Stabbed in the Baklava by Tina Kashian is the second book in the “Kebab Kitchen” mystery series. Publisher: Kensington, coming August 28, 2018.

Lucy Berberian has taken over her family’s Mediterranean restaurant on the Jersey Shore after an unsatisfying stint at a Philadelphia law firm. It’s great to be back in her old beach town, even if she’s turning into a seasoned sleuth . . .

Catering a high-society wedding should bring in some big income for Kebab Kitchen—and raise its profile too. But it’s not exactly good publicity when the best man winds up skewered like a shish kebab. Worse yet, Lucy’s ex, Azad—who’s the restaurant’s new head chef—is the prime suspect. But she doesn’t give a fig what the cops think. He may have killer looks, but he’s no murderer. She just needs to prove his innocence, before he has to go on the lamb . . .

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I love a book that immediately grabs my attention and never let go until the last chapter is read. Lucy and Katie are on the case when Azad becomes the prime suspect. The more they dig, the more the uncover more suspects with a stronger motive and it’s up to them to find a killer hiding in plain sight.

This was a cleverly written drama that stayed true to the core, providing an engaging mystery that kept me on my toes as well as maintain the author’s writing style which makes it easier to follow along with how this whodunit was staged. The narrative kept the story moving along with a comfortable tone, dialogue that led us in the direction the author wanted us to go and a few twists and turns that enhanced the telling of this tale. What I love most is the interaction between the various cast members, some who have pivotal roles in how this story is being told. When this was all said and done, this was an enjoyable multi-plot story with a good setting, delicious foods and a great cast of characters that are beginning to feel like long-time friends. My only gripe – not a fan of love triangles – so I hope this is settled soon and I know what team I’m on.

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FTC Full Disclosure – I received a digital ARC of this book from the author.