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Accidentally Undercover #1
Peril in Pensacola
Meet Dora and Evie, two best friends who are suddenly thrown into the world of life undercover as they fight to prove Dora’s innocence in the death of her money-laundering boss.
212 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 27, 2019
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About the author
Lucy Quinn
37 books87 followersLucy Quinn is the brainchild of New York Times bestselling author Deanna Chase and USA Today bestselling author Violet Vaughn. Having met over a decade ago in a lampwork bead forum, the pair were first what they like to call “show wives” as they traveled the country together, selling their handmade glass beads. So when they both started writing fiction, it seemed only natural for the two friends to pair up with their hilarious, laugh-out-loud, cozy mysteries. At least they think so. Now they travel the country, meeting up in various cities to plan each new Lucy Quinn book while giggling madly at themselves and the ridiculous situations they force on their characters. They very much hope you enjoy them as much as they do.
Deanna Chase, is a native Californian, transplanted to the slower paced lifestyle of southeastern Louisiana. When she isn’t writing, she is often goofing off with her husband in New Orleans, playing with her two shih tzu dogs, or making glass beads.
Violet Vaughn lives in coastal New Hampshire where she spends most mornings in the woods with her dogs, summer at the ocean, and winters skiing in the mountains of Maine.
Deanna Chase, is a native Californian, transplanted to the slower paced lifestyle of southeastern Louisiana. When she isn’t writing, she is often goofing off with her husband in New Orleans, playing with her two shih tzu dogs, or making glass beads.
Violet Vaughn lives in coastal New Hampshire where she spends most mornings in the woods with her dogs, summer at the ocean, and winters skiing in the mountains of Maine.
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January 25, 2020
"Disappointing"
This had everything I dislike in a cozy mystery. Bad language; a cliff-hanger ending to entice me to buy the next book, and a plot that beggared belief. When the writer painted themselves into a corner... oh, how fortunate the character had worked as a 'such and such' in their teens so they knew the correct procedure to follow. At least that gave me a laugh.
This had everything I dislike in a cozy mystery. Bad language; a cliff-hanger ending to entice me to buy the next book, and a plot that beggared belief. When the writer painted themselves into a corner... oh, how fortunate the character had worked as a 'such and such' in their teens so they knew the correct procedure to follow. At least that gave me a laugh.
January 27, 2020
2.5 stars
The title caught my eye and an added benefit was that it is free on Amazon. It is a story of two flaky best friends, Dora, an accountant, and Evie, a serial job changer. Dora gets into trouble when she suspects money laundering in the company where she works and investigates. She decides to put the evidence on a flash drive but is caught by the owner. Before he realizes what she has done, she slipped it in an envelop for Evie containing a birthday gift and someone took it to be mailed for her. But he threatens Dora with a gun and in a struggle, it goes off, hits him, and Dora flees. The same day, Evie is fired at her job at the dry cleaners. The two work together to keep Dora hidden from the son of the owner and his long reaching arms. But they trust the wrong person and the book is a long action packed story of trying to recover the flash drive and stay alive. This is a funny, almost silly, saga. It is different from other cozy mysteries that I have read with language and content even though in a light presentation. I was surprised and may not read the other books in the series.
The title caught my eye and an added benefit was that it is free on Amazon. It is a story of two flaky best friends, Dora, an accountant, and Evie, a serial job changer. Dora gets into trouble when she suspects money laundering in the company where she works and investigates. She decides to put the evidence on a flash drive but is caught by the owner. Before he realizes what she has done, she slipped it in an envelop for Evie containing a birthday gift and someone took it to be mailed for her. But he threatens Dora with a gun and in a struggle, it goes off, hits him, and Dora flees. The same day, Evie is fired at her job at the dry cleaners. The two work together to keep Dora hidden from the son of the owner and his long reaching arms. But they trust the wrong person and the book is a long action packed story of trying to recover the flash drive and stay alive. This is a funny, almost silly, saga. It is different from other cozy mysteries that I have read with language and content even though in a light presentation. I was surprised and may not read the other books in the series.
January 29, 2020
To be continued! I detest books that are to be continued. The author could, at least end the current story lines. In addition the amateur detectives suddenly have whatever skills are required to get them out of every situation: martial arts, a handy weapon, a friend suddenly showing up or whatever. I was very disappointed in this book.
