Download or read book Blue Suede Murder A Cruise Ship Cozy Mystery written by Brittany E. Brinegar and published by Britt Lizz Publishing. This book was released on 2022-03-18 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy this cruise ship murder mystery from Brittany E. Brinegar, author of witty whodunits... Elvis has left the building… Check that, someone threw him overboard. Amateur detective Becky Robinson never wanted to set sail on the Elvis themed cruise. A cramped cabin on the high seas isn’t her idea of a swingin’ time. Neither is being trapped with divorced parents determined to transform the cruise ship into a battleship. When an unreliable witness reports a man thrown overboard, the puzzling mystery presents the perfect distraction. Suspicious minds lead Becky’s investigation to an Elvis impersonator and a sea of suspects with deadly motives. But solving a murder without a victim is easier said than done. Can she find the devil in disguise before the ship docks? Or will her family be the death of her? ---------------- Blue Suede Murder is the rockin’ and rollin’ seventh installment in the Hollywood Whodunit cozy mystery series. If you love clumsy heroines, a Hollywood backdrop, quirky suspects, and an adorable rescue puppy this series is for you! Hollywood Whodunit Series Order Book 1: Prime Time Murder Book 2: Stand-In Murder Book 3: Music City Murder Book 4. Trap Door Murder Book 5: Fool's Gold Murder Book 6: Holly Jolly Murder Book 7: Blue Suede Murder Book 8: Family Reunion Murder Book 9: Summer Vacation Murder Book 10: Sunlight Swindler Murder Book 11: Castle Island Murder Book 12: Fixer-Upper Murder Book 13: Hometown Murder Book 14: Big Apple Murder Book 15: Devil Wears Murder

Download or read book Blue Suede Murders written by Bob Moats and published by . This book was released on 2014-04 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elvis has left this world. He was barbecued in a pink Cadillac on the Vegas strip and there were no witnesses. But this wasn't the real Elvis, he was an impersonator in a Casino theatre and now Vegas Metro police will have to find the killer. But Lynn Carter, homicide detective calls on Jim Richards to help, there's just too many Elvises in Vegas at the moment with a Elvis fan convention going on. Jim agrees to take the case and then the convention people come in to ask for protection. It seems that a number of the impersonators have been threatened and Jim asks Buck to loan a few guards for the cause. All while this is happening, Val and Blake from the Florida serial killer case come into town to get married and Penny is delighted, until Val announces she wants to get married by Elvis. Penny is not a fan of Elvis and having her husband chasing Elvises now makes her a bit crazy. Will Jim find the killer and resolve Penny's worries that Elvises will be following her also. Good times in this 18th book of the Jim Richards series of murder novels.

Download or read book Blue Suede Killer written by Summer Prescott and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-04-05 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blue Suede Killer blurb Change is in the air for all of our favorite Calgon characters. Missy and Chas begin to wonder if they'll ever find a house, Carla is overwhelmed by running the Inn, Echo is settling in beautifully to motherhood, and Fiona wonders if she might not just be losing her mind. Spencer makes an astonishing decision, and mischief abounds when an Elvis impersonator competition comes to Calgon. The entire gang gets in on the action, and Tim comes to Fiona's rescue when a stranger from the past resurfaces. All this and more, in the final segment of the INNcredibly Sweet Series. The continuing story of Missy, Chas and the gang will resume in Book One of the Cupcakes in Paradise Series.

Download or read book Harry Resorts to Murder written by Neal Enrick and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2020-01-27 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Menacing signs of murder abound at a luxury woodland resort: a noose in the attic, blood in the lobby, an open grave in the cellar. The only thing missing? A corpse. But for how long? Guests include a panoply of wealthy and connected vacationers. They dismiss these signs as "stunts" to be expected with Halloween upcoming. But not everyone is so sanguine. They know what's happening echoes a past murder at the resort, one that went undiscovered and unpunished. Worse, these signs may portend a repeat of that killing, placing everyone at risk. Harry, a private eye, and Cardamine, his psychic wife, find themselves embroiled in this twisted tale of murder within a murder. Come. Check in to the resort with them - if you dare.

