Silk Stalkings

“Vallere weaves a tapestry of finely knit characters, luxurious fabrics, and… murder.” —Janet Bolin, national bestselling author of the Threadville Mysteries

Fabric shop owner Polyester Monroe knows how to handle a tangle of textiles—but murder is another matter entirely.

With the annual Miss Tangorli beauty pageant approaching, Poly agrees to use Land of a Thousand Fabrics’ shimmering silks to create gowns fit for a crown. The event should be a celebration of small-town pride, especially after a local businessman revitalizes the citrus trade with his prized Tangorli tree.

Then the man is found dead—just days before the contestants are announced—and the sweet scent of citrus quickly turns sour.

When Poly’s closest friend becomes entangled in the investigation after being seen with the prime suspect, long-buried secrets begin to surface. As tensions rise and accusations fly, Poly must juggle demanding seamstresses, ambitious pageant hopefuls, and a killer determined to squeeze the life out of someone she loves.

If Poly can’t unravel the truth in time, this pageant season could end with more than one crown hitting the floor.

“With delightfully engaging characters and a riveting mystery, it is a series I am looking to see more of!” —Open Book Society

The third Material Witness cozy mystery delivers small-town secrets, high-stakes friendships, and a fabric-loving sleuth who won’t let murder steal the spotlight.

Perfect for fans of craft-themed cozies, community events gone wrong, and clever mysteries stitched with style.

👉🏻If you liked Silk Stalkings, continue with Tulle Death Do Us Part.