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The Witless Protection Program

A Catering Hall Mystery

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The Witless Protection Program

By: Maria DiRico
Narrated by: Devon Sorvari
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Mia Carina has steered her Italian-American family's Astoria, Queens catering hall into becoming the borough's premiere party site, and nothing could make her happier—except her boyfriend proposing. There's just one presumed-dead obstacle in the way.

A strong, independent woman and respected entrepreneur, Mia never imagined she'd pine for a marriage proposal. Yet lately, with her beloved Shane, she's on tenterhooks. It's especially surprising, considering Mia's first husband, Adam, was a philandering grifter, assumed lost-at-sea after a boating disaster. But everyone knows what happens when you assume.

While working a huge wedding expo in Manhattan, Mia is shocked to spot the man who nearly destroyed her life. The one who's supposed to be sleeping with the fishes. But she loses him in the crowd. And when it happens again the next day, it's time for an emergency meeting with the family-and the Family. Because if Adam is alive, Mia is still married.

Everyone wants Adam dead. Everyone except Mia. She's dealt with enough police for a lifetime. Mia needs to be a divorcee, not a widow. But someone out there disagrees, and if Mia doesn't discover who, she may never be free to marry Shane.

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Critic reviews

"Several fun subplots, not to mention an incredible cast of characters. Normally I'd worry about telling them apart, but DiRico manages to give each a strong identity, starting with our lead, Mia the Magnificent. Yes, it's the fifth book in the series, but feel free to jump in. You won't regret it." —First Clue Review

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The weddings seem like it would happen and then it does with a bang. Can't wait for the next book.

Can't wait.

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I wish this were a 25 book series! I love the writing, the narration, everything!

So good!

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I love how the author intertwines a mystery plot with Mia's love life, her business, and New York City Italian culture. It's a delightful romp of a story that kept me guessing, made me laugh, and made me cry.

Laugh Out Loud Funny

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I have loved this entire series. A nice cozy Murder mystery full of fun, laughs, and family.

Another great one

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Fun book and a great one to end the series with. Returning characters help create the wedding of the century and keep the laughs coming. An unexpected murder that makes everyone a suspect, along with creative wedding planning, keeps this story exciting & hilarious. The narration is excellent. If I wrote a book, I would hire her to read it.

Excellent narration

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