Download or read book Murder at the Seaview Hotel written by Glenda Young and published by Headline. This book was released on 2021-08-05 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'I loved this warm, humorous and involving whodunnit with its host of engaging characters and atmospheric Scarborough setting' CLARE CHASE 'Just the heart-warming tonic readers need right now. Endearing characters, intriguing twists and one very cute canine' HELEN COX Meet Helen Dexter - proprietor of the Seaview Hotel, and now, with the help of her trusty greyhound Suki, amateur detective . . . This unputdownable whodunnit is perfect for fans of Julia Chapman's Dales Detective Agency, Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club and Betty Rowlands. .......................................... In the charming Yorkshire seaside town of Scarborough, a murder is nothing to sing about . . . After the death of her husband Tom, Helen Dexter is contemplating her future as the now-sole proprietor of the Seaview Hotel. There's an offer from a hotel chain developer to consider, but also a booking from a group of twelve Elvis impersonators, a singing troupe called Twelvis. Tom loved Elvis and for Helen this is a sign that she should stay. But the series of mysterious events which follow, suggests that the developer is not going to give up easily. Then, shortly after Twelvis arrive, one of the group disappears. His body is found floating in a lake, with his blue suede shoes missing. Could the two be connected? With the reputation of the Seaview on the line, Helen isn't going to wait for the murderer to strike again. With her trusty greyhound Suki by her side, she decides to find out more about her guests and who wanted to make sure this Elvis never sang again. .......................................... What readers and reviewers are saying about Murder at the Seaview Hotel: 'This cosy crime mystery will leave you all shook up!' The People's Friend 'An engaging murder mystery . . . an original and amusing hook which Glenda Young skilfully uses . . . to spin some intriguing plot twists' The Recs 'A wholly entertaining mystery . . . a fun plot and plenty of wry humour' 5* reader review 'Keeps you guessing . . . right till the end. A fantastic read that I didn't want to put down, beautifully written and amazing plot and characters' 5* reader review 'I cannot rate this cosy mystery highly enough. Wonderful characters, beautiful setting and an excellent story' 5* reader review 'A terrific tale' 5* reader review 'A fantastic start to a new series . . . definitely a book you cannot put down' 5* reader review Helen and Suki return in Curtain Call at the Seaview Hotel - out now! Love Glenda Young's cosy crime? Don't miss her acclaimed Ryhope-set sagas, Belle of the Back Streets, The Tuppenny Child, Pearl of Pit Lane, The Girl with the Scarlet Ribbon, The Paper Mill Girl and The Miner's Lass.

Download or read book Manipulation Money and Murder written by Sheryl Jordan and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2014-04-28 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Xavier Hudson begins his life of crime at an early age. When he is still a child, his mother teaches him to steal, while his father gambles away every penny they had. As he grows up in the small town of Marion, Indiana in the 1960s, Xavier becomes a cold-blooded criminal, filled with rage, arrogance, and greed. Every actioneven those that might seem goodcarries the ulterior motive of evil intent. His boundless greed for money leads first to store and bank robberiesand then to murder. Eventually, a sheriff runs him out of the state, and Xavier finds safe haven in Minneapolis. His lesson has yet to be learned, though, as he continues his life of crime and abuse in his new city. Shannon Wilson is a sweet, nave young woman who grew up in the same town as Xavier. Their paths surprisingly cross in Minneapolis, when she moves there to raise her two children as a single mother. When they meet, both of their lives are irrevocably changed, but Shannon may not be able to settle Xavier down. Instead, they might both end up with bloody hands.

