A Perfect Murder in Las Vegas

Tiffany Black Mysteries #8

by A.R. Winters

A Cupcakes-And-Crime Caper

Everyone thinks Samantha Wells died of natural causes. Everyone, except Tiffany and Ian, whom Samantha called the night before, complaining about death threats.

Could this really have been the perfect murder?

Tiffany must juggle her pushy parents, "helpful" Nanna, and blossoming love-life, all while trying to track down wacky suspects and enjoying a cupcake or two for energy.

"Winters will have you giggling into your book!"

Praise for A.R. Winters:

"You fall in love with Tiffany Black from the start, and the mystery starts immediately" - Melissa Greenberg, Amazon.com Top 500 Reviewer

"The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com

"A great mystery wrapped in humor and surprises." - Amazon Customer

Genres: Mystery, Cozy Mystery

153 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 19, 2017

About the author

A.R. Winters is a cozy mystery writer who loves writing about crazy characters and vibrant locations. And food, lots of delicious food!

When not writing, A.R. Winters is usually busy eating too much cake...

You can also find her on Facebook

Reviews

[Jerri Cachero]

When Tiffany Black gets a phone call, from prospective client Samantha Wells, she's happy for the business for her fledgling private investigation firm. Samantha tells Tiffany that she has been receiving death threats and before Tiffany and her business partner, Ian, can meet with her - Samantha dies a suspicious death.

The two P.I.'s have to wade through a cheating spouse, employees and volunteers who hated Samantha and continue the search for the elusive, gorgeous and dangerous, Stone.

I enjoy this series because the characters are relatable and wonderfully flawed. Both Tiffany and Ian are likable and with the addition of feisty Nanna to the team, life will never be boring!

I recommend starting at the beginning of the series so you can watch the characters develop. Oh, and be sure to have plenty of cupcakes handy while you're reading!

[Vivian]

Tiffany's latest client is a wealthy socialite who is receiving death threats. Before Tiffany can even meet with her, she gets murdered. It turns out she was thoroughly unlikeable so there are many suspects to choose from. The majority of the story involves the solving of the crime, which I found to be a bit dry and I struggled to get through. There is very little mention of the mystery that is "Stone" and also very little about her new love interest, Ryan. I happen to like those elements added to a story. I have realized that I liked the earlier books in the series much better when Jack was part of the action. This just wasn't a book I would knock myself out to purchase.

[Elaine Lucky]

Tiff gets a call from a woman who is getting telephone death threats. She's rich, moody, & sits on a museum board. Setting out the next day to meet her, Tiff & Ian are surprised to find Detective Elwood instead and the woman dead. Seemingly killed by falling object from the earthquake the night before Det. Elwood closes the case. Not satisfied, Tiff & Ian investigate finding suspects among the woman's house staff, husband, board members, & artists. Gathering information to prove murder keeps them busy. Along the way Nanna & Wes are back to live in Vegas part time and Nanna wants to help. Tiff has another date with Ryan which is going well until she spots Stone. Still in hiding he comes out to ask for Tiff's help. There's still that zing there and I can't wait to find out what happens next.

[Troy]

I found "A Perfect Murder in Las Vegas" to be a rather average effort in book #8 of the Tiffany Black series from AR Winters. The "perfect murder" storyline attempted to get you to look at the spouse as the primary suspect with the main motive but it was developed thinly enough for you to not fully buy into it. On a positive note, the pace of the tale moves quickly and Winters character development of casino employee/part-time investigator Black and her interesting neighbor/investigator partner Ian. Not too much development on a reocurring secondary storyline involving Tiffany's mysterious friend Stone, but it looks like it may become more prevalent in the next book in the series.

[Nikki]

Book 8/32 in the Tiffany Black Mysteries series.

In this edition, Tiffany is contacted by a woman who is getting death threats. She makes an appointment to go and meet with the woman, however an earthquake happens and the woman is found dead in her home supposedly from some items that fell on her during the earthquake. Tiffany and her partner Ian think it is something more sinister and investigate the death of the woman and unveil all sorts of secrets people are hiding.

[Richard Cowart]

Tiffany receives a call from a client who is receiving threating phone calls and the next day when Ian and her went to see her she was dead. The LVPD ruled it an accidental death but Tiffany did not believe and got the victems sister to hire her. The victem had a lot of people who did not like so there is a lot of suspects. Stone showed up while Tiffany was on date to complicate things. Great reading with humor and romance mixed into a mystery

[Lynette K]

This book was okay. It’s another book in a series that tends to be light hearted and not very deep.

Tiffany is back working with Ian. It’s another case where they really don’t solve anything. It’s hilarious how they question people over and over and still only luck into the guilty person either confessing, trying to kill them or both.

It’s a silly series but it’s nice to give my brain a break every once in a while.

[annette jordan]

Good series

This is a good series. I like the characters, and their quirky ness . Having said that, for me, this was not one of the better ones. This felt rushed, and more of a setup for the next book. The mystery was ok, but again too rushed,with no real development of the suspects,or victim. Skip this one, and go to the next one in the series.

