Deadly Does It
Jul 2026 · A Mason & Mann Mystery Book 2 · Sold by Penguin
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When Natasha Mason’s AA sponsor is in deadly danger, she turns to the cranky yet brilliant Julia Mann for help, in this exciting new mystery novel from the USA Today bestselling author of One Death at a Time.
Mason, a Gen Z adrenaline junkie, and Mann, an ex-con, ex-actress, and lawyer turned sleuth, have already solved one murder together. United by their commitment to sarcasm and general disappointment with the human race, they now face a second crime that’s way too close to home. Alexa Rousso keeps having accidents, and no one but her thinks it’s a coincidence. Could her checkered past be coming back to get her? Mason and Mann’s investigation takes them to the Bay Area, to the Central Coast, and – of course – to the hippest spots in Los Angeles. Will the Berkeley boho vibe convert Mann from vintage couture? Will the wine snobs of Ojai drive Mason to drink (or to vinicide, which isn’t even a thing)? More importantly, will they solve the mystery before the murderer’s sights settle on the detectives themselves, or will this new challenge also be their last?
Mason, a Gen Z adrenaline junkie, and Mann, an ex-con, ex-actress, and lawyer turned sleuth, have already solved one murder together. United by their commitment to sarcasm and general disappointment with the human race, they now face a second crime that’s way too close to home. Alexa Rousso keeps having accidents, and no one but her thinks it’s a coincidence. Could her checkered past be coming back to get her? Mason and Mann’s investigation takes them to the Bay Area, to the Central Coast, and – of course – to the hippest spots in Los Angeles. Will the Berkeley boho vibe convert Mann from vintage couture? Will the wine snobs of Ojai drive Mason to drink (or to vinicide, which isn’t even a thing)? More importantly, will they solve the mystery before the murderer’s sights settle on the detectives themselves, or will this new challenge also be their last?
When Natasha Mason’s AA sponsor is in deadly danger, she turns to the cranky yet brilliant Julia Mann for help, in this exciting new mystery novel from the USA Today bestselling author of One Death at a Time.
Mason, a Gen Z adrenaline junkie, and Mann, an ex-con, ex-actress, and lawyer turned sl...
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Andrea Romance
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July 26, 2026
This fast-paced and fun mystery is full of quirky characters. Unfortunately, I never adjusted to the fact that a character named Mason was female. The novel can be enjoyed even if you don't read the previous book, but you might prefer to read the series in order. Note that this book deals significantly with addiction issues. Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.
Paula Pugh
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July 22, 2026
A mystery to solve combined with some great humor. An AA sponsor is receiving scary notes and turns to one of her sponsees and her crime lawyer boss to take the case. A hazy past of drugs and petty crime follows the victim and might lead to the person writing the cryptic notes. A great read with many interesting characters. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of the book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
About the author
Abbi Waxman is a chocolate-loving, dog-loving, USA Today bestselling author who lives in Los Angeles. She has three daughters, three dogs, and three cats; and lies down as much as possible. She worked in advertising for many years, which is how she learned to write fiction.
Abbi Waxman is a chocolate-loving, dog-loving, USA Today bestselling author who lives in Los Angeles. She has three daughters, three dogs, and three cats; and lies down as much as possible. She worked in advertising for many years, which is how she learned to write fiction.
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