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A Chicago news reporter chasing her big break in jazz-age Paris, an exclusive with a renowned couture designer, and a stepmother lying dead among the silk and sequins...Paris 1925: When news reporter Abigail Dixon trades the Chicago newsroom for the Paris fashion scene, she finds herself dazzled by the latest looks from Coco Chanel, sipping champagne at the Ritz, and interviewing a famous designer. Stepping into his luxurious atelier on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Abigail is ready to swoon over the exquisite gowns. The last thing she expects to find is her estranged stepmother lying dead on the fitting room floor – and Abigail framed as the prime suspect.With only her high school French to defend herself to the debonair Inspector Henri Deschamps, Abigail must use her investigative skills to unravel a tangled web of family secrets and find the real murderer if she is to clear her name.Aided by new friends including young news reporter Ernest Hemingway, Coco Chanel and dashing Lord Frederick, Abigail explores the elegant city of lights – from the magnificent Notre-Dame to the alabaster halls of Versailles – in search of the clues that will solve this deadly mystery.But over coffee and croissants one morning she reads a letter warning her that she is in grave danger and must leave Paris immediately.As Abigail swaps her très dowdy two-piece for a très chic silk chemise and a sharp bob to match, can she keep her wits about her, find the cunning couture killer, and prove her innocence so she can stay in the city that’s captured her heart?Lose yourself in the gripping pages of this captivating and witty cozy historical mystery set in 1920s Paris. Fans of Agatha Christie, T E Kinsey and Lee Strauss will be utterly charmed by Murder at the Paris Fashion House.This book was previously published as Death of a Flapper.Readers love Abigail Dixon! ‘A beautifully and witty written book!! Paris and mysteries have my heart, this book was a meant to be for me lol!!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Bravo, what an excellent start to a new series! A brilliant cosy mystery that's full of fashion and intrigue. Abigail Dixon is a fantastic character - strong, sassy and confidant.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Cozy mystery at its finest!!!!!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Think Agatha Christie in Murder She Wrote... A fast-paced historical cozy with interesting characters, beautiful descriptions of couture gowns, a touch of romance and a surprise killer.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘What a delight! Set in 1925 Paris, there is the overhang of the war yet the twenties sparkle is starting... The plot was well crafted, with enough twists and turns to keep the reader on their toes. This was a most entertaining read.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Absolutely loved this! I fell in love with the plucky reporter and can't wait to read more about her and her newspaper assignments. 5 stars – praying for more!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘It's a superbly well-written historical mystery. I loved it so much that Abigail met Hemingway and Coco Chanel, among other personalities.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Awesome murder mystery. I loved how it all came together in the big reveal. The mystery was complex with lots of layers and red herrings. Cannot wait for the next book.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘A delightful murder mystery that leaves the reader eager to follow Abby's adventures in Paris.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘I devoured this right away... I love the 1920s Paris setting. And the characters are a delight.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️