Snake in the Brass

In 1920, Amanda Parrish has built a good life in Timber Coulee, Idaho. She owns the town's beloved music shop, enjoys the company of Sheriff James Holcomb, and shares her cottage with her niece, Molly, and an opinionated orange tabby named Moxie.Then the Midnight Serpents roll into town.The five-piece jazz band promises to shake up sleepy Timber Coulee with their daring new sound—and they deliver more than anyone bargained for. When a body turns up the morning after their spectacular concert, the tragedy seems like a terrible accident. But mounting evidence points to murder, and Amanda's own sister falls under suspicion.With her family's reputation at stake, Amanda must use all her intelligence and intuition to uncover the truth. But as she digs deeper into the glamorous, volatile world of traveling musicians, she discovers that jealousy, resentment, and heartbreak make for a deadly combination.This third installment in the Music Shop Mysteries series features a charming 1920s setting, a clever amateur sleuth, an endearing found-family dynamic, and one exceptionally clever cat detective. Perfect for fans of Jazz Age glamour and well-crafted whodunits.