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A Dash of Murder (A Betsy Livingston Mystery #1)
by
Teresa Trent (Goodreads Author)
A Mystery for Ghost Hunters!
When Betsy's Aunt Maggie wants to drag her along on a ghost hunting excursion at the local abandoned tuberculosis hospital she isn't sure she quite believes in spirits. When she comes upon a fresh spirit in the form of a body she starts to rethink about what is really haunting the hospital.
Betsy must solve the murder in spite of her father, who...more
When Betsy's Aunt Maggie wants to drag her along on a ghost hunting excursion at the local abandoned tuberculosis hospital she isn't sure she quite believes in spirits. When she comes upon a fresh spirit in the form of a body she starts to rethink about what is really haunting the hospital.
Betsy must solve the murder in spite of her father, who...more
Kindle Edition, 150 pages
Published
September 14th 2011
by Tightwad Tess Press
(first published January 1st 2011)
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Betsy Livingston, aka "The Happy Hinter", has agreed to help her Aunt Maggie on a ghost hunt at the old TB hospital. When Betsy stumbles upon the dead body of someone from her past, she knows she has to solve the murder.
This is the type of mystery novel I could read every day. It's a nice, "cozy" mystery, in spite of a bit of murder and a little strong language. The inclusion of the character of Danny, who has Down's Syndrome, is a very nice touch. This is a series I will be following happily.
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This is the type of mystery novel I could read every day. It's a nice, "cozy" mystery, in spite of a bit of murder and a little strong language. The inclusion of the character of Danny, who has Down's Syndrome, is a very nice touch. This is a series I will be following happily.
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I love reading a good mystery and this one did not let me down. The author will take readers on a trail with ghost, murder and a little romance. This book is a short fast read. Yet, the author created a book that will keep readers interested until the end. I did not figure out the villain until it was revealed in the book. Okay no more about that I do not want to write any spoilers.
Betsy is another female that has been let down by a male. She is not the average female. She actually makes a name...more
Betsy is another female that has been let down by a male. She is not the average female. She actually makes a name...more
Johnson Tuberculosis Hospital is the center of this story. It is a derelict building that was built in 1911 by the town of Pecan Bayou, to care for people diagnosed with "consumption", as tuberculosis was then known. Once diagnosed the patient was required to stay for 3-5 years before they died or could be released. The Pecan Paranormal Society wants to film their attempt to reach the spirits of those who have passed on. When walking through the hospital they discover a body. Now, it's a crime s...more
This is a nice Nancy Drew for Texans. It has action. It has scenery. It has characters who talk to each other. It has a plot and a connective outline. It has murder. And angst and romance even...a tiny bit. It has everyday life and it looks like the beginning of a series. This is a pretty good book that I finished (which I won't do if I get bored). I enjoyed it.
What it's missing is suspense and tension and a hot kiss, even a stolen one. It's missing a high action satisfying end where the reader...more
What it's missing is suspense and tension and a hot kiss, even a stolen one. It's missing a high action satisfying end where the reader...more
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I love a good murder mystery. I love that this book has a hint of romance at the fringe but never goes into full blown romance. That hint just adds to the mystery and tension. And the story keeps you pulled in until the end. And when you find out that the murder is … You didn’t think I would really tell you, now did you? Let’s just say I wouldn’t have guessed it in a million years.
I give this story 4.5 out of 5 clouds.
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I give this story 4.5 out of 5 clouds.
This product or book may have been distributed for review; this in no way af...more
If you want a really quick, light, enjoyable mystery to read - I would suggest this book. The writing was enjoyable and the characters were easy to like. The nook is rather short but the story is a fun read and the writing isn't horrid. This book held my attention and took me away from my life - I would recommend this book
This was a fun little cozy mystery/paranormal book. An amateur paranormal group is checking out the town;s old falling down hospital reputed to be haunted. When doing a walk through a dead body is discovered and the investigation ensues. If you want to discover all the details please read this book.
What happens when you mix paranormal investigation and murder... you get the book A Dash of Murder. It is a delightful and easy to read story with an interesting twist. I enjoyed this book with a cup of Caramel Mocha. My neice wants to try a couple of the recipes that the author so kindly includes with the book.
This is the first book of the Pecan Bayou mystery series. I enjoyed it. A lot of questions left unanswered. I will read the next book "Overdue for Murder".
Okay plot but solution is out of the blue--no real clues leading up to it. I thought the characterization of her son was not well done--not a typical seven year old. Seemed like lots of disconnects.
nice cozy mystery, super quick read
A nice cozy mystery I enjoyed very much.
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Teresa Trent writes hilarious cozy mysteries that take place in the small town of Pecan Bayou, Texas. She lives in Texas with her husband, three children and Martin, the dachshund, who loves to bark while she's trying to write.
You can read the first chapter of both of her books for free here on Goodreads by clicking on the "Excerpt" button under each book.
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More about Teresa Trent...
You can read the first chapter of both of her books for free here on Goodreads by clicking on the "Excerpt" button under each book.
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