January 24, 2020
This was a free kindle book. I want my money back
April 12, 2020
This was a very simple cozy mystery. It was only okay. The book had several typos, which bothered me. The ending was so fast and abrupt that I was surprised! This was a free book, but it still should be a "finished" book. I won't be reading any of the other books in this series.
January 11, 2020
I finished this book and I am angry! I hate books that leave you hanging so that you buy/read the next in the series. They should come with a warning! I was willing to overlook the numerous typos because I was really enjoying the characters and the story but I was furious by the time I came to the abrupt ending. I was going to praise this book and say this is what I expect and enjoy from a cozy mystery, not anymore. If the, in this case authors, are not confident enough in their writing that you will read the next in the series then there is something wrong. It's not a soap opera or a tv series that needs to end with a cliffhanger! My opinion is that each book should stand alone on its own merits. In case you can't tell I will not be reading the next in the series even if it's free.
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December 20, 2022
Me, My Best Friend and the Mailman
This is a humorous cozy mystery. Two best friends Dora and Evie work to solve the Money laundering mystery and prove Dora's innocence in the murder of her boss.
Along the way they enlist the services of Billy the local mailman, Luke the cute chef and wannabe boyfriend for Dora and Evie's small dog Sunshine. They escape obstacles along the way, trust the wrong people and get into some pretty tricky situations.
It was a cute story and I enjoyed reading it. The only problem is it ends with a cliff hanger for the next book and in order to find out what happens you have to read the next book.
This is a humorous cozy mystery. Two best friends Dora and Evie work to solve the Money laundering mystery and prove Dora's innocence in the murder of her boss.
Along the way they enlist the services of Billy the local mailman, Luke the cute chef and wannabe boyfriend for Dora and Evie's small dog Sunshine. They escape obstacles along the way, trust the wrong people and get into some pretty tricky situations.
It was a cute story and I enjoyed reading it. The only problem is it ends with a cliff hanger for the next book and in order to find out what happens you have to read the next book.
February 6, 2020
2.5 stars. I was attracted to the title as I lived in Pensacola for several years. I won’t be reading the subsequent books.
February 8, 2020
2.5 stars. It was ok but I just wasn't that engaged and the characters felt a bit flat. Plus certain characters behaviours and motivations seemed random. Then, after all that, the story ends without a resolution. And it is for that grievous sin that I have rounded down rather than up. If I have said it once I have said it a thousand times - if you are writing a story, write a complete damn story.
April 14, 2020
This is quite possibly the worst book I've ever read. Cozy mysteries are generally somewhat unbelievable but this book takes it too far. I didn't like the writing, characters, or plot.
April 18, 2020
Poorly written. Even worse ending. Not recommended
June 29, 2019
fun series... with psychic puppies.. hha enough said right. it was adorable and sweet and i enjoyed it a lot.
March 4, 2023
A new category of cozy mystery this month led me to this book.
Dora accidentally discovers the truth about her employer which leads to all kinds of trouble for her from murder to kidnapping to rescue and fleeing Dora with her best friend Evie try to uncover all the facts.
Dora accidentally discovers the truth about her employer which leads to all kinds of trouble for her from murder to kidnapping to rescue and fleeing Dora with her best friend Evie try to uncover all the facts.
April 19, 2020
Cliffhanger
Cute cozy, in its own way, but a little sophomoric on the behavior of the main characters. Had I known this was a true cliffhanger book, I would not have picked it to read. Deanna Chase (one of this book's two authors) is a much better writer than this book reflects, and has other, much better series. Disappointed overall, especially with the fact of the book being a cliffhanger. That's never OK, and the series isn't worth $5 per book to find out what happens next.
Cute cozy, in its own way, but a little sophomoric on the behavior of the main characters. Had I known this was a true cliffhanger book, I would not have picked it to read. Deanna Chase (one of this book's two authors) is a much better writer than this book reflects, and has other, much better series. Disappointed overall, especially with the fact of the book being a cliffhanger. That's never OK, and the series isn't worth $5 per book to find out what happens next.
April 17, 2020
I love the author(s) I can't stand the plot nor the characters. I love the Maine series so much more than this.
June 23, 2024
This series has promise. I like the 2 main characters and it looks like the following few books will be the continuing journey to finish the case from the first book. My only criticism is that there was a bit too much focus on romance since this is a murder mystery, however I feel the book is very much a set up for the series so perhaps later books will focus more on murder.
