Still Life and Death is small town, cozy mystery at its best. I love the town, the interesting townspeople and the Shepherd sisters and their family. All the sisters have talents that help solve the mystery, but Savanna is the main sleuth. With the art background, she notices things even the police miss. I enjoy her unique perspective. This is a very twisted mystery with many odd suspects and unusual motives. Ms. Gardner still manages to provide a satisfying conclusion. The book kept my interest throughout the entire mystery.