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Scarlet Oaks and the Exposed Photographer

Michaela James (Goodreads Author)

4.41 · Rating details · 32 ratings · 14 reviews

Something sinister is going on at Bay Radio. Is it possible there’s a connection between the mafia-type men who show up after dark, the terrified young women they have in tow, and the ominous commune Scarlet’s sister calls home?

A troubled caller’s cryptic clues point to a man from Scarlet’s past. Could he be the key to breaking her sister, Violet, out of a seemingly impene ...more

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Published April 14th 2017 by Lw Media Group Ltd

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Apr 01, 2020 Carla Johnson-Hicks rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: audio, cozy-mystery, received-from-publisher-or-pr-co

This is the second Scarlet Oaks book I have read and I enjoyed it, but found it to be overly long. I am a lover of cozy mysteries, and enjoy them for many reasons, one being that they are relatively quick reads. This book has all the elements I love in cozies such as great amateur sleuths, small town or communities, quirky characters, pets or animals, great mystery and fun.

Scarlet Oaks is a radio personality that has quite a following. She has taken her radio call in show and totally revamped i This is the second Scarlet Oaks book I have read and I enjoyed it, but found it to be overly long. I am a lover of cozy mysteries, and enjoy them for many reasons, one being that they are relatively quick reads. This book has all the elements I love in cozies such as great amateur sleuths, small town or communities, quirky characters, pets or animals, great mystery and fun.

Scarlet Oaks is a radio personality that has quite a following. She has taken her radio call in show and totally revamped it, much to the happiness of her boss. We do spend a lot of time on this part of the book. She has some great friends, including a new boyfriend, who are willing to do just about anything to keep her safe. It was a nice change that this mystery did not have a murder, but some missing persons. Scarlet's sister, Violet, has been living in a cult near town, but there have been some questions raised about what is going on in the cult. As well, her brother, Trent, has left his wife and is now missing as well. Scarlet has her hands full trying to figure out was is going on in the cult, trying to "rescue" her sister and find her brother, as well as continue working on her radio show. What she and her friends uncover puts them in danger, yet they can't stop until they bring Violet home.

The characters in this book are wonderful. I love her team of Niles, Tom and James as they assist her in many aspects of her life. Her father and grandmother are also a great help to her and she often ends up spending time with them. Her little pig is also spending a lot of time with her father and is almost a joint pet. The mystery is a good one, but I found it often got derailed by some of the extraneous storylines. The addition of the spy store with its quirky owner, added some smiles and chuckles along the way. Overall, this is a good story with a great mystery and wonderful characters. My recommendation to the author would be to cut down on some of the extraneous storylines to keep this book closer to 300 pages, at over 400, this took several days to finish.

I listened to the audiobook narrated by Kimberly M. Wetherell. Once again, I will say she did a good job with the voices, the pacing, the expression and intonation. I was quite pleased with the narration and will be looking for more books narrated by this voice actress. I was gifted a copy of this audiobook upon request. The rating, ideas and opinions shared are my own. ...more

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Apr 11, 2020 Katherine Paschal rated it it was amazing

Shelves: audiobook, mystery, romance, suspense

**4.5 Stars**

Keep in mind that this is the second book in a series that needs to be read in order. This book takes place right after the first one and the events from the first book trigger the plot here.

This sequel was much more romantic of than the first one. We get to see James and Scarlet's relationship unfold in sweet, slow detail and it was so cute. I also need to mention that James is basically the perfect guy, giving support in all situations, willing to go along with all the crazy that ...more

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May 14, 2020 Barb rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: cozy-mystery

Rating 4.5 Stars

This is the second book in the Scarlett Oaks series. I would strongly recommend reading the first book, Scarlett Oaks and the Serial Caller, before picking up book #2. There are many references to characters and situations from the first book that would be confusing if you didn’t have all the information.

Once again, I really enjoyed Scarlett, her friends and family. The author has created quirky and fun characters, along with some naughty and nasty villains. Scarlett’s not quite ...more

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Apr 24, 2020 Leelynn (Sometimes Leelynn Reads) ❤ rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Disclaimer: I received this audiobook as part of my participation in a blog tour with Audiobookworm Promotions. The tour is being sponsored by LW Media Group Ltd. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.

