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THE BUTTER DID IT is a fun read from the first page.
As a fan of mystery and cooking I enjoyed the romp through the professional world of food.

Ms Richman obviously knows her business and her witty style keeps you turning the pages.

The title suggests an author with a sense of humor and her story confirms your expectations.

I eagerly look forward to Ms Richman's next adventure with Chas and friends in their tasty world of food, mystery and interesting characters

I enjoyed reading Phyllis Richman's first murder mystery- so much so I hope she continues to write more. Having lived in the Washington area, I have enjoyed her restaurant reviews. I also like cooking. Combine murder mysteries with cooking and I'm hooked. The plot to "The Butter Did It" is well constructed and it has plenty of suspects. You learn a lot about the main character, food critic Chas Wheatley. She is not perfect, though. I have a hard time believing she loves to walk in Washington D.C. Traffic, construction and pollution make that difficult. Never mind, it's a good read.

Phyllis Richman is a many-faceted woman. She wrote restaurant reviews that were outstanding for The Washington Post. She has written articles for Gourmet Magazine. She has written several mysteries weaving the food scene with the storyline. Phyllis, when can we expect your next book and isn't there a screenplay in the offing? She also sits on the prestigious James Beard Committee for culinary awards. When I think of restaurants, I think of Phyllis Richman. Purchase this book; you won't be disappointed.