Sweet Poison

Private investigator Savannah Reid takes on a case involving diet drugs and the murder of a popular doctor in Southern California. Her investigation leads her into the world of weight-loss clinics and pharmaceutical companies, where she uncovers dangerous secrets. The investigation becomes personal for Savannah as she confronts her own relationship with food and body image while pursuing leads. She must navigate through a complex web of suspects including rival doctors, disgruntled patients, and corporate executives. Reid partners with her police contact, Sergeant Dirk Coulter, as the body count rises and the stakes escalate. Her skills as a former police officer and her Georgia roots serve her well as she works to expose corruption in the diet industry. The novel examines society's obsession with thinness and the lengths people will go to achieve unrealistic body standards. Through its mystery plot, the book raises questions about medical ethics and corporate responsibility in the weight loss industry.

Readers found this to be a solid entry in the Savannah Reid mystery series, though not among the strongest. Many noted it maintains the familiar mix of investigation and personal relationships between characters. Likes: - Fast-paced second half once the mystery picks up - Return of popular side characters - Humorous dialogue between Savannah and Dirk - Food descriptions and recipes included Dislikes: - Slow start with too much focus on character relationships - Some found the mystery plot predictable - Less suspense compared to other books in series - A few readers noted editing errors Review Scores: Goodreads: 4.1/5 (1,200+ ratings) Amazon: 4.3/5 (85 reviews) Several readers specifically praised the interplay between main characters, with one Amazon reviewer noting "the banter between Savannah and Dirk keeps me coming back." Multiple Goodreads reviews mentioned the book works better for established series fans than new readers.

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🔍 G.A. McKevett is actually a pen name for Sonja Massie, who has written over 60 novels under various pseudonyms 🍪 The book is part of the Savannah Reid mystery series, featuring a Southern-born, plus-sized private detective who loves food and solving crimes 🌟 This particular installment (#16 in the series) explores the dark side of reality TV through a murder investigation at a weight-loss show 👗 The author drew inspiration for Savannah Reid's character from her own experiences as a plus-size woman and her rejection of society's unrealistic beauty standards 📚 The series has gained a loyal following partly because it tackles serious social issues while maintaining a cozy mystery atmosphere, with Savannah's love of Southern cooking and family values woven throughout