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August 28, 2014
Book Review: PUSHING UP DAISIES (The Dirty Business Mystery Series) by Rosemary Harris
Synopsis from GOODREADS
Meet Paula Holliday, a transplanted media exec who trades her stilettos for garden clogs when she makes the move from the big city to the suburbs to start a gardening business. Paula can handle deer, slugs, and the occasional human pest---but she’s not prepared for the mummified body she finds while restoring the gardens at Halcyon, a local landmark. Casual snooping turns serious when a body is impaled on a garden tool and one of Paula’s friends is arrested for the crime. Aided by the still-hot aging rocker who owns the neighborhood greasy spoon, a wise-cracking former colleague, and a sexy Mexican laborer with a few secrets of his own, Paula digs for the truth and unearths more dirty business the town has kept buried for years.
ReviewPaula is working hard to establish her gardening and landscaping restoration business and takes on the major chore of restoring the gardens at Halcyon. She tackles one section to start and uncovers the remains of a baby. That leads to a number of questions regarding the sisters who lived in the house and whose baby this might be. While trying to get some answers, she discovers a girl went missing many years and has to wonder if the two are connected. Paula, her friends Lucy and Babe, and Sergeant Mike O'Malley (who happens to cook) set to work to solve two forty-year-old mysteries, only to end up with another murder on their hands. Unfortunately, Paula's landscaper is the prime suspect. This only spurs on her involvement. If you can ignore some of the inconsistencies and "poetic license", this is an interesting story and the major characters are likable and well developed. Those who enjoy gardening will enjoy the descriptions of the gardens.
This is the first in the series and I hope that Paula, "MOM", and Lucy at least return in the THE BIG DIRT NAP (Dirty Business Mystery Series #2). The third in the series is DEAD HEAD, the fourth, SLUGFEST.
Meet Paula Holliday, a transplanted media exec who trades her stilettos for garden clogs when she makes the move from the big city to the suburbs to start a gardening business. Paula can handle deer, slugs, and the occasional human pest---but she’s not prepared for the mummified body she finds while restoring the gardens at Halcyon, a local landmark. Casual snooping turns serious when a body is impaled on a garden tool and one of Paula’s friends is arrested for the crime. Aided by the still-hot aging rocker who owns the neighborhood greasy spoon, a wise-cracking former colleague, and a sexy Mexican laborer with a few secrets of his own, Paula digs for the truth and unearths more dirty business the town has kept buried for years.
ReviewPaula is working hard to establish her gardening and landscaping restoration business and takes on the major chore of restoring the gardens at Halcyon. She tackles one section to start and uncovers the remains of a baby. That leads to a number of questions regarding the sisters who lived in the house and whose baby this might be. While trying to get some answers, she discovers a girl went missing many years and has to wonder if the two are connected. Paula, her friends Lucy and Babe, and Sergeant Mike O'Malley (who happens to cook) set to work to solve two forty-year-old mysteries, only to end up with another murder on their hands. Unfortunately, Paula's landscaper is the prime suspect. This only spurs on her involvement. If you can ignore some of the inconsistencies and "poetic license", this is an interesting story and the major characters are likable and well developed. Those who enjoy gardening will enjoy the descriptions of the gardens. This is the first in the series and I hope that Paula, "MOM", and Lucy at least return in the THE BIG DIRT NAP (Dirty Business Mystery Series #2). The third in the series is DEAD HEAD, the fourth, SLUGFEST.
August 25, 2014
Book Review: ICY GRIP OF MURDER (A Lacy Steele Mystery #7) by Vanessa Gray Bartal
Synopsis (from AMAZON)
Lacy Steele will do anything to help a friend, even if it means defying her boyfriend's wishes to follow someone halfway across the country. Though she knows she's doing the right thing, she's unprepared for the harsh climate and sobering truths she's about to face. How can she be certain her friend isn't a murderer when everything she knows about him is a lie?
