All Washed Up — Joanna Campbell Slan

Half-drowned immigrants. A dead store owner. An attempt on a woman's life. Despite all this, shop owner Cara Mia Delgatto still tries to do what's right by returning a vintage Lilly Pulitzer to its original owner. As a result, she risks everything-- including her son's life. With a plot echoing the weighty decisions of today, and a revelation that lays bare the intrigues our nation's most exclusive town, All Washed Up is a fast-paced, clean read, that sparkles with a cast of strong women. As an amateur sleuth, Cara Mia proves her courage. As a woman friend, she's without equal. And as a crime-solving granddaughter, she's not afraid to back up her grandfather when he's in a tight spot, because that's what women do...we take care of those we love. In this third book in the series, Cara's romantic problems come to a nasty head, while her relationship with her sister grows more toxic. But throughout all the drama, Cara proves herself to be a woman you can count on in a tough situation. Of course, you can also count on her to come up with yummy recipes and terrific ideas for recycling.