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Will Thea find the murderer before he finds her?

Antique dealer Thea James acquires a vintage vase with a list of familiar names tucked inside. At first, she is just curious, but when one woman listed lies in a coma after a freak accident and a second woman mysteriously disappears, Thea gets nervous. Then gets involved, because...          Thea's name is next!

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   Published by Kregel Publications - ISBN 0825425379 – $11.99 – Click —here to purchase!

  What are others saying about A Vase of Mistaken Identity?

Reviews:
"Cathy Elliott has created a wonderful setting in the fictional Larkindale. It’s  a small town with a vibrant downtown district – Curly’s Miner Diner and Babbling Book are just two of the wonderfully named businesses -- and a believable if somewhat eccentric group of residents. Our heroine is a klutz,   a bit of a slob and ‘fraidy cat but Thea is an absolute gem. Thea’s “mum” is another terrific character -- an Italian-American Anglophile who prefers tea to coffee and occasionally lapses into a British accent. A Vase of Mistaken Identity is a cracking good read!"
—Diana Vicker, Librarian: The Cozy Library

“Cathy Elliott’s debut novel is a delightfully entertaining read, in the genre of ‘cosy mystery.’ Her characters are quirky and humorous, and several times I found myself laughing out loud at her protagonist’s crazy antics and self-talk. I could relate with amusement to moments such as when the police investigate a break-in at Thea’s cottage, and she allows them to believe her home was ransacked rather than admit to a case of bad housekeeping! …A thoroughly enjoyable and light-hearted read and I very much hope that we hear more from the wonderful town of Larkindale and its unforgettable characters.”
—Rachel Koopmans, Reviewer for CB Reviews, Faithwebbin’

"A Vase of Mistaken Identity is a classic cozy mystery. Thea is a delightful heroine and follows clues in a logical manner. But the nice thing is her realness. I leave clean laundry piles out on occasion and have been known to chase down my cat in my slippers. I love her kindness toward the homeless guy too. The setting is quaint; I would love to visit her shop!"
Linda Mae Baldwin, Reviewer: The Road to Romance

"If you're looking for a delicious suspense mystery with quirky, realistic characters and a page-turning plot, don't miss Elliott's A Vase of Mistaken Identity."
Gloria Mareschal, livinglightnews.org

Author Endorsements:
“If you like a little cozy with your mystery, you will LOVE Cathy Elliott's new novel, A Vase of Mistaken Identity. Her sense of humor is...killer, in only good ways, of course. This book is absolutely charming. I loved it!”
—Roxanne Henke, award-winning author of the Coming Home to Brewster series and The Secret of Us

“A perfect rainy-day read. You'll want to curl up with a cup of tea in an antique china cup as you enter this cozy small-town mystery full of quirky characters, witty asides and a plucky, messy, and very-real heroine named Thea! A delightful debut.”
—Laura Jensen Walker, award-winning author of Miss Invisible

“Including quirky characters, an intriguing mystery, and a hometown to check the price of real estate, Vase of Mistaken Identity is a gentle page-turner for cozy nights and wispy days. Elliott has crafted a charmer!”
—Cindy Martinusen, Christy Award nominated author of Eventide

"A delightful read! Cathy Elliott's novel, A Vase of Mistaken Identity, forced me to breathlessly flip through the pages, not only because of the interesting mystery but also due to the lovable Thea James who felt like my newest best friend. Unique characters, humor, intrigue, and a "someone special" round off this cozy read. I can't wait to tell all my friends about this book, and I'm eager for more from this new and upcoming author!"
—Tricia Goyer, award-winning author of A Valley of Betrayal