As owners of the popular bistro The French Quarter, former New York City restaurateurs Picasso and Laurel St. Pierre are the toast of the town of Crestwood, Kansas. Chef Picassoâs culinary creations delight the women of the quilting club, who have embraced him as a friend. But Laurelâs anti-social behavior confuses Kate Simpsonâuntil she spots Mrs. St. Pierre with another man in what appears to be a loverâs spat. Gossip travels fast in a small town like Crestwood, and rumor has it this isnât Laurelâs first indiscretion. She also filed a police report accusing Picasso of domestic abuse. And when Laurelâs murdered body is found, Picasso is the prime suspect. To prove their friendâs innocence, Kate and the Crestwood Quilters must uncover the secrets of Laurelâs pastâa patchwork history wrapped up in Kateâs own teenage years...