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Target Practice Mysteries #5
Death in the Casino
A tournament in Vegas means gambling, archery… and murder? The last thing Di, her roommate Mary, and Great Dane Moo expect when they arrive in Sin City is to be swept up in another investigation. But when friend Loggin fears he might be the next victim, the competition takes a back seat to finding a killer.
A wholesome cozy murder for every sleuth in the family
This is the fifth book in the Target Practice Mysteries series.
A wholesome cozy murder for every sleuth in the family
This is the fifth book in the Target Practice Mysteries series.
132 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 22, 2016
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About the author
Nikki Haverstock
48 books210 followersNikki Haverstock is a writer who lives on a cattle ranch high in the Rocky Mountains. She has studied comedy writing at Second City and has published 6 cozy mysteries that are heavy on the humor.
Before fleeing the city, she hosted a competitive archery reality show, traveled the world to study volcanoes, taught archery and computer science at a university and now works on her family’s ranch herding cattle. Nikki has more college degrees than she has sense and hopefully one day she will put one to work.
Nikki likes to write comedy pieces that focus on the everyday humor of one-uppers, annoying family members and strange behavior of the ultra-rich. She tried stand up but the cattle weren’t impressed.
Before fleeing the city, she hosted a competitive archery reality show, traveled the world to study volcanoes, taught archery and computer science at a university and now works on her family’s ranch herding cattle. Nikki has more college degrees than she has sense and hopefully one day she will put one to work.
Nikki likes to write comedy pieces that focus on the everyday humor of one-uppers, annoying family members and strange behavior of the ultra-rich. She tried stand up but the cattle weren’t impressed.
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January 12, 2020
This book in the Target Practice series is set in Las Vegas at a tournament. This time one of Di and Mary's friends, Loggin, feels threatened due to a couple of accidents which have happened since he has arrived. Di and Mary, with help from Moo, must figure out who is behind the mischief to keep their friend safe. I love that I learn something new about the sport of archery every time that I read a book in this series.
December 31, 2017
The storyline was a good one. Im not an archery fan, so it felt a little lengthy to me.
Di, Mary, Minx, Liamm's Angels had their work cut out for them. Love Moo, have to say he made me want a Great Dane.
Di, Mary, Minx, Liamm's Angels had their work cut out for them. Love Moo, have to say he made me want a Great Dane.
April 25, 2016
Book five in the series is as much fun, or perhaps more, than the previous four! Di and her friends are out to solve another mystery – this time – is there a plot against the male pro archers and if so just what is it and who is behind it.
Di is growing as a character. She has more responsibilities at work, is improving her archery skills and has great friends that surround her – oh – and Moo the Great Dane is there for her no matter what. Her friends have their ups and downs, there is a mystery to solve, more than one person dies and there is romance in the air.
Great fun for every one of every age in this cozy murder mystery! Thank you to the author for the ARC to read for an honest review.
Di is growing as a character. She has more responsibilities at work, is improving her archery skills and has great friends that surround her – oh – and Moo the Great Dane is there for her no matter what. Her friends have their ups and downs, there is a mystery to solve, more than one person dies and there is romance in the air.
Great fun for every one of every age in this cozy murder mystery! Thank you to the author for the ARC to read for an honest review.
May 3, 2016
Another wonderful mystery from Niki haverstock.
Di is back and sleuthing again while competing in an archery tournament in Vegas I loved it so much, great characters especially Moo, good mystery and just a great enjoyable read
Di is back and sleuthing again while competing in an archery tournament in Vegas I loved it so much, great characters especially Moo, good mystery and just a great enjoyable read
June 6, 2018
Death In the Casino by Nicki Haverstock
For anyone interested in sports that are seldom in the public eye then I cannot recommend this series highly enough. Like the previous 4 novels this one is set amongst the highly competitive world of archery target shooting. This time the focus is on a huge annual competition taking place in Las Vegas and Di, Mary, Liam and of course Moo pluys the others working or training at the sports centre are all in attendance. This starts with a frantic text asking when they are dur to arrive in Vegas as someone has just tried to kill the sender. When they arrive it is to discover that someone has been killed in a hit and run with several others injured and one of those is positive that it was no accident, it was a case of attempted murder. The story focuses on the investigation combined with protection for one of the archers while also giving an idea of what is involved at a top flight target archery competition. If you are new to the sport of archery and have any interest then I recommend that you read the other 4 books as well, they can be read as stand alone books but each one will introduce you to more and more of this fascinating sport. As a spectator to archery competitions, although not the modern target shooting which is full of gadgetry but the mediaeval shooting at butts or other targets using only a plain bow, these books have been an eyeropener to the modern sport. I am not sure it would be for me, or my husband and daughter who are the archers in our family, but I can appreciate the hard work and practice that is put into a sport that seldom features in the news or on television. If you have no real interest in archery but want a book that is good clean reading set in a world that is different to the normal one of cozy mysteries - mainly based around the food industry or the paranormal - then these books are for you. A must for archery fans but equally a must for those wanting a book set in a different sphere to most.
