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Books On Tour: The Paris Girl

Reading this book was like wandering the streets and alleyways of Paris.  The story unfolded at a leisurely pace, a few turns sent the action in a different direction, several parts that required more thought like pausing at a store window, and it eventually reached its final destination. Just as a walk through Paris is enjoyable, so was this book.

I thought that the cast of characters was representative of Paris at the time (1920s). Exiled Russians, jaded Parisian artistes, Americans who stayed in Europe after WWI – all are present. Some of them are more vivid than others, and some could have done with more depth. I would have liked to have seen more of Constanza and Tatiana’s relationship that would have supported events later in the book. I did think that her villains were very well-done, and easy to loathe.

I also wish that the author had spent a little bit of background time on the exploding artistic scene in post-WWI Paris. This was the time of Hemingway, Fitzgerald, and Stein,  of Picasso, Dali, and Chagall. I loved the focus on couture and fashion, but (once again) acknowledgment of the overall artistic scene of 1920s Paris could have used some beefing up.

I wasn’t kidding when I said that the plot meandered. It all worked together in the end, and to great effect, but there were several times that I wasn’t sure where the focus of the story was actually going. At the time it was a little frustrating because I was looking for a linear story. However, after some reflection, I have a greater appreciation for the way the plot was crafted.

I did think that the Russian aspect was particularly fascinating to me. Having visited and studied the history of the country, I would have loved if the author had gone into a little bit more detail about Tatiana’s family and the reasons for their situation. I think that was one plot point that could have used a little fleshing out.

These points are mainly because I am a huge history buff, and I feel a little bit like there was a missed opportunity here. That being said, the author did a bang-up job of describing the life of mannequins and the French fashion houses. I didn’t know much about them, so that was very informative.

Overall, it was an enjoyable story. I especially liked the plan that three main characters come up with towards the end – I think it encapsulated American ingenuity, Parisian class, and Russian daring. It was a good read, and I would certainly recommend it to anyone with interest in historical fiction.

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Natalie Meg Evans has been an art student, actor, PR copywriter, book-keeper and bar tender but always wanted to write. A USA Today best-seller and RITA nominee, she is author of four published novels which follow the fortunes of strong-minded women during the 1930s and 40s. Fashion, manners and art are the glass through which her characters’ lives are viewed. Each novel is laced with passion, romance and desire. Mystery is never far away. An avid absorber of history – for her sixth birthday she got a toy Arthurian castle with plastic knights – Natalie views historical fiction as theatre for the imagination. Her novels delve behind the scenes of a prestige industry: high fashion, millinery, theatre, wine making. Rich arenas for love and conflict. Most at home in the English countryside, Natalie lives in rural Suffolk. She has one son. 

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Books On Tour: A View Across the Rooftops

Historical fiction is not usually my top pick, but after reading A View Across the Rooftops by Suzanne Kelman, I may have to re-evaluate and read more of this genre. It was an extraordinary lyrical book that perfectly captured the hopelessness of occupation while also celebrating the human spirit and instinct for survival.

I thought Josef’s character was exceptionally well-done (which is good, since the whole plot centers around his actions). He had allowed his grief to envelope him to the point that he was barely living any meaningful existence. It takes a few actions by the Nazis to make him realize that his self-imposed emotional prison is nothing compared to the atrocities that his neighbors and friends were facing.

The author did an excellent job of conveying the mood and atmosphere of all aspects of occupation and did so by personifying them in her characters. For example, Ingrid’s eagerness to support the Third Reich showed how much she longed for stability and a comfortable life, mainly due to her unsettled childhood. She was blind to the true nature of the Nazis in her desire for steadiness. And her realizations about the truth come only after some truly horrific events.

Honestly, I wish I had the time and space to analyze each of the characters because I think each one of them was multifaceted and changed throughout the story. The journey of the characters through occupation is as long and complicated as the war itself.

An underlying theme of perseverance through adversity is also well-thought-out. Michael maintains his personality for most of the book, only falling into real despair once (no spoilers). Hannah realizes that she has more courage than she thought possible. Even little Eva finds something that keeps her motivated while destruction surrounds her.

