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To Die For (Blair Mallory, Bk 1)
Author: Linda Howard

Book Information
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Book Type: Paperback
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ISBN-13: 9780345476258 - ISBN-10: 0345476255
Publication Date: 12/28/2004
Pages: 384


Other Versions of this Book: Hardcover, Audio CD, Audio CD (Unab MP3), Audio Cassette (Unabridged), Audio CD (Abridged), Audio Cassette (Abridged)

Book Description:
Blair Mallory lives the good life. She's pretty, confident, and the owner of a thriving up-scale fitness center. But in the shadow of success, a troubled member of the club develops a strange fixation on Blair, imitating her style and dress. Matters take a darker turn when the look-alike is shot dead-and Blair witnesses the horror.

As the media speculates on the tawdry details of the homicide and pushes Blair into the harsh spotlight, she locks horns with police lieutenant Wyatt Bloodsworth. He wants to lead an investigation without interference, while Blair is determined to probe the dead woman's life on her own. But when someone begins to menace Blair with mounting threats, Wyatt takes notice: Was this murder indeed a lethal case of mistaken identity-and was Blair the intended victim?

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Top Member Book Reviews

Suzanne F. wrote on 4/24/2007...

5 member(s) found this review helpful.

This is the first book that Linda Howard writes in first person, similar to Janet Evanovich. This book was hilarious and extremely fun to read. You will be laughing out loud.

Karen N. (malibuhoney) wrote on 10/4/2006...

4 member(s) found this review helpful.

I love both the heroine Blair and the hero Wyatt. They make a well matched couple. They will make you laugh while their romance played out with a suspenseful story of someone trying to kill Blair. Supporting characters like the heroine's mom just add to the enjoyment of the story.

Damaris D. (Erinyes) wrote on 8/24/2006...

3 member(s) found this review helpful.

Just couldn't get into it. :(

Meg M. (nicksmom) wrote on 5/5/2007...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

This novel and its partner, "Drop Dead Gorgeous" are totally different than anything else by Linda Howard. You will love the spunky heroine, and she's hysterical. Since the story is told in first person, her personality and the way she faces life are right out there! The hero is masculine, sexy, and at a loss most of the time as to how to handle his headstrong girlfriend. And the suspense part of the story is good, too!

Michelle O. (michi) wrote on 8/25/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Loved, loved, loved this book! The male and female lead characters were great together. They were funny, bratty, clever and smart enough to recognize true love when they saw it! I can't wait to read the sequel Drop Dead Gorgeous.

Kathy C. (fizzymom) wrote on 4/23/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

This is a great book, for any 30 somethings ex cheerleaders, or wanna be's,that like mysteries, and can still do a back flip!

Danielle D. wrote on 3/15/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Lots of fun. I couldn't stop laughing.

Amber T. (NovemberGlenn) wrote on 3/12/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

One of the cutest written books I've read in a long time. It's not the usual type of book from Linda Howard. I loved the book and know you will too. You will laugh out loud while reading it.

Mona C. (culvermom2) wrote on 2/10/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

A mystery surronding fitness center owner and a old boyfreind who just happens to be a police lieutenant. Great Book!

Lori J. (lori-j) wrote on 12/27/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Funny funny funny. A nice spunky chick book. I couldn't devour it fast enough.


Please Rate these Book Reviews

Rebecca M. wrote on 7/8/2009...


I bought the 2nd book in this series (Drop Dead Gorgeous) on a whim at a library book sale and totally LOVED it. I had to read the first one and it didn't disappoint. If you're a Janet Evanovich fan, these two books are a great fit for you. Funny, sexy and hard to put down. I highly recommend them both!

Laura M. (laura1777) wrote on 5/16/2009...


The first person perspective of this novel is new to Linda Howard, but quite well done and extremely enjoyable!

Blair (the protagonist) quickly becomes a likable and quirky friend. As an outdoorsy, non-shopper, I was not predisposed to liking her high-maintenance personality but Blair's independence and strength quickly won me over! Linda Howard has outdone herself with this character. This is the first of two (so far) in the Blair Mallory series and I for one hope there will be more! Wyatt is a great male lead. Howard seems to excel at creating flawed yet likable characters that have an unexpected depth. She challenges your perception of happily ever after, yet still delivers one.

A light, highly enjoyable read - Blair and Wyatt have great chemistry!

Jane D. (4JaneC) wrote on 8/12/2008...


Written in the first person by a southern "belle" and former cheerleader. A good mystery and love story. I want to be Blair if only to get or try to get my own way. Lots of fun and a great summer read.

Melinda P. (chiricahuagal) wrote on 6/26/2008...


Wow! This is now my absolute #1 favorite book of all time! I laughed and laughed. I've loved Linda Howard's books for a while, love her writing style, but this one really did it for me. It's written in first person, which some people don't like to read. I think like Blair (although I'm nothing like her - go figure), so reading from her point of view was a treat. If you like suspense, humor, great writing and some hot scenes, you will like this book. If you liked Mr. Perfect and Open Season also by Howard, you will LOVE this book!

Sherri H. (mamadoodle) wrote on 5/28/2008...


Instant "keeper shelf" material! I loved it!

Della A. (daughter2) wrote on 3/13/2008...


Blair Mallory lives the good life. She;s pretty, confident, and the owner of a thriving upscale fitness center. But in the shadow of success, a troubled member of the club develops a strange fixation on her, imitating her style and dress. Matters take a darker turn when the look-alike is shot dead- and Blair witnesses the horror.. As the media speculate on the tawdry details of the himicide and push blair into the harsh spot-light, she locks horns with police lieutenant Wyatt Bloodsworth-he wants to lead an investigation without interference, while she is determined to probe the dead woman's life on her own. but when someone begings to menace Blair with mounting threats, Wyatt takes notice: Was this murder indeed a lethal case of mistaken idenity-and was Blair the intended victim?

Robin M. (robinmy) wrote on 3/2/2008...


Very funny light hearted mystery romance. This book is written in the first-person, but don't let that stop you.

bookworm64 wrote on 5/9/2007...


Good, fast read. The main character of this book reminded me somewhat of Stephanie Plum.

Linda P. wrote on 5/8/2007...


not as good as Howard's other suspense novels, but pretty good romance novel.

Lisa C. (IrishHillbilly) wrote on 4/26/2007...


Blair Mallory lives the good life. She’s pretty, confident, and the owner of a thriving up-scale fitness center. But in the shadow of success, a troubled member of the club develops a strange fixation on Blair, imitating her style and dress. Matters take a darker turn when the look-alike is shot dead–and Blair witnesses the horror.

As the media speculates on the tawdry details of the homicide and pushes Blair into the harsh spotlight, she locks horns with police lieutenant Wyatt Bloodsworth. He wants to lead an investigation without interference, while Blair is determined to probe the dead woman’s life on her own. But when someone begins to menace Blair with mounting threats, Wyatt takes notice: Was this murder indeed a lethal case of mistaken identity–and was Blair the intended victim?


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