{I've Been Reading} Hanging by a Thread

 

Hanging by a Thread by Dorothy Howell

The shop owners of Hideaway Grove have been counting on an upcoming women's conference to boost their business. When the owner of a new bakery is found murdered, everyone in town starts to panic. It would be disastrous if the conference was cancelled... If the murder really was a mob execution, maybe everyone is in danger... What's the best way to carry a newly purchased handgun? Abbey's aunt Sarah has more to lose than most since it's her competitor who wound up dead. Now Abbey is trying clear her aunt's name, while also keeping her sewing studio afloat and filming a promotional video for the town and learning to sew poodle skirts in time for the conference luncheon.  This is a fast paced, fun mystery that's enjoyable if you don't try to take it too seriously and worry about the practical details. 

Disclosure -- The publishers have provided me with review copies.