And how can she be certain that she isn't the next to die? When an arctic blast begins to turn everything upside down, Lacy and someone close to her will change in ways she never imagined. As she deals with the strange new behavior, danger begins to mount. How can she prove her friend's innocence in light of so much evidence? And how can she keep the people she loves safe when everyone she meets has a motive for murder?
Review:
As a Lacy Steele fan, I was glad to see the 7th in the series available (and only $.99 on Amazon). Lacy takes off for Minnesota against Jason's wishes to help her friend Michael prove himself innocent of murder. In the meantime her sister Riley is about to give birth and Lacy's mother is of course on her case to be there for Riley and Tosh. The story unwinds in true Lacy Steele fashion, with the usual hiccups, twists and turns along the way. Minnesota has strange effects on Lacy, and equally as strange effects on Jason once he follows her to be sure she stays out of trouble. This was distracting, but thankfully not permanent! I'm hoping there is #8 in the future!
AMAZONGOODREADS
Lacy Steele will do anything to help a friend, even if it means defying her boyfriend's wishes to follow someone halfway across the country. Though she knows she's doing the right thing, she's unprepared for the harsh climate and sobering truths she's about to face. How can she be certain her friend isn't a murderer when everything she knows about him is a lie?
And how can she be certain that she isn't the next to die? When an arctic blast begins to turn everything upside down, Lacy and someone close to her will change in ways she never imagined. As she deals with the strange new behavior, danger begins to mount. How can she prove her friend's innocence in light of so much evidence? And how can she keep the people she loves safe when everyone she meets has a motive for murder?Review:
As a Lacy Steele fan, I was glad to see the 7th in the series available (and only $.99 on Amazon). Lacy takes off for Minnesota against Jason's wishes to help her friend Michael prove himself innocent of murder. In the meantime her sister Riley is about to give birth and Lacy's mother is of course on her case to be there for Riley and Tosh. The story unwinds in true Lacy Steele fashion, with the usual hiccups, twists and turns along the way. Minnesota has strange effects on Lacy, and equally as strange effects on Jason once he follows her to be sure she stays out of trouble. This was distracting, but thankfully not permanent! I'm hoping there is #8 in the future!
AMAZONGOODREADS
August 21, 2014
Review: IRREGARDLESS OF MURDER (Miss Prentice Cozy Mysteries) by E.E. Kennedy
Synopsis (from Goodreads):
Amelia Prentice, a forty-something high school English teacher comfortable in her predictable routine, regains consciousness after tripping over the corpse of a former student in the safest of places, the public library. Returning to the classroom, she tries to pretend nothing happened. But when it becomes obvious that the victim’s death wasn’t an accident and she is now a murder suspect, she realizes that her cozy small-town life in New York’s Adirondack region will never be the same.
Crazy things begin to happen: The victim’s mother disappears. Amelia’s friend Lily is thrown overboard from the Lake Champlain ferryboat. A mysterious millionaire from Montreal seems determined to buy Amelia’s house. The school nurse is viciously attacked by a student. Amelia’s old beau Gil suddenly seems determined to rekindle their romance. Amelia is carjacked, and, of course, there’s the Lake Champlain Monster . . .
It will take all Amelia’s wisdom, humor, and faith to figure out what’s going on and embrace the new life that lies ahead. If she survives . . .
Review:Amelia is your basic English teacher who hates when people say "irregardless". She lives in a quaint town and doesn't expect much excitement. Her life gets complicated from the time trips over Marguerite's body and is considered a suspect. She has actively avoided interacting with an old beau from her early years and isn't interested in rekindling that relationship - Vern has other ideas. More importantly, who killed this young woman and why? What is it that Marguerite's mother has for her? Why did she disappear? Who is this millionaire trying to buy her house? What is the friction between Lily and Alec? Is there a Lake Champlain monster?
