The Trouble with a Bad Fit: A Novel of Food, Fashion, and Mystery by Camilla T Crespi (Paperback / softback, 2003)

Ambitious new partner, angry tailor, overly-protective sample maker, grateful seamstress, jealous competitor--the suspects are many. Only when Simona delves into the past does she arrive at the truth, but t before risking her life again, this time on the runway of Bryant Park. Fashion Foottes and a recipe for Schmatta pasta are included. A fast-paced thriller with a convincing fashion background and a cast of characters big eugh to fill...a Prada bag.
--Suzy Menkes, The New York Times Book ReviewThis is a clever little vel with lots of insider bits about high fashion and snappy characters.
--Margaret Cann, Toronto Globe and MailSprightly, sunny and gossipy: a welcome return.
-- Kirkus ReviewsGriffo is an engaging personality: determined, charming and willing to go the extra mile. She might be bloody and bruised, but she is unbowed. I met a heroine whose new adventures I'll seek out.
--Roberta Alexander, Contra Costa Times