T. C. LoTempio brings a deep-seated passion for mysteries to her writing, transforming a lifelong fascination with the genre into compelling narratives. Her work is characterized by keen observation and an understanding of human nature, offering readers thrilling plots with unexpected twists. Through her stories, LoTempio delves into the complexities of relationships and the darker aspects of the human psyche. Furthermore, her affection for animals is woven into her fiction, lending her tales a unique and touching dimension.
While getting her late aunt's pet shop ready for re-opening, Shell is asked to loan her aunt's Cary Grant posters to the local museum for an exhibit. She finds the prospect exciting--until a museum board member, who had a long-standing feud with Shell's aunt, votes against it. When she discovers the board member dead in the museum, Shell becomes suspect #1.t #1.