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Palm Trees in the Pyrenees
Unappreciated and passed over for promotion, thirty-year-old Danielle's career in law enforcement is going nowhere. When a hated Englishman is found dead, her idyllic hometown turns upside down. Against a background of prejudice, jealousy, and greed, Danielle tries to piece together the clues. But can she find enough evidence to solve the case - and get the recognition she deserves?
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178 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 24, 2011
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March 30, 2024
Is there such a thing as cozy noir fiction?
Elly Grant's PALM TREES IN THE PYRENEES is an odd, if not unique, combination of genres - cozy mystery, police procedural and psychological noir fiction. And, while it's short easy-reading almost simplistic stuff, it definitely works and is strangely compelling to the point that it could be classified as a page-turner.
Elly Grant's heroine, Danielle, is a female police officer in a small tourist town in the Pyrenees in southwest France. While Danielle is portrayed as a heterosexual (frankly, I'm not convinced and I don't believe that Danielle is either), her life "partner", Patricia, is a confirmed lesbian. That is to say, Danielle and Patricia live together, frequently express their love for one another and their complete satisfaction with their life together but also routinely assure themselves and others that the relationship is platonic. Murder and "mayhem" regularly invade Danielle's precinct and each crime is "solved" but with an interesting two-part noir closing twist that is clearly the signature MO for the entire Pyrenees series. The first part of the dénouement is Danielle's confession to Patricia of the facts of the case but the final revelation is a sotto voce aside from Danielle directly to the readers in which she reveals that her confession to Patricia wasn't quite the full disclosure that she had made it out to be.
This is an interesting, if somewhat sneaky and underhanded, way to close out the mystery but it does seem to work and provides for several hours of entertaining reading.
As a seasoned traveler who has visited this part of the world, I would ask Ms Grant to add more culture and colour to her stories - food, markets, shopping, festivals, descriptions of towns and architecture, the odd combination of French and Spanish that becomes the local Catalan dialect, a clearer mental picture of the spectacular mountain scenery and so on. What is there is good but I want more, more, more. (I confess I drooled over a wonderful description of cassoulet - that rich, slow-cooked casserole containing meat (typically pork sausages, goose, duck and sometimes mutton), pork skin and white beans.
I really must take a moment to point out two moments of particular stand-out humour. The first instance occurred when a local merchant offered Danielle a gift (read "bribe") of local Catalan sausage as a less than subtle thank-you for Danielle's cooperation in ensuring that his visits to the local whore house did not become public knowledge. After agreeing upon a reasonable explanation for her having the sausage, Danielle left the merchant with the brilliantly witty closing line, "After all, we don't want a sausage to get you into trouble, do we?" The second belly laugh came when Danielle and Patricia, on their return from a visit as French tourists to London, England, turned stereotypes on their head by talking about how stiff, cold and abrupt that Englanders could be. Turnabout is fair play, of course.
Good work, Ms Grant. I'll look forward to reading the next installment in the series.
Paul Weiss
Elly Grant's PALM TREES IN THE PYRENEES is an odd, if not unique, combination of genres - cozy mystery, police procedural and psychological noir fiction. And, while it's short easy-reading almost simplistic stuff, it definitely works and is strangely compelling to the point that it could be classified as a page-turner.
Elly Grant's heroine, Danielle, is a female police officer in a small tourist town in the Pyrenees in southwest France. While Danielle is portrayed as a heterosexual (frankly, I'm not convinced and I don't believe that Danielle is either), her life "partner", Patricia, is a confirmed lesbian. That is to say, Danielle and Patricia live together, frequently express their love for one another and their complete satisfaction with their life together but also routinely assure themselves and others that the relationship is platonic. Murder and "mayhem" regularly invade Danielle's precinct and each crime is "solved" but with an interesting two-part noir closing twist that is clearly the signature MO for the entire Pyrenees series. The first part of the dénouement is Danielle's confession to Patricia of the facts of the case but the final revelation is a sotto voce aside from Danielle directly to the readers in which she reveals that her confession to Patricia wasn't quite the full disclosure that she had made it out to be.
