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White House Chef mystery seriesState of the Onion January, 2008 Berkley Prime Crime Mass Market Paperback ISBN: 0425218694 ISBN-13: 978-0425218693 Pre-order now Never let them see you sweat -- that's White House Assistant Chef Olivia Paras's motto, which is pretty hard to honor in the most important kitchen in the world. She's hell-bent on earning her dream job, Executive Chef. There's just one thing: her nemesis is vying for it, too. Well, that and the fact that an elusive assassin wants to see her fry... The highly-trained Secret Service agents couldn't do it. Snipers swarming the White House grounds were no help. Only Ollie Paras was able to stop the intruder-hitting him with a frying pan. She'd like to wash her hands of the whole thing, but after she witnesses a murder, there's no going back... Ollie's Secret Service boyfriend warns her that the killer is a world-class assassin. And Ollie's the only person alive who can recognize him. Still, guilt propels her to investigate, even if it means putting herself -- and her relationship-in hot water... What They're Saying"I loved this culinary thriller: topical, timely, intriguing. Julie Hyzy simmers a unique setting, strong characters, sharp conflict, and snappy plotting into a peppery blend that packs an unusual wallop. Hyzy's research into the backstage kitchen secrets of the White House gives this series a special savor that will make you hungry for more." ~ Susan Wittig Albert, national bestselling author of Nightshade
"From terrorists to truffles, mystery writer Julie Hyzy concocts a sumptuous, breathtaking thriller." ~ Nancy Fairbanks, author of Turkey Flambé
"The pulse-pounding action, appealing heroine, and inner workings of the White House kitchen combine for a stellar adventure in Julie Hyzy's delightful State of the Onion." ~ Carolyn Hart, author of Dead Days of Summer
"Exciting and delicious! While trying to prepare for a State Dinner, Assistant Chef Olivia Paras is being stalked by an assassin. Full of heart-racing thrills and mouth-watering food, this is a total sensual delight. " ~ Linda Palmer, author of Kiss of Death
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