Viral videos and dangerous criminals turn Odelia and Greg’s good deed into accusations of murder
It’s the dog days of summer for Odelia and Greg after they rescue a dog from a closed car on a blistering hot day. The culprit is former reality star Marla Kingston, who’s married to a client of Odelia’s law firm. The dog was saved, but Odelia’s job might not be when Kingston demands blood. Things get even stickier when a video of the rescue goes viral, and the man who helped them winds up dead. And who is the mysterious young woman who shows up about the same time? Is she connected or just an opportunist looking to cash in on their reluctant Internet fame?
Praise for the Odelia Grey Mysteries:
“[A] delightful series.”Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine
“[A] witty series with its quirky, well-drawn characters.”Booklist
“Balancing her professional skills as a paralegal with her self-doubt as a sleuth, Odelia is one of the most believable amateur detectives in recent fiction. Beautifully plotted and carefully crafted, this is a marvelous start to an exciting new series. Strongly recommended.”Library Journal
“Plus-size reading pleasuretry this one on!” Lee Child, New York Times bestselling author
Dive into a whirlwind of internet fame, dangerous secrets, and unexpected twists in "Too Big to Die (The Odelia Grey Mysteries, 12)" by Sue Ann Jaffarian. This gripping installment in the beloved Odelia Grey mystery series throws our favorite plus-size paralegal, Odelia, and her partner Greg headfirst into a viral storm that quickly turns deadly. It all starts with a seemingly simple act of heroism: rescuing a dog from a sweltering car. The perpetrator? None other than Marla Kingston, a former reality TV star with a penchant for drama and a surprising connection to Odelia's law firm. What begins as a potential professional headache for Odelia explodes into a full-blown crisis when a video of the rescue goes viral. Suddenly, Odelia and Greg find themselves unwilling internet celebrities, basking in the warm glow of public approval... until things take a dark turn. The man who helped Odelia and Greg rescue the dog ends up dead, and suspicion immediately falls on our well-intentioned duo. Could their good deed have somehow led to murder? As Odelia navigates the treacherous waters of online fame and mounting accusations, she's also confronted with a mysterious young woman who appears seemingly out of nowhere. Is she connected to the crime, or simply an opportunist hoping to capitalize on Odelia's newfound notoriety? Jaffarian masterfully weaves a complex and engaging plot, keeping readers guessing until the very end. "Too Big to Die" expertly blends humor, suspense, and relatable characters, solidifying the Odelia Grey Mysteries as a must-read for fans of cozy mysteries with a modern edge. Odelia's sharp wit and unwavering determination shine through as she juggles her demanding paralegal career, her amateur sleuthing, and the pressures of unexpected fame. With the help of her friends, and her own intelligence, Odelia must find out who murdered the man who helped her rescue the dog. With every move she makes, the situation seems to worsen. Jaffarian provides a well-paced story that is sure to delight! This is a First Edition Paperback published by Midnight Ink in 2017. It has 288 pages written in English. The ISBN-13 is 9780738718842 and ISBN-10 is 073871884X. Don't miss out on this thrilling chapter in the Odelia Grey saga. Perfect for fans of authors like Donna Andrews, Joanne Fluke, and Leslie Meier, "Too Big to Die" is a delightful and captivating read that will leave you eagerly anticipating the next Odelia Grey adventure. As Lee Child, New York Times bestselling author says, "Plus-size reading pleasuretry this one on!" Experience for yourself the quirky characters, clever plotting, and heartwarming charm that have made the Odelia Grey Mysteries a beloved series. You can also read what Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine and Booklist say regarding the series.