Join Jackie Norwood, a down-and-out celebrity chef, as she judges the first gig on her comeback quest?a Texas Crab Festival cooking contest.

This new venture takes an unexpected twist when she discovers that her archnemesis, Heather Curtis, is her co-judge. As if that weren't enough to stir the pot, one of the competitors is Chef Benjy Hayes, Jackie's long-lost ex-boyfriend.

Disaster strikes as Heather takes a fatal taste of Benjy's dish. Determined to clear Benjy's name?and her own?Jackie relies on her wits and the unique skills of her friends and family. The kitchen timer is ticking as Jackie races to bring the killer to justice before her own goose is cooked.

Don't miss the first installment of this cozy culinary mystery series, where a spicy blend of murder, rivalry, and second chances will have you salivating for the next serving. Get ready for "Claws of Death" and embark on a culinary adventure you won't soon forget.