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Oct 26, 2011

Ann rated it:

Disclosure: I'm not the biggest mystery reader. I also know the author.

That being said, I found myself quickly pulled into this novel and had trouble putting it down! The plot hits the ground running, and never lets up. I did figure out one of the plot twists ahead of time, but not the others, so the unveiling near the end did surprise.

The novel is a fascinating view into the past, as well. We tend to view the past though a glossy lens, but Meg Mims gives it to us straig More...

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Dec 08, 2011

Sherry rated it:

Meg loves to tell tell you of her love for True Grit (the original book, the movie in 1969 and the recent version also) and goes on to say how much it influenced her during the writing of Double Crossing. (In as much a lot of the action takes place on a train, I hear whispers of Agatha Christies Murder on the Orient Express._
Make no mistake Ms. Mims writing it tight, fast and a historical delight. You’ll find no historical info dump in Double Crossing. Yet you cannot fail to realise how More...

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Oct 31, 2011

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Review by April: Vivid historical fiction mixed with murder, suspense and a lovely dash of romance makes Double Crossing by Meg Mims an out of the ballpark hit.

I have to admit that for me, Double Crossing is a bit different than the books that I normally read. However, I was curious to give it a try and can honestly say that I would have missed out on an amazing book if I had not! Author Meg Mims delivers a story that is not only amazingly vivid, clear and engrossing, but she takes rea More...

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Aug 10, 2011

Sandra rated it:

I love historical fiction and that is one thing that made this book so interesting. The story begins when Lily hands her father a message from her uncle about a mine in California. She distrusts her father’s lawyer, who saved his life in the war. A short time later she hears a shot, sees the lawyer running out of the house and finds her father dead. If that isn’t bad enough her father’s disowned sister shows up and makes life miserable. Lily decides she is headed to California to her uncle’ More...

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Aug 10, 2011

Laura rated it:

There was a time, long, long ago, when I would devour historicals like candy. Then I got bored. Probably because it felt like I had read damned near every plot imaginable. So to say that I was surprised at how quickly I got sucked into this one is an understatement. This one is like taking all the best things about a former love, combining it with all the best things about a new love and then adding a dash of adventure and intrigue. Don't be fooled - this is not your standard historical.

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Aug 20, 2011

Jacque rated it:

Fast paced and thrilling to read. The history angle is so well developed and researched that I found myself lost in the train from another century. Even though Lily knew who the killer was there was still so much intrigue from other mysteries that the book kept moving. There were so many smaller added details that made this book leap off the page. A definite page turner as I had to finish it after I started (made for a late night or early morning). The minor characters, from her long lost aunt a More...

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Aug 30, 2011

Gunnar rated it:

Author Meg Mims describes her historical Western mystery-adventure, Double Crossing, as a sort of True Grit on a train. It’s an apt description, with a determined heroine, Lily Granville, setting out from Chicago in 1869 to track down her father’s murderer and hiring an unknown tough guy, the Texan Ace Diamond, to help and protect her. The deed for a California quicksilver mine has also gone missing, with neither the killer nor Lily knowing where it is, and presumably the mine’s ownership is the More...

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Oct 24, 2011

Heidi rated it:

Mims' crisp style propels the action and delivers a well-rounded protagonist in Lily. But just because the prose is tailored like one of Lily's beautiful dresses doesn't mean Mims skimps on luxurious details and time-appropriate accessories. Authenticity abounds in the food, the clothing, the topics of conversation--something which has always impressed me about historicals when they are done well. (I can't fathom the amount of research Mims must have done for this story.)

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Sep 19, 2011

Englishrose rated it:

This book was a thrill to read. A gripping story of adventure and mystery. Ace was a fabulous smoky hero straight out of a movie. Lily is spunky and determined but still ladylike. The various side characters fill in a world of intrigue despite the limitations of travel by train. The romance is sweet and exciting. The adventure keeps you reading until the very end, anxious to see how it all turns out. A wonderful read and one I would recommend.

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Feb 12, 2012

Joselyn rated it:

Loved this story. Meg's attention to detail is amazing. The historical research she did really filled out the story. I loved the details about the sparks burning holes in the ladies' skirts and the experience of the cross country train. I wanted to keep Ace Diamond in my pocket. Hope there's a sequel.

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Oct 05, 2011

Heather rated it:

Double Crossing is a fantastic read. I've rarely seen an author craft chapter endings with such gripping suspenseful moments that force you to turn the page, breathless to know what is going to happen. The characters are layered and intriguing. I hope there is a sequel because I want to know more about sexy, fascinating Ace Diamond, the honorable Texan gunslinger.

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Feb 05, 2012

Susan rated it:

This little novel keeps the reader engaged from start to finish. Great characters, a mystery, and a budding romance--what more could one ask for! Can't wait for Meg's next book to be available!

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Sep 21, 2011

Aly rated it:

This book is a mystery with a little bit of romance. It ended as if there will be a sequel, if so I would like to read the next book to know what happens to Lily next.

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Feb 22, 2012

Elizabeth rated it:

I really enjoyed this story - it's a galloping read based around a feisty heroine trying to avenge the death of her beloved father. It takes the reader across the US in an eventful train journey you don't want to end. Intriguing characters, red herrings and plenty of other authorial devices will keep you guessing right to the end. I Loved It!

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Oct 26, 2011

Tarrin rated it:

This was a enjoyable read, I really liked it. The Heroine was born in a period of time where women were property, but she does not accept this custom very well. It was full of wonderful descriptions and makes me want to travel by train across the country. The author did a wonderful job of capturing the time period and the twisted relationships between all the characters was just plain fun. The surprise at the end was worth the wait. Mrs. Mims has done a wonderful job.

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Dec 29, 2011

JoAnne rated it:

Historical fiction is not my usual cup of tea, yet still I really enjoyed Double Crossing. Mostly, I feel it's because of the beautiful descriptions used; I really 'felt and saw' everything going on in the pages of this book. Beautifully written, with characters that really grew on me and a mystery that had me gripped til the very end.

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Dec 05, 2011

Margaret rated it:

This book was full of very pleasant surprises. It had twists and turns that I had not expected. Majority of the book content taking place over a train ride from Chicago to California was very interesting and a murder mystery as well as a little bit of love also helps to thicken the plot.

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Dec 08, 2011

Tricia rated it:

This is a fast moving, fun novel. There was so much cool historical detail that I kept thinking--Oh, is that how they did that. Great stuff.

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