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The back cover says, “Roxy Tanner lies for a living. Skip Cosgrove uncovers the lies others tell.”
With that in mind, I wasn’t sure I’d enjoy this book—I mean, a con artist and a guy who consults with the police, working together, how’s that going to go? This book turned out to be a great read after all. The only disappointment was turning the last page to find there was no more.
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You’d think being married to the manager of a posh hotel in Florida would be sunny days by the pool, umbrella drinks served on a tray and mani/pedis on demand but it’s harder than it looks. Caught in the middle, the wife has to make nice with tourists who want a memorable vacation, returning guests, dignitaries and the rich and/or famous. That’s the easy part. The hard part is when all the managers and bosses descend on the hotel for a big meeting and you have to be nice to them too, even the ones who are less than politically correct and way too touchy-feely.
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Here is another batch of fun mystery book reviews from Penguin mystery authors! We have The Good, the Bad, and the Witchy: A Witchcraft Mystery By Heather Blake, Curse of the PTA by Laura Alden, Under Currents by Pamela Beason, Going, Going Ganache by Jenn McKinlay, Oak and Dagger by Dorothy St. Jamesand The Homicide Hustle: A Ballroom Dance Mystery By Ella Barrick. Details on how to win copies of all 5 at the end of this post.
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One of the ways that KRL is celebrating Earth Day is to focus in this issue only on e-books. Check out these reviews of 4 different mystery novels/novellas that are all available as e-books, some only as e-books, and you can enter to win a copy of all of them at the end of this post: Fatal Debt: A Dana Mackenzie Mystery By Dorothy Howell, The Play of Light and Shadow By Barry Ergang, Flossed by Elaine Macko, and Justified Action by Earl Staggs.
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This week we have another batch of great Penguin mystery novels to review & giveaway! Many of these books involve food and pets. We have The Christie Curse: A Book Collector Mystery By Victoria Abbott, Nickeled-and-Dimed to Death: A Devereaux’s Dime Store Mystery By Denise Swanson, Peach Pies and Alibis by Ellery Adams, Trouble in the Tarot by Kari Lee Townsend, and Wave Good-Bye: A Southern Beauty Shop Mystery By Lila Dare. Details on how to enter to win at the end of this post.
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Rabbi Aviva Cohen is at it again—she’s helping the police whether they want her to or not. It all started when Florence’s daughter finally got engaged. After all, Audrey’s in her forties! But Aviva won’t do interfaith weddings so Florence is referred to Rabbi Ben. He doesn’t do interfaith marriages either but surely can recommend another rabbi who will. Should be easy enough, right?
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This week we have yet another group of new fun mystery novels to share and to give away. We have reviews of A Fete Worse than Death by Claudia Bishop, Agony of the Leaves by Laura Childs, Assaulted Pretzel by Laura Bradford, Cat Trick by Sofie Kelly, Bowled Over by Victoria Hamilton, and Buried in a Bog by Sheila Connolly. These books include a lot of recipes, teas, cats, Amish and kitchen collectibles. Details on how to win a copy of all of these books at the end of this post.
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This week we are reviewing four more Penguin mysteries, some with a touch of the supernatural, & giving away copies of all of them-details at the end of the post! First we have a review of Chance of A Ghost: A Haunted Guesthouse Mystery by E.J. Copperman, Knot What It Seams by Elizabeth Craig, One Hot Murder by Lorraine Bartlett and Veiled Revenge: A Crime of Fashion Mystery By Ellen Byerrum.
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Just in time for last minute Valentine’s Day celebrations this weekend we have a wonderful guest post called A Love Affair With Cheese that includes a heavenly chocolate and cheese fondue recipe from mystery author Avery Adams, author of the Cheese Shop Mysteries. We also have a review of Avery’s latest book, To Brie or Not To Brie, and info at the end of this post on how to win a signed copy of one of the Cheese Shop Mysteries.
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Trudi Hargrave is the woman you love to hate. She’s pushy, totally out for herself only, and, unfortunately, the tourism director for Briar Creek. She’s got the idea that Captain Kidd’s treasure is buried on one of the hundred islands -most uninhabited- and thinks a treasure hunt would bring fame and fortune to town. Residents complicate things—plus treasure hunters, tourists and logjams of traffic compound her problems.
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The Kid has just returned from Louisiana where he first kept Fast Eddie company and then stood as sole mourner at Eddie’s funeral. It’s what you do for the man who mentored you, pretty much raised you and made you who you are today. It also cost a lot of money The Kid didn’t have so he borrowed from the people who charge high rates, rather insist on getting their money back and don’t bother with reporting to the credit bureau.
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For your holiday reading and gift giving pleasure we are reviewing 3 Christmas mysteries from Penguin & you can enter to win copies of all 3! We have Let It Sew by Elizabeth Lynn Casey, Read and Buried by Erika Chase, and Herald of Death by Kate Kingsbury. Details at the end of this post on how to enter along with info on how to purchase copies of the books, and if you use our purchase links you help support KRL and our ability to keeping bringing you mystery fun in the new year! And don’t miss our other book giveaways in this week’s issue!
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This week we have a special treat–a review of the latest Nurse Frosty book by our own Lee Juslin, Nurse Frosty at the Blunderbuss Inn. This is a fun children’s book with a mystery twist that can be fun for all ages–especially if you are a dog lover! We also have an interview with Lee & you can enter to win a copy of the book-details at the end of this post.
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Alex and her sister Sam have enough to do during the Halloween season without another murder popping up. Still, the crisp fall air and spooky season are just the right setting for one to happen.
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Walter is approximately 6 months old & currently 8 lbs. He is good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Good with Adults, Does Good in the Car, Requires a yard, Likes to play with toys, Likes to be in your lap, Playful and Affectionate. China is available through Animal Compassion Team.
Cheeto is a 7 month old male orange and white tabby. He gets along with cats and dogs and loves to just play and hang our. Cheeto is available through Cat House On The Kings.
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