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A Quiche Before Dying (A Jane Jeffry Mystery, No. 3) [Mass Market Paperback]

Jill Churchill (Author)
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)


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February 1, 1993
A MEAL TO DIE FOR

With the kids packed off on their summer road trips, it's an ideal time for Jane Jeffry to pursue other interests, so the harried suburban mom enrolls in a writing course at the community college. But when an obnoxious aged classmate keels over dead after sampling a tasty treat from a pot luck student buffet, Jane realizes there's a culinary killer among the local would-be literati.

The pen may be mightier than the sword. . .but poison beats them both. And before the both. And before the demise of a very disagreeable old biddy can be written off, amateur sleuth Jane intends to find out who's responsible -- and cook the culprit's goose in his or her own creative juices.



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"Another winner...Add this to your collection."--" Montgomery Advisor"

About the Author

Jill Churchill has won the Agatha and Macavity Mystery Readers awards and was nominated for an Anthony Award for her bestselling Jane Jeffry series. She is also the author of the highly acclaimed Grace and Favor mysteries and lives in the Midwest.


Product Details

  • Mass Market Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Avon Books; later printing edition (February 1, 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0380769328
  • ISBN-13: 978-0380769322
  • Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.1 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #762,367 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Jill Churchill has won the Agatha and Macavity Mystery Readers Awards and was nominated for an Anthony Award for her bestselling Jane Jeffry series. She is also the author of the highly acclaimed Grace and Favor mysteries and lives in the Midwest.

 

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This "Quiche" is one to savor!, February 6, 2000
This review is from: A Quiche Before Dying (A Jane Jeffry Mystery, No. 3) (Mass Market Paperback)
Jill Churchill has written another wonderful Jane Jeffry mystery. When Jane's mother comes to visit, Jane agrees to attend a writing class with her. Little does she know one of the would-be authors has murderous intentions against another classmate. When the police don't seem to be working fast enough for Jane's taste, Jane and her friend Shelley decide to take the investigation into their own hands. This case is a tough one to crack because everyone in the class hated the victim. As if that weren't enough, everyone seems to have secrets of their own.

I couldn't get to the part where the killer was revealed fast enough -- I was completely stumped! Yet when it all came out, it made so much sense -- the clues were all laid out in the book. This book was a quick, delightful read with immensely likable characters. I highly recommend it to all readers, mystery buffs or not.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Jane Jeffrey is a wonderful character..., November 5, 2001
This review is from: A Quiche Before Dying (A Jane Jeffry Mystery, No. 3) (Mass Market Paperback)
Jane Jeffrey is a fun character to follow. I enjoyed this book b/c readers are able to meet Jane's mother - who is delightful. This story is interesting and I was very surprised at the ending! This series is awesome. Even if you happen to read one out of order, there is no trouble understanding the story. I recommend this book to anyone who likes mysteries, comedy and fiction that is true to life.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Well, I didn't really like quiche before this book........., February 18, 2003
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This review is from: A Quiche Before Dying (A Jane Jeffry Mystery, No. 3) (Mass Market Paperback)
While I still remain a fan of Jill Churchill and her Jane Jeffry series, this book was a slight disappointment compared to her first two. This mystery revolves around Jane and her classmates in a week-long seminar she takes with her mother and sidekick/neighbor, Shelley. Naturally Jane gets involved when someone bumps off Mrs. Pryce, the crotchety old lady from class. Obviously it's one of the classmates, but who?

Like the old saying, "too many cooks spoil the broth?" Well in this case I believe too many suspects spoiled the mystery! So while it didn't keep me from finishing the story (and guessing who did it before the end) it was a little too "busy." However, Churchill's writing style and flair for humor never cease, and for that reason it was worth reading.

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