Library Journal
When a rather nasty woman dies of poisoning in Marla Shore's Palm Harbor beauty shop, police suspect Marla, the only other person in the shop. Marla, who doesn't want the authorities to find out that the victim was blackmailing her, takes a defensive stance and falls for the attractive detective in charge. She conducts her own investigation, questioning the dead woman's estranged son, niece/heir, greedy business partner, and others. While not without redeeming qualities, this first effort suffers from inconsistent characterization and a few frayed story lines. An optional purchase for larger collections. Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information.
From the Publisher
"Fast-paced and jaunty..."-Publishers Weekly
"...a plot with more tangles than an uncombed perm." -Kirkus Review
"A delightfully saucy tale of sabotage, murder, and culinary chaos." Jackie Minniti, Fabulous Florida Writers
"Permed to Death is a beauty of a read. The characters are believable, the mystery is well-plotted, and the suspense is a real manicure-ruiner."-I Love a Mystery
"An amusing tale, buoyed by a likable amateur sleuth and enhanced by the South Florida atmosphere."-Sun-Sentinel
"A fascinating story, with intriguing, sometimes quirky characters, a touch of humor, a hint of romantic possibilities, and a look at a profession we don't often see in mysteries." -Mysterious Women
"This book is an all-around light-reading romp and perfect beach or vacation fare. A fun read." Book Review Crew
"Permed to Death is a good book to start reading while waiting at your favorite salon for your hair appointment."-Cozies, Capers, & Crimes
"Nancy Cohen has styled a novel that is to curl up and die for." -MyShelf.com
"Permed to Death is a witty and a well-crafted mystery that will have you guessing till the intense end."-Southern Scribe
