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Sick of shadows

by Sharyn McCrumb (1989)

About this book

Eccentric Eileen Chandler is all set to be married, but someone wants the vows stopped before they are started. Murder has made an uninvited appearance before the wedding and no one in the crazy wedding party is above suspicion.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreSick of shadows Lead Character

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