Download or read book Blue Suede Clues written by Daniel Klein and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2007-10-30 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After winning the hearts of critics and audiences (all over again) in Daniel Klein's Kill Me Tender, Elvis Aron Presley returns once more to try his hand at crime-solving in a fun, suspenseful sequel. 1963. Elvis Presley has just completed filming "Kissin' Cousins," a hillbilly romantic comedy of which he is instantly ashamed. His romance with Ann-Margret has just become public knowledge and Priscilla is on the warpath. It is a critical period for Elvis, a time in which he must sort out his own contradictory feelings and make life-changing choices. Against this backdrop, one "Squirm" Litteljon, an old army friend, contacts Elvis. Littlejon is serving life in a California penitentiary for the murder of a young actress on the MGM lot and he insists he was framed. Elvis figures that taking the case is just what he needs to escape all those people making demands of him, both professionally and romantically. So begins a fast-paced mystery train-ride that takes Elvis from the weird world of movie stuntmen to a ground-breaking genetics laboratory in Mexico. His sidekick on this adventure is Squirm's deadbeat, Freud-spouting lawyer who has personal insight into the psychological quirks of surviving twins -- like Elvis. Before he's through, Elvis will have to disprove a murder charge of his own and stop a diabolical film producer from publishing career-wrecking photographs of Elvis and Ann-Margret making love. Blue Suede Clues is a who-dunnit that keeps readers guessing right up to an ending worthy of only one man: The King!

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Download or read book Remember Murder written by Linda Ladd and published by Kensington Publishing Corp.. This book was released on 2013-06-01 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A detective’s shattered memories of a serial killer’s clutches reveal clues to new dangers in this psychological thriller by an “edgy, clever” author (Beverly Barton). She can't remember why he chose her—or what he did to her. But Detective Claire Morgan knows that something terrible happened to her the night a deranged serial killer escaped from the mental ward. Looking for pleasure. Looking for pain. Looking for her . . . Recovering in a lakeside resort, Claire hopes to sort through her broken memories. But after suffering a temporary coma, she can barely remember her own lover, psychiatrist Nicholas Black. Would she be able to recognize her abductor if she saw him again? If he came back for more . . . ? If only she could remember his face or his voice . . . if only she could comprehend the evil in his mind or the depths of his cruelty . . . if only she knew just how close he is—to her and everyone she loves . . .

Download or read book Rodeo Ransom and Fireworks A Texas Cowgirl Cozy Mystery written by Brittany E. Brinegar and published by Britt Lizz Publishing. This book was released on 2023-05-26 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy this small-town mystery series from Brittany E. Brinegar, author of laugh-out-loud Texas whodunits... The fireworks started early but this ain’t their first rodeo. The annual Star-Spangled Rodeo in Lake Falls, Texas is supposed to be a 4th of July celebration, but this year, bad luck is in the air. First the cash box goes missing, and just when the organizers think things couldn't get any worse, a prized bull is kidnapped. In its place is a chilling ransom note with an impossible demand. Twin sisters Lizzie and Samantha Brown, who moonlight as amateur sleuths, are drawn into the mystery out of necessity. Lizzie is managing the Twin Bluebonnet Ranch for the first time and she can't let the bull's disappearance tarnish her debut ride. Samantha, a champion barrel racer, knows the rodeo scene like the back of her hand. Together they interview a disgruntled rodeo clown, a used car salesman, and a mysterious out-of-towner. With time running out and a midnight deadline looming, the twins begin to wonder if the bull's kidnapping might be a smokescreen for something even more sinister. Can Samantha and Lizzie unravel the web of suspects and thwart the cattle rustlers before they make good on their threats? Or will the twin’s eight second ride be their last? ---------------- Rodeo, Ransom, and Fireworks is a rootin' tootin' Fourth of July mystery that will keep you on the edge of your saddle! If you love quirky small-town characters, best friend shenanigans, and a Dalmatian sidekick, this stand-alone Twin Bluebonnet Ranch Mystery is for you. Twin Bluebonnet Ranch Mysteries: Series Order Book 1: Caverns, Clues, and Cowboys Book 2: Friday Night Frights Book 3: Silent Nights and Shoplifting Book 4: Ghostwriters and Gravediggers Book 5: Antiques, Alibis, and Auctions Book 6: Secrets, Lies, and Poisonberry Pies Book 7: Rodeo, Ransom, and Fireworks Book 8: Sleuths, Sabotage, and Sandcastles Book 9: Turkey, Thievery, and Twins Book 10: Ballots, Belles, and Blackmail Book 11: Texans, Tourists, and Treachery Book 12: Softball and Stickups

