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Fatal Finale
Christian romantic suspense
Fatal Finale
Book 3 of the The Erin Delaney Mysteries series
Bestselling mystery writer Erin Delaney is preparing to visit the film production based on her novel when her friend Kaely Quinn-Hunter fails to arrive as planned. A kidnapper contacts Erin with six days of cryptic clues and a threat to kill Kaely if police or the FBI become involved—an especially impossible condition because Erin works for law enforcement and Kaely's husband is an FBI agent. Erin must solve the puzzle while deciding what information she can safely share and whether the kidnapper's rules are themselves another trap. The Erin Delaney series finale combines a ticking clock, kidnapping, coded clues, police expertise, and a deeply personal test of friendship.
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Kidnapping and threat of murder; cryptic/chilling clues and psychological games; gunfire; six-day deadline to save the victim; sustained police/FBI investigation and life-threatening danger; Christian faith and restrained romance.
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- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
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A warming pour with a sharp edge suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
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- 2 oz rye whiskey
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- Ice
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- Stir with ice until chilled and strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish: Cocktail cherry or orange twist.
- Glassware: Coupe.
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