I do not get emotional at books, but this one had me crying in quite a few places. Some of it was due to the author’s ability to convey the emotions of the moment, but it was also at the realization of the sheer evilness that humanity can exhibit. Hate, and the belief of inherent superiority, is a destructive force. Those who ignore the rise of suppressive forces are doomed to suffer under it. It takes internal fortitude, and a belief in the fundamental good in people, to overcome it.

A View Across the Rooftops is well-written, full of description and depth, and it should go straight to the top of your reading list.   

A View Across the RooftopsA View Across the Rooftops by Suzanne Kelman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Epic. There is no other way to describe this story. It is an incredible journey through occupied Amsterdam, from 1941 to after the war in 1947. The characters are realistic, and the author did an excellent job of creating a representative cross-section of people, from the Nazi sympathizer to the members of the Dutch Resistance. When it comes to books, I am not a crier, but I found myself tearing up several times at both the sheer beauty and the utter despair on the pages. This is one of my favorite books I have read this year, by far. For a detailed review, please visit my blog at Fireflies and Free Kicks Fiction Reviews. Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for a complimentary, pre-release, digital ARC of the book.

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Suzanne Kelman is a 2015 Academy of Motion Pictures Nicholl Finalist, Multi-Award-Winning Screenwriter and a Film Producer. As well as working in film she is also an International Amazon Bestselling Fiction Author of the Southlea Bay Series – The Rejected Writers’ Book Club, Rejected Writers Take the Stage and The Rejected Writers’ Christmas Wedding. Born in the United Kingdom, she now resides in Washington State.  

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Books On Tour: What He Did

I love a book that has an intriguing opening prologue that sets the tone, even if it takes a while to figure out where the event falls in the importance of the story. That is the case with What He Did, the latest release from J.G. Roberts.

From the opening scene, this book had me hooked. I think I was also drawn in because we are a football (soccer) family, so I was interested in that aspect of the plot. But, even if it hadn’t been a significant point, I still would have enjoyed this story.

I thought the author did a fantastic job of revealing clues as the investigation proceeded; I appreciate when an author takes the time to plan things so that the reader can try to solve the case along with the characters. That is what occurred in this book. I dislike when all of the information comes across at once, making the Detective (or Investigator, or whatever position) look like a genius.

That doesn’t happen in this book. Detective Rachel Hart follows multiple leads, and the investigation branches in several different directions, just like a proper case would in real life. This means that either the author has first-hand knowledge of the process, or took the time to do extensive research. Either way, it makes for a much more interesting read.

I also appreciated the red herrings that the author threw in for the reader. There were more than a few moments where I switched my mind about who was who (and who was responsible for something occurring). I read a lot of crime thrillers (and my husband is law enforcement), so I am always excited when an author keeps me on my toes.

The subplot of Rachel’s personal life fit into the plot neatly, which isn’t always the case. Although, I do think that there is more to be revealed in future books if the ending is any clue. This is the second book in the Detective Rachel Hart series, and aside from a few references to a previous case, it can be read as a stand-alone. That being said, I have already downloaded the first book in the series, and eagerly await the next installment.

What He Did (Detective Rachel Hart Book 2)What He Did by J.G. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The second book in the Detective Rachel Hart series can be read as a standalone, and it is quite the page-turner. The author does an outstanding job of allowing the reader to follow the case along with Rachel, while also throwing in a few twists along the way that keep it interesting. While the investigation aspect is well-done, the personal side of Rachel’s life is also realistic. Although I did figure a few things out before Rachel did, the author kept me engaged right up to the final page. An excellent crime thriller to pick up! For a full review, please see my blog at Fireflies and Free Kicks Fiction Reviews. Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for a complimentary, pre-release, digital ARC of this book.