The characters are predominantly middle-aged adults, but the antics and conflicts are ageless. The storyline includes mystery, a bit of suspense, and romance. It is well written and a good read. This is the first in the Miss Prentice Cozy Mysteries. Others in the series include DEATH DANGLES A PARTICIPLE and MURDER IN THE PAST TENSE.
AMAZON
Amelia Prentice, a forty-something high school English teacher comfortable in her predictable routine, regains consciousness after tripping over the corpse of a former student in the safest of places, the public library. Returning to the classroom, she tries to pretend nothing happened. But when it becomes obvious that the victim’s death wasn’t an accident and she is now a murder suspect, she realizes that her cozy small-town life in New York’s Adirondack region will never be the same.
Crazy things begin to happen: The victim’s mother disappears. Amelia’s friend Lily is thrown overboard from the Lake Champlain ferryboat. A mysterious millionaire from Montreal seems determined to buy Amelia’s house. The school nurse is viciously attacked by a student. Amelia’s old beau Gil suddenly seems determined to rekindle their romance. Amelia is carjacked, and, of course, there’s the Lake Champlain Monster . . .
It will take all Amelia’s wisdom, humor, and faith to figure out what’s going on and embrace the new life that lies ahead. If she survives . . .
Review:Amelia is your basic English teacher who hates when people say "irregardless". She lives in a quaint town and doesn't expect much excitement. Her life gets complicated from the time trips over Marguerite's body and is considered a suspect. She has actively avoided interacting with an old beau from her early years and isn't interested in rekindling that relationship - Vern has other ideas. More importantly, who killed this young woman and why? What is it that Marguerite's mother has for her? Why did she disappear? Who is this millionaire trying to buy her house? What is the friction between Lily and Alec? Is there a Lake Champlain monster?
The characters are predominantly middle-aged adults, but the antics and conflicts are ageless. The storyline includes mystery, a bit of suspense, and romance. It is well written and a good read. This is the first in the Miss Prentice Cozy Mysteries. Others in the series include DEATH DANGLES A PARTICIPLE and MURDER IN THE PAST TENSE.
AMAZON
August 17, 2014
Cover Release: MURDER IN THE ARBORETUM
Convinced Chief Pfeiffe has it all wrong, Sheridan Hendley sets out to help solve Cold Creek's latest murder. Clive Johnson, the groundskeeper at Cold Creek College is an easy scapegoat for a police chief who seeks an easy solution. When Sheridan searches for information to prove Clive's innocence, she starts receiving threats. Just as her life is looking up personally, it looks like she might be the next victim.
This is the second in the Cold Creek Series with an anticipated release date of 9/1/2014.
August 9, 2014
Blog Tour Highlights - MURDER AT COLD CREEK COLLEGE by Christa Nardi
Yesterday was the last day of the Blog Tour by Great Escapes Book Tours! Thank you so much to Lori Caswell and all the bloggers who participated! Here are the highlights of the reviews for Murder at Cold Creek College
Good story…
~Kaisy Daisy’s Corner
I was impressed with all the details or getting ready for school and subject for teaching. It came across like a lot of extra time put in the book. It made the Character of Sheridan Hendley come alive for me.
~readalot
This was a charming novel that I really enjoyed reading.
~3 Partners in Shopping; Nana, Mommy, &; Sissy too!
The plot is intricate, but understandable. There is definitely substance to the work. It is academic without being stuffy. (I don’t know about you, but I appreciate that a lot.) The writing flows very well, making the story enjoyable.
~Back Porchervations
I enjoyed the romance aspect of this mystery. This is a great summer read.
~Deal Sharing Aunt
It’s a fast read that explores the sometimes tangled relationships that exist in academia.
~Cicero’s Children
This is a first in a new series and it was a fantastic read! I love reading a book that keeps you wanting more…
~Shelley’s Book Case
This cozy was a good one. In fact, it was great!
~The Book Junkie
I enjoyed it and didn’t want to stop reading.
