Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Memories And Murder by Lynn Cahoon-Great Escapes Tour-Review


About the book 
It’s October in South Cove, California, and the locals in the quaint resort seem to be happily pairing off in the lull before the holidays. Everyone, that is, except for Jill Gardner’s elderly aunt, who just dumped her besotted fiancĂ©—and she won’t say why.
When Jill hosts a talk at Coffee, Books, and More on the topic of elder abuse, all that’s really on her mind is lunch. But the topic hits close to home when she discovers Aunt Jackie has been getting mysterious calls. Jill’s certain the caller is a con artist, of course, but her feisty aunt claims to understand this, though she’s still shaken—and Harrold’s still heartbroken. Who’s behind the scam and why was her aunt targeted? When a volunteer from the Senior Project is found murdered, Jill’s detective boyfriend is on the case—and it soon becomes clear no one is safe when a caller from beyond becomes a killer in their midst.
And I thought 
A page turner that had me turning them all the way through!

I enjoyed Memories And Murder in this #10 in the series I felt
much more connected with the cast than I did in the previous book. 
Jill and her somewhat eccentric aunt are fun characters.  In this one Aunt Jackie though is distracted and has everyone who loves her friends and family asking questions when she suddenly breaks her engagement.  
As the story unfolds Jill becomes more interested in helping Aunt Jackie since it looks like she is being scammed than annoying her 
Detective boyfriend find a murderer.
Although Jill has a hard time completely staying out of it since she doesn't agree with who the prime suspect is. 
I think the supporting cast was fun.  I liked Deek who is a quirky character in his own right.  He was fun and funny and is a good computer geek able to help Jill out with a little sleuthing himself and hold down the fort at the coffee shop for Jill. 
It's not long before Jill begins to wonder if the scams are tied to the murder. 
Detective boyfriend Greg is keeping 'mums the word' to keep Jill out the snooping and keep her safe.  
Not an easy task as which makes a good story.  Our girls just gotta solve the crime! 

I enjoyed Memories and Murder look forward to reading more in this series.  

If you like a good cozy series this one is great to check out! 

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Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Release Day-Fan Mail by Daryl Wood Gerber

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About the book 
An adoring fan and a string of murders: a demented show of love that leaves no one safe...

Local celebrity news anchor Gloria Morning is used to receiving declarations of love and praise in her weekly fan letters, but when a Lake Tahoe doctor is murdered and she gets an anonymous note telling her it was done for her glory, her appreciation turns to panic. Unsure of where else to turn, she enlists the help of novice private investigator Aspen Adams. No sooner does Aspen begin digging into who sent the macabre note than another murder occurs, followed by another note, and she soon realizes she’s up against a methodical and deranged killer.

Working with scant clues and a puzzling array of potential suspects, Aspen is determined to unearth the elusive connection between the victims and her client. But as the body count grows and the murderer remains a mystery to both her and the police, Aspen discovers she’s gotten closer to the killer than she ever imagined, and now she must risk everything she holds dear to stop the killings, including her own life.

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Hazards in Hampshire by Emma Dakin-Great Escapes Tour-Review/Giveaway


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About the book 
Moving to a quiet English village should have been tranquil, but Claire Barclay learns that even an invitation to tea can be deadly. Who killed Mrs. Paulson, the president of the local Mystery Books Club? Was the motive for murder located in the archives of the book club? The members of the books club might have reason to want Mrs. Paulson’s out of the way. She had lived in the village all her life, been involved in many organizations and societies and knew many secrets of the villagers. Was one secret too dangerous for her to keep? She had been wealthy and left her money to a member of the club. Could the legatee have been impatient for her inheritance? Who cared enough to want her dead? Claire, an expert in solving problems in her job as a tour guide, decides to delve into the archives and into the lives of the villagers—and find out.

And I thought 
It is always a delight to begin a new series with book 1. Sometimes the reader has some difficulty when stepping into a series and figuring out what is going on based on the previous books.  
Emma Dakin did such an excellent job of introducing Claire and the British Book Tour Mysteries series that I do not expect any 
difficulty for readers with future books if you've missed this one. 

But if your a fan of Cozy Mysteries, Agatha Christie and others or a fan of British themed books you'll love this one.  

The idea of a book tour is new to me and much welcome. 

It was interesting to me because Claire recently returned to Britain after spending a few years in Seattle so even though the book is set in Britain there is alot of American phrases making it easy to read.  

As Claire settles back into her life as a Brittish 'er' she struggles with becoming a part of her new community and is worried about making more enemies than friends when she realizes that she is 
destined to sleuth out the questions and figure out exactly what happened to Mrs. Paulson.  

I am a bit of a cover junkie and actually very critical of covers. 
All I have is good things to say about this one.  I loved the scene of the English countryside.  Setting the scene for the tour company that takes visitors through the English countryside visiting points of interest.  

I enjoyed Hazards in Hampshire and I am waiting anxiously for book 2.  I love finding a new series!  

I received a complimentary copy. 
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Hazards in Hampshire gets my vote for best new series. 
And will be featured on my suggestions for Christmas. 


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Monday, November 11, 2019

Soldiers Of Fortune 3- Silver Dagger Tours-Spotlight

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I have not read this book yet.  There was a glitch and I have not received the book.  I am hoping to read it soon. 