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Julia was born in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, and began her career as a professional singer/dancer. This enabled her to travel the world in her late teens storing up experiences she has since included in her writing. Following roles as a hostess on The Price is Right and a member of the Beadle’s About ‘hit squad’ in the 1980s, she became a TV Presenter and filmed features for Sky Sports before launching the QVC shopping channel in 1993 where she still presents today. Having always wanted to write, she penned her first book, a memoir sold on QVC, in 2013 and has since written four full length novels, two novellas and several short stories.  

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Books On Tour: In My Mother’s Name

Some psychological thrillers are rollercoaster rides. They start slow and then pick up the pace, gradually turning into an exciting, page-turner of a read. Others are more like ivy. They creep and crawl, drawing readers in slowly with tendrils of information until they are completely entangled in the story. In My Mother’s Name belongs in the latter category, and it is one of the most stunning books I have read in a long time.

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When cleaning out her grandmother’s house, Adele finds a diary that belonged to her long-dead mother. What follows is Adele’s journey to discover the truth about her mother’s life as well as Adele’s history. As Adele visits the village of Reedstown and meets people who knew her mother as a teenager, Adele soon realizes that there is a lot more to her mother’s story than meets the eye.

The author does a fantastic job of keeping multiple character arcs moving forward while intertwining them with other characters’ stories. The writing styles also change: at times, the descriptions are very poetic and idyllic, while at others (specifically in diary entries and flashbacks) there is a rawness that comes across strongly. I also liked how the author used several innocuous things (a bird nesting in an attic, a smoky chimney, etc.) to illustrate how even minor events can have a significant impact on one’s life.

In the midst of it all, the character development is what struck me as the key to drawing me into the story. Each of the main characters (and even several of the secondary characters) are fully fleshed out and grow with the events of the plot. As more village secrets are revealed, I realized how my perception of the characters changed – but also how there were apparent signs in earlier events that hinted at each character’s role in the activities of 24 years prior.

I know that sounds a little muddled, but it actually isn’t within the course of the story. As I said, the author pulls the reader in slowly with the bits of information and then throws in twists that take the action in a different direction. In My Mother’s Name is certainly a page-turner, but not a high-velocity one. Be prepared to settle in for the long haul and allow the plot to wash over you as you follow Adele’s, and ultimately Marianne’s story. You will not be disappointed.

In My Mother's NameIn My Mother’s Name by Laura Elliot
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am not usually one to agree with taglines or blurbs because they often feel over-the-top, but this is one case where I can wholeheartedly say that it is 100% accurate. This book was an addictive, emotional, page-turner of a psychological thriller (that’s a mouthful). The characters are real and well-developed, and the author does a superb job of bringing the village of Reedstown with all of its blemishes, secrets, and tainted history to life. Adele is a protagonist who is easy to support as she journeys into the past to find the truth about her mother’s life and death. In My Mother’s Name is one book you do not want to skip over. For a full review, please visit my blog at Fireflies and Free Kicks Fiction Reviews. Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for the opportunity to read a complimentary pre-release, digital ARC of this book.

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Laura Elliot is an Irish novelist who writes psychological thrillers and lives in Dublin, Ireland. Her novels are: The Wife Before Me, Guilty, Sleep Sister, The Betrayal, Fragile Lies, Stolen Child and The Prodigal Sister. She has worked as a journalist and magazine editor. In My Mother’s Name is her latest novel published by Bookouture.

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Books On Tour – Her Last Whisper

Time for another “unputdownable thriller.” This time up, it’s Her Last Whisper, the second book in the Detective Katie Scott series by Jennifer Chase.

Fresh off her first case, Katie is assigned to investigate cold cases in the Pine Valley Sheriff’s Department. One particular cold case catches her eye because it is only six months old. It is somewhat “ripped from the headlines” in that it involves a woman who claims to have been kidnapped, but details and supporting facts seem to be lacking. (If memory serves there was a similar real-life case near Sacramento, CA a few years ago).

Katie suffers from undiagnosed PTSD from her time in the Army. The subplot involving a former Army buddy seems like an unnecessary complication, although it does give a little bit of depth to Katie’s background. Likewise, her PTSD appears to be used as a plot device more than an actual character trait.

