(Free Cozy Murder Mystery Book with a Female Detective) Infiltrate. Investigate. Hyperventilate. New jobs can be a real killer. Enter the world of wit and intrigue with The After Hours Deception by Patti Larsen – A humorous cozy mystery that will keep you guessing and giggling! Meet Petal Morgan, a twenty-eight-year-old whose life seems to have lost its way. With no clear direction toward her lifelong dream and a mounting pile of student loans, she finds herself teetering on the brink of bankruptcy. In a humbling turn of events, Petal reluctantly moves into the unfinished apartment above her parents' garage, feeling the weight of failure upon her shoulders. But just when Petal thinks her luck couldn't get any worse, an unexpected encounter with an old friend leads her down a path she never anticipated. In a stroke of fate, she stumbles upon a job that not only reveals her hidden talents but also brings her face to face with a shocking discovery – a dead body! Welcome to Masquerade Inc. Cozy Mysteries, where deception takes center stage and secrets are the currency of the trade. Petal finds herself thrust into a world of mystery and intrigue, armed with her quick wit and newfound skills. As she delves deeper into the enigmatic web surrounding the murder, she uncovers a trail of deception that leads to unexpected places. Patti Larsen's The After Hours Deception invites you to join Petal on a rollercoaster ride of laughter and suspense in the realm of Masquerade Inc. Cozy Mysteries. Get ready to laugh out loud as Petal navigates through hilarious misadventures, uncovers hidden motives, and exposes the quirks of the eclectic characters populating her newfound world. With each twist and turn, you'll find yourself engrossed in a delightful blend of humor, mystery, and a touch of whimsy. Petal's journey will not only keep you on the edge of your seat but also leav