Welcome to my stop on the Great Escapes Virtual Book Tour for Peril in Pink (Hudson Valley B&B Mysteries) by Sydney Leigh. Stop by each blog on the tour for interviews, guest posts, spotlights, reviews and more!
Peril in Pink (Hudson Valley B&B Mysteries)
by Sydney Leigh
Peril in Pink (Hudson Valley B&B Mysteries)
Cozy Mystery
1st in Series
Setting – Hudson Valley, New York
Publisher : Crooked Lane Books (March 19, 2024)
Hardcover : 304 pages
Everything is coming up rosé for innkeeper Jess Byrne until a murder on opening weekend gives her B&B’s killer vibe a whole new meaning.
Schitt’s Creek meets Only Murders in the Building in this sparkling debut mystery.
It’s the grand opening of The Pearl B&B in Hudson Valley, and owner Jess Byrne has prepared the ultimate, Insta-worthy welcome, complete with her ex-boyfriend—reality singing sensation Lars Armstrong—performing live. As guests check in and mimosas are poured, Lars arrives with his stepdad-turned-manager Bob in tow. But things go south when Bob is found dead, and Lars is the prime suspect.
After a desperate plea from Lars, and knowing the reputation of her B&B is at stake, Jess agrees to help clear Lars’ name, but the more she digs, the less sure she is that he’s innocent. Especially when he’s found at the scene of another murder.
With the guests under lockdown, the B&B in the press for all the wrong reasons, and a killer on the loose, Jess is in over her head. With the help of her best friend and business partner Kat, Jess is determined to uncover the truth before Lars is put behind bars and The Pearl is permanently cancelled.
Interview with Sydney Leigh
Thanks for taking the time to share a bit about yourself with my readers and me!
Tell us a little about yourself.
Hmm, where to start? I live in a lakeside town just outside of Toronto, Canada with my husband, two kids, and our rescue dog. I love libraries and coffee shops, so I write most days in one or the other. Almond milk cappuccinos are my jam. I take Improv classes at my local community center because they bring me joy. I have lots of hobbies including snowboarding, hiking, watching reality TV, and spending time with friends and family.
How long have you been writing?
I started writing about 12 years ago, when my daughter was still a baby.
Did you always want to be an author? What made you choose the cozy mystery genre?
I didn’t always want to be an author, but I always loved telling stories. The cozy mystery genre was a natural choice for me because I’ve always loved reading mysteries.
Do you prefer to read cozy mystery books, or do you have another favorite genre? What are you reading now?
I love cozy mysteries but I also read a lot of modern romance. Right now I’m reading Happy Place by Emily Henry and Photo Finished by Christin Brecher.
Do you have a favorite place to write?
Coffee shops and my local library. It’s a tie.
What’s on your desk (if you write at one!)?
Although I don’t have a desk, I do keep my writing essentials in my purse, which include my favorite pen, a notebook, sticky notes, and my Macbook.
What is the first book you remember reading as a child? What was one of your favorite books you read as a child?
The first book I remember reading as a child is The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe, by C.S. Lewis. I still love it to this day.
Do you like audiobooks, physical books, or e-books better? Why?
Audiobooks and physical books. I listen to books when I walk the dog and I read physical books when I’m at home.
If you had the opportunity to live anywhere in the world for a year while writing a book that took place in that same setting, where would you choose?
I’d love to live in an Irish village and write a cozy inspired by the town and its inhabitants. (Christy: Me too!)
What or who has influenced you the most as a writer?
Murder, She Wrote is up there. There are so many authors who inspire me. Some of the biggest influences are Jenn McKinlay, Olivia Blacke, Vicki Delany, and Emily Henry.
Do you have any author friends who support you while you’re writing? Do you belong to any writing groups?
I have so many author friends who are incredible in their support and encouragement. The first one that comes to mind is thriller author Hannah Mary McKinnon. She has helped me at every step and continues to be a huge support. There are so many others as well. It’s a fabulous community. I’m in a writing group called the Deadlies.
Finally, what are you working on now? Can you tell us a bit about it?
I’m writing the second book in the Hudson Valley B & B Mystery series. It’s about a bachelorette party gone wrong.
Thank you again for taking the time to answer my questions!
About Sydney Leigh
Sydney Leigh spent several years running a seasonal business, working in the summer so she could spend cold months in cool places. Now she writes modern cozy mysteries and thinks about murder. She is a member of Sisters in Crime, International Thriller Writers, and served on the board of Crime Writers of Canada from 2018-2021.
Author Links
Website https://sydneyleighbooks.com/
The Stiletto Gang https://www.thestilettogang.com/2023/09/26/peril-in-pink-a-new-series-by-sydney-leigh/ (I do a blog post once a month on The Stiletto Gang)
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lynn.mcpherson.7186
Twitter/X https://twitter.com/SydneyLeighCozy
GoodReads https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/173476021-peril-in-pink
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sydneyleighmystery/
Purchase Links – Amazon – B&N – Bookshop.org – Koko
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Peril in Pink TOUR PARTICIPANTS
April 1 – Mystery, Thrillers, and Suspense – SPOTLIGHT
April 1 – #BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee – SPOTLIGHT
April 2 – Christy’s Cozy Corners – AUTHOR INTERVIEW
April 2 – Christa Reads and Writes – REVIEW
April 3 – Literary Gold – AUTHOR INTERVIEW
April 3 – Sapphyria’s Book Reviews – SPOTLIGHT
April 4 – Ascroft, eh? – CHARACTER INTERVIEW
April 5 – Read Your Writes Book Reviews – CHARACTER INTERVIEW
April 6 – Maureen’s Musings – SPOTLIGHT
April 7 – Celticlady’s Reviews – SPOTLIGHT
April 8 – FUONLYKNEW – SPOTLIGHT
April 9 – Baroness Book Trove – SPOTLIGHT
April 9 – Cassidy’s Bookshelves – SPOTLIGHT
April 10 – Brooke Blogs – SPOTLIGHT
April 11 – Sarah Can’t Stop Reading – REVIEW
April 12 – Boys’ Mom Reads! – REVIEW
April 12 – Teatime and Books – SPOTLIGHT
April 13 – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – REVIEW
April 14 – Cozy Up With Kathy – AUTHOR INTERVIEW
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Thank you so much for hosting me today! I’m so excited to share PERIL IN PINK with your readers!!
You’re welcome! Thank you for the interview!
Sounds like a book I will enjoy reading.
I love a great cozy mystery and this sounds like a good one! Thanks.
Adorable cover
This looks like a great novel. Thanks for hosting this tour.
This looks like a great book!
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