An Itch of Secrecy (Izzie Di Sante Mysteries Book 5)
By Christa Nardi
Amid the pre-Christmas chaos, a friend’s urgent plea for help places one more challenge on amateur sleuth Izzie Di Sante’s already overflowing plate.
Izzie Di Sante is a reluctant restaurant owner who pines for her short stint years before reporting on murder victims and their families. She’s pulled into the murder of Carson J. Keltce’s murder when her best friend calls sobbing. Though she’s already juggling too much, Izzie can’t ignore Nicole’s plea for help. Nicole lived with CJ and the police have her pegged as a person of interest.
Known for his immense wealth and his impact on private healthcare services, Keltce’s murder had ripple effects from the small town of Blanton to Baltimore and beyond. On a personal level few people knew of Nicole’s and his relationship. He kept their relationship secret and the details of his business transactions secret from her. Keltce’s family relationships were strained, but he had taken Nicole to meet his grandmother.
Even though the restaurant is crazy with the Christmas holidays and her sister Chloe’s upcoming wedding, Izzie somehow makes time to look into Keltce’s murder. Her questions soon ruffle someone’s feathers. With each revelation, the danger intensifies, and Izzie must stay sharp to navigate the perilous path ahead and uncover the secrets that led to Keltce’s tragic end.
Unexpected twists and turns, at the restaurant and with Izzie’s sleuthing make this well plotted mystery a delightful way to spend the evening. Enjoy the joy and warmth of the holiday season along with small town vibes, family and friendships, suspense, humor, and a slice of romance.
Amid the pre-Christmas chaos, a friend’s urgent plea for help places one more challenge on amateur sleuth Izzie Di Sante’s already overflowing plate.
Izzie Di Sante is a reluctant restaurant owner who pines for her short stint years before reporting on murder victims and their families. She’s pulled into the murder of Carson J. Keltce’s murder when her best friend calls sobbing. Though she’s already juggling too much, Izzie can’t ignore Nicole’s plea for help. Nicole lived with CJ and the police have her pegged as a person of interest.
Known for his immense wealth and his impact on private healthcare services, Keltce’s murder had ripple effects from the small town of Blanton to Baltimore and beyond. On a personal level few people knew of Nicole’s and his relationship. He kept their relationship secret and the details of his business transactions secret from her. Keltce’s family relationships were strained, but he had taken Nicole to meet his grandmother.
Even though the restaurant is crazy with the Christmas holidays and her sister Chloe’s upcoming wedding, Izzie somehow makes time to look into Keltce’s murder. Her questions soon ruffle someone’s feathers. With each revelation, the danger intensifies, and Izzie must stay sharp to navigate the perilous path ahead and uncover the secrets that led to Keltce’s tragic end.
Unexpected twists and turns, at the restaurant and with Izzie’s sleuthing make this well plotted mystery a delightful way to spend the evening. Enjoy the joy and warmth of the holiday season along with small town vibes, family and friendships, suspense, humor, and a slice of romance.