February 3, 2021
Great ending. Can't wait to read what happens!
January 18, 2020
Was quite disappointed in this book. I read many different series, but a serial is much different than a series. This was a serial book. And I don't like serial books. I don't watch soap operas, serial movies and don't read serial books. I only read stand alone books. I have no desire to be left hanging at the end of a book and wait until the next book comes out to ascertain how it ends. Needless to say, I won't be following any more books in this serial.
And, while I am at it, the writer might invest in hiring someone to proofread. The sentences that need words added in order for them to make sense are numerous.
It is a shame, because the writer has a good imagination and with a little time and effort and PROOFREADING could most likely write an exemplary book.
And, while I am at it, the writer might invest in hiring someone to proofread. The sentences that need words added in order for them to make sense are numerous.
It is a shame, because the writer has a good imagination and with a little time and effort and PROOFREADING could most likely write an exemplary book.
February 17, 2020
I love a good mystery with lots of action and humor but a little romance sweetens the pot. Meet Dora who is an accountant who discovers a laundering scheme. After finding the scheme you have a murder and then the plot thickens. Add in a corrupt cop named Brian with cohorts in crime. And let the action begin. Now let’s meet Luke at an interesting shop who has an interest in Dora and well you have mystery, romance with lots of action and plot twists. You must include the really smart dog, Sunshine , and her owner Evie who happens to be Dora’s best friend and cohort in this adventure.
I loved the book but I really hate the cliffhanger ending.
I loved the book but I really hate the cliffhanger ending.
October 4, 2019
This was a fun story, with well developed characters, a bit of humor, and a bit of intrigue.
I had two major problems with this story.
1) There was no major mystery solved in the story.
2) At the end of the story, the story just stopped! There was no ending, and there was no sense of closure.
I have read many books from this authors other series, and this is very unlike her. I will probably read one more story out of the series, and then make a decision as to whether I will continue with it or not.
I had two major problems with this story.
1) There was no major mystery solved in the story.
2) At the end of the story, the story just stopped! There was no ending, and there was no sense of closure.
I have read many books from this authors other series, and this is very unlike her. I will probably read one more story out of the series, and then make a decision as to whether I will continue with it or not.
November 3, 2019
I just found too many farfetched situations in this book. If something isn't believable it just hits me the wrong way. I managed to finish the book but I won't be reading the rest of the series, although I might try another book by its author depending on the genre.
March 11, 2020
Another cliffhanger. Another DNF.
I've read this author before. Won't be reading her work anymore. Trusted her to provide a whole book, not a buy my next book to learn what happened. She lost my trust.
I've read this author before. Won't be reading her work anymore. Trusted her to provide a whole book, not a buy my next book to learn what happened. She lost my trust.
January 11, 2020
Trashy
Cliff hanger into the next book. Foul language. Disgusting sexual content. Will not be reading more from this of Quinn.
Cliff hanger into the next book. Foul language. Disgusting sexual content. Will not be reading more from this of Quinn.
January 18, 2020
The worst book I’ve ever read that I will absolutely recommend to everyone I know.
July 4, 2019
This was a very entertaining, fast paced, and enjoyable read. And just like with the previous series, the authors had me hooked immediately. The writing is flawless, the plot is fantastic, and the characters well developed, amazing and lovable.
There are two main characters here, best friends Dora and Evie, and although there is a hint of romance for each of them, the romance is not the focus of the story. The focus is on suspense and the chain of events caused by some snooping with good intentions, and a series of unfortunate follow up events. Not everything is what it seems and not everyone is as nice and naive as they present themselves.
Dora is a more reserved of the two, she is an accountant and a very observant individual. She is driven by the need to do the right thing and help people. Evie is a free spirit, incredibly charming and has a heart full of love and devotion to her best friend. Then there is Sunshine, the cutest smartest little dog.
There are several other interesting characters in the story, Billy the main delivery guy, Luke the mysterious chef, Brian the cop, Marco the shady entrepreneur, and Trace the rock star. They are all interesting, either lovable or irresistible to hate, and well developed.
Unlike the previous series, which consisted of standalone stories with a couple of major themes spanning throughout all the books, this one has a clear cut cliffhanger and a continuation of the story in the following book. I really like that. I can't help it, I love a good cliffhanger.
