A Killing in Costumes, Zac Bissonnette
A Killing in Costumes, Zac Bissonnette
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A Killing in Costumes

Author: Zac Bissonnette

Narrator: Melanie Carey, Paul Bellatoni

Unabridged: 9 hr 22 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/09/2022

Synopsis

Jay Allan and Cindy Cooper were soap-opera stars in the late 90s, a wholesome young husband-and-wife duo who combined musical talent with humor and charisma. When the truth about their sexual orientations came to light, their marriage and TV careers ended, but decades later they have remained friends. Together, they open Palm Springs’ chicest movie memorabilia store, Hooray for Hollywood, but no customers and dwindling finances spell trouble. A Hail Mary arrives in the form of Yana Tosh, a ninety-year-old diva of the silver screen who has amassed a valuable collection of costumes and props and is looking to sell. But first, Jay and Cindy have to beat their competition, a vice president from a mega-auction house with ten times their resources. And when he winds up dead, they become prime suspects in the murder. With their freedom and livelihoods on the line, Jay and Cindy desperately need to clear their names. There are plenty of other potential suspects, but they'll have to solve it soon before they're forced to trade in their vintage costume collection for two orange jumpsuits.

About Zac Bissonnette

Zac Bissonnette is a New York Times bestselling author of several nonfiction books including The Great Beanie Baby Bubble: Mass Delusion and the Dark Side of Cute. He also writes mystery novels. He is an equity analyst at a hedge fund and lives in New York City with his partner and a tuxedo cat named Perry Como.

About Melanie Carey

Melanie Carey is a classically trained actor and audiobook narrator who has recorded over fifty titles. After earning her bachelor's degree in drama from the University of Washington, she went on to complete an acting intensive at the Marymount College London Drama Program. Before coming to audiobooks, she worked in theater, hypnosis, and yoga. She currently resides in Seattle.

About Paul Bellatoni

Paul Bellatoni is an experienced voiceover artist and audiobook narrator who has worked on a wide range of projects. Also an award-winning opera singer, he has performed in opera houses across the United States and Europe—including at Carnegie Hall, where he held a solo concert. He currently resides in Los Angeles.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Ellen on November 08, 2022

A witty, delightful, and yes even touching mystery. The mystery is twisty and protagonists Cynthia and Jay are entertaining and immensely likeable. Author Bissonnette's own passion for Hollywood past and present shines through on every page. I'm looking forward to future visits to the Hooray for Hol......more

Goodreads review by Micky on June 14, 2022

A great introduction to a new cozy mystery series! I loved the unique qualities each of the main characters bring to the table and that the characters are not traditional cozy lead characters. Many cozy mysteries have a LBGT side character or friend, but this book brought them to the forefront and m......more

Goodreads review by K.A. on April 10, 2022

A KILLING IN COSTUMES, is the first book in the brand-new Hollywood Treasures Mysteries by Zac Bissonnette. With over-the-top (in a good way!) entertaining protagonists, former spouses Cindy Cooper and Jay Allen, gives this book a solid start to what I hope is an enduring series. My only quibble is......more

Goodreads review by Kristina on August 04, 2022

A Killing in Costumes is a light cozy mystery with two gay protagonists. The point-of-view switches between Jay and Cindy. I wish the point-of-view had alternated chapters instead of switching randomly (I would have preferred third person). It was made more challenging with Cindy telling us how Jay......more

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