Mayhem & Mass

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A Los Angeles transplant, Sister Louise "Lou" LaSalle feels right at home in Briar Coast, New York. After all, her beloved nephew, Chris, works at the college founded by her congregation. But while Sister Lou has always played by the rules, she's about to have her faith in herself tested-by murder . . . Sister Lou expects some pushback when she invites her friend, Maurice Jordan, to be the guest speaker for the St. Hermione of Ephesus Feast Day presentation. The theology professor is known far and wide for his controversial views. What she's not prepared for is finding him dead in his hotel room, bashed over the head. When the local deputies focus on the members of her congregation as suspects, Sister Lou takes matters into her own hands. Against Chris's wishes, she teams up with a cynical local reporter to delve into Maurice's life. The unlikely partners in crime-fighting uncover a litany of both devotees and detractors. And though it might take a miracle to find the killer, Sister Lou vows to carry on until justice prevails . . .

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Praise for Olivia Matthews Mayhem and Mass:

The possibility of romance between two of the characters provides a pleasant foil to Sister Lou's pursuit of the truth for the sake of her old friendin this debut of a saintly sleuth with some very human failings.Kirkus Reviews

Although Sister Lou took the vow of obedience, she doesnt always play by traditional rules, as readers of this first-in-the-new-series will soon find out. Mayhem & Mass is a promising addition to the cozy mystery genre, and its protagonist is delightful!Suspense Magazine

Kudos to Olivia Matthews, who has created a new hook to draw in readers.Mystery Scene Magazine

A spunky leading ladywho just happens to be a nun. Lou will go to the ends of the earth to uncover the truth. The plot is fast-paced and believable.A worthwhile mystery series here that fans will adore.RT Book Reviews

Author Bio

Olivia Matthews earned a BA in Journalism from The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. She has worked for financial institutions, health care companies and universities. She has written for newspapers, magazines, corporate communication departments, advertising agencies, marketing and public relations departments. Raised in New York City, Olivia now resides in Columbus, Ohio.