The story itself is well plotted, interesting and full of suspense and unexpected twists and turns. I loved every page of it and I can't wait for the next one. The story continues in Mischief in New Orleans (Accidentally Undercover Mysteries Book 2).
There are two main characters here, best friends Dora and Evie, and although there is a hint of romance for each of them, the romance is not the focus of the story. The focus is on suspense and the chain of events caused by some snooping with good intentions, and a series of unfortunate follow up events. Not everything is what it seems and not everyone is as nice and naive as they present themselves.
Dora is a more reserved of the two, she is an accountant and a very observant individual. She is driven by the need to do the right thing and help people. Evie is a free spirit, incredibly charming and has a heart full of love and devotion to her best friend. Then there is Sunshine, the cutest smartest little dog.
There are several other interesting characters in the story, Billy the main delivery guy, Luke the mysterious chef, Brian the cop, Marco the shady entrepreneur, and Trace the rock star. They are all interesting, either lovable or irresistible to hate, and well developed.
Unlike the previous series, which consisted of standalone stories with a couple of major themes spanning throughout all the books, this one has a clear cut cliffhanger and a continuation of the story in the following book. I really like that. I can't help it, I love a good cliffhanger.
The story itself is well plotted, interesting and full of suspense and unexpected twists and turns. I loved every page of it and I can't wait for the next one. The story continues in Mischief in New Orleans (Accidentally Undercover Mysteries Book 2).
May 4, 2020
Like all cozy mysteries, entertaining to read. Loved Sunshine, but who doesn't love a cute pet in a story. Dogs are smart, smarter than we sometimes give them credit for so I loved having a pet in this story.
Dora is an accountant who finds a discrepancy in the books so decides to snoop a little in the office of the boss' son. Thinking there is no way her boss knows about the discrepancy, she saves a copy of what she finds on his son's computer onto a flash drive and gets caught by her boss. Unfortunately for her, he isn't as unaware as she thought and pulls a gun on her. In the ensuing scuffle, the gun goes off and her boss is killed. She does what most people think about doing, she runs, but not before she decides to mail the flash drive to her friend Evie. Unfortunately, things don't go as planned. Marco, the boss' son, believes she killed his father, and wants revenge. The cops believe she killed him too so with the help of Evie, her best friend and owner of sweet Sunshine, she is forced to prove her innocence. From one escapade to another, where they find themselves caught between the money launderers and their associates, bad cops, and having to save a kidnapped mail carrier, with some being saved of their own by a hot chef, these two find themselves way over their heads, but somehow one step ahead of the bad guys. There were definitely some funny moments and a lot of miraculous saves because sorry, for most of us, the damned alligator would have won, for 2 women completely out of their element...even with Evie's jack of multiple trades skills.
Dora is an accountant who finds a discrepancy in the books so decides to snoop a little in the office of the boss' son. Thinking there is no way her boss knows about the discrepancy, she saves a copy of what she finds on his son's computer onto a flash drive and gets caught by her boss. Unfortunately for her, he isn't as unaware as she thought and pulls a gun on her. In the ensuing scuffle, the gun goes off and her boss is killed. She does what most people think about doing, she runs, but not before she decides to mail the flash drive to her friend Evie. Unfortunately, things don't go as planned. Marco, the boss' son, believes she killed his father, and wants revenge. The cops believe she killed him too so with the help of Evie, her best friend and owner of sweet Sunshine, she is forced to prove her innocence. From one escapade to another, where they find themselves caught between the money launderers and their associates, bad cops, and having to save a kidnapped mail carrier, with some being saved of their own by a hot chef, these two find themselves way over their heads, but somehow one step ahead of the bad guys. There were definitely some funny moments and a lot of miraculous saves because sorry, for most of us, the damned alligator would have won, for 2 women completely out of their element...even with Evie's jack of multiple trades skills.
July 6, 2020
I guess this is what one calls a "cozy mystery." It was cute, with fluffy characters who become amateur detectives, for some reason do not call the police when things get especially dangerous (I mean, really, why would you call the cops if shots were fired?).
Dora (the smart one) and Evie (the looker) are besties from kindergarten and find themselves in a pickle.
Dora has accidentally shot and killed her boss while Evie has gotten fired, yet again, from some dead end job.
Together they try to find a way to keep Dora from jail. Dora swears it was an accident but the fact that she fled the scene is not something that innocent people (should) do.
Cute situations arise and of course, they worm their way out of them (there are at least 4 books in this series, they cannot die in the first installment, come on!).