This is an interesting, if somewhat sneaky and underhanded, way to close out the mystery but it does seem to work and provides for several hours of entertaining reading.
As a seasoned traveler who has visited this part of the world, I would ask Ms Grant to add more culture and colour to her stories - food, markets, shopping, festivals, descriptions of towns and architecture, the odd combination of French and Spanish that becomes the local Catalan dialect, a clearer mental picture of the spectacular mountain scenery and so on. What is there is good but I want more, more, more. (I confess I drooled over a wonderful description of cassoulet - that rich, slow-cooked casserole containing meat (typically pork sausages, goose, duck and sometimes mutton), pork skin and white beans.
I really must take a moment to point out two moments of particular stand-out humour. The first instance occurred when a local merchant offered Danielle a gift (read "bribe") of local Catalan sausage as a less than subtle thank-you for Danielle's cooperation in ensuring that his visits to the local whore house did not become public knowledge. After agreeing upon a reasonable explanation for her having the sausage, Danielle left the merchant with the brilliantly witty closing line, "After all, we don't want a sausage to get you into trouble, do we?" The second belly laugh came when Danielle and Patricia, on their return from a visit as French tourists to London, England, turned stereotypes on their head by talking about how stiff, cold and abrupt that Englanders could be. Turnabout is fair play, of course.
Good work, Ms Grant. I'll look forward to reading the next installment in the series.
Paul Weiss
January 9, 2020
To think that one simple act could change so much is amazing.
- Elly Grant, Palm Trees in the Pyrenees
Palm Trees in the Pyrenees is the first book that I have read by Elly Grant.
This book is a detective story. But, it is different from typical detective books. The plot evolves around both unfolding the mystery and development of the personality of the detective, Danielle.
The mystery solving style of detective Danielle is interesting.
The ending of the book is surprising.
- Elly Grant, Palm Trees in the Pyrenees
Palm Trees in the Pyrenees is the first book that I have read by Elly Grant.
This book is a detective story. But, it is different from typical detective books. The plot evolves around both unfolding the mystery and development of the personality of the detective, Danielle.
The mystery solving style of detective Danielle is interesting.
The ending of the book is surprising.
September 16, 2019
Giving an insight into a small town Pyrenees community along with a mysterious death to be investigated, this is a great read packed with great characters and so many surprises along the way! Danielle is the only police officer based in this small community and she's getting fed up of being overlooked for promotion and living with her mother. When an Englishman falls to his untimely death from a balcony this sparks an investigation in which Danielle plays a leading role, endeavouring to discover if this was suicide, an accident or murder. The dead man was an unpopular member of the community, upsetting many of the locals even on the day of his death. There are many possibilities but discovering just what happened could be the turning point in Danielle's career . . . .
This is an intriguing read with so many great characters who may be suspects if it is murder. As Danielle investigates, the evidence is accumulating but just what will the verdict be? There's one thing for sure, the twist at the end was something I certainly hadn't been expecting!
This is the first book in a series set in the Pyrenees. The author brings the area and the community living there to life in the story, warts and all. There are many potential suspects, some people to dislike and others to appreciate but all well developed. It is a great read and one I highly recommend to anyone who enjoys crime investigations or mysteries.
I requested and was gifted a copy of this book and this is my honest review after choosing to read it.
This is an intriguing read with so many great characters who may be suspects if it is murder. As Danielle investigates, the evidence is accumulating but just what will the verdict be? There's one thing for sure, the twist at the end was something I certainly hadn't been expecting!
This is the first book in a series set in the Pyrenees. The author brings the area and the community living there to life in the story, warts and all. There are many potential suspects, some people to dislike and others to appreciate but all well developed. It is a great read and one I highly recommend to anyone who enjoys crime investigations or mysteries.
I requested and was gifted a copy of this book and this is my honest review after choosing to read it.
