An Italian villa vacation turns deadly—Ms. Mia unmasks a cunning poisoner in this lighthearted cozy murder mystery. Ms. Mia joins her childhood friend for a sunny family getaway at a luxurious Veneto villa. But when a family member is poisoned, the idyllic retreat spirals into a maze of secrets and suspicion. Armed with wit, charm, and a glass of prosecco, Ms. Mia dives into the investigation to catch a killer before they strike again—because murder never takes a holiday! Thrilling Cozy Mystery: Classic murder mysteries with a bubbly spin—perfect for Agatha Christie fans craving clever plot twists. - Glamorous Italian Escape: Immerse yourself in Italy’s vineyards and villas, where suspense simmers amidst romance and intrigue. - Charming Amateur Sleuth: Ms. Mia solves crimes with humor, heart, and prosecco-fueled flair. - Addictive New Series: Fifth in the delightful Ms. Mia Murder Mysteries—binge the backlist now! Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie's Miss Marple and Donna Andrews's Meg Langslow, this fifth Ms. Mia Murder Mystery delivers charm, humor, and a classic murder mystery that will keep you guessing until the last sip. Preorder Ms. Mia and Murder at the Italian Villa now for your next glamorous mystery escape! What Readers say about Ms. Mia Murder Mysteries: "A very quick and sharp Miss Marple" - "I really enjoyed this book--great characters, intriguing plot, marvelous dialogue. Cannot wait for the next books to be in print version rather than just Kindle!" - "The author's descriptions are excellent and put me right there in with her." - "I could not put it down until I knew who the murderer was." - "Just finished Murder at the Grand Island Hotel...read from cover to cover...just could not put it down. Wonderfully written, could not guess "who done it." Lovely characters. Can hardly wait for the next in the series. Highly recommend!" Jennifer Branch weaves cozy mysteries with the vibrant flair of her watercolor paintings, inspired by her renowned ability to capture joyful scenes from the Georgia coast, Maine's rugged shores, Italy's ancient buildings, and exotic destinations worldwide.Her popular Ms. Mia Murder Mysteries series transports readers to luxurious, intrigue-filled resorts. Beginning with her debut, Ms. Mia and Murder at the Grand Island Hotel, set amid Georgia's enchanting Sea Islands, the series continues with Ms. Mia and Murder on Moose Isle on a remote Maine retreat, Ms. Mia and Murder at the Desert Sunrise Resort in a sun-drenched Southwest oasis, Ms. Mia and Murder at the Spinel Reef Resort in a tropical paradise, and the upcoming Ms. Mia and Murder at the Italian Villa, evoking the romance of the Veneto.As a modern landscape painter, Jennifer infuses her stories with vivid settings, inspired by her artist's eye. When she's not crafting suspenseful tales or painting, she explores coastal Georgia, Maine, and beyond alongside her husband, Roger, sons, Edwin and Owen, and their adventurous dogs, Scout and Sam-gathering fresh inspiration for the next breathtaking painting or story idea.Discover more Ms. Mia mysteries, exclusive art, and behind-the-scenes insights at www.JenniferBranch.com-join the adventure today!