ablaze and he is later found drowned, Simona teams up with Dmitri K to unravel the mystery. With a host of suspects, including family, local residents, and a seductive restaurant owner, the investigation leads them from the Hamptons to Manhattan, where danger lurks at every turn as they seek the truth behind the escalating violence.
Set against the backdrop of a film production, Simona finds herself entangled in a web of intrigue when a starlet's life hangs in the balance. After a near-fatal incident at Lincoln Center, the situation escalates when Simona discovers the star, Johanna, dead under suspicious circumstances. As her detective boyfriend makes an arrest, Simona is determined to uncover the truth and clear her friend's name, risking her career and relationship in the process. The tension of the film industry and complex character dynamics drive the narrative forward.
Set against the backdrop of a cozy Connecticut inn during Christmas, Simona faces her first vacation with her detective boyfriend, Greenhouse, while navigating the complexities of his teenage son, Willy. When Simona discovers a body beneath the lake's ice, she learns of the victim's mysterious ties to the bride-to-be, Kesho, who is soon arrested for murder. Determined to prove her innocence, Simona teams up with Willy to unravel the town's secrets, leading to danger and unexpected revelations, ultimately culminating in a wedding and a pivotal moment for her relationship.
In a gripping tale of mystery and family secrets, Simona returns to Rome to uncover the truth behind her parents' troubled relationship. Her investigation intensifies when she witnesses the murder of Tamar, an American art student, leading her to question various suspects, including her mother's friend and her ex-husband. As Simona delves deeper, she discovers connections to a lost Leonardo drawing and dark secrets surrounding Tamar's life. With her mother's comforting cooking as her only solace, Simona navigates a web of intrigue to reveal shocking truths.