~Brooke Blogs
Good story…
~Kaisy Daisy’s Corner
I was impressed with all the details or getting ready for school and subject for teaching. It came across like a lot of extra time put in the book. It made the Character of Sheridan Hendley come alive for me.
~readalot
This was a charming novel that I really enjoyed reading.
~3 Partners in Shopping; Nana, Mommy, &; Sissy too!
The plot is intricate, but understandable. There is definitely substance to the work. It is academic without being stuffy. (I don’t know about you, but I appreciate that a lot.) The writing flows very well, making the story enjoyable.
~Back Porchervations
I enjoyed the romance aspect of this mystery. This is a great summer read.
~Deal Sharing Aunt
It’s a fast read that explores the sometimes tangled relationships that exist in academia.
~Cicero’s Children
This is a first in a new series and it was a fantastic read! I love reading a book that keeps you wanting more…
~Shelley’s Book Case
This cozy was a good one. In fact, it was great!
~The Book Junkie
I enjoyed it and didn’t want to stop reading.
~Brooke Blogs
August 5, 2014
Book Review: MURDER BY SYLLABUB (An Ellen McKenzie Mystery) by Kathleen Delaney
Synopsis:
A ghost in Colonial dress has been wreaking havoc at an old plantation house in Virginia. The house is owned by Elizabeth Smithwood, the best friend of Ellen’s Aunt Mary. Mary is determined to fly to the rescue, and Ellen McKenzie has no choice but to leave her real estate business and new husband to accompany her. Who else will keep the old girl out of trouble? When Ellen and Aunt Mary arrive, they find that Elizabeth’s “house” comprises three sprawling buildings containing all manner of secret entrances and passages, not to mention slave cabins. But who owns what and who owned whom? After Monty—the so-called ghost and stepson of Elizabeth’s dead husband—turns up dead in Elizabeth’s house, suspicion falls on her. Especially when the cause of death is a poisoned glass of syllabub taken from a batch of the sweet, creamy after-dinner drink sitting in Elizabeth’s refrigerator. Monty had enemies to spare. Why was he roaming the old house? What was he searching for? To find the truth, Ellen and her Aunt Mary will have to do much more than rummage through stacks of old crates; they will have to expose two hundred years of grudges and vendettas. The spirits they disturb are far deadlier than the one who brought them to Virginia. Murder by Syllabub is the fifth book of the Ellen McKenzie Mystery series.
Review:The story is set in Colonial Williamsburg in a plantation home. Ellen and her Aunt Mary have arrived to the plantation at the request of Aunt Mary's old friend, Elizabeth. Elizabeth is afraid the house is haunted and there's some concern as to how well she is coping with her husband's death. Then the "ghost" is found dead - by a serving of a traditional dish the Elizabeth had made for her arriving guests. Ellen and Aunt Mary get bits and pieces of plantation history and family history and try to put together what someone is looking for among the secret tunnels that make up Elizabeth's home. Interesting characters, fast pace, and lots of secrets make this an interesting read. Although part of a series, this book can be read as a stand-alone.
AMAZON
A ghost in Colonial dress has been wreaking havoc at an old plantation house in Virginia. The house is owned by Elizabeth Smithwood, the best friend of Ellen’s Aunt Mary. Mary is determined to fly to the rescue, and Ellen McKenzie has no choice but to leave her real estate business and new husband to accompany her. Who else will keep the old girl out of trouble? When Ellen and Aunt Mary arrive, they find that Elizabeth’s “house” comprises three sprawling buildings containing all manner of secret entrances and passages, not to mention slave cabins. But who owns what and who owned whom? After Monty—the so-called ghost and stepson of Elizabeth’s dead husband—turns up dead in Elizabeth’s house, suspicion falls on her. Especially when the cause of death is a poisoned glass of syllabub taken from a batch of the sweet, creamy after-dinner drink sitting in Elizabeth’s refrigerator. Monty had enemies to spare. Why was he roaming the old house? What was he searching for? To find the truth, Ellen and her Aunt Mary will have to do much more than rummage through stacks of old crates; they will have to expose two hundred years of grudges and vendettas. The spirits they disturb are far deadlier than the one who brought them to Virginia. Murder by Syllabub is the fifth book of the Ellen McKenzie Mystery series.
