Ghost of a Chance (Chintz 'n China, #1)

by Yasmine Galenorn

[wyvernfriend]

Emerald O'Brien owns Chintz 'n China where visitors can get tarot readings and tea. She finds herself investigating a death when the dead woman asks her for help. She also has to deal with the fact that her son is exploring magic and has managed to complicate the issue.

Along with her friends she works on the issues and we see into her life and her magic.

It's an interesting look at magic and detective stories with more of a touch of realism than most in this area. You can tell that the author knows her stuff.