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Madeline Bean, caterer to the stars, is in the middle of the biggest job of her career. She and her partner Wesley have pulled off Hollywood's most outrageous A-list Halloween party for notorious producer Bruno Huntley, complete with an eerie fortuneteller who is astonishingly accurate, and exotic food that's to die for. Before long, Bruno is thrashing and writhing out on the dance floor. Just one problem: he's not standing up, And soon, he's not even breathing.

The newly late Mr. Huntley was poisoned, that's certain. But the number of suspects with a yen to send Bruno to the devil could fill an audition for extras in the next Quentin Tarantino flick. When Wesley is arrested for the murder because of a long-standing dispute with the maniacal mogul, Madeline knows he couldn't be guilty. But to prove it, she has to wade through the muck of a mudslinging family, outrun a pair of crazed canines, dodge a pair of well-aimed bullets, and expose a slew of secrets that could put a soap opera to shame. Somebody's cooked up a murder, and it's up to Madeline to find out who--before she faces a fadeout of her own.

About the Author

Jerrilyn Farmer, the author of seven acclaimed, award-winning Madeline Bean novels, is a TV writer who has written for game shows such as Jeopardy! and Supermarket Sweep, and sketch comedy specials for Dana Carvey, Jon Lovitz, Timothy Stack, Cheri Oteri, Tim Meadows, and others. Farmer also teaches mystery writing at the UCLA Extension's Writers Program. She lives in Southern California.

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5.0 out of 5 stars fun mystery, great characters, Oct 24 2002

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This review is from: Sympathy For The Devil Mm (Mass Market Paperback)

Madeline Bean runs a catering business with her friend Wesley and, in a town where buzz means everything, things are just beginning to take off. Their success comes to an abrupt halt, however, when Bruno Huntley -- an abusive and powerful producer, their latest client and the "devil" of the title -- dies a gruesome death at the soiree they're catering for him and his closest 600 associates. When Wesley is considered the number one suspect by the LAPD, Madeline is determined to clear her friend.

I read a fair number of mysteries, and this was the first in a long while that didn't leave me dissatisfied. The wisecracking narrative voice of Madeline Bean was unique and really fun; it was a kick to have the action taking place amid the Hollywood jet set; it was entertaining to have the author talk and tell about food; and the mystery was actually interesting and not transparent. The operative word here is fun, and even though Jerrilynn Farmer writes in a breezy way, her characters have depth and the plot is interesting. I'll definitely read more by this author.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!!!, April 28 2002

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This review is from: Sympathy For The Devil Mm (Mass Market Paperback)

I bought this book looking for a new mystery series. I had high hopes based on the other reviews. This book exceeded my expectations. Madeline Bean is smart and funny. Holly is hysterical and Wesley reminds me of my best friend. I am looking forward to reading Ms. Farmer's next book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Move over, Janet Evanovich. Jerrilyn Farmer is here!, April 9 2002

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I happened upon this author by accident when I was drawn to the fun cover of her latest book, DIM SUM DEAD. I loved it, read it in about three hours, and then ran out for more by Farmer. Turns out SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL was her first, and what a hoot! Madeline is catering an over-the-top Hollywood Halloween party when the host gets poisoned. Madeline can't let anyone think it was her food, so she sets out to find the killer among a hilarious crowd of party guests. That's all I'll tell you. Read this book for a truly fun time...and look forward to more from this talented author. I've already got my husband and oldest daughter hooked. (Farmer's also got out IMMACULATE RECEPTION and KILLER WEDDING.) Can't wait for what's next!

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1.0 out of 5 stars Bravo...
...to anyone who actually finished this book. Listen, it's not the worst book I've ever read, but it's certainly not worth the time, either. Read more

Published on April 4 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Debut
In the middle of the biggest party of Madeline's catering career, the host drops over, dead. Bruno Huntley had no shortage of enemies, including his own family. Read more

Published on Aug 29 2001 by Mark Baker