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PI's, Murder She Wrote Fans, A Special Guest To Join Us In The Parlor Starting 1/31, Chpts. 1 thru 7.
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Well, our first vic is Loomis Winslow, PI. What's he doing out in an abandoned mill? Resting, lost, meeting someone, on a case?
I also prefer the mysteries set in Cabot Cove. Jessica tends to be able to investigate better in familiar territory and I love seeing familiar characters. I can understand the need to travel otherwise likely to run out of bodies. I have decided to reread the books from the start as well as rewatch the TV shows. Finding the first book Gin and Daggers a bit odd as Jessica travels to London and then Seth and Mort arrive to help her investigate. Mort even wears his uniform in London.Getting back to The Murder of Twelve. I have progressed to the second confirmed death. I am wondering if Loomis was investigating something to do with the financial fraud associated with the wedding party. It is odd that no body was found of the perpetrator. I am seeing similarities with Agatha Christie's Sparkling Cyanide with the poisoning at the rehearsal dinner.
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It seems Loomis being in town does coincide with wedding. We shall see.
Sparkling Cyanide or And Then There Were None. ;-)
Tina, would you be willing to post a character list? So many to keep track of! :D
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Nicole, I'm not able to scan (had to pitch my copier/scanner) and am a slo-ow typist so it will take me some time not only to type the list but to get to it. If anyone here has ability to pop up a character list, that'd be most appreciated. Jon may weigh in on this as well. One way or nuther, we'll get it done. :-)
Hi Tina! In that case I'll post it here:The Wedding Party:
Constance Mulroy - mother of the groom
Mark Mulroy - fraternal twin of the groom
Lois Mulroy-Dodge - niece of Constance Mulroy
Beatrice and Olivia Sprague - elderly twin cousins of Constance Mulroy
Doyle Castavette - father of the bride
Tyler Castavette - brother of the bride, and Doyle's son
Virginia Da Salle - actress, and Doyle Castavette's date
Henley Lavarnay - mother of the bride, and Doyle Castavette's ex-wife
Harrison Bak - esteemed lawyer, and Henley Lavarnay's companion
Ian and Faye - good friends of the bride and groom, the best man and maid of honor
Heath Mulroy - husband of Constance, believed to have committed suicide
Daniel Mulroy - the groom
Allison Castavette - the bride
Hotel Staff:
Seamus McGilray - manager and part owner of Hill House
Janey Ryland - front desk clerk
Eugene - recently hired temp kitchen worker
I just finished! It was a perfect mystery to read during a snowstorm, and I loved it!
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The Wedding Party:
Constance Mulroy - mother of the groom
Mark Mulroy - fraternal twin of the groom
Lois Mulroy-Dodge - niece of Constance Mulroy
Beatrice ..."
Awww, thanks so much, Nicole!! It's appreciated! Like most, juggling and the balls are starting to plunk down on the head. lol
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It did satisfy the snowed-in wants, Nicole!
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One footprint, a new ladder in an abandoned old building...hmmm? Could a body have been dragged? What say you, PI's?
I think it's an excellent possibility, Tina!
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Indeed, Nicole! And Mort can't seem to find much on Loomis. Will Harry be able to deliver? The hunt is on: who will come up with the most 411 on Loomis? Mort, Harry, Jessica, maybe Seth? Maybe even Mara's diner? Well, you never know? lol
Jon, I'm totally new to posting on a chat on Goodreads, so if I do anything "wrong," don't hate me. I'm just getting started on the book (and the series). I, too, watched all the TV shows and was actually on one, back when I was an actress. Loved it and Angela Lansbury was a true professional. Lovely woman. I'm already enjoying Murder of 12. Great tribute to Agatha Christie. Nice voice. Nice pace. I love how Jessica gains her clues, via the police and other sources. She's quite clever and attentive to detail. PS Sorry to you hear you won't continue the series. But you'll continue your other lucrative career, I'm sure.
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You do have an actor look about you and I thought maybe I'd seen your HS on a book cover or similar. But, how great is meeting Angela Lansbury while acting on one of the most successful and best loved TV series ever?! Which episode? We'll look for it!
I took some acting classes, worked a few local gigs but eventually found my way to writing and behind the camera. Won several awards, most recent in 2020-21.
I, too, love how JB sleuths out clues, often showing the police and other pros how-it's-done. lol. She's one smart, tough cookie.
What fun! Glad you're here, PI Daryl. Please get comfortable and discuss away. Let us know if we can be of assistance. Inn-joy.
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Tina wrote: "An abandoned SUV by the road, front doors left wide open. Hmmm? And the back seat floor? A clue to complicate or clarify things as Jess and company try to figure out who and (or) what? Read on to f..."Yes, what's up with the gravel on the floor? Hmmm.....
Love the tension being created with the clock figures being crossed out. Love that Jessica is able to virtually run the investigation being stuck on her own.
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Yes, that clock thing is a tad creepy, Anastasia. I'd be afraid to walk past the thing. But like a road accident or such, we tend to steal a glance even though it creeps us out.
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A Maine wedding in February? Would you have chanced it? We meet Constance, groom's mom, who has connections that seem quite impressive. And she sure loves JB which bags Jess a dinner invite right there at Hill House. Breaks up Mrs. F's chances for boredom. As if murder doesn't do enough.
Seamus, Doyle and now Henley. Will see where these three fit in the story. Carry on PI's. The Game's afoot...Bigfoot perhaps?
My thoughts about Seamus-- Well, I'll have to see where this leads. Any thoughts on picks for your fave ner do well so far, PI's? Do tell. ;-)
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Insurance, investments and jumpers, oh my. Was Loomis hired to investigate any or all the above? And how about those Sprague twins? Amusing or--? Throw in a pair of fraternal twins, Mark and Daniel to get the little gray cells going. Thoughts are swirling like a snow storm. Any thoughts on these characters, PI's?
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I thought it was sinister from the get-go!
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And yes, the clock was creepy, just like the little Indians in you know what book!
I am also a little concerned about the young couple, no one seems to know, trying to leave the hotel during the storm.
I am racing through the book now as it is due soon at the library...
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Yes, it was, PI Nicole, and yes they are. lol
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Yikes, Pghfan. That had to be the worst! And, jam a chair if available under door knob to cram it tight. ;-)
Even if they got cold feet or some such, there'd have to be a way to get word back to someone at Hill House to let all know they're okay. Then as this is a mystery, perhaps they fled and don't want to be found? We shall see.
Gotta say that I love the snowed in aspect and the fact that everyone is a suspect. It's fun trying to find out who had the opportunity. And each murder was different. Nicely done.
Daryl wrote: "Gotta say that I love the snowed in aspect and the fact that everyone is a suspect. It's fun trying to find out who had the opportunity. And each murder was different. Nicely done."Making each murder different makes it difficult for everyone to stay safe.
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I love the And Then There Were None vibe (just hoping it wouldn't get to that point because that would include Jessica as a victim LOL). Just the setting alone is fun because there are so many different ways the mystery could play out.
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Yes, that kept us armchair sleuths hoppin'.
Yes, and Mr. Land did a great job of not making it *too* scary!
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Indeedy, Nicole! :-)
So, on issues of gravel: red or blue herring at this point in the story?