Flowerbed of State by

Flowerbed of State (A White House Gardener Mystery, #1)

Cassandra Calhoun isn't your average gardener.

"Casey" Calhoun's passion for gardening has carried her to President's Park where the White House sits. But when she finds a dead body in a trash can, Casey has to root out a killer before she ends up planted herself. As she delves into the secrets hidden within the petals, you'll be immersed in a web of intrigue, where everyone becomes a suspect and even the most beautiful flowers can hide dark secrets.

With its intriguing plot, relatable characters, and witty twists, this book is perfect for fans of mystery novels featuring amateur sleuths and women sleuths. Immerse yourself in a world of secrets and suspense, where Casey's passion for gardening may just hold the key to solving the mystery.

Reviewed by MurderByDeath on

3 of 5 stars

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Not a bad start to a series. I found the main character to be stupidly naive in the first third of the book, but that silliness gave way to a more mature character and in a first book, I get over that pretty quick. I liked the plot, although I guessed the bad guy from the start. The setting was interesting and I think the secondary characters could become likeable in future books. The hint of a romance is interesting as well.

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