[Avis Hammond]

good family style mystery

I like each book, and I’m about to start book #8. Questions: why is Tiffany not paying Alan for his assistance? And why does he not have enough of a monthly allowance from his trust to get a vacuum cleaner, nor at least go on a weekend getaway? Not believable enough. Please round out storylines better. Thanks’

[Debra Chiaro]

Quick and Fun Read!

Really enjoying this series! Cupcakes or no cupcakes, Tiffany and Ian squirrel their way through the suspects and sometimes end up in great danger. However, their way of investigating generally takes every one by surprise. Plus Tiffany's Nanna tends to try to help but often ends up getting them into trouble. Can't wait till the next book.

[Selena]

Love this series

I love the writing and story! So funny keeps you guessing and only once was I able to figure out the killer and it wasn't this book each time I thought I had I was wrong I love that she can keep me in my toes! When Nanna comes in its just all kinds of laughs!!

[Robin Resch]

Not all things are due to nature

When Tiffany gets hold of an idea she doesn't let it go until she has an answer. Tiffany is someone you want in your corner of you ever need help. Could be a stand-alone.

[Debi]

This is the first time that I have figured everything out before the end. Now I must skip a book because I cannot pay $5 for a book at the moment. It's quite ridiculous that a 20+ book series is available on Kindle Unlimited except for a single book.

[Lucy McCabe]

a perfect murder in Las Vegas

I have now read 8 of her books. And I will be starting the next one shortly. Keeps you guessing all the way to the end. Love the humor also. Tiffany’s family cracks me up

[Barbara Hand]

A.R. Winters

Another light book in the Tiffany Black Mystery series. Enjoyable as usual. Love the character Nanna. Also the cha of Ian.

[Shannon]

Slight improvement

Better than the last few, but still not great. The writing could still use a loot of work, and the story is all over the place. What guy are we rooting for here?

[Elisa]

Tiffany is back with another great mystery and of course loads of cupcakes.

[Linda Susan Buerkett]

Linda boring

Not nearly as good as her other books but you're bound to have a lemon once in a while. I skipped some of the book and went to the end.

[Thereadingbell]

Tiffany Black gets a phone call by Samantha Wells a prospective client about death threats she is receiving. As Ian and Tiffany head over to meet with Mrs. Wells the client is dead. Tiffany interviews everybody to get to the bottom of the case. Tiffany like always finds herself in trouble. It was another good read and it is a must read to find out who killed Mrs. Wells. She is not liked at all she has been mean to a particular artist will Tiffany get to the bottom of the case or will a killer get away.

[Virginia B]

Love the Characters

Enjoyed the characters and the locations. The plot was full of twists. Have enjoyed all of the books in the series.

[JadeShea]

This one was okay. I feel like the story just keeps repeating the same things. It's getting a little frustrating.

[Marcia J Field]

Fun mysteries

I have been enjoying this mysteries series. They have some humor along with the mystery. The characters are so much fun.

[Ellen]

I enjoy reading about Tiffany and Ian solving cases together. How will she help Stone? Will her Nanna help her on other cases?

[Darinda]

The 8th book in the Tiffany Black mystery series. Humorous and light cozy mystery.

[Tabi34]

Fun read

This is a fun read. Nothing deep, just a cozy little mystery. It's light-hearted and perfect as a before bed time read.

[Savanna]

4.5 ⭐️ #8 in the series ... picking up steam again in this one after book 6-7 lost a little. Love the characters and the humor they bring.

[doris]

Percy murder in law Vegas by at winters

Love her style of humorous mystery writer been following tiffany black story from beginning good to c nana back into the fray of things ! Love her wacky family and of course Ian and stone and new man Ryan can't wait to see how she is able to help stone out and the mysterious guy he knew from Afghanistan

[Kathleen Dominique]

Excellent series. I have enjoyed reading the adventures and misadventures of Tiffany and Ian and Stone

Excellent and fun to read. Great cozy sit down stories. I am Hoping to continue the series as soon as it becomes available to me

[Linda Quick]

This is a fun mystery that fans of the genre will love. Tiffany gets called by a client who is being threatened. When she shows up for her appointment, the woman is dead from what the police believe is just a tragic circumstance. Tiffany and sidekick Ian decide her death needs to be investigated. Add in the cupcake obsession, Tiffany's attempts to date a police officer, and random Stone sightings and you have all the ingredients for a delightful novel and fun novel.

While this is a stand alone novel, you will enjoy it so much more if you've read the prior books in the series.

[Ruel]

I am in love with the Tiffany Black series! I thoroughly enjoy A. R. Winters writing and this book was no different! A Perfect Murder in Las Vegas was full of fun, excitement, mystery, and a dash of romance!! Tiffany and Ian are busy solving cases and eating cupcakes, while Nanna is as funny and spirited as ever! This book (and others from the series) is fun and lighthearted, but also a great mystery! A definite must for those who enjoy a humorous mystery!!