Recent Release, "Kitchen Help," Presents a Mystery Where a Chef's Demand for Justice Transforms a Tavern Keeper Into an Unlikely Investigator

Shafter, CA, September 23, 2026 --(PR.com)-- Joshua DeVore has completed his new book, "Kitchen Help": A Tale of the Plucked Goose, a captivating mystery set in the city of Stirling. When Alowenda Zastas, the city's premier chef, discovers her brother brutally murdered in an alley beside the Plucked Goose tavern, she offers the tavern keeper a tantalizing bargain: uncover the killer's identity and she will grace his establishment with her culinary talents. With only two weeks before the moons align again, he must navigate a world where the City Watch turns a blind eye to the death of enslaved people and justice remains elusive for the powerless.

The author draws from a lifetime of imagination and storytelling passion. At seventy-three, DeVore brings the perspective of a retired county employee who has long been captivated by fantasy and science fiction narratives. His background as an accomplished fencer, once ranked nationally in saber competition, and his founding membership in the local barony of the Society of Creative Anachronism infuse his work with authenticity and an appreciation for intricate worlds. Living in California's San Joaquin Valley with his wife and beloved animal companions, he crafted this tale as the type of story he himself would eagerly devour.

Throughout "Kitchen Help, "readers will uncover profound themes of justice, privilege, and the hidden motivations that drive human behavior. The stakes are personal and urgent as the tavern keeper races against time to prove his worth and secure an invaluable partnership. In this richly layered narrative, DeVore explores what happens when the forgotten demand to be heard and when an outsider must step into danger to answer that call.

"I wanted to write a story that challenges the reader to think about who matters in society and what we owe to those cast aside by the powerful," said DeVore. "The mystery at the heart of this tale is really about discovering one's own courage and conscience."

Published by Page Publishing, Joshua DeVore's gripping work offers readers an engaging escape into a world of intrigue and moral complexity. This tale reminds us that redemption and truth can emerge from the most unlikely alliances.

Readers who wish to experience this enthralling work can purchase "Kitchen Help" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
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