What if a stolen string of pearls unravels a web of deception, leading to a murder? Nina Takeda's sorority reunion takes a deadly turn when her prized pearls are stolen, and she becomes the main suspect in a murder investigation. Enter Serena Tate, the famous author with a knack for solving crimes, who enlists Nina's quirky band of septuagenarian friends to help crack the case. Discovering each woman harbors a grudge against the victim, Serena navigates the twists and turns of this mystery, where the wrong place at the right time can lead to unexpected alliances and a killer revealed. ***This cozy mystery is a stand alone read ***