Download or read book Ghostwriters Gravediggers A Book Thief Cozy Mystery written by Brittany E. Brinegar and published by Britt Lizz Publishing. This book was released on 2023-06-30 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy this small-town mystery series from Brittany E. Brinegar, author of laugh-out-loud Texas whodunits... Whispers of the Past. Mysteries of the Present. Beneath the surface of this idyllic Texas town, a storm is brewing. Graves are mysteriously dug up under the cloak of darkness, and local shops fall victim to daring robberies. The baffling part? Witnesses claim to have seen the spirits of literary legends at the crime scenes — Edgar Allan Poe, Jane Austen, Mark Twain, and Agatha Christie. The local private investigator dismisses the ghostly claims and pawns off the case on his assistant – Lizzie Brown, a tenacious teen sleuth with a keen eye for detail and a determination to prove herself. As Lizzie delves deeper into the investigation, she discovers perplexing clues, hidden motives, and literary references that stretch beyond the boundaries of time. She traverses gloomy Gothic landscapes with Poe, engages in witty banter in Austen's elegant society, embarks on thrilling adventures with Twain, and employs Christie's methodical approach to solving crimes. Can Lizzie decipher the cryptic connections between the ghostwriters and the crimes plaguing Lake Falls? Or will uncovering the truth tarnish her reputation? ---------------- Uncover the ink-stained secrets as literary legends come alive in Ghostwriters and Gravediggers, a stand-alone case in the Twin Bluebonnet Ranch Mysteries. If you love quirky small-town characters, best friend shenanigans, and a Dalmatian sidekick, this series is for you! Twin Bluebonnet Ranch Mysteries: Series Order Book 1: Caverns, Clues, and Cowboys Book 2: Friday Night Frights Book 3: Silent Nights and Shoplifting Book 4: Ghostwriters and Gravediggers Book 5: Antiques, Alibis, and Auctions Book 6: Secrets, Lies, and Poisonberry Pies Book 7: Rodeo, Ransom, and Fireworks Book 8: Sleuths, Sabotage, and Sandcastles Book 9: Turkey, Thievery, and Twins Book 10: Ballots, Belles, and Blackmail Book 11: Texans, Tourists, and Treachery Book 12: Softball and Stickups

Download or read book MURDER ON THE CHESAPEAKE A MARGARET BARLOW MYSTERY written by David Osborn and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2000-12-06 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a scholarship student is found hanging from the chapel bell tower at Margaret Barlow's alma mater, the amateur sleuth returns to the exclusive boarding school and plans an ingenious trap for the killer. Grandmotherly sleuth Margaret Barlow returns to the hallowed halls of her alma mater to solve the mystery of a young girl found hanged in the bell tower.

Download or read book A Trick a Pony written by Brittany E. Brinegar and published by Britt Lizz Publishing. This book was released on 2022-09-23 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth…unless you’re trying to solve his kidnapping. When a world-famous trick riding horse is stolen one week before the biggest event of the year, the team is desperate for answers. The police dismiss the case as a publicity stunt, leading the distraught owner to hire the Robinson Family Detective Agency. With the trail cold, amateur sleuth Becky Robinson saddles up and goes undercover as the newest rider. Hold your horses! Becky can't even ride a pony, much less dangle upside-down at a full gallop. The investigation pits Becky in a race against the clock. Can she beat the crooks in their twisted game of hide and seek in time? Or will the horseplay lead to murder? ---------------- A Trick & a Pony is the fifth installment in the Robinson Family Detective cozy mystery series. If you love best friend shenanigans, quirky suspects, and adorable animals this series is for you! Robinson Family Detective Agency Series Order Book 1: Red Herrings & Pink Flamingos Book 2: McGuffins & Birdies Book 3: A Hoax & a Hex Book 4. A Patsy & a Pastry Book 5: A Trick & a Pony Book 6: A Masterpiece & a Murder -------------------------------- Keywords: cozy mystery, cozy mystery series, murder mystery, animal mysteries, dog mysteries, female sleuth mysteries, amateur sleuth mysteries, clean mysteries, mysteries with humor, funny cozy mystery, whodunit cozy mysteries, murder, Los Angles, Hollywood, actress, pop culture references, witty dialog, quirky characters, friendship, Jack Russell terrier, chasing your dream, wrongly accused, finding your place, inheritance, flamingo, trick riding, horse, ranch mystery