This book was definitely darker than the first one, and it has some disturbing topics on girls being held against their will in a commune. While there isn’t any word on whether or not these girls are being sexually assaults in that commune or anything of that nature from wha Disclaimer: I received this audiobook as part of my participation in a blog tour with Audiobookworm Promotions. The tour is being sponsored by LW Media Group Ltd. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.

This book was definitely darker than the first one, and it has some disturbing topics on girls being held against their will in a commune. While there isn’t any word on whether or not these girls are being sexually assaults in that commune or anything of that nature from what I remember, it is worth noting that this is the main plot of the story. In this case, Scarlet’s sister Violet is one of the girls in the commune, and someone tells Scarlet that she needs to save her sister. It only makes sense that there would be some sort of worry on Scarlet’s end when she hasn’t been able to contact her sister the entire time.

I also feel like this plot was a little more intense than the first novel, and it seemed like there were a lot of details to keep track of that readers would have to follow very closely in order to make sense of it all. There were times where I had to rewind the book to make sure I was understanding what was happening at the time correctly, but it still made for a great ride.

I liked this story a little better than the first because Scarlet’s friends were a lot more involved in her sleuthing. From her reconciliation with a childhood friend Mia, to the ever amazing Niles and Tom, even Scarlet’s new boyfriend James gets in the mix and it makes for a better journey. There were times where we could tell that they are amateur sleuths and some of their actions were a little discombobulated and silly, but with lives on the line, they made sure to find out everything that they needed to in order to solve this mystery.

It wasn’t just the mystery of Violet either, but Scarlet’s brother Trent was also missing as well, so there were two siblings that Scarlet had to end up saving in this novel, although from two very different situations. The way that Michaela James is able to explore the different relationships between siblings, parents-and-children, and even romantic couples was great to see, and I think it made all of the characters more relatable in the end.

I was also really glad that Prudence – Scarlet’s micro pig – was able to make some brief appearances as well! She is the absolute cutest, and I am also glad that Scarlet was able to make sure that Prudence was in the safe hands of her mom and grandfather before going on dangerous missions.

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Apr 12, 2020 L.S. rated it really liked it

At 12 hours and 30 minutes long, this was definitely a story within a story within a story. Following on from where book one finished, Scarlet and Sylvia now have a new, larger studio to match their larger audience. Their show, Mending Men, has changed and now includes experts to give advice to men on legal and family matters - from divorce and alimony to grief counselling.

When Scarlet gets a call warning her that she needs to look into a matter concerning someone she knows, thoughts immediatel At 12 hours and 30 minutes long, this was definitely a story within a story within a story. Following on from where book one finished, Scarlet and Sylvia now have a new, larger studio to match their larger audience. Their show, Mending Men, has changed and now includes experts to give advice to men on legal and family matters - from divorce and alimony to grief counselling.

When Scarlet gets a call warning her that she needs to look into a matter concerning someone she knows, thoughts immediately turn to her sister Violet who is living in a "commune" that doesn't allow visitors from family members. Convinced Violet is in danger, Scarlet and her friends (boyfriend James, plus Tom & Niles) check out the place ...and don't like what they see.

A further clue leads her to a photographer, who she knows from her childhood days as a beauty queen contestant with her sister. All clues point to the commune, so the friends make a visit to their local spy gadget shop and virtually empty the shelves. These scenes resemble those when James Bond visited Q to see all the gadgetry available. Tom's excitement here is hilarious.

While all this is going on, Scarlet's brother has disappeared. His wife, Lisa, is unperturbed, as she agrees with her "pastor" that things in her marriage need to change.

From here, the story splits into yet more subplots, all of which come together by the end. But who would have known that a homeless man by the dumpster, a baker, and a man dressed as a cleaning lady would have anything in common in this story? The plot ideas are wild, and funny, poignant and crazy. As before, the story is slow to get going, but once it does it is a wild race to the finish.

Is Violet in danger? Where is Trent? Is there a cult at large? And why does the commune need a photographer?

