The Jig Is Up
- Authors: Lisa Q Mathews
- Series: Book 1 in the Irish Bed & Breakfast Mysteries series
- Genres: Mystery, Cozy Mystery
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- Rating: 4.1 based on 49 reviews
- Release Date: August 20, 2024
- Print length: 304 pages (Hardcover)
About the book
Irish step dance becomes sinister in the debut of this Celtic cozy series, perfect for fans of Carlene O’Connor and Paige Shelton.
Kate Buckley, a single mom and daughter of the police chief, prioritizes family above all else. Upon receiving an urgent text from her sister Colleen, she immediately rushes to Shamrock, Massachusetts, their Irish-themed hometown where their family runs a bed and breakfast. With her two daughters in tow, Kate is prepared to do whatever it takes to help her lovable but clumsy sister.
Upon arrival, Colleen insists it was all a misunderstanding. But things take a dark turn when Deirdre, Colleen's best friend and star of a dance show, is discovered dead in the parish hall. As a potential witness, a disturbing motive, and some incriminating evidence come to light, Colleen becomes a suspect in the murder. Trusting in her sister's innocence, Kate is determined to clear Colleen's name.
While Kate investigates, Colleen steps up to organize Shamrock’s famous Irish dance show in memory of her late friend - leading to disastrous consequences. With St. Patrick’s celebrations underway, Kate must apprehend the culprit before the festivities are ruined and her sister's luck runs out.