Staying Home is a Killer

by: Sara Rosett

Published by: Kensington Books

Reviewed by Andrea Sisco

Ellie Avery, military wife and the mother of a two-year-old daughter, has a habit of turning up in the thick of a murder and that gets the attention of the police. And Ellie would prefer to avoid police contact. Her history with the police has not been the best.

When Ellie's friend Penny Follette is found dead of an apparent suicide, Ellie knows it's murder because Penny left a message on Ellie's answering machine that proves it. Penny wasn't depressed, but she was pregnant and that alone would prevent her from taking her own life.

Following Penny's death a female pilot is poisoned and the young wife of a military 'big shot' is murdered. Ellie uncovers a myriad of suspects with plenty of secrets. And then there's the shady art dealer, Middle Eastern artifacts and an ancient manuscript that might be more valuable than anyone could ever imagine. Throw in a nosey neighbor, a husband on a military mission, a missing dog and threats to her personal safety. Ellie had better solve the mystery before she's the next victim.

If you like cozy mysteries that have plenty of action and lots of suspects and clues, Staying Home Is A Killer will be a fun romp through murder and mayhem.

Armchair Interviews says: This is a mystery with a "mommy lit" flavor. A fun read.

Author's Web site: http://www.sararosett.com