Review:The story is set in Colonial Williamsburg in a plantation home. Ellen and her Aunt Mary have arrived to the plantation at the request of Aunt Mary's old friend, Elizabeth. Elizabeth is afraid the house is haunted and there's some concern as to how well she is coping with her husband's death. Then the "ghost" is found dead - by a serving of a traditional dish the Elizabeth had made for her arriving guests. Ellen and Aunt Mary get bits and pieces of plantation history and family history and try to put together what someone is looking for among the secret tunnels that make up Elizabeth's home. Interesting characters, fast pace, and lots of secrets make this an interesting read. Although part of a series, this book can be read as a stand-alone.AMAZON
July 31, 2014
Book Review: DEATH IN PERSPECTIVE (A Cherry Tucker Mystery) by Larissa Reinhart
Synopsis:
The curtain rises on Cherry Tucker’s debut as a high school set designer at the posh Peerless Day Academy. Cherry’s been hired for an adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, but the drama director is hoping Cherry can also turn the spotlight on a malicious social media bully who’s sending poisonous texts to the faculty. The director’s got his own drama to hide, and the phantom texter seems eager to spill school secrets. When the principal’s secretary commits suicide, Cherry suspects foul play.
Deputy Luke Harper is ready to return as Cherry’s leading man. He’s eager to assist in finding the phantom culprit, but Cherry fears family secrets offstage may doom them to the role as star-crossed lovers. With the bully waiting for a murderous encore and her own family skeletons to hide, Cherry scrambles to find her brother and the mysterious texter before the phantom decides it’s curtains for Cherry and forces her to take a final bow.
Review:
This is the fourth in the Cherry Tucker Mystery series (released in June) and is every bit as enjoyable as the others (yes, I have read them all). The "characters" at the private school for the arts are unique but appear to be dealing with the latest problem of cyberbullying through texts and the school's own social media. A student suicided the previous year and now the principal's secretary? Not likely. But Cherry is determined to find the texter or murderer.
Then there's the rivalry between the music program whose leader (Tinsley) hires Cherry to produce his set and the art teacher. In the meantime, on the home front, the family feud continues to create drama and dismay between Luke and Cherry - their very own version of the Hatfields and McCoys or Romeo and Juliet. A fun read and a bit of stretch to imagine Tinsley's version of Romeo and Juliet underwater with bubbles.
AMAZON
The previous books in the series:Portrait of a Dead Guy (#1)Still Life in Brunswick Stew (#2)Hijack in Abstract (#3)
The curtain rises on Cherry Tucker’s debut as a high school set designer at the posh Peerless Day Academy. Cherry’s been hired for an adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, but the drama director is hoping Cherry can also turn the spotlight on a malicious social media bully who’s sending poisonous texts to the faculty. The director’s got his own drama to hide, and the phantom texter seems eager to spill school secrets. When the principal’s secretary commits suicide, Cherry suspects foul play.
Deputy Luke Harper is ready to return as Cherry’s leading man. He’s eager to assist in finding the phantom culprit, but Cherry fears family secrets offstage may doom them to the role as star-crossed lovers. With the bully waiting for a murderous encore and her own family skeletons to hide, Cherry scrambles to find her brother and the mysterious texter before the phantom decides it’s curtains for Cherry and forces her to take a final bow.
