{"product_id":"9780738750781","title":"The Madness of Mercury","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMercury retrograde wreaks havoc on astrologer Julia Bonatti\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSan Francisco astrologer Julia Bonatti’s life is turned upside down when she becomes the target of the city’s newest cult leader, Reverend Roy of the Prophet’s Tabernacle. Driven out of her apartment in the midst of a disastrous Mercury retrograde period, she takes shelter with a client who’s caring for two elderly aunts. One aunt appears stricken with dementia and the other has fallen under the spell of the Reverend Roy. To add to the confusion, a young man claiming to be a long-lost nephew arrives. The longer he stays, the more dangerous things become. Is the young man truly a member of the family? Can astrology confirm that? Julia’s not sure, but one thing she does know is that Mercury wasn’t merely the messenger of the gods—he was a trickster and a liar as well.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePraise:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\"This smartly written debut from di Marco sets the stage for a promising series.\"—\u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\"Di Marco's series starter features a clever plot and a smart and feisty heroine with feet firmly planted on the ground while she searches the stars.\"—\u003cem\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\"For astrology fans that enjoy a good read, \u003cem\u003eThe Madness of Mercury\u003c\/em\u003e provides an entertaining escape.\"—\u003cem\u003eDell Horoscope\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003eDanger figures in the stars for Julia, along with mixed astrological energies, some wolves in sheep's clothing and an amiable stranger with a down-under accent.\"—\u003cem\u003eBookPage\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\"Connie di Marco begins a fascinating new series . . . The writing is clever and compelling and the protagonist is smart and gutsy. The villains are seriously sinister and the darkly intricate plot will keep you turning the pages.\"—Kate Carlisle, \u003cem\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/em\u003ebestselling author\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Connie di Marco blends real-life tragedy, heart-rending betrayal, loyal friends, and the kindness of strangers in this fast-paced, entertaining read.\"—Leslie Budewitz, two-time Agatha Award-winning author of the Seattle Spice Shop Mysteries\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\"The stars may not align for the unlucky characters in \u003cem\u003eThe Madness of Mercury\u003c\/em\u003e, but they certainly do for readers who discover this book. An astrologer with her eyes on her charts and her feet planted firmly on the ground, Julia Bonatti is an original sleuth, juggling astrological readings with a mysterious death and a Jim Jones-like cult leader. Dark wit and darker motivations unite to create a satisfying read.\"—Kim Fay, Edgar Award-finalist for \u003cem\u003eThe Map of Lost Memories\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\"A great read is in the stars! With the Zodiac Mysteries, Connie di Marco gives us a bright and interesting heroine and a mystery with plenty of twists and turns. Lots of action and well-written suspense equal good fortune for readers.\"—Casey Daniels, author of \u003cem\u003eGraveyard Shift\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"An enjoyable read.\"—\u003cem\u003eReviewing the Evidence\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Llewellyn Worldwide, LTD.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47126902636784,"sku":"9780738750781","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780738750781_p0.jpg?v=1763625343","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780738750781","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}