A Hard Days Fright Pepper Martin 7 – Casey Daniels

Zuggart says he was high and he doesn’t remember much of anything that happened that night.” “So he could have—” “Sure. Or he could have been so drugged out Lucy could have fought him off with one hand tied behind her back.” Considering that Lucy had told me she’d been tied up by her kidnapper, it was my turn to wince.

Then again, since no one knew this bit of info but me, I didn’t need to apologize. “Except some drugs, they make you friggin’ powerful!” At that moment, I’ll bet Delmar wished he had some of them. He had a cut across his left cheek, his knuckles were raw, and one sleeve of his leather jacket was missing.

My sigh was echoed by the others around the table and I’ll bet our thoughts meshed, too: Chuck Zuggart might have had nothing to do with Lucy’s death. Or maybe he had. And I was right back to where I started, except that now, my head was pounding, two of my fingernails were broken, and my newest favorite shoes… I glanced toward the kitchen sink and the garbage can nestled beneath it, stretched my legs, and leaned back in the chair, the better to forget my problems.

While I tried, Ella dragged herself out of her chair and went to the cupboard for a package of Chips Ahoy. She grabbed three cookies for herself and put the bag on the table. After a long night of brawlin’ at the biker bar, there was nothing like sugar. Reggie, Delmar, and I nearly started another brawl all reaching for the cookies at the same time.

“I’ve wasted everyone’s time.” Ella had a mouthful of cookie and crumbs on her chin. “I put everyone in danger, and for what?” “Hey, it was no skin off my nose,” Reggie said, and then he chuckled because his nose was raw. He got up and sauntered over to the door.

“There’s no savoring the Pepper Martin series—you’ll devour each book and still be hungry for more!” —Kathryn Smith, USA Today bestselling author “My favorite ghost hunter, sassy Pepper Martin, is back in another hauntingly good mystery.” —Shirley Damsgaard, author of The Seventh Witch Night of the Loving Dead “Gravestones, ghosts, and ghoulish misdemeanors delight in Casey Daniels’s witty Night of the Loving Dead.” —Madelyn Alt, national bestselling author “Pepper proves once again that great style, quick wit, and a sharp eye can solve any mystery.”

—Publishers Weekly “[A] well-plotted paranormal mystery that…shares some answers that fans have had since we first met this entertaining character, and adds several surprising twists along the way.” —Darque Reviews Tombs of Endearment “A fun romp through the streets and landmarks of Cleveland…A tongue-in- cheek…look at life beyond the grave…Well worth picking up.” —Suite101.com “[A] PI who is Stephanie Plum-meets-Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw…It’s fun, it’s ‘chick,’ and appealing…[A] quick, effortless read with a dash of Bridget Jones–style romance.” —PopSyndicate.com “With witty dialogue and an entertaining mystery, Ms. Daniels pens an irresistible tale of murder, greed, and a lesson in love.

A well-paced storyline that’s sure to have readers anticipating Pepper’s next ghostly client.” —Darque Reviews “Sassy, spicy…Pepper Martin, wearing her Moschino Cheap & Chic pink polka dot sling backs, will march right into your imagination.” —Shirley Damsgaard, author of The Seventh Witch The Chick and the Dead “Amusing with her breezy chick-lit style and sharp dialogue.” —Publishers Weekly “Ms. Daniels has a hit series on her hands.” —The Best Reviews “Ms. Daniels is definitely a hot new voice in paranormal mystery…

Intriguing…Well-written…with a captivating storyline and tantalizing characters.” —Darque Reviews “[F]un, flirtatious, and feisty…[A] fast-paced read, filled with likeable characters.” —Suite101.com Don of the Dead “Fabulous! One of the funniest books I’ve read this year.” —MaryJanice Davidson, New York Times bestselling author “There’s not a ghost of a chance you’ll be able to put this book down. Write faster, Casey Daniels.” —Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author “One part Godfather, one part Bridget Jones, one part ghost story, driven by a spunky new sleuth…A delightful read!”

—Roberta Isleib, author of Asking for Murder “[A] humorous and highly entertaining expedition into mystery and the supernatural.” —Linda O. Johnston, author of Feline Fatale “A spooky mystery, a spunky heroine, and sparkling wit! Give us more!” —Kerrelyn Sparks, USA Today bestselling author “[F]unny and fast-paced; her sassy dialogue…her bravado, and her slightly off-kilter view of life make Pepper an unforgettable character…The only drawback is waiting for book two!”

—Library Journal (starred review) “[A] fun cozy with a likeable heroine and a satisfying plot.” —Suite101.com “Fans of ‘Buffy’ ought to enjoy this one…Original, funny, and shows plenty of scope for future books (all of which I aim to read)…[A] highly enjoyable debut.”

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