Grandma Knows Best! - A Darkly Funny Mafia Crime Thriller with a Badass Grandma

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Grandma Knows Best! is a wickedly clever mashup of cozy domesticity and criminal intrigue, delivering a page-turner that feels like Golden Girls crashed headfirst into The Godfather. A Cozy Cup of Tea. A Warm Plate of Cookies. And a Mafia Empire Built on Blood. Never underestimate a sweet old lady with a tray of cookies-and a loaded revolver. Ethel Montgomery is the kind of grandma who bakes the best chocolate chip cookies in town, spoils her grandson rotten...and secretly runs the local underworld with her bingo-night crew. When her grandson's college fund is stolen by a crooked banker tied to the mafia, Ethel decides it's time to show the Red Fangs who really runs Ashbury. With knitting needles, rolling pins, and a few bullets for good measure, Ethel and her friends prove that age is just a number-and payback is best served warm from the oven. Characters That Pop Like Fresh Cookies Ethel Montgomery is an unforgettable protagonist: all pearls, pastels, and pure menace. She isn't a caricature-she's layered, sharp, and terrifyingly lovable. Her crew-Marge, Ruth, and Agnes-are scene-stealers in their own right, from Ruth's serene knitting-based intimidation to Agnes' tech-savvy one-liners. Even Tommy, the wide-eyed grandson thrust into this underworld, provides the perfect audience surrogate. Dialogue That Sings The banter is razor-sharp and relentless. One moment, they're debating the ethics of shortbread, the next they're plotting hostile takeovers of mob fronts between sips of chamomile. The tonal whiplash-sweetness and savagery-lands every time. Set Pieces That Belong on Netflix The bingo hall showdown is a masterpiece of controlled chaos. Senior citizens cocking shotguns under fluorescent lights while Ethel calmly sips tea? Pure cinema. The cookie-and-bullet scene at La Petite Baguette is destined for meme immortality. What Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) Readers Are Saying: "If my grandma were half as badass as Ethel, I'd be unstoppable." "Absolutely hilarious-The Godfather meets Murder, She Wrote!" "Fast-paced, funny, and full of crime-LOVED IT!" Perfect for fans of: Dark comedy & crime thrillers Clever, morally gray protagonists Strong, badass female leads (of all ages!) Mafia stories with a twist Action-packed plots with laugh-out-loud moments If you love stories that mix wit, action, and a touch of absolute chaos, you'll be hooked from page one. One part crime thriller, one part dark comedy, and all heart-this is the mafia novel you never knew you needed. BUY NOW and meet the most dangerous grandma you'll ever love. About the Author: Vince Edwards is a lifelong fan of crime fiction and dark humor, Vince blends sharp wit with gritty storytelling to create unforgettable characters and twist-filled plots. When he's not writing, Vince enjoys diving into classic mob movies, exploring pop culture, and finding inspiration in the most unexpected places. Grandma Knows Best! is his first foray into the crime thriller genre. About the Publisher: At BLOCKBUSTER STORY PUBLISHING, we believe in the power of a great story to captivate, entertain, and inspire. Our authors are focused on writing, not chasing likes and followers, building author websites or obsessing over social media-they're here to create and share unforgettable stories. We publish books for readers, not algorithms. If you're looking for bold, entertaining stories that put the art of storytelling first, you've come to the right place.

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