I thought the detective work was mostly accurate, and the crime(s) were interesting. However, I felt like the author gave superficial treatment to some aspects of the case, even tossing off one plot point with a “we’ll never know” comment. It played a part in the investigation, and it didn’t ring true that it all of a sudden didn’t matter to the case. And I didn’t think that the perpetrator’s motivation was as detailed as it could have been.

All of that aside, there were some genuine surprises, and it was an interesting book. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good crime thriller series. It can be read as a stand-alone, but there are several references to events from Little Girls Sleeping (the first book), so if you want a more solid background, start with that one.

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Jennifer Chase is a multi award-winning and best-selling crime fiction author, as well as a consulting criminologist. Jennifer holds a bachelor degree in police forensics and a master’s degree in criminology & criminal justice. These academic pursuits developed out of her curiosity about the criminal mind as well as from her own experience with a violent psychopath, providing Jennifer with deep personal investment in every story she tells. In addition, she holds certifications in serial crime and criminal profiling. She is an affiliate member of the International Association of Forensic Criminologists, and member of the International Thriller Writers.  

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Books On Tour: Close To You

Close to You is one of the most exciting books I have read in a while, and I have read a lot of cracking psychological thrillers lately. Because of the number of books I go through, I have become quite good at usually figuring out at least one or two plot points.

That was not the case with this book. It kept me guessing right up to the very last page, and for that reason, it is one of my favorite books that I have read in a long time.

Right from the beginning, the author grabbed me with the unique premise of the story. I liked that the main character had an unusual job (personal trainer) and that the plot started with a bang. I have found that my favorite books often state something shocking, and then elaborate on how the characters got to that particular point.

In this case, the story unfolds with mostly alternating “then” and “now” chapters. As always, there are no plot spoilers here. Suffice to say that the author does a fantastic job of keeping the narrative flowing in spite of the jumps back and forth in time.

I also appreciated how I was never quite able to get a total read on the main characters. Just when I thought I had figured out a character’s motivations, there was a red herring or an incident that changed my mind. And about the red herrings: sometimes an author uses them in a way that is too obvious, and they stand out by a mile. Not the case in this book. They are perfectly placed and just plausible enough to keep the reader turning the pages.

One thing, however: this is the third book in a week where the author has felt the need to throw in a political comment that has no bearing on the characters nor the story. Frankly, I’m getting tired of it, because it takes me out of the drama at hand. It is gratuitous and (as I have stated before) annoying. Authors (and editors) would do well to remember that people from all walks of life read their books; alienating a large population for the sole purpose of earning some sort of “cool points” seems counter-productive, self-indulgent and childish.

I’m marking it a 5-star read because I didn’t see the twist coming for a change. But I do wish that authors would wise up and stop pandering. Next time, I might just stop reading – and that would be a shame.

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Books On Tour: Broken Souls

Have you ever had friends tell you that you HAVE to read a book (or see a movie, or watch a tv show) because it is incredible, or at the tip-top of its genre? And you think it couldn’t possibly be as good as everyone says, so you ignore it and get around to taking a look at some point, thinking you’ll give it a try? And then you realize that you’re an idiot and you’re missing out because it really IS as good as everyone says?   

If so, you’re just like me when it comes to Patricia Gibney’s books.

I have seen her recommended numerous times, and people in book groups rave about her crime thrillers. I am always looking for new authors, but I tend to shy away from ones who get a LOT of hype (for the reasons listed above). I am thrilled that I finally came to my senses when it comes to her books, though, because this was one thriller that I could NOT put down.

Even though Broken Souls is the 7th in the Detective Lottie Parker series, I was able to read it almost as a stand-alone. The author did a fantastic job of allowing a new reader to enjoy the story without distracting references to past books.

That’s not to say that the references aren’t there, because they are (hard to avoid seven books in). But they were well-placed and served to move the current plot along instead of causing me to stop and try to figure out what had happened. The references also made me curious enough to want to go back and read the first books in the series, and I promptly added them to my Amazon cart.

The deftly-woven plot kept me turning pages. I love a book that reads like a television show, especially when it comes to UK crime dramas.  The author did a fantastic job of tying all of the characters together, and I think she captured the nature of a small-town realistically.