For anyone interested in sports that are seldom in the public eye then I cannot recommend this series highly enough. Like the previous 4 novels this one is set amongst the highly competitive world of archery target shooting. This time the focus is on a huge annual competition taking place in Las Vegas and Di, Mary, Liam and of course Moo pluys the others working or training at the sports centre are all in attendance. This starts with a frantic text asking when they are dur to arrive in Vegas as someone has just tried to kill the sender. When they arrive it is to discover that someone has been killed in a hit and run with several others injured and one of those is positive that it was no accident, it was a case of attempted murder. The story focuses on the investigation combined with protection for one of the archers while also giving an idea of what is involved at a top flight target archery competition. If you are new to the sport of archery and have any interest then I recommend that you read the other 4 books as well, they can be read as stand alone books but each one will introduce you to more and more of this fascinating sport. As a spectator to archery competitions, although not the modern target shooting which is full of gadgetry but the mediaeval shooting at butts or other targets using only a plain bow, these books have been an eyeropener to the modern sport. I am not sure it would be for me, or my husband and daughter who are the archers in our family, but I can appreciate the hard work and practice that is put into a sport that seldom features in the news or on television. If you have no real interest in archery but want a book that is good clean reading set in a world that is different to the normal one of cozy mysteries - mainly based around the food industry or the paranormal - then these books are for you. A must for archery fans but equally a must for those wanting a book set in a different sphere to most.
September 14, 2017
Moo is still my fav character...but I'm surprised at how much he tags along, esp to a tournament in a casino. Plus, why didn't he fly with Liam instead of being cooped up in the car for days?
Anyway, Di and Mary, wanna-be sleuths, are at it again when their friend Loggin believes someone is targeting not just him but most of the men's competitors in the Vegas tourney. Who's behind it? And will Di and Mary have time to sleuth around between their turns in the competition?
I like that Haverstock includes Di's developing role in the Westmound family of companies. Seems like each story, she gets a bit more of a role, and in this one, speaking her mind (albeit reluctantly and clearly on a subject she hasn't even researched) pays off. It'll be interesting to see how her new role evolves.
Anyway, Di and Mary, wanna-be sleuths, are at it again when their friend Loggin believes someone is targeting not just him but most of the men's competitors in the Vegas tourney. Who's behind it? And will Di and Mary have time to sleuth around between their turns in the competition?
I like that Haverstock includes Di's developing role in the Westmound family of companies. Seems like each story, she gets a bit more of a role, and in this one, speaking her mind (albeit reluctantly and clearly on a subject she hasn't even researched) pays off. It'll be interesting to see how her new role evolves.
July 3, 2017
Another great cozy mystery from a fabulous author.
I love how this series has something for everyone- murder mystery, comic relief, and some romance!
It is always exciting to see what Di and her fellow friends are up to in the world or archery. Of course, Moo is back as her trusty companion! This dog is so adorable!
This tournament had someone looking to get rid of the competition. There were twists that kept coming. Many different suspects with motive. It was a fun read for the summer.
I love how this series has something for everyone- murder mystery, comic relief, and some romance!
It is always exciting to see what Di and her fellow friends are up to in the world or archery. Of course, Moo is back as her trusty companion! This dog is so adorable!
This tournament had someone looking to get rid of the competition. There were twists that kept coming. Many different suspects with motive. It was a fun read for the summer.
January 13, 2018
Sometimes a book can stand on its own with a strong plot and enough historical background to inform the first-time reader of previous significant events. I would say that this book is not one of them. However, for the reader of the previous books this is a well-written continuation. While short, it also serves as a lead-in to the next book in the series.
June 25, 2018
Las Vegas is the boiling pot of murder
Fabulous! If what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas then the girls wouldn't be hot footing through the suspects to find the killer before a friend ends up dead. Great story with multiple suspects and motives. Get on your sleuthing hats for another action packed adventure.
Fabulous! If what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas then the girls wouldn't be hot footing through the suspects to find the killer before a friend ends up dead. Great story with multiple suspects and motives. Get on your sleuthing hats for another action packed adventure.
June 29, 2017
Death in the Casino
Rigging an archery tournament is the storyline of this mystery. There are suspicious injuries and deaths of contestants and just a touch of romance. Very fast read.
Rigging an archery tournament is the storyline of this mystery. There are suspicious injuries and deaths of contestants and just a touch of romance. Very fast read.
July 1, 2017
You have to love Moo ( see I listed the dog first as I am a dog lover) and the gang in this fast paced story. When Mary and Di's friend Loggin thinks he maybe the next person to be killed, then Mary and Di need to pick up the pace and figure out who the murder is. Love these characters!
June 5, 2018
Archery mayhem
Amazingly beautiful writing. This author allows the reader to see the the archery tournament as if we were actually there. Exciting read with relationship issues, financial questions and physical activity all rolled up into a very interesting story!
Amazingly beautiful writing. This author allows the reader to see the the archery tournament as if we were actually there. Exciting read with relationship issues, financial questions and physical activity all rolled up into a very interesting story!
