The lack of water and capital could put master beer brewer Hera Knightsbridge out of business ... and then things get worse. Much worse. Money is always a problem for Hera's microbrewery, but now water is scarce, as well. Worse, Hera discovers a rival brewer murdered in her Butternut Valley brew barn, making her the authorities' favorite suspect. To clear her name, Hera joins forces with local lawman Jake Ryan, her former lover from law school days. There's unfinished business between these two, and the sparks fly as they ...
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The lack of water and capital could put master beer brewer Hera Knightsbridge out of business ... and then things get worse. Much worse. Money is always a problem for Hera's microbrewery, but now water is scarce, as well. Worse, Hera discovers a rival brewer murdered in her Butternut Valley brew barn, making her the authorities' favorite suspect. To clear her name, Hera joins forces with local lawman Jake Ryan, her former lover from law school days. There's unfinished business between these two, and the sparks fly as they pursue a killer who has targeted Hera as his next victim.
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Lesley did her homework on the microbrewery industry and uses the homework to create a great backdrop for her story.
She further places her community of microbrewers in an agrarian valley to create another fascinating backdrop for the story.
MaryBethWrites
Mar 11, 2011
A Toast to "A Deadly Draught"
Upstate New York offers beautiful terrain and interesting niche businesses. Lesley Diehl takes full advantage of both in her mystery, "A Deadly Draught." Focusing on the world of microbreweries, Diehl leads us through a world of friendly competitors, secret recipes and murder.
Master Brewer Hera Knightsbridge carries on her late father's work of creating excellent specialty brews in her small brewery. She battles financial woes, potential water rationing and competition from her neighbors for the weekend tourist market. But those problems pale in comparison to the murder of one of those competitors. Hera's discovery of the body draws her into the case.
The situation deteriorates even more when the investigating officer turns out to be an old flame. Assistant Deputy Sheriff Jake Ryan looks just as good as he did when the two of them were back in law school. Can Hera trust Jake to keep an open mind, given their past? Can Jake overcome any lingering animosity over the broken relationship and find a way to catch a murderer without losing any more residents to the unknown murderer?
Diehl creates a tightly knit community in her debut novel. She gives us characters from all up and down the human spectrum. The world of micro brewing provides her with a full cast of brewers, handymen, owners, investors and support staff.
Secrets spill from a variety of sources as the investigation uncovers old wounds and recent grief. The complicated truth surfaces at last, but not without a lot of heartache.
Mystery lovers will enjoy the skillful plotting as the facts emerge. Diehl plans masterfully and in the end, delivers a highly readable novel. Beer lovers can enjoy a peek behind the scenes of the brewing world. With a minimum of sex and language, readers can share the book without embarrassment.
Mary Beth Writes
Mar 11, 2011
A toast to "A Deadly Draught"
Upstate New York offers beautiful terrain and interesting niche businesses. Lesley Diehl takes full advantage of both in her mystery, "A Deadly Draught." Focusing on the world of microbreweries, Diehl leads us through a world of friendly competitors, secret recipes and murder.
Master Brewer Hera Knightsbridge carries on her late father's work of creating excellent specialty brews in her small brewery. She battles financial woes, potential water rationing and competition from her neighbors for the weekend tourist market. But those problems pale in comparison to the murder of one of those competitors. Hera's discovery of the body draws her into the case.
The situation deteriorates even more when the investigating officer turns out to be an old flame. Assistant Deputy Sheriff Jake Ryan looks just as good as he did when the two of them were back in law school. Can Hera trust Jake to keep an open mind, given their past? Can Jake overcome any lingering animosity over the broken relationship and find a way to catch a murderer without losing any more residents to the unknown murderer?
Diehl creates a tightly knit community in her debut novel. She gives us characters from all up and down the human spectrum. The world of micro brewing provides her with a full cast of brewers, handymen, owners, investors and support staff.
Secrets spill from a variety of sources as the investigation uncovers old wounds and recent grief. The complicated truth surfaces at last, but not without a lot of heartache.
Mystery lovers will enjoy the skillful plotting as the facts emerge. Diehl plans masterfully and in the end, delivers a highly readable novel. Beer lovers can enjoy a peek behind the scenes of the brewing world. With a minimum of sex and language, readers can share the book without embarrassment.