I sound like a broken record, but there are no spoilers here. Just a mea culpa that I should have listened to people and picked up Patricia Gibney’s books ages ago. Consider me a convert, and I can’t wait to see what comes next!

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Books-On-Tour: The Last Wife

Finally, a book that lives up to the hype of a page-turning thriller with a twist you won’t see coming.

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Ria is a single mom because her husband, Grayson, walked out on her five years ago. Her mother-in-law has kept her as part of the family, even though the family is not very tight. One day, Ria receives some emails exposing family members’ secrets. Who sent her the emails, and why?

It is an exciting premise, and the author does a great job of layering the lies that each family member tells to cover their secrets. The result is that the reader is never quite sure what is a lie or what is the truth. Furthermore, one also can’t tell which lie is being covered up. It becomes an intricate spiderweb, and as Ria looks into the emails further, she becomes more entrapped.

I thought that overall it was a very well-done story. I felt that the different personalities of the daughters-in-law (Ria, Ashlin, and Samira), as well as that of Christine (the daughter), were all sharply written. The male characters were not as strong, mainly because I think that the author wanted to showcase how women unknowingly influence each other’s personalities.

And then there is May, the matriarch of the Parker clan. From the beginning, it is apparent that she is headstrong and the driving force of the family. She is also an enigma, as her chapters often end with a thought or comment that leaves the reader questioning her motivations.

No spoilers here, so that’s all I am going to say about the plot. I will repeat that it’s a page-turner, and the multiple twists were well done. I only guessed one of them, partially guessed another, and didn’t see one coming at all. One of the notes that I made was that the story was like a bizarre game of Family Clue.

Now, to the not-so-good. The location of the story is Chicago. Last I checked, this is in the United States. Forgive the snark, but I counted at least 18 instances of phrasing that were inconsistent with American English. Everything from “bollocks” to “ringing” someone on their phone. Now, it might seem inconsequential to some, but to me, it feels lazy.  

Just as I would expect a story set in England or Australia to use UK terms, I expect a story set in America to use American words. We don’t “ring” people, we call them. We don’t “lose the plot,” we “go crazy” or “lose it.” There were a few other examples as well. They were jarring and took me out of the flow of the story.

If a writer is going to set a story in a location, I wish the writer would do the simple research necessary to make everything fit together. Or, at the very least, that the editor would catch these things before publication.

That was really the only detraction, however, and I still would recommend this book to anyone looking for a good page-turner.

The Last WifeThe Last Wife by Nicola Marsh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lots of books claim to be page-turning thrillers with unbelievable twists. Some live up to the hype, and some don’t. In The Last Wife, all of the characters had secrets of some kind. The author did a fantastic job of keeping me off-balance and wondering which secret was affecting which character. In fact, there were layers upon layers of lies that unraveled throughout the story. There were a couple of writing issues that seemed jarring to me, but overall I thought it was a well-done thriller with an original (and unexpected) twist. Yes, this one did live up to the hype. For a full review, please visit my blog at Fireflies and Free Kicks Fiction Reviews. Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for a complimentary digital ARC of this book.

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USA TODAY bestselling & multi-award winning author Nicola Marsh writes feel-good fiction with a twist!

She has published 68 books with Harlequin, Amazon and indie, and sold over 8 million copies worldwide. She currently writes women’s fiction/rural romance for Harper Collins Australia Mira imprint, emotional domestic suspense for Bookouture and contemporary romance for Harlequin Dare.

Her first mainstream contemporary romance, BUSTED IN BOLLYWOOD released to rave reviews, including a nomination for RWA’s RBY, Romantic Book of the Year. 
Her first indie-pubbed contemporary romance CRAZY LOVE is an Amazon and Barnes & Noble bestseller, and was nominated for an ARRA award. Her women’s fiction novel SAVING SARA with Lake Union hit the #1 kindle romance spot on Amazon UK.

Her young adult fantasy SCION OF THE SUN won a National Readers’ Choice Award for Best YA novel.