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December 24, 2019
Palm Trees in the Pyrenees by Elly Grant
Series: Book 1 in a series
Published: 2016 by Creativa
Genre: Murder Mystery, International murder mystery
Pages: 195
Available: ebook, paperback
Violence Level: 😨minimal
Sexual Content: 💗minimal
The Plot in brief: Danielle is a thirty-year-old policewoman in a small French town. She feels insignificant and unappreciated until a disliked foreigner falls to his death. Was it an accident or was it murder? Can Danielle solve the murder and get the recognition and promotion she deserves?
The Characters: Danielle is a likeable woman with a sympathetic personality. We see her change over the course of the book into a strong, confident woman, a phrase which the author repeats multiple times in case you don't quite get it. The reader is offered quite a collection of suspects, which took a while for me to sort out, but I thought they were believable and interesting in both their motivations and actions.
The Writing: Opening with the death of the victim, the story moves into a chapter in which Danielle herself speaks directly to the reader, a writing device which I do not care for, unless done extremely well. The remainder of the book is written in first person POV- present tense, my least favorite style to read, as the narration is often reduced to a 'then I did this and then I did that' feel, which is sometimes the case in this book.
The pace is pretty zippy and there are a few interesting twists and turns as each of the possible suspects shares their story with Danielle. At times, the dialogue is fussy and formal and doesn't sound natural, especially between Danielle and her best friend, Patricia.
The book is well edited, without obvious errors. Yea!
Overall Opinion: The murder-mystery part of the book was entertaining, and I enjoyed the setting. Elly Grant treats her readers to a taste of life in a small French town in the Pyrenees, complete with wine and baguettes! The story itself reads more like a cozy murder mystery, nothing too graphic, except for a liberal use of the 'F' word. Danielle comes off more as a sleuth than an actual detective and there is very little police prodedure in the plot.
I did not like the juxtaposing of Danielle as a modern day policewoman with stodgy, ancient biases against women in positions of power. Maybe if the book was set in the 1970s or 1980s, the overt attitude against women might be more believable but I found it out-of-place in what seemed to be a modern day setting.
I was certainly surprised by the ending!
Recommendation: I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys cozy murder mysteries in an interesting setting. It's a quick, easy read and once you get the characters straight, there's not much to do but turn the page. A good beach read or just want a quick, entertaining story.
I give this book 3 Stars ⭐⭐⭐
see www.thebookdelight.com for all my reviews.
Series: Book 1 in a series
Published: 2016 by Creativa
Genre: Murder Mystery, International murder mystery
Pages: 195
Available: ebook, paperback
Violence Level: 😨minimal
Sexual Content: 💗minimal
The Plot in brief: Danielle is a thirty-year-old policewoman in a small French town. She feels insignificant and unappreciated until a disliked foreigner falls to his death. Was it an accident or was it murder? Can Danielle solve the murder and get the recognition and promotion she deserves?
The Characters: Danielle is a likeable woman with a sympathetic personality. We see her change over the course of the book into a strong, confident woman, a phrase which the author repeats multiple times in case you don't quite get it. The reader is offered quite a collection of suspects, which took a while for me to sort out, but I thought they were believable and interesting in both their motivations and actions.
The Writing: Opening with the death of the victim, the story moves into a chapter in which Danielle herself speaks directly to the reader, a writing device which I do not care for, unless done extremely well. The remainder of the book is written in first person POV- present tense, my least favorite style to read, as the narration is often reduced to a 'then I did this and then I did that' feel, which is sometimes the case in this book.
The pace is pretty zippy and there are a few interesting twists and turns as each of the possible suspects shares their story with Danielle. At times, the dialogue is fussy and formal and doesn't sound natural, especially between Danielle and her best friend, Patricia.
The book is well edited, without obvious errors. Yea!
