It’s my pleasure to introduce you to Lynn McPherson, writing as Sydney Leigh, and her new cozy mystery, PERIL IN PINK. Lynn and I served on the Crime Writers of Canada Board of Directors together and she was a wonderful support to me during my time as Chair. Her new book has been described as Schitt’s Creek meets Only Murders in the Building. Now that sounds like a lot of fun!
Title: Peril In Pink (A Hudson Valley B & B Mystery)
ABOUT PERIL IN PINK: Everything is coming up rosé for innkeeper Jess Byrne until a murder on opening weekend gives her B&B’s killer vibe a whole new meaning.
It’s the grand opening of The Pearl B&B in Hudson Valley, and owner Jess Byrne has prepared the ultimate, Insta-worthy welcome, complete with her ex-boyfriend—reality singing sensation Lars Armstrong—performing live. As guests check in and mimosas are poured, Lars arrives with his stepdad-turned-manager Bob in tow. But things go south when Bob is found dead, and Lars is the prime suspect.
After a desperate plea from Lars, and knowing the reputation of her B&B is at stake, Jess agrees to help clear Lars’ name, but the more she digs, the less sure she is that he’s innocent. Especially when he’s found at the scene of another murder.
With the guests under lockdown, the B&B in the press for all the wrong reasons, and a killer on the loose, Jess is in over her head. With the help of her best friend and business partner Kat, Jess is determined to uncover the truth before Lars is put behind bars and The Pearl is permanently cancelled.
About the author: Lynn McPherson has had a myriad of jobs, from running a small business to teaching English across the globe. She has travelled the world solo, where her daring spirit has led her to jump out of airplanes, dive with sharks, and learn she would never master a surfboard. Lynn served on the Board of Directors for Crime Writers of Canada from 2019-2021. She is a member of Sisters in Crime and International Thriller Writers. Lynn writes under the pseudonym Sydney Leigh and has a new cozy mystery, Peril in Pink, coming out with Crooked Lane in March 2024. Find out more at https://sydneyleighbooks.com/
Lynn, PERIL IN PINK sounds like a cozy that’s a romp and a half! Love the title and cover. Best of luck with the launch.
Thanks Pam! I have it to read next — currently midway through Everyone in my Family has Killed Someone. Then Peril in Pink!
Thank you so much! I appreciate you visiting today and your well wishes 😊
Thanks so much for having me on today! Not only are you an extremely hard worker and talented writer, you’re also a champion of fellow authors and a great friend.
Hope you sell a million Lynn.
Thanks Judy—wouldn’t that be nice ❤️