About the book 
Rhett Fortune settled on the small parcel of land he purchased in 1858 with his wife Clara and founded the beautiful landscape that surrounded his newly built home and what is now known as Fortune, TX. A veteran of the United States Army and as a Colonel who served with honor in the Mexican-American War, Rhett and Clara raised a large family. Sons and daughters, and grandchildren to follow, their clan grew throughout the decades.
Now in the 21st Century, two of their descendants remain at the helm. Chance Fortune, a former member of the Army’s Delta Force and co-founder of Soldiers of Fortune, has an innate duty to serve and protect. Working with his brother, RJ Fortune, a former Navy SEAL and wounded warrior, they take the cases that their government won’t. And vow to protect the civilians that no one else can.
They have quietly put out the word and now, after three years, other former brothers-in-arms have contacted them bringing situations that span not only the country but the globe. On Fortune family land they have built a facility out of the public eye for their office, a helicopter, a gun range, and whatever else they might need.
They are the Soldiers of Fortune… and these are their stories.
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Sunday, November 10, 2019

Tell Me No Lies by Shelley Noble -Great Escapes Tour-Spotlight



About the book
Fisher meets Downton Abbey in Tell Me No Lies, part of the critically acclaimed Lady Dunbridge Mystery series from New York Times bestselling author Shelley Noble.
Rise and shine, Countess, you’re about to have a visitor.
Lady Dunbridge was not about to let a little thing like the death of her husband ruin her social life. She’s come to New York City, ready to take the dazzling world of Gilded Age Manhattan by storm. The social events of the summer have been amusing but Lady Phil is searching for more excitement—and she finds it, when an early morning visitor arrives, begging for her help. After all, Lady Phil has been known to be useful in a crisis. Especially when the crisis involves the untimely death of a handsome young business tycoon.
His death could send another financial panic through Wall Street and beyond.
With the elegant Plaza Hotel, Metropolitan Museum of Art and the opulent mansions of Long Island’s Gold Coast as the backdrop, romance, murder, and scandals abound. Someone simply must do something. And Lady Dunbridge is happy to oblige.
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Tell Me No Lies by Shelley Noble-Great Escapes Tour-Spotlight


About the book 
Miss Fisher meets Downton Abbey in Tell Me No Lies, part of the critically acclaimed Lady Dunbridge Mystery series from New York Times bestselling author Shelley Noble.
Rise and shine, Countess, you’re about to have a visitor.
Lady Dunbridge was not about to let a little thing like the death of her husband ruin her social life. She’s come to New York City, ready to take the dazzling world of Gilded Age Manhattan by storm. The social events of the summer have been amusing but Lady Phil is searching for more excitement—and she finds it, when an early morning visitor arrives, begging for her help. After all, Lady Phil has been known to be useful in a crisis. Especially when the crisis involves the untimely death of a handsome young business tycoon.
His death could send another financial panic through Wall Street and beyond.
With the elegant Plaza Hotel, Metropolitan Museum of Art and the opulent mansions of Long Island’s Gold Coast as the backdrop, romance, murder, and scandals abound. Someone simply must do something. And Lady Dunbridge is happy to oblige.
And others are saying 
Escape Rating A-: I enjoyed Tell Me No Lies every single bit as much as I did Ask Me No Questions. I absolutely adore the character of Phil, her perspective is witty and trenchant and just the right amount of cynical.
~Reading Reality
This was a complex, sophisticated mystery with a large cast of characters . . . I thoroughly enjoyed Tell Me No Lies and would recommend it highly for fans of historical mysteries.
~View from the Birdhouse
Tell Me No Lies is an entertaining, captivating cozy-mystery which appeals to anyone who loves either cozies or historical fiction.
~Diary of a Book Fiend
TELL ME NO LIES is a historical novel that has it all, comedy, romance, an intricately laid mystery, well-developed characters, and a thrilling chase scene! I wait in eager anticipation for Lady Dunbridge’s next adventure!
~Cozy Up With Kathy
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Saturday, November 9, 2019

Kitty Confidential by Molly Fitz-Book Review


Kitty Confidential
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Series: Pet Whisperer P.I., Book 1
Genre: Cozy Mysteries
ASIN: B07N5WYLS2
About the book 
I was just your normal twenty-something with seven associate degrees and no idea what I wanted to do with my life. That is, until I died… Well, almost.
As if a near-death experience at the hands of an old coffeemaker wasn’t embarrassing enough, I woke up to find I could talk to animals. Or rather one animal in particular.
His full name is Octavius Maxwell Ricardo Edmund Frederick Fulton, but since that’s way too long for anyone to remember, I’ve taken to calling him Octo-Cat. He talks so fast he can be difficult to understand, but seems to be telling me that his late owner didn’t die of natural causes like everyone believes.
Well, now it looks like I no longer have a choice, apparently my life calling is to serve as Blueberry Bay’s first ever pet whisperer P.I while maintaining my façade as a paralegal at the offices of Fulton, Thompson & Associates.
I just have one question: How did Dr. Doolittle make this gig look so easy?
And I thought 
A page turner.  A fun and funny read.  I enjoyed every turn of the page.  The banter between Octo-Cat and his substitute human ends up being endearing as the two become inseparable by the end. 
The fun starts when Octo-Cat who has a much longer name ends up at the reading of the will of his deceased human.  He ends up 
talking in cat language or maybe human language no on is exactly sure.  But he only communicates with Angie as he tells her that 
Ethel his human was murdered and asks Angie to help him find the murderer. 
This was a fun and funny read.  Sometimes it's fun to just read something is ridiculously just a fun read.  

Molly Fitz gives readers back the joy of just reading a good story,

I received a complimentary copy. 

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About the series 
Pet Whisperer P.I. series has grown to 12 books since the beginning of the series.  
There is a boxed set of the first 3 

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