Description

The turquoise waters of Key West are stained with pink in this explosive 15th installment of the Key West Food Critic mysteries from USA Today bestselling author Lucy Burdette.

Food critic Hayley Snows employer, Key Zest, is throwing the event of the season, a lavish cocktail party catered by Janet Snow, Hayleys mother. As Hayley boards the luxurious cruise, she anticipates a smooth sailing soir?e filled with shimmering cocktails, mouthwatering mango-infused delicacies, and new supporters for the e-zine. But as the boat sets sail, the festivities take a tragic turn when an explosion rocks the vessel, plunging the party guests into chaos.

In the days that follow, Hayley learns that a local culinary entrepreneur died in the explosion and it was no accident-someone on board had a deadly agenda. With the tropical city of Key West as her backdrop, Hayley navigates a web of secrets and lies. Her investigation takes her from the shadowy corners of island politics to fierce competition between high-end event caterers and personal vendettas.

With the clock ticking and the stakes higher than ever, Hayley must rely on her keen intuition to unmask a cunning culprit before they strike again.

Author: Lucy Burdette
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Crooked Lane Books
Published: 08/12/2025
Series: Key West Food Critic Mystery
Pages: 288
ISBN: 9798892421652
Language: English