The celebrated debut novel of Diane Shah's acclaimed period mystery series. Rita Hayworth's filing for divorce again, Cary Grant's getting cozy with Ava Gardner at Chassen's, and the "Snipper" is attacking women on the streets of Los Angeles--young Paris Chandler's beat.
Paris Chandler Series
Step into the glamorous yet dangerous world of 1947 Los Angeles with a sharp-witted heiress and amateur sleuth. This series follows a young, wealthy widow who navigates the glittering social scene as both a gossip reporter and an intrepid investigator. Unraveling complex mysteries and confronting hidden secrets, she brings her unique blend of style and deduction to solve crimes that plague the post-war elite. Prepare for a captivating journey filled with intrigue, suspense, and vintage charm.
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Dying Cheek to Cheek
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
The acclaimed co-author of Daryl Gates' bestselling autobiography Chief has created an authentic 1940's Hollywood mystery series, featuring young fe male P.I. Paris Chandler. In her second adventure, Paris gets caught up in the murder of L.A.'s first television newscaster, when she agrees to assist Hollywood's most powerful gossip columnist with a story.