Fatal Fall Fest - A PTA Cozy Mystery (Part I)
Summary
Host Liz Sauer introduces her new cozy mystery novel, "Fatal Fall Fest," set in the quirky suburb of Woodland Hills. The episode reads the opening chapters, following protagonist Sloane Putnam as she navigates losing her job and getting drawn into the cutthroat elementary school PTA. Listeners are invited to suspend disbelief and explore the strange, potentially deadly world of suburban parent politics.
Topics discussed
Introduction and cozy mystery premise
Sloan's morning routine and encounter with Heather
Discovering the shop is closing and getting fired
Heather comforts Sloan and they drive to school
Arrival at school and meeting Emily and Lexi
Entering the library and PTA meeting setup
PTA meeting begins with Mia and agenda review
Jessica Martinez addresses paper waste concerns
Lexi's repetitive speech on Fall Fest volunteers
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