Death by the Light of the Moon Paperback - 1995

First line

"Driver," Caron said, somehow managing to combine the imperiousness of a dowager with the poutiness of a thwarted toddler, "I demand that you stop this car right now.

From the rear cover

Praise for the" Claire Malloy Mystery Series
"A worthy issue; a few eccentrics; lots of ill-advised forays into danger; and a blithe heroine whose ironic reflections often produce a chuckle. Of special interest to dedicated animal-lovers." --"Kirkus Reviews on "Roll Over and Play Dead "Hess again provides lively and diverting entertainment via her brash and articulate detective."
--"Publishers Weekly on "Roll Over and Play Dead "Witty, ironic, and biting...Joan Hess has an unerring comedic instinct."-"Bookpage
"Joan Hess fans will find a winning blend of soft-core feminism, trendy subplots, and a completely irreverent style that characterizes both series and the sleuth, all nicely onstage."-"Houston Chronicle "Breezy and delightful...Claire Malloy is one of the most engaging narrators in mystery."
-"The Drood Review "Whether she's hammering my funny bone or merely passing a feather beneath my nose, Joan Hess always makes me laugh. Murder only raises Joan Hess's wicked sense of humor. Enjoy!"-Margaret Maron, author of" Storm Track
"Definitely entertaining. Hess deftly sprinkles red herrings and odd characters throughout."-"Library Journal on "The Murder at the Mimosa Inn ""Dear Miss Demeanor is great fun...Hess's poniard is tipped with subtle wit."
-"Chicago Sun Times "Hess's theme is a serious one, but she handles it with wit. Claire is an appealing character, and this is an engaging mystery for anyone who likes crime mixed with comedy."-"Booklist on "Roll Over and Play Dead
"Hess's style-that of a more worldly Erma Bombeck-rarely flags. Amiable entertainment with an edge."-"Kirkus Reviews "Joan Hess is one funny woman."-Susan Dunlap
"Joan Hess is the funniest mystery writer to come down the pipe since England's incomparable Pamela Branch. And oh, how well Joan writes."-Carolyn G. Hart

From the jacket flap

Praise for the" Claire Malloy Mystery Series
"A worthy issue; a few eccentrics; lots of ill-advised forays into danger; and a blithe heroine whose ironic reflections often produce a chuckle. Of special interest to dedicated animal-lovers." --"Kirkus Reviews on "Roll Over and Play Dead "Hess again provides lively and diverting entertainment via her brash and articulate detective."
--"Publishers Weekly on "Roll Over and Play Dead "Witty, ironic, and biting...Joan Hess has an unerring comedic instinct."-"Bookpage
"Joan Hess fans will find a winning blend of soft-core feminism, trendy subplots, and a completely irreverent style that characterizes both series and the sleuth, all nicely onstage."-"Houston Chronicle "Breezy and delightful...Claire Malloy is one of the most engaging narrators in mystery."
-"The Drood Review "Whether she's hammering my funny bone or merely passing a feather beneath my nose, Joan Hess always makes me laugh. Murder only raises Joan Hess's wicked sense of humor. Enjoy!"-Margaret Maron, author of" Storm Track
"Definitely entertaining. Hess deftly sprinkles red herrings and odd characters throughout."-"Library Journal on "The Murder at the Mimosa Inn ""Dear Miss Demeanor is great fun...Hess's poniard is tipped with subtle wit."
-"Chicago Sun Times "Hess's theme is a serious one, but she handles it with wit. Claire is an appealing character, and this is an engaging mystery for anyone who likes crime mixed with comedy."-"Booklist on "Roll Over and Play Dead
"Hess's style-that of a more worldly Erma Bombeck-rarely flags. Amiable entertainment with an edge."-"Kirkus Reviews "Joan Hess is one funny woman."-Susan Dunlap
"Joan Hess is the funniest mystery writer to come down the pipe since England's incomparable Pamela Branch. And oh, how well Joan writes."-Carolyn G. Hart