All will be explained in this cosy mystery tale, where stories of family members and friends mingle with the crime solving capers.

The narrator keeps the story buzzing, injecting life into every character, and keeping them distinct and therefore making it easy to follow.

A little on the long side, but an enjoyable story and a fun and endearing cast of characters.

I received this audiobook as part of my participation in a blog tour with Audiobookworm Promotions. The tour is being sponsored by Michaela James. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it. ...more

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Feb 19, 2020 Julie Howard rated it really liked it

Shelves: audio-book

I enjoyed this book. It started a bit slowly which is why it only gets a four star for the story. Other than that I enjoyed it, I liked the characters and the family drama, it's nice many of the characters from the previous book play apart in this book too. The books can be read as a stand alone book but this one does continue from where book one left of and does name the killer from that book, so might give away spoilers if you haven't had the pleasure of enjoying it. The unusual setting of wor ...more

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Nov 02, 2020 Scarlet rated it really liked it

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review. This is book 2 of the Scarlet Oaks Cosy Mysteries series. Scarlets family is dysfunctional. Her sister Violet is living in a commune and when a late night caller to Scarlet's radio show Mending Men hints that the people in that place may not be there of her own free will... our amateur P.I. realizes its up to her and her scooby gang to get off to the gadget spy shop so they can to investigate these r ...more

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Mar 05, 2020 Suzan added it

Shelves: audiobook

Book two in this fun series. This book could be read as a stand-alone but you get so much more out of it if you read Scarlet Oaks and the Serial Killer first in my opinion. Once again it is the same cast of characters and they are so much fun and funny. Michaela James does a great job of developing the characters and bringing them to life. At times the book was a little long in the tooth for me but not to the point that I didn't want to continue. I just love mysteries and wanted to get on with t ...more

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Jul 14, 2020 Paula Dyches rated it really liked it

Again, like the first book, this story is slightly roundabout and very long winded. I enjoy the characters and the plot but my main beef is that many segments seem so drawn out I get bored. I’m all for sleuthing but this is comical in how drawn out things can get.

Parents: this is probably ok for mature teens... there’s mention of intimacy and adult photography and prostitution. Not much in the way of language and certainly no Fbombs.

Overall it was a good time-filler read and I will read the thir ...more

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May 08, 2020 Donna rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Scarlet and her gang are back solving mysteries. Missing family members, cryptic messages and strange events at the radio station all warrant investigation and they are on the case.
This is a fast paced cozy with a lot of humor, witty dialogue and a touch of romance. There is also a darker side to the case they need to solve which adds an edgier twist.
I enjoyed getting to know Scarlet and her friends and family in book one. Book two expands on the characters and answers some lingering questions.
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Jul 29, 2020 Melissa Basnight rated it really liked it

Scarlet's sister Violet is stuck in a commune and Scarlet is trying to find her and rescue her. Scarlet's new boyfriend James gets a crash course into Scarlet's sleuthing and helps out too. Kind of a long drawn out book to get to the end. It wasn't a typical cozy mystery. I received an ARC and I voluntarily reviewed this book. ...more

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Dec 31, 2019 Susan Margaret Leedy rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

A rip roaring fabulous story!

I loved this book, I became so engrossed with the whole group, I felt a sense of loss when the end arrived!

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May 17, 2020 Jade Stone rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

This second edition is just as exciting as the first. The development of the main and supporting characters just make you even more immersed in this world.

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Scarlet Oaks is a fabulous on air DJ focusing on Mending Men and while she's at it she mends or rather meddles in cases that come to her. Case in point - a woman pretending to be a man calls into her men's radio show to ask for help / give her a warning. This causes Scarlet and her band of equally wonderful friends to solve the case - and this one is so close to home since it involves her siblings. I love the dynamic found within these pages / listen. The narrator did a great job and the author ...more

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Michaela lives in Northern Nevada with her husband and two sons. Originally from England, she loves watching great movies while drinking endless cups of tea and eating too much chocolate. To balance this pastime she practices yoga and plays tennis.

For almost a decade, Michaela's been an on-air personality for a local radio station, 96.1 BOB FM in Reno, Nevada. She also does voice work, including t ...more