Absolutely great “light reading” mysteries. Each book is fairly short, and the characters are all interesting, even the bit players.
I love how while investigating one thing they stumble upon other secrets, and adore how even that if they solve a case, often they are unable to find a way to prove it to law enforcement and some criminals walk away, clear and often richer for having committed a crime.
The family dynamics between sarah and her grown but still young son, is an accurate portrayal of growing up and away, an age where life exploration is more important than mom.
I understand why fans of strong, heavy, complex and dark mysteries don’t enjoy these books, but i am finding them the perfect read for a time when i was starting to feel “booked out” by too many “no hope” books.
This boxed set needs a lot of work, the formatting is poor, words are wrong, the lines are tired and the consistency is missing. I do not understand the high ratings.
Sarah Woods Mystery Series (Volume 3) — Jennifer L. Jennings (Sept. 17-19, 2018)
Contains #7-9 books in the series: “An Appetite for Revenge;” “A Date With Death;” “A Weapon of Choice.” Check individual titles for a more complete review.
Book 7: An Appetite for Revenge (19 chapters+Conclusion) Sept. 17, 2018 — Four stars Sarah heads to Florida and finds Max spending a lot ofttimes with his ex, Jennifer. While she stews on what that might mean, Max’s client dies of a heart attack…was it natural or unnatural and why is ax with Jennifer so much?
Book 8: A Date With Death (23 chapters) Sept. 18, 2018 — Four stars Sarah and Carter are asked to research three guys that a client is interested in dating, but doesn’t want to do the dating research herself. All three have skeletons in their closet. Are any of them bad to the bone? Meanwhile, Sarah has to make a decision in her personal life.
Book 9: A Weapon of Choice (29 chapters) Sept. 19, 2018 — Four stars Sarah’s son Brian refers a college friend to Sarah to investigate whether her mother was killed by a woman behind bars or if it was someone else. Carter reveals an important secret, causing Sarah’s personal life to come to ahead and there is no turning back.
As this series has progressed, the stories either keep getting better, or rehashed plots are brought to life again. I’m glad I’ve stuck with this series. The author has done something wonderful with these characters, and though I didn’t like how the first book turned out, I have really enjoyed the following ones. Sarah still comes off as a bit of a narrow-minded person, but she is slowly growing. And she is a good balance to Carter.
This set was a great addition to a fantastic series. I love reading about Sarah and Carter. They make a great team and are usually very good at what they do. Each book has a good mystery and the story lines are intriguing. I love following Sarah on her journey of finding what makes her happy. She grows as each case unfolds. And with Carter by her side, she has found her purpose. A great add to your tbr list.
Sarah is probably not going to win the best p.i. award
Sarah is not your run of the mill private detective. She has heart and soul. She believes in right and wrong. Between her and Carter they will solve your case and make you feel better about the rest.
Great writing style, great stories, great characters, all make for great entertainment! Truly enjoyable adventures. Thank you, Ms. Jennings! Looking forward to reading more...
What an amazing author. Loved every minute of the books. Keep writing. Cannot wait for the next books. Could not put the book down! Thanks for sharing your talent
Maybe I am just a romantic optimist, but I am also a person who knows all situations don't always end up in "forever after". People often work together and form lasting, deep friendships, not necessarily romance. This author has captured this, and conveyed it to her readers so very well, that even I became convinced that the next book would be involved with Max and Sarah's new world....until the very last page! Jennings knows how to capture her readers... forward to the next novel. I am headed there now! Thanks, Jennifer, for a wild, but believable ride!
I wasn't too much of a fan until this volume. I was so into the stories that I was finished before I knew it! The mysteries are thorough and done so well, you can't guess what will happen next. I like mine with more romance but this was good enough that I didn't miss it that much. There was a shift in Sarah's love life but it was the anchor of the stories. A must read!
Could not put these books down until I finished all three!
I love this series. There are a lot of twists and turns in the plot to make a page Turner and just a little bit of romance to keep me intrigued. I love how Sarah has gone from an unhappy marriage and massage therapist to a budding PI.
The first 2 volumes in this Sarah Woods series is very good. The author has edited very well and it has a great storyline. But #3 was the best with a very good ending that while I suspected it, made me glad when it came about. No, not gonna tell, although anyone who has read the latest books already know.
I give this series five stars. I really enjoyed the characters and the storyline. These books were believable and the characters likable. Those are the two most important elements for me. I would k d recommend this series to any one who likes a good mystery.
I enjoyed Sarah Woods so much that I had to write a review. Defiantly a cozy read .I read 9 stories in 2 days. Some I could solve. No one was so offbeat to not be believable. Very little sex ,violence or swearing. So glad there are more to purchase.