Review:
This is the fourth in the Cherry Tucker Mystery series (released in June) and is every bit as enjoyable as the others (yes, I have read them all). The "characters" at the private school for the arts are unique but appear to be dealing with the latest problem of cyberbullying through texts and the school's own social media. A student suicided the previous year and now the principal's secretary? Not likely. But Cherry is determined to find the texter or murderer.Then there's the rivalry between the music program whose leader (Tinsley) hires Cherry to produce his set and the art teacher. In the meantime, on the home front, the family feud continues to create drama and dismay between Luke and Cherry - their very own version of the Hatfields and McCoys or Romeo and Juliet. A fun read and a bit of stretch to imagine Tinsley's version of Romeo and Juliet underwater with bubbles.
AMAZON
The previous books in the series:Portrait of a Dead Guy (#1)Still Life in Brunswick Stew (#2)Hijack in Abstract (#3)
July 28, 2014
Blog Tour for Murder at Cold Creek College Jul 28-Aug 8
Here's the full schedule! Be sure to check out these great blogs!!!!
Tour Participants
July 28 – Kelly P's Blog – Interview
July 29 – Kaisy Daisy's Corner - Review
July 30 – readalot blog - Review
July 31 – 3 Partners in Shopping, Nana, Mommy, & Sissy, Too! - Review
August 1 – Back Porchervations - Review
August 2 – Deal Sharing Aunt - Review
August 3 – Queen of All She Reads - Review
August 4 – Cicero's Children - Review
August 5 – Shelley's Book Case - Review, Interview
August 6 – The Book Junkie - Review
August 7 – Brooke Blogs - Review
August 8 – A Blue Million Books - Interview
July 19, 2014
Great Escapes Blog Tour: GRANNY SKEWERS A SCOUNDREL (A Fuschia Minnesota Mystery) by Julie Seedorf
This Laugh out loud whodunit will have you reading past your bedtime.~Shelley’s Book Case
Synopsis
Granny has a new addition to her arsenal of crime fighting weapons as Fuchsia, Minnesota’s most colorful detective. Now, along with her famous crook-hooking umbrella, she’s acquired a scoundrel-skewering knitting needle. And just in time! Residents of Fuchsia seem to be dropping dead like flies! First, it’s Granny’s neighbor Sally (who gives up the ghost in her weed-filled front yard), followed by Esmeralda Periwinkle (the squirrel lover on Main Street), and then, Mr. Nail, owner of the local hardware store (who is squashed when dozens of bags of fertilizer fall on top of him). Granny is baffled. Who is behind this murder spree?
Granny enlists the help of her sort of boyfriend franklin Gatsby, the town’s police chief Cornelius Stricknine (or “The Big Guy”), her reality-show loving neighbor Mavis, and her own son Thor. And, of course, the special assistance of her menagerie of pets — including Mr. Bleaty, the goat. Soon Granny is hot on the trail of this dastardly murderer. Unfortunately, when Granny herself is poisoned, everyone insists that she cool her crime solving ways and stay indoors and out of harms way. Of course, that’s never going to happen! Not when Granny knows all the secret passageways and tunnels that run underneath Fuchsia. Out she goes–and watch out, you evil doers! Granny will solve this mystery–you can bet your pink undies, she will!
Review
Hermoiny Vidalia Criony Fiddlestaat (aka Granny) is not your usual Granny. As you might guess, her friends and animals are not quite ordinary either. Although perceived as senile and of concern to her children, Granny has her ways of solving crimes. This is the second in the Fuschia, Minnesota series and continues Granny's sleuthing despite those concerns. The characters are quirky and extraordinary, the plot a bit twisty, and altogether a fun read. Hopefully, there will more Fuschia Minnesota Mysteries in the future.
About This Author
Julie grew up in a small Minnesota community. She knows the value of neighbors looking out for neighbors.
Julie has worn many hats during her lifetime. She has been a waitress, barmaid, activities assistant, store clerk, office manager and for the last 14 years has worked in computer repair, and finally owning her own computer repair business. In January 2014 she closed her computer business to write full time.