Download or read book Secrets Lies and Poisonberry Pies A Baking Contest Cozy Mystery written by Brittany E. Brinegar and published by Britt Lizz Publishing. This book was released on 2023-07-28 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy this small-town mystery series from Brittany E. Brinegar, author of laugh-out-loud Texas whodunits... A sweet feud turns sour, and the twins must find the killer berry fast. Lake Falls’ Berry Jamboree is the summer’s most anticipated attraction. Amidst the friendly rivalry, families are torn apart as they take sides, vying for the coveted titles of Lady Strawberry and Lord Blueberry. But this year, the festival takes a deadly turn when Lord Blueberry, the face of the blueberry clan, is found with his nose buried in a poisonberry pie. Caught in the crossfire are twin sisters Samantha and Lizzie, each representing opposite factions in the berry-filled feud. But when fingers point to Lizzie’s pie as the murder weapon, the sisters must put aside their differences and team up to crack the case. The bonds of sisterhood are put to the test as Samantha and Lizzie navigate a maze of secrets, betrayals, and mouthwatering clues. In the race to unmask the killer, they realize anyone could be harboring a taste for murder. Can they uncover the truth behind this berry-infused mystery and restore harmony to their beloved festival? ---------------- Get ready for a berry-filled whodunit that will leave you craving both pie and justice. If you love quirky small-town characters, best friend shenanigans, and a Dalmatian sidekick, this series is for you! Twin Bluebonnet Ranch Mysteries: Series Order Book 1: Caverns, Clues, and Cowboys Book 2: Friday Night Frights Book 3: Silent Nights and Shoplifting Book 4: Ghostwriters and Gravediggers Book 5: Antiques, Alibis, and Auctions Book 6: Secrets, Lies, and Poisonberry Pies Book 7: Rodeo, Ransom, and Fireworks Book 8: Sleuths, Sabotage, and Sandcastles Book 9: Turkey, Thievery, and Twins Book 10: Ballots, Belles, and Blackmail Book 11: Texans, Tourists, and Treachery Book 12: Softball and Stickups

Download or read book Turkey Thievery and Twins A Small Town Holiday Cozy Mystery written by Brittany E. Brinegar and published by Britt Lizz Publishing. This book was released on 2023-11-10 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy this small-town holiday mystery from Brittany E. Brinegar, author of laugh-out-loud Texas whodunits... They wanted a feast, but what they got was a mystery with all the trimmings. Twins Samantha and Lizzie hoped for a peaceful Thanksgiving in their charming Texas town. But when Lizzie's boss, a seasoned private investigator, entrusts her with a baffling case, their holiday takes a curious turn. A priceless family heirloom, on loan to the museum, vanishes during the annual Pilgrim Pageant in front of hundreds of witnesses. Left in its place is Gobbles, the town Turkey, who every year gets a stay of execution for the holiday feast. Lizzie suspects the elusive newcomer orchestrated the daring switcheroo. Tensions flared between him and her boss, when he attempted to purchase the heirloom the day prior. The case seems open and shut. But there's a hitch: the town newcomer has an unbreakable alibi. Samantha and Lizzie are determined to leave no cranberry unturned as they unravel a web of secrets and prove even the tightest alibis can't hide the truth when the twins are on the case. ---------------- If you love quirky small-town characters, best friend shenanigans, and a Dalmatian sidekick, this series is for you! Twin Bluebonnet Ranch Mysteries: Series Order Book 1: Caverns, Clues, and Cowboys Book 2: Friday Night Frights Book 3: Silent Nights and Shoplifting Book 4: Ghostwriters and Gravediggers Book 5: Antiques, Alibis, and Auctions Book 6: Secrets, Lies, and Poisonberry Pies Book 7: Rodeo, Ransom, and Fireworks Book 8: Sleuths, Sabotage, and Sandcastles Book 9: Turkey, Thievery, and Twins Book 10: Ballots, Belles, and Blackmail Book 11: Texans, Tourists, and Treachery Book 12: Softball and Stickups

