Murder is Bad for Business
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When a ruthless food critic drops dead after sipping her café's signature brew, struggling owner Lily Carter becomes the prime suspect. With her chaotic best friend Mia by her side, she sets out to clear her name except their detective skills are as bad as their life choices. As they bumble through break-ins, stakeouts, and very questionable disguises, the real killer lurks closer than they think.
Caffeine, crime, and complete disaster because murder is definitely bad for business.
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