Evie has this (annoying) dog that understands English and is able to respond (in dog) to questions and commands and other people's conversations.
Here is the only bad thing (probably good for book sales but...) this ends without a true ending. I mean we the reader know who did what to whom and why but we do not have supporting evidence because it ends before it is collected. So Dora is not exactly exonerated and the "bad guys" are not exactly convicted.
It just ends....but the ending is the set up for the next book Mischief in New Orleans.
Dora (the smart one) and Evie (the looker) are besties from kindergarten and find themselves in a pickle.
Dora has accidentally shot and killed her boss while Evie has gotten fired, yet again, from some dead end job.
Together they try to find a way to keep Dora from jail. Dora swears it was an accident but the fact that she fled the scene is not something that innocent people (should) do.
Cute situations arise and of course, they worm their way out of them (there are at least 4 books in this series, they cannot die in the first installment, come on!).
Evie has this (annoying) dog that understands English and is able to respond (in dog) to questions and commands and other people's conversations.
Here is the only bad thing (probably good for book sales but...) this ends without a true ending. I mean we the reader know who did what to whom and why but we do not have supporting evidence because it ends before it is collected. So Dora is not exactly exonerated and the "bad guys" are not exactly convicted.
It just ends....but the ending is the set up for the next book Mischief in New Orleans.
August 15, 2020
Rating: 1.5
I’ve never rated a book this low before. Here are my reasons for doing it this time:
1. The voice used for Evie was unbearable. I wanted to high-pitched wannabe sex-kitten comes to mind. (Audiobook from the library)
2. Too many unclear things followed by unbelievable things.
3. Nothing got resolved
Not-so-Happy Reading
I’ve never rated a book this low before. Here are my reasons for doing it this time:
1. The voice used for Evie was unbearable. I wanted to high-pitched wannabe sex-kitten comes to mind. (Audiobook from the library)
2. Too many unclear things followed by unbelievable things.
3. Nothing got resolved
Not-so-Happy Reading
July 3, 2019
Normally I am a paranormal romance or sci fi romance reader but it read Lucy Quinn last series and was hooked! So I had to see if she could get me again. Lol OMG she did
The story is about Dora who is an accountant for the restaurant two to mango it's the perfect job maybe just too perfect. Her best friend is Evie and that girl has had way to many jobs . She also has a love interest named Trace who is a rock singer.
As things get crazy Dora gets attached to a great guy named Luke and there is a sweet mailman Billy that gets pulled into all this craziness lol oh and bad guys don't forget them. Lol
I can't ready tell you more because it will just spoil the fun for you so I'll let you read it. And OMG I am so hooked on this series too. Awesome story. Great characters! It's got mystery, action, drama, betrayal, humor, and so much more. Don't miss it. I couldn't put it down and can't wait for the next book to come out. It's an adventure.
Voluntarily review a copy and I honestly loved it .
The story is about Dora who is an accountant for the restaurant two to mango it's the perfect job maybe just too perfect. Her best friend is Evie and that girl has had way to many jobs . She also has a love interest named Trace who is a rock singer.
As things get crazy Dora gets attached to a great guy named Luke and there is a sweet mailman Billy that gets pulled into all this craziness lol oh and bad guys don't forget them. Lol
I can't ready tell you more because it will just spoil the fun for you so I'll let you read it. And OMG I am so hooked on this series too. Awesome story. Great characters! It's got mystery, action, drama, betrayal, humor, and so much more. Don't miss it. I couldn't put it down and can't wait for the next book to come out. It's an adventure.
Voluntarily review a copy and I honestly loved it .
October 7, 2019
If you enjoy mystery and merriment coupled with intriguing locales and unforgettable characters, this series is highly recommended. Dora and Evie are BFFs with a sense of adventure and a knack for trouble. After Dora discovers illegal business dealings by her employer’s son, she becomes the primary suspect in the employer’s death; and with the help of Evie and some colorful assistants and villains sets out to prove her innocence. From a strip joint, to an adult emporium, to an alligator farm and then on to a senior center, the journey proceeds with ever increasing urgency and laugh out loud situations. Now as the book ends, the two friends are on their way to New Orleans In search of a flash drive, hoping to finally obtain the definitive evidence to show that Dora is no murderer. I expect Bourbon Street has some surprises for the determined duo and I intend to be along for the ride.
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