Download or read book McGuffins Birdies written by Brittany E. Brinegar and published by Britt Lizz Publishing. This book was released on 2022-06-17 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vacation with the characters you love from the Hollywood Whodunit series in a top-secret summer spinoff. Don’t resort to crime if you can’t escape in time. A free stay at a luxury resort is a dream come true until Becky Robinson wakes up and realizes she’s undercover as the help. Catering to every beck and call of corporate bigwigs while also investigating who in the group is selling secrets to the enemy. But what does Becky know about golfing, noncompete clauses, horseback riding, stock options, glamping, and… kidnapping? Pro tip - Losing your client in the woods doesn’t impress the boss. But until the body bag zips, it’s not too late for a mulligan. With suspects lurking around every corner, Becky must uncover the secrets and lies to expose the saboteur. Can she spoil the perfect getaway before someone turns up dead? ---------------- McGuffins & Birdies is the second installment in the Robinson Family Detective cozy mystery series. If you love best friend shenanigans, quirky suspects, and adorable animals this series is for you! Robinson Family Detective Agency Series Order Book 1: Red Herrings & Pink Flamingos Book 2: McGuffins & Birdies Book 3: A Hoax & a Hex Book 4. A Patsy & a Pastry Book 5: A Trick & a Pony Book 6: A Masterpiece & a Murder -------------------------------- Keywords: cozy mystery, cozy mystery series, murder mystery, animal mysteries, dog mysteries, female sleuth mysteries, amateur sleuth mysteries, clean mysteries, mysteries with humor, funny cozy mystery, whodunit cozy mysteries, murder, Los Angles, Hollywood, actress, pop culture references, witty dialog, quirky characters, friendship, Jack Russell terrier, chasing your dream, wrongly accused, finding your place, inheritance, flamingo

Download or read book Red Herrings Pink Flamingos written by Brittany E. Brinegar and published by Britt Lizz Publishing. This book was released on 2022-05-20 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vacation with the characters you love from the Hollywood Whodunit series in a top-secret summer spinoff. Natural causes? A little pink birdie told me otherwise. What looks more impressive on a resume? Nosy amateur sleuth or struggling no-name actress? Neither one pays the bills and Becky Robinson has a lot of bills. So, when she’s invited to the reading of her rich Uncle Al’s will, she daydreams about her inheritance. The problem, Becky doesn’t have an Uncle Al. And she never met the deceased. The mysterious stranger leaves her a ceramic flamingo with a hidden message. Turns out her fake uncle was murdered and she was hired from the grave to find whodunit. The investigation into Al’s reclusive life leads Becky undercover with the eclectic Robinson family. Can she blend in and catch the killer or will another fake heir blow her cover? ---------------- Red Herrings & Pink Flamingos is the first installment in the Robinson Family Detective cozy mystery series. If you love best friend shenanigans, quirky suspects, and adorable animals this series is for you! Robinson Family Detective Agency Series Order Book 1: Red Herrings & Pink Flamingos Book 2: McGuffins & Birdies Book 3: A Hoax & a Hex Book 4. A Patsy & a Pastry Book 5: A Trick & a Pony Book 6: A Masterpiece & a Murder -------------------------------- Keywords: cozy mystery, cozy mystery series, murder mystery, animal mysteries, dog mysteries, female sleuth mysteries, amateur sleuth mysteries, clean mysteries, mysteries with humor, funny cozy mystery, whodunit cozy mysteries, murder, Los Angles, Hollywood, actress, pop culture references, witty dialog, quirky characters, friendship, Jack Russell terrier, chasing your dream, wrongly accused, finding your place, inheritance, flamingo