Beating About the Bush

Beating About the Bush by M.C. Beaton

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


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This was okay but nothing special. It's a mystery novel but I don't think I'd classify it as a whodunit. The principle character is supposed to be feisty but comes off as merely crotchety. The plot is recycled which, in itself, isn't a problem; however, using a common plot works best if the author gives it some sort of individual twist and that wasn't done here. Parts of the book were intended to be humorous but weren't developed sufficiently to work. If you like detective books this one's okay and suitable for reading during a long flight or daily commute but it's nothing special.



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