Don't Blame The Snake: A Margo Fortier Mystery by Tony Fennelly

Sometimes the best way to unwind in the reptile room is by escaping into a good piece of fiction. Don't Blame The Snake is the third installment in Tony Fennelly's cult-favorite Margo Fortier series, blending the classic whodunit with a clever herpetological twist.

Set in the sweltering heat of New Orleans during the summer of 1995, the story kicks off when a prominent literary celebrity is found dead in his penthouse suite—the victim of a highly suspicious rattlesnake bite. The plot follows stripper-turned-society-columnist Margo Fortier and her husband Julian as they track the killer aboard a cruise ship packed with eccentric writers, obsessive fans, and hidden agendas. 

Product Details:

• Format: Paperback
• Length: 266 pages
• Publication Date: November 2000
• Dimensions: 0.56 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN

Why We Love It:

• A Fun Herp Twist: Incorporates a snake-centric element into the central mystery, giving reptile lovers a fun hook right from the opening pages.
• Satirical and Sharp: Praised for its witty social commentary and sharp humor, capturing the cultural zeitgeist of the mid-90s.
• Perfect Palate Cleanser: A fantastic, breezy read to break up the dense, scientific reference guides in your collection.
• Engaging Setting: Moves from the sultry, atmospheric streets of New Orleans to the confined, suspenseful decks of a mystery-themed cruise ship.

Perfect For: Mystery fans, herpetoculture enthusiasts who enjoy fiction, and anyone looking for an entertaining novel to read while relaxing in their animal room.