Overall Opinion: The murder-mystery part of the book was entertaining, and I enjoyed the setting. Elly Grant treats her readers to a taste of life in a small French town in the Pyrenees, complete with wine and baguettes! The story itself reads more like a cozy murder mystery, nothing too graphic, except for a liberal use of the 'F' word. Danielle comes off more as a sleuth than an actual detective and there is very little police prodedure in the plot.
I did not like the juxtaposing of Danielle as a modern day policewoman with stodgy, ancient biases against women in positions of power. Maybe if the book was set in the 1970s or 1980s, the overt attitude against women might be more believable but I found it out-of-place in what seemed to be a modern day setting.
I was certainly surprised by the ending!
Recommendation: I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys cozy murder mysteries in an interesting setting. It's a quick, easy read and once you get the characters straight, there's not much to do but turn the page. A good beach read or just want a quick, entertaining story.
I give this book 3 Stars ⭐⭐⭐
see www.thebookdelight.com for all my reviews.
October 7, 2017
Nice mix of who did and everyday life in a small European town.
September 19, 2019
This was my first book by Elly Grant, and my first experience of life in the Pyrenees. It goes without saying that I want more! I loved the style of writing, the first person narration by Danielle, who is nothing if not brutally honest about the people in her village.
She has a particularly difficult relationship with some of the English folk who have migrated to France, and some of their attempts to integrate are sorely lacking – and embarrassing (I can say that as a British migrant in Europe, and sadly I wholly agree with Danielle)
As the only police officer in the small village, she feels undervalued, having been passed over for promotion on several occasions. So it was nice to see her grow in confidence as she tackled the murder cases. She may have been hard on herself in how she thought others saw her – granted, there were a few (her parents included) who saw her as a woman in a man’s job, never believing she was capable. Yet she comes to realise that people think more highly of her, and the murder cases only go to prove her abilities.
I loved how she and her friend Patricia were so determined to do what suited them, regardless of the gossip that seemed inevitable.
As the end came, I did feel a little let down, as though the original murder was just going to be written off as an accident. But then, wow, the twist in the tale jolted me back into the story. I didn’t see that coming, and for that very reason I have to read more of Danielle’s story.
Whilst the story is set in a tranquil, picturesque village, what follows is far from dull. Interesting characters with histories to put many of them in the suspect’s seat while they each seem to implicate another. A proper whodunnit that will leave you intrigued … and with an ending that you will never expect!
She has a particularly difficult relationship with some of the English folk who have migrated to France, and some of their attempts to integrate are sorely lacking – and embarrassing (I can say that as a British migrant in Europe, and sadly I wholly agree with Danielle)
As the only police officer in the small village, she feels undervalued, having been passed over for promotion on several occasions. So it was nice to see her grow in confidence as she tackled the murder cases. She may have been hard on herself in how she thought others saw her – granted, there were a few (her parents included) who saw her as a woman in a man’s job, never believing she was capable. Yet she comes to realise that people think more highly of her, and the murder cases only go to prove her abilities.
I loved how she and her friend Patricia were so determined to do what suited them, regardless of the gossip that seemed inevitable.
As the end came, I did feel a little let down, as though the original murder was just going to be written off as an accident. But then, wow, the twist in the tale jolted me back into the story. I didn’t see that coming, and for that very reason I have to read more of Danielle’s story.
Whilst the story is set in a tranquil, picturesque village, what follows is far from dull. Interesting characters with histories to put many of them in the suspect’s seat while they each seem to implicate another. A proper whodunnit that will leave you intrigued … and with an ending that you will never expect!
September 20, 2019
Superficially, this story, the first book in the ‘Death In The Pyrenees’ series, seems like a cozy mystery, set in the South of France. It does have many of the attributes of a cozy read; multiple suspects, a dramatic murder, a small, close knit quirky community, but as the story progresses, the reader appreciates that the story is more than this.
The bullying, malicious gossip and prejudice, Danielle the town’s solitary police presence uncovers ,gives this story a strong noir element. Corruption, drugs and vice, are all themes alluded to, in this story, which is a hybrid between a murder mystery and a police procedural.