August 19, 2018
Death in the Casino
Archery is not a sport that is often used as a portion of the plot in a book. This plot is developed so that you not only get a great story, but you also learn something of the sport. And, there is even a bit of romance thrown in.
Archery is not a sport that is often used as a portion of the plot in a book. This plot is developed so that you not only get a great story, but you also learn something of the sport. And, there is even a bit of romance thrown in.
October 2, 2018
Human targets
A well orchestrated and fast paced storey line in the truest form of cozey mysterys. An amazing cast of caracters so diverse in in nature yet bonded in one goal in interest. A definite read for those who also enjoy sports as well as reading a great cozey mystery.
A well orchestrated and fast paced storey line in the truest form of cozey mysterys. An amazing cast of caracters so diverse in in nature yet bonded in one goal in interest. A definite read for those who also enjoy sports as well as reading a great cozey mystery.
July 14, 2017
Loved it, as I have all of the series.
July 15, 2017
Good
this book is full of so many different people who are involved with the archery groups that competition tournaments are open.
this book is full of so many different people who are involved with the archery groups that competition tournaments are open.
August 10, 2017
Great
Great series, glad I came across it. I am learning a lot about the sport that I've never actually done, so it's very cool.
Great series, glad I came across it. I am learning a lot about the sport that I've never actually done, so it's very cool.
September 25, 2017
This was amazing. The characters was awesome. This is the second novel waiting the third. Great story line.
October 1, 2017
An enjoyable fast read mystery.
October 26, 2017
Another winner
The archers head to Vegas where someone is eliminating competitors. Good read and part of a fun series. Looking forward to the next book.
The archers head to Vegas where someone is eliminating competitors. Good read and part of a fun series. Looking forward to the next book.
May 25, 2018
Excellent!
This was a great book to read, fast paced with great characters and good interaction between them. It will keep you ones till the end and wanting more.
This was a great book to read, fast paced with great characters and good interaction between them. It will keep you ones till the end and wanting more.
July 9, 2018
Moving
These books move along nicely. A mystery with background characters and events to keep your mind going. Not gory or xrated.
These books move along nicely. A mystery with background characters and events to keep your mind going. Not gory or xrated.
November 20, 2018
Di and Mary in Las Vegas
While at a tournament in Las Vegas, male competitors are being hurt, drugged and even killed. Di and Mary are determined to find the culprit.
While at a tournament in Las Vegas, male competitors are being hurt, drugged and even killed. Di and Mary are determined to find the culprit.
August 5, 2019
Low 3 star
I still like the characters but this felt especially rushed towards the end, which was disappointing. I think it needed to be a longer book.
I still like the characters but this felt especially rushed towards the end, which was disappointing. I think it needed to be a longer book.
February 13, 2020
Good reading!
Lots of twists and turns. All sports can get dicey I could believe that this could happen in any sport. At least they caught the killer in the end.
Lots of twists and turns. All sports can get dicey I could believe that this could happen in any sport. At least they caught the killer in the end.
August 29, 2020
A fun read
Kept me guessing. Lots of detail about archery I never knew. Enjoyed it and especially liked interaction with Moo. Fun.
Kept me guessing. Lots of detail about archery I never knew. Enjoyed it and especially liked interaction with Moo. Fun.
March 24, 2021
Plot and tournament info more unique and enjoyable than the prior two audiobooks.
June 5, 2019
I wasn't sure of this book at first, it was a bit up and down, I was pleased I finished the book and I have to say I enjoyed the way it was written. I look forward to her next book.
April 25, 2016
Death in the Casino is the fifth book in Nikki Haverstock’s Target Practice Mysteries series. I found this book to be even paced and entertaining. It’s a fun read with an intriguing mystery, and just the right touch of humor and a blossoming romance. The storyline is well written, flows smoothly, and the characters are well developed, likeable, and relatable. I have enjoyed reading this series and learning about competitive archery. I would recommend the Target Practice Mystery series to readers who enjoy a good, clean, and cozy mystery.
Di, Mary, and other representatives of Westmound Center for Competitive Shooting Sports are in Las Vegas for the Casino Cup, the first archery tournament of the year. They all receive a text message from Loggin, one of their co-workers and a competitor in the tournament, saying someone is trying to kill him. When they find him hiding out in a truck in the casino’s parking lot, Loggin tells them someone tried to run him down last night, several competitors had their drinks doped, one competitor was hit by the same van and later died, and that many of the competitors were withdrawing from the competition. Amateur sleuths, Di and Mary, start their own investigation when it looks like someone may be targeting the entire pro men’s compound division.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Di, Mary, and other representatives of Westmound Center for Competitive Shooting Sports are in Las Vegas for the Casino Cup, the first archery tournament of the year. They all receive a text message from Loggin, one of their co-workers and a competitor in the tournament, saying someone is trying to kill him. When they find him hiding out in a truck in the casino’s parking lot, Loggin tells them someone tried to run him down last night, several competitors had their drinks doped, one competitor was hit by the same van and later died, and that many of the competitors were withdrawing from the competition. Amateur sleuths, Di and Mary, start their own investigation when it looks like someone may be targeting the entire pro men’s compound division.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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