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The Queen of Poisons
Cozy mystery
The Queen of Poisons
The Marlow Murder Club returns when a prominent resident dies after being poisoned at a local event. Judith, Suzie, and Becks pursue contradictions that connect village rivalries, secrets, and the victim's influence over other people's lives. Their friendship allows them to enter social spaces that formal investigators cannot approach in the same way. Lively and cozy, this mystery suits an afternoon with tea for readers who enjoy poison puzzles, village gossip, energetic older sleuths, and investigations powered by complementary personalities.
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Crime, danger, and death
Alcohol-Free Pour
Moonlight Milk
Vanilla and honey turn warm milk into a soothing nightcap; a little shimmer makes it magical.
What you'll need
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- Warm the milk gently with vanilla and honey until steaming. Whisk lightly and add only a tiny pinch of food-grade shimmer if desired.
- Garnish: Food-grade shimmer, optional.
- Glassware: Mug.
Cocktail Pour · 21+
Blackberry Bramble
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A crisp botanical pour suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
What you'll need
- 2 oz gin
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 1/2 oz blackberry syrup ↗
- Crushed ice
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How to mix it
- Shake gin and lemon juice with ice. Strain over crushed ice and drizzle the blackberry syrup over the top.
- Garnish: Fresh blackberry and lemon wheel.
- Glassware: Rocks glass.
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