Perhaps She'll Die

Chantalene Mystery #1

by M.K. Preston

". . . features an unusual heroine, idiosyncratic characters, a bucolic setting, and an intriguing plot. Strongly recommended."- Library Journal Returning to her hometown to solve the mystery of her father's lynching, Chantalene must also unravel the mystery of her Mother's disappearance fifteen years ago. Shrouded in shame and secrecy, the townspeople resent Chantalene's meddling and history threatens to repeat itself. Chantalene must reevaluate who is friend and foe in a once familiar small town, where no one is who they appear to be.

Genres: Mystery, Fiction

204 pages, Paperback

First published June 27, 2001

About the author

Marcia Preston (M.K. Preston) grew up on a wheat farm in central Oklahoma. From her father she learned the art of storytelling; from her mother, a reverence for books; and from Oklahoma's red earth, a love of wildlife and the outdoors.

Reviews

[Marie (UK) · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was ruined by the absolutely appalling audio version it jumped more than a child skipping rope and I had to keep rewinding to get the full narrative. To be fair that was nothing to write home about either. I wont be reading any more

[Becky · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick entertaining mystery read with likable characters. The ending fell a bit short for me. I’d read another one of hers, looks like there’s a book 2 with some of the same characters. Might recommend.

[Susie James · Rating 4 out of 5]

Picked up a paperback mystery last time I was in the Carrollton, Miss. library: "Perhaps She'll Die" by M. K. Preston. I thought the cover looked familiar, but I had not read this mystery by the writer from Oklahoma. I do recommend it.

[Kara · Rating 2 out of 5]

A decent enough book to read while sick in bed. I don't think I would have finished it otherwise.

[Betsy]

Chantalene Mystery Series, Book 1

[Rylee Nelson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was really surprised by this book, I wasn’t expecting it to be as good as it was. I would totally recommend this book if your thinking about reading it. :)

[Coleen · Rating 3 out of 5]

(3.5 stars) This is a fairly short mystery novel which tells the story of mid-20's main character Chantalene who returns to her home town 12 years after the lynching of her father in order to confront her demons, as well as the person(s) guilty of the crime. In turn, she discovers what happened to her mother who disappeared shortly after. Enjoyable enough, this is a good weekend read.

[Bonnie Tharp · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. The main character is strong and wants answers. Unfortunately, people are dying (literally) to keep the truth a secret. With a little help from a man who returns to the community she finds out more than she bargained for. Well written and intriguing. I recommend this book if you want something that is hard to put down.

[Adaire · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good mystery read. The character has a few "lusty thoughts", but nothing eye popping. I really enjoy this author. This is the first book she ever published. I particullary enjoy her talent for description. She really gets a movie running in your head.

[Deirdre S. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Suspenseful, interesting characters. Weaves past and present together into a rich and ominous tapestry.

[Debra · Rating 3 out of 5]

Suspenseful story about an old Oklahoma murder and a daughter intent on bringing her father's killers to justice.

[Judi · Rating 4 out of 5]

kept me intersted and wondering "who done it".

[Audrey · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book and will be looking forward to more by this author.