Written in the first person, from Danielle’s point of view, her compassion, dedication and naivety, help the reader to see what lies beneath, the friendly, safe ethos, the town projects. She is easy to like, and gives this story a unique perspective that engages the reader from the first page. There is a retro feeling to this story, where even though the problems are contemporary, the community and personal beliefs and motivations are not.
The plot is pacy, and the characters full of surprises. The mystery keeps most of its secrets until the final stages and the ending is well executed. An original murder mystery which keeps you reading happily until the last page.
I received a copy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.
The bullying, malicious gossip and prejudice, Danielle the town’s solitary police presence uncovers ,gives this story a strong noir element. Corruption, drugs and vice, are all themes alluded to, in this story, which is a hybrid between a murder mystery and a police procedural.
Written in the first person, from Danielle’s point of view, her compassion, dedication and naivety, help the reader to see what lies beneath, the friendly, safe ethos, the town projects. She is easy to like, and gives this story a unique perspective that engages the reader from the first page. There is a retro feeling to this story, where even though the problems are contemporary, the community and personal beliefs and motivations are not.
The plot is pacy, and the characters full of surprises. The mystery keeps most of its secrets until the final stages and the ending is well executed. An original murder mystery which keeps you reading happily until the last page.
I received a copy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.
September 17, 2019
At just under 200 pages this is an easy read - but don't be fooled into thinking it's a simple one; this tale has hidden depths!
Danielle is the sole police officer in a small town in the picturesque south of France. She is miffed at having been passed over promotion - it seems being female has it's drawbacks. With another opportunity on the horizon, Danielle knows that she needs to be more assertive - and it has to be noticed by the powers that be. With the sudden death of a resident who is much hated in the neighbourhood, could this be the chance to be noticed? A quick result might just do the trick . . .
This is a great introduction to the life and career of Danielle! I got into the story really quickly, and rather admired her work ethic. As with all good dramas, we don't only follow the mystery but also the personal life of the main character and as a bonus we learn lots about the area too. With plenty of scope for where the next book could be heading, this is one series I'll be happy to follow; and the best bit comes right at the very end! I love a book with twists, and this one both shocked and surprised me. For me, a solid four star read and one I'm happy to recommend to lovers of this genre.
Danielle is the sole police officer in a small town in the picturesque south of France. She is miffed at having been passed over promotion - it seems being female has it's drawbacks. With another opportunity on the horizon, Danielle knows that she needs to be more assertive - and it has to be noticed by the powers that be. With the sudden death of a resident who is much hated in the neighbourhood, could this be the chance to be noticed? A quick result might just do the trick . . .
This is a great introduction to the life and career of Danielle! I got into the story really quickly, and rather admired her work ethic. As with all good dramas, we don't only follow the mystery but also the personal life of the main character and as a bonus we learn lots about the area too. With plenty of scope for where the next book could be heading, this is one series I'll be happy to follow; and the best bit comes right at the very end! I love a book with twists, and this one both shocked and surprised me. For me, a solid four star read and one I'm happy to recommend to lovers of this genre.
March 29, 2020
This short, humorous novel set in a small Pyrenean mountain town is a great fun, easy read.
Our narrator is Danielle, single, in her thirties and despite being the town’s only law enforcement officer, she is almost an invisible presence to the other residents and overlooked for promotion by her superiors. One day, something shifts, and everything begins to change for Danielle. The day, coincidently, that Steven, a wealthy British estate agent, falls to his death from a balcony.
All of a sudden, everyone is keen to speak to Danielle and informally point the finger of suspicion at someone else. Everyone foreign, that is! We follow Danielle as she picks her way through the gossip and evidence to determine exactly what did happen on the balcony that morning. Along the way we meet the eccentric foreigners who, with varying degrees of success, have made themselves at home in the town, we learn exactly what Danielle thinks of them all and we watch her life change for the better.