Her most important career in her estimation has been wife, mother and grandmother. Nothing could equal the gift of nurturing and watching her children and grandchildren grow.
Julie is also a columnist for the Albert Lea Tribune. Her column “Something About Nothing” brings a little fluff to an unfluffy world. She believes there is always something underlying in the nothings we talk about. In 2011 she self-published “Whatchamacallit? Thingamajig?. It is a book about grandmothers and grandchildren. It was a collaboration between her grandchildren and Julie. Along with a glossary and lots of weird words, it is a mystery that reveals to the characters grandchildren who Grandma used to be.In 2013 Julie signed a contract with Cozy Cat Press for the publication of her Cozy Mystery “Granny Hooks A Crook.” It fulfilled one item on Julie’s bucket list. Granny lives in the fictional town of Fuchsia, Minnesota. The Fuchsia, Minnesota books is a series. Granny Skewers A Scoundrel, book two in the series was released in March 2014. The Fuchsia books are unusual cozies with a little satire about small communities and an over the top Granny that gives a new meaning to old. Julie also writes free lance for the Courier Sentinel and the Albert Lea Tribune. She also is designing a line of shirts, cups and other material to complement her books.
Never quit dreaming is Julie’s motto. Dreams are the gateway to fun, fantasy and the future.
Author Links
http://www.julieseedorf.com,http://www.sprinklednotes.com,http://www.facebook.com/sprinklednotes,http://www.facebook.com/grannyfromfuchsiaminnesota, Twitter: @julieseedorf
Purchase Links
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B&NTour Participants
July 14 – Shelley’s Book Case - Review
July 15 – Kelly P’s Blog - Interview
July 16 – My Recent Favorite Books – Review
July17 – Melina’s Book Blog – Review, Guest Post
July 18 – readalot blog – Review
July 19 – Christa Reads and Writes – Review
July 20 – Latte’ Da! – Review, Guest Post
July 21 – Author Michele Lynn Seigfried’s Blog – Guest Post
July 22 – Brooke Blogs – Review, Guest Post
July 23 – Back Porchervations – Review
July 24 – Teresa Trent Author Site – Review, Interview
July 25 – Omnimystery News – Interview -
July 26 – LibriAmoriMiei – Review
July 27 – a chick who reads – Review
July 28 – deal sharing aunt – Interview
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July 18, 2014
Review: TO CONSPIRE by Sara E. B. Gauldin
Synopsis
(from Amazon)
To Conspire is a fast paced mystery and crime drama that brings the element of conspiracy at all levels of public infrastructure into question. The story is based on a Detective who is ordered by her commanding officer to investigate the disappearances of several bankers off of the record. She is teamed up with a gentleman who ultimately causes her to question the simplistic view she has on crime.
Review
This is a fast-paced story and Avery is a likable protagonist. I found her honesty refreshing. She is teamed up with Kain, a man who is not your typical guy, and may be a bit paranoid. But, oh, those twinkling eyes. A quick read, there is a lot of action, good guys, bad guys, and some who may be in limbo. There is a touch of conspiracy theory, investment scams, and, yes, a budding romance. I hope Gauldin has more in store for Avery and Kain.
AMAZON
To Conspire is a fast paced mystery and crime drama that brings the element of conspiracy at all levels of public infrastructure into question. The story is based on a Detective who is ordered by her commanding officer to investigate the disappearances of several bankers off of the record. She is teamed up with a gentleman who ultimately causes her to question the simplistic view she has on crime.
Review
This is a fast-paced story and Avery is a likable protagonist. I found her honesty refreshing. She is teamed up with Kain, a man who is not your typical guy, and may be a bit paranoid. But, oh, those twinkling eyes. A quick read, there is a lot of action, good guys, bad guys, and some who may be in limbo. There is a touch of conspiracy theory, investment scams, and, yes, a budding romance. I hope Gauldin has more in store for Avery and Kain.
AMAZON
