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Overview

White House executive chef Ollie Paras has to put her own interests on the back burner when a kindly electrician is electrocuted to death, and the First Lady's nephew dies in an apparent suicide less than 24 hours after cleaning shrimp with Ollie. Ollie suspects something fishy is going on. She-ll have to watch her back-and find a killer unlikely to be pardoned.

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Ollie is the new White House executive chef. She and her staff are busy preparing Thanksgiving dinner for the president and first lady and gearing up for a busy holiday season during a time of much tumult at the White House. A fake bomb is found, causing a White House evacuation and a Secret Service investigation. Soon after, the White House electrician is electrocuted while restoring power to the Red Room. The First Lady is being pressured by her three partners to sell a successful, philanthropic business, Zendy, started by their fathers. Sean, the President's nephew and First Lady's business advisor regarding Zendy, is found dead, an apparent suicide. Ollie is accosted and almost abducted on her way home one evening. Everyone is under suspicion. There is a lot of action, and Ollie seems to be in the thick of it. This second Ollie Paras mystery stands on its own. Hyzy cooks up a thoroughly enjoyable, fluffy mystery, with all the right ingredients. The diverse characters are crisp, the dialogue is natural, and the descriptions bring the reader vividly into the White House during the holidays. The story takes place over one week, and the action simmers. The suspense is palpable, and the conclusion will satisfy any palate. An appendix includes appetizer recipes. The writing, although not simple, is suitable for seventh grade and older. Put this adult-marketed book on the menu for teens to savor. Reviewer: Ed Goldberg
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This action-packed novel is a fun read. The setting provides an interesting background, although the story line is predictable. A bit simplified and exaggerated, the novel appeals to a broad audience by combining cooking with bombs. The theme of listening to your intuition and trusting yourself incorporates a serious message in this entertaining novel. The writing style is geared toward older teens while the uncomplicated plot line is enjoyable for everyone, especially following an election year. Reviewer: Liza M. David, Teen Reviewer

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780425224991
  • Publisher: Penguin Group (USA) Incorporated
  • Publication date: 12/2/2008
  • Format: Mass Market Paperback
  • Pages: 336
  • Sales rank: 115,916
  • Series: White House Chef Mystery Series , #2
  • Product dimensions: 4.10 (w) x 6.70 (h) x 1.10 (d)

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 17, 2008

    intriguing whodunit

    A great follow up to her first book State of the Onion!! After reading the first book, I couldn't wait for the second, Hail to the Chef...now I can't wait for the third! Wonderful characters, behind the scenes look at the kitchen of the White House, drama, mystery, humor...a great combination.

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  • Posted June 23, 2011

    I heart it?~

    1 awesome book never gets boring some books you really have a hard time focusing on in tthe begining but not yhis 1 and totally worth tha money

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  • Posted September 4, 2010

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    Another 5 star book

    If you like your mysteries cozy, then this series is for you. The characters, setting, and recipes can't be beat. I'm buying the next book in the series immediately!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 14, 2010

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    I really enjoyed this one

    I just started reading Julie Hyzy earlier this week with her first White House Chef book, that book was so good that as soon as I finished it I went and bought this one. This one was just as good as the first one, if not better. I love the characters and love the unique setting the books take place in. Can't wait to read the third book in this series.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 1, 2010

    Great Series

    This is a new-discovered series for me, and once I started one book I had to immediately read all three. I love the main characters in the series. These are great weekend books, frequently laugh out loud funny, and hard to put down. I am sure DC and the White House will supply enough intrigue, security risks and overly ambitious antagonists for the series to last a while. The beind-the-scenes looks at preparations for White House events is worth a read in itself.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 10, 2010

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    Interesting and Tasty

    Executive Chef Ollie Paras leads the reader through the halls of the White House into a world few of us will ever see. The details of the east wing and protocols that are followed are an interesting insider view of the people's house. The story line has some twists and turns, but is at the same time a comfortable read. It's the perfect book to curl up and read in front of the fireplace. While most of the characters seem realistic, I find it very hard to believe that she and her boyfriend, who also works at the White House, have successfully kept their relationship secret for over a year. Maybe in the next book they'll be found out and can be open about their relationship.

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  • Posted September 8, 2009

    Hail to the Chef is a fast moving sequel to White House chef, Ollie, who can really stir up a pot of trouble!

    Highly amusing and great action mystery with a dash of newly introduced characters. A must read for suspense readers!

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  • Posted June 22, 2009

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    You'll enjoy the executive chef ollie

    this was just as good as state of the onion. recipes were great to try. can't wait for book 3.

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  • Posted April 19, 2009

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    Fantastic read!

    A classic "who dunnit", filled with enough new info. on the workings of the White House, (fact or fiction),, to keep even the most jaded reader interested. Excellent job.

    Please tell us that this series will be continued, and provide a hint as to when the next installment may be expected.

    Thank you.

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  • Posted March 23, 2009

    Great Second in Series!

    Ollie has returned to solve another White House situation! Really looked forward to this after the first book and it did not disappoint! Nice light mystery - great weekend read! Can't wait for #3!

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  • Posted March 13, 2009

    Fun characters and a good mystery

    I love this series. The charaters are well written and interesting. The storyline is terrific. And not to mention some good recipes are included. I also love that these books incorporate the white house and some facts that may not be known to the average person!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 16, 2009

    Step into the behind the scenes world at the White House....at least in the kitchen!

    This was a fun mystery, especially for anyone who loves light mystery with a touch of humor and the allure of the White House. I look forward to reading the third in this series.

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