Currying Death

Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thriller #11

by P.D. Workman

Death was on the menu

When a man is found dead under suspicious circumstances, assistant medical examiner Kenzie Kirsch steps in to unravel the mystery. With her sharp eye for detail, Kenzie suspects foul play and dives into a chilling investigation.

As Kenzie uncovers unexpected behavioral changes, mysterious health issues, and rising tensions in the victim's life, she realizes she's dealing with something far more sinister than natural causes.

Blending scientific rigor with suspense, Currying Death promises an enthralling journey through forensic science and human psychology that will keep you turning the pages until all is revealed.

Praise for Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thrillers

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This mesmerizing tale is sure to keep you up late reading “just one more chapter” until you come to the realization that you are not going to put this book down until you have finished the very last sentence.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I always look forward to another story in this series because the author consistently delivers timely, relevant stories peopled with believable characters that are convincingly human, complete with positive attributes as well as fears, foibles and flaws. Add in the riveting details of an assistant medical examiner’s work with the bodies of victims who succumbed to all manner of abuse, misfortune and violence, and you will invariably be in for a thrilling ride …

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ P.D. Workman never fails to deliver an intriguing mystery with plenty of thrills, drama, and unexpected twists that will hold your attention from start to finish. The characters are believable, with flaws and attributes that will endear them to the reader. The stories always have, at their heart, socially relevant topics that are explored with compassion, intelligence, and dignity.

Looking for a strong female lead in an engaging medical mystery? Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman brings you an up-and-coming Medical Examiner’s Assistant who is right up your alley.

Join Dr. Kenzie Kirsch as she uncovers mysteries, conspiracies, and thrills!

310 pages, Paperback

Published June 20, 2025

About the author

Award-winning Canadian author P.D. Workman has written over a hundred addictive page-turners featuring diverse and divergent sleuths, high-stakes investigations, and stories that linger long after the last page. Her books dive deep into characters’ minds while exploring timely social issues through fast-paced, emotionally charged plots. Readers praise her work for its powerful emotional truth combined with unputdownable suspense.

Shunning sleep, when Workman is not writing, formatting, or marketing, she’s probably running, reading, or spending time with her family.

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Reviews

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another mystery solved…

After being called out to an apartment where a person has passed away in their own bed, assistant medical examiner Kenzie Kirsch is a bit surprised to find the body of a much younger man than she had expected. When foul play cannot be ruled out, Kenzie’s investigation takes her and the police on a bumpy ride that includes multiple suspects, each with their own potential motives. The mystery deepens when one of those suspects suddenly disappears. I am always intrigued by Kenzie’s adventures because each story is so original and different from all her previous cases. Her world is filled with interesting characters that all have their own issues, interests, grievances, and personal foibles. For my money, this is a great series for anyone who loves a good mystery that offers plenty of detail to provide authenticity and hold your interest without extraneous violence, gore, or bad language. I am already looking forward to the next one.
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I was provided with an advance copy of this book, for which I thank the author, but I am sharing my honest and unbiased review on a completely voluntary basis.

[Sandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read from the brilliant P. D. Workman! As Kenzie investigates the death of a young man, she quickly finds something amiss. As always, the characters are well drawn and believable, the plot nice and twisty and the storytelling exceptional. Highly recommended! I enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next in the series. I received a complimentary copy of this book and chose to write a voluntary, unbiased review.

[Christmas Angel · Rating 4 out of 5]

A seemingly straight forward death turns into a tangled web of lies and murder with a list of characters that will keep you guessing all the way til the end. This is not you usual murder.
Recommended.

[Rosemary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Currying Death - a review by Rosemary Kenny.


This strangely titled mystery-thriller is Book 11 in PD Workman's great A Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thriller series.
Assistant Medical Examiner Kenzie is drawn into a web of duplicity after being called to examine a sudden death.
Her partner, PI Zachary Goldman is on another case...but are they linked?

Grab a copy of Curried Death to get to the root of this spicy crime-thriller... it's sure to grip you firmly by the imagination throughout!

[Kandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this series. The interactions between Kenzie and Zachary are always interesting as they hash out each other's cases. Never a dull moment. I flew through this book quickly so I could find out whodunnit. Can't wait to see what cases they will get next.

[Jeanineitsme · Rating 5 out of 5]

Currying Death by P.D. Workman is the 11th book in the Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thriller series, which can also be read as a standalone. Kenzie Kirsch, an assistant medical examiner, investigates the death of a young man in his home, accompanied by his girlfriend and roommate. Despite his recent illness, the cause of death remains unclear. The story explores the mystery behind his death and raises questions about future victims. The author's realistic writing style, including detailed medical terminology and descriptive language, makes the book engaging and enjoyable. I started reading this story and the pages just flew! Check out the series if you like clean writing without gore or steamy scenes. Make sure to check out her other series while you're at it!

[Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another installment in the Kenzie Kirsch series.

In this story, Kenzie gets wrapped up in a crazy death. There were so many twists and turns to this story, that I had no clue how it would end. This was thrilling to the very end.

I received this book as an advance copy, and these opinions are my own.

I absolutely love PD Workman! This book is no exception to her wonderful writing style, characters, and plot. I highly recommend this one.

[Phthon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a twisted case. An interesting one for Kenzie that is for sure! It is awesome that she enjoys her career so much. I can attest to it being less like work and more stimulating. I was also very worried for Zachary, so many triggers for him…yet he handled them better than usual! That is progress. I love this series and enjoy each book!

[Jackie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing reason to read this book. Kenzie is on the job again with a suspicious death. Will she be able to find out the truth in time. Full of suspense and secrets that will grip you from the beginning to the end.

[T Olsen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another entertaining book by this author, with the usual mix of mystery and human problems. Great characters, good plot and a story that's easy and entertaining to read.