I really enjoyed reading this and trying to work out who was guilty and who wasn’t. I’m certainly looking forward to reading more from Elly Grant.
Our narrator is Danielle, single, in her thirties and despite being the town’s only law enforcement officer, she is almost an invisible presence to the other residents and overlooked for promotion by her superiors. One day, something shifts, and everything begins to change for Danielle. The day, coincidently, that Steven, a wealthy British estate agent, falls to his death from a balcony.
All of a sudden, everyone is keen to speak to Danielle and informally point the finger of suspicion at someone else. Everyone foreign, that is! We follow Danielle as she picks her way through the gossip and evidence to determine exactly what did happen on the balcony that morning. Along the way we meet the eccentric foreigners who, with varying degrees of success, have made themselves at home in the town, we learn exactly what Danielle thinks of them all and we watch her life change for the better.
I really enjoyed reading this and trying to work out who was guilty and who wasn’t. I’m certainly looking forward to reading more from Elly Grant.
September 23, 2019
Palm Trees in the Pyrenees was a fun mystery that was difficult for me to put down. Between the beautiful setting, impactful characters and of course, the murder mystery, this was a great read.
Rookie cop, Danielle is a fantastic lead. Desperate yo feel noticed, she struggles with feelings of inadequacy. It was fun to watch her character grow as she takes the lead and investigates the mystery.
Elly Grant’s descriptive setting and ability to deliver a solid mystery that was difficult to guess makes Palm Trees in the Pyrenees a worthwhile read. I didn’t see the end coming, and was really happy with that.
I’m looking forward to reading more in this series and more from Elly Grant. Definitely recommended!
*I received a copy of this novel as part of a blog tour with Rachel's Random Resources. All opinions are my own.*
Find this review and more on my blog: https://jessicabelmont.wordpress.com/
Rookie cop, Danielle is a fantastic lead. Desperate yo feel noticed, she struggles with feelings of inadequacy. It was fun to watch her character grow as she takes the lead and investigates the mystery.
Elly Grant’s descriptive setting and ability to deliver a solid mystery that was difficult to guess makes Palm Trees in the Pyrenees a worthwhile read. I didn’t see the end coming, and was really happy with that.
I’m looking forward to reading more in this series and more from Elly Grant. Definitely recommended!
*I received a copy of this novel as part of a blog tour with Rachel's Random Resources. All opinions are my own.*
Find this review and more on my blog: https://jessicabelmont.wordpress.com/
September 16, 2019
The opening chapter is very intriguing. We don't know anything about the dead person or who the person is telling us this story. Yet we are compelled to keep turning the pages and want to know more.
The possible, plausible and factual all become entangled in this twisty tale of murder and self promotion.
Danielle is the lone cop in this community, feeling the effects of isolation and prejudice, being female in a man's profession. If she can solve this mystery she puts herself in a better light for promotion. If promoted, she may be able to move out from her parental disapproving scrutiny.
The people with the answers to her dilemma are foreigners, outsiders or in-comers, not long term residents who have known her since her childhood. They also have varied pasts, reasons for being here, and difficult relationships with the deceased.
The ending will surprise you.
The possible, plausible and factual all become entangled in this twisty tale of murder and self promotion.
Danielle is the lone cop in this community, feeling the effects of isolation and prejudice, being female in a man's profession. If she can solve this mystery she puts herself in a better light for promotion. If promoted, she may be able to move out from her parental disapproving scrutiny.
The people with the answers to her dilemma are foreigners, outsiders or in-comers, not long term residents who have known her since her childhood. They also have varied pasts, reasons for being here, and difficult relationships with the deceased.
The ending will surprise you.
November 11, 2019
The book is told by Danielle, who is in her thirties and single. She is stagnating in her role as a police officer in her town. She is overlooked by her colleagues and almost ignored by the town people.
However when an Englishman is found dead, she seizes the chance to prove herself and solve the demise of the unpopular man.
The description of the scenery in this book, is just beautiful and transports you straight over to France.
