Death Gets a Time-Out - (Mommy-Track Mystery) by Ayelet Waldman (Paperback)

About the Book

When public defender-turned stay-at-home-mom Juliet Applebaum is asked by her old friend, a now-famous actress, for help in clearing her brother's name after he's accused of murder, Juliet must face the disturbing possibility that her friend may have played a role in the crime.

Book Synopsis

Between juggling lunchboxes, piano lessons, and baby-sitters, public defender turned stay-at-home mom Juliet Applebaum promises to help her famous friend clear her brother's name of murder. But what will she do when she begins to suspect her friend may not be as innocent as she seems?

Review Quotes

"Arguably the best of Waldman's mysteries."--Long Island Press

"A perky, enthusiastic, and infectious read."--Library Journal

"A funny, quick-witted protagonist."--Houston Chronicle

About the Author

Ayelet Waldman currently lives with her writer-husband Michael Chabon and four children.