“Funny, lively characters populate this new Detective by Day series…this will be an entertaining entry into the amateur sleuth genre.”-RT Book Reviews “Veteran TV writer Garrett uses her Cold Case experience to inform her debut, which sets up more than one charming character and isn’t afraid to go cynical on all things LA.”-Kirkus Reviews “A smart, sassy debut, introducing an appealing protagonist with amusing friends.”-Library Journal (starred review) and Debut of the Month Readers will look forward to Day’s further adventures.”-Publishers Weekly (starred review) Praise: “ winning first novel and series launch…Garrett writes with humor and insight about the Hollywood scene. And there are no second takes in real life. She chases down leads at paparazzi hot spots, celeb homes, and movie premieres, loving every second of it-until someone tries to kill her. But Dayna soon finds herself doing a full-on investigation, wanting more than just money-she wants justice for the victim.

So after witnessing a deadly hit-and-run, she pursues the fifteen grand reward. All the semifamous, mega-broke actress wants is to help her parents keep their house.

Winner of the 2018 Anthony Award for Best First Novel Winner of the 2017 Agatha Award for Best First Novel Also a Lefty Award Winner and a Barry Award-Nominated Title The Surprise Hit of the Season! Actress Dayna Anderson’s Deadly New Role: Homicide Detective Dayna Anderson doesn’t set out to solve a murder. Race/Ethnic Category: Black/African American

Subgenre: Traditional, Cozy, and Humorous Mysteries Kellye Garrett discusses her award-winning Detective by Day series and her upcoming standalone.

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