Summary of Overdue to Die, by J A Whiting and Amanda Diamond

Unravel the delightful chaos of 'Overdue to Die'-a cozy mystery brimming with humor, secrets, and Emma's hilarious quest to solve a murder!

Welcome to the Peachtree Point, where the only thing that rolls faster than the sweet tea is the local gossip-and what's hot on everyone's lips? A murder mystery so juicy, you'll need a napkin!

In Overdue to Die, we dive into a charming little town that appears to be the perfect spot for sipping lemonade and enjoying the sunshine. But wait! It seems someone decided to throw a murder party! Our protagonist is the ever-so-ordinary Emma, who is just trying to live her best life, which apparently involves solving a murder instead of binge-watching reality TV. Classic.

As if life in a small town wasn't thrilling enough, Emma gets wrapped up in a whodunit mystery when a local library employee is found dead. And, spoiler alert-this isn't just an ordinary case of "Oops, I tripped over a book!" It turns out our dear victim had a few secrets hidden between the pages. Can you believe it? In a library? Shocking!

So, Emma and her quirky group of friends (because what's a mystery without a bunch of lovable misfits, right?) start digging into a world filled with local drama, dark secrets, and incredibly suspicious characters. From the overly friendly librarian to the skeptical cafe owner, everyone seems to have something to hide. Is it a cookbook? A diary? Or just that one time they said something absolutely scandalous about the mayor?

The plot thickens as Emma finds herself sprinting through town, armed with little more than a magnifying glass, her wits, and maybe a piece of pie from the local bakery. Let's just say they really need to up their game in the dessert department if we are to survive this drama!

Throughout the book, readers will experience Emma's inner monologue, which is dripping with sarcasm and humor. Seriously, if you're not laughing at her commentary, are you even reading? Our gal dives deeper into the twists and turns of the investigation until she stumbles across shocking revelations.

Now, we can't spoil everything, but let's just say there are a few plot twists that will twist your mind like a pretzel at a county fair. And in the end, Emma might find herself solving the case when she least expects it-not too different from finding your keys in the fridge. How did they get there? Who knows!

So, if you're looking for a cozy mystery that combines the elements of friendship, laugh-out-loud moments, and a touch of danger, "Overdue to Die" is definitely overdue on your reading list. Just make sure you keep an eye on your neighbors-they might just be plotting their next move... or simply have a very serious book club that demands total silence!

Maddie Page

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