Book #1 in the Brewing Trouble Mystery series: An all-new mystery series set in a Pittsburgh craft brew pub, featuring a brewmaster with a head for sleuthing.

The Allegheny Brew House is a dream come true for Maxine "Max" O'Hara, who went all the way to Germany for her brewmaster certification, and is now preparing to open her own craft brew pub in a newly revitalized section of Pittsburgh. But before she can start pouring stouts and lagers to thirsty throngs, there's trouble on tap. Suspicious acts of sabotage culminate in Max finding her assistant brewmaster and chef Kurt Schmidt strangled in one of the vats.

Between rescuing a stray gray tabby she names Hops and considering a handsome ex-hockey player as her new chef, Max doesn't have a lot of time to solve a murder. But with a homicide detective for a dad, she comes to criminal investigation naturally. And if someone is desperate enough to kill to stop her from opening, Max needs to act fast - before her brand-new brew biz totally tanks...

My Review: This is a fun first book in a cozy mystery series. I love the main character, she's not wimpy or whiny. I'm looking forward to reading more in this fun series.

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This was in a box of mysteries that JennyC1230 surprised me with. I know I will enjoy this one, perhaps over a beer as I read. I do enjoy a good Dogfish Head 60 minute IPA. =) Thank you!

First in a series and new to me author. I really enjoyed the story. The main character, Max, is strong and smart. Her business is a fun one for me to read about. Looking forward to reading the rest of the series!!

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