However when an Englishman is found dead, she seizes the chance to prove herself and solve the demise of the unpopular man.
The description of the scenery in this book, is just beautiful and transports you straight over to France.
December 28, 2019
Palm Trees in the Pyrenees was a surprise from beginning to end. I loved how Elly Grant gave life and ulterior motives to her characters. It was impossible to tell if deaths in the small spa town were due to suicide or murder, deliberate or accidental. The lesson to be learned: be careful who you annoy!
June 7, 2020
Low 3
I wasn't really satisfied with this as a mystery. One reason is that it felt like it meandered from the mystery even more than the average cozy. The other I can't explain without potentially spoiling the book, so let's summarize it as a matter of taste.
I wasn't really satisfied with this as a mystery. One reason is that it felt like it meandered from the mystery even more than the average cozy. The other I can't explain without potentially spoiling the book, so let's summarize it as a matter of taste.
August 27, 2017
Wonderful
Very well written! Full of mystery and twists that you never see coming. I was mesmerized from start to finish.
Very well written! Full of mystery and twists that you never see coming. I was mesmerized from start to finish.
December 22, 2021
A curiously immature and self centred detective is investigating a suspicious death in an insular English community in the South of France. Rather odd fairly cosy mystery.
October 10, 2016
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September 7, 2016
A beautiful setting, a slew of despicable characters, a few lovable characters and murder – all of these things combined create a fun little mystery that was difficult to put down.
Danielle is a rookie cop and she’s desperate to feel noticed and appreciated by the town she serves, instead, she’s treated as if she’s nothing more than an annoyance, not only by her fellow townspeople, but also her superiors. However the mysterious death of a local Englishman (one of the previously mentioned despicable characters) leads her to a tangled web of suspicion, deceit, and of course, murder. Danielle takes the lead and investigates the death, not only solving the mystery surrounding it, but she makes several other discoveries as well, and in turn, she turns the town upside down and gains the well-deserved accolades she’s desired since her commission as an officer.
I have to say that my favorite part of the book was the setting, the author did a beautiful job describing the scenery and it honestly made me feel as if I was wondering the streets of this lovely small Pyrenean town. I also enjoyed the ending, which was quite a surprise.
Typically I receive books for free in exchange for an honest and unbiased review, however this is a verified purchase. To date, I’ve purchased all three books in the series and very much look forward to the next one (reviews for books one and two are posted separately).
See all our reviews at http://www.bookexplosions.com/ or on Goodreads at https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/...
Danielle is a rookie cop and she’s desperate to feel noticed and appreciated by the town she serves, instead, she’s treated as if she’s nothing more than an annoyance, not only by her fellow townspeople, but also her superiors. However the mysterious death of a local Englishman (one of the previously mentioned despicable characters) leads her to a tangled web of suspicion, deceit, and of course, murder. Danielle takes the lead and investigates the death, not only solving the mystery surrounding it, but she makes several other discoveries as well, and in turn, she turns the town upside down and gains the well-deserved accolades she’s desired since her commission as an officer.
I have to say that my favorite part of the book was the setting, the author did a beautiful job describing the scenery and it honestly made me feel as if I was wondering the streets of this lovely small Pyrenean town. I also enjoyed the ending, which was quite a surprise.
Typically I receive books for free in exchange for an honest and unbiased review, however this is a verified purchase. To date, I’ve purchased all three books in the series and very much look forward to the next one (reviews for books one and two are posted separately).
See all our reviews at http://www.bookexplosions.com/ or on Goodreads at https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/...
May 10, 2016
This story kind of moved along. It was easy to read not taxing and it sounded lovely in the Pyrenees. A surprising ending. It's a prodded for sure.
January 31, 2017
title is odd
other than a title that didn't make sense until the last chapter I found this to be a very enjoyable read. I look forward to reading more by this author.
other than a title that didn't make sense until the last chapter I found this to be a very enjoyable read. I look forward to reading more by this author.
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