She’s also a Waldenbooks, Bookscan and Barnes & Noble bestseller, a RBY and National Readers’ Choice Award winner, is a multiple finalist for awards including the Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award, HOLT Medallion, Booksellers’ Best, Golden Quill, Laurel Wreath, More than Magic and has won several CataRomance Reviewers’ Choice Awards. 

A physiotherapist for 13 years, she now adores writing full time, raising her two dashing young heroes, sharing fine food with family and friends, barracking loudly for her beloved North Melbourne Kangaroos footy team, and her favourite, curling up with a good book!

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Books On Tour: Taken to the Grave

I have found a new series to get into (my list is getting long).

The second in the Detective Jo Fournier series by M M Chouinard was entertaining and intriguing (and sometimes that is a difficult combination to achieve).

From the first death in the office of a college professor, I had a feeling that I was going to like this book. Having worked in higher education, I am always interested in how accurately portrayed it is. I am happy to report that the author does an excellent job of detailing the politics and pitfalls of higher education faculty and staff.

The mystery itself was also gripping. By the time Jo and her partner, Arnett, caught on to the links between the victims, there were so many other questions to answer that I was kept off-balance as to who the killer might be – there were a few red herrings that helped to complicate the investigation. I did not mind those because they were well-written and did not seem gratuitous.

I liked how the author interspersed a few chapters from the killer’s perspective. This gave the depth to the motivations and made the story more interesting. I also appreciated the “cat and mouse” aspect to the search for the killer, because there were a few times that I couldn’t tell which characters were the cat and which were the mouse. To be kept guessing equals a good read in my book.

Usually I do not like it when there is random personal background thrown into a story, but in this book it worked. I enjoyed Jo’s visit to Louisiana and would love to see more about her family. I think it was good background to her character.

There were a few places where I felt that I missed a reference from the first book, but ultimately it did not diminish my interest in the story. In fact, I had to go out and grab the first one to fill in the backstory. In other words, this can be read as a standalone.

If you are a fan of crime thrillers, look no further. Go and get this one now!

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In a town full of secrets, the truth won’t stay buried…

When a girl’s body is discovered in a park in the sleepy Massachusetts town of Oakhurst, local detective Jo is shocked to the core. Because the girl is the second innocent victim to turn up dead in three days. And just like the first, a tarot card has been left by the body. The meaning of the card: betrayal.

After uncovering a series of threatening messages targeting the girl, a student at the university, and the first victim, her teacher, Jo thinks she’s locked the killer in her crosshairs. The primary suspect is a volatile ex-military student with an axe to grind for failing grades, and the frightened town is out for his blood. But the next day, a much-loved member of the community is found dead in her home, a tarot card in her mail. There’s no clear motive to link her death to the others, and the message on the card this time is even stranger: domestic bliss.

With a fourth body and card appearing the following day, Jo knows she’s running out of time to crack the code and bring the killer to justice. And the pressure only gets worse with heart-breaking news about Jo’s father forcing her to choose between helping her family heal or the victims’ families get justice. Can Jo find the twisted murderer sending the town into a panic before another life is lost? Or this time, will the dangerous killer find her first?

A completely addictive detective thriller that will keep you guessing into the early hours of the morning. If you love Kendra Elliot, Melinda Leigh and Lisa Regan you’ll love Taken to the Grave.

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M.M. Chouinard’s first fiction story was published in her local paper when she was eight, and she fell in love with Agatha Christie novels not long after. While pursuing a Ph.D in psychology and helping to found the first U.S. research university of the new millenium, the stories kept rattling around inside her skull, demanding to come out. For sanity’s sake, she released them. She’s currently at work on her seventh novel.

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Books-On-Tour: A Purrfect Alibi

I have always liked crime-solving entertainment, from tv shows to board games (does anyone remember Electronic Detective?) to books. I’m usually partial to grittier crime novels because they often contain twists and are harder to solve. But every so often, I enjoy a simple cozy mystery where I can “go along for the ride.”

When I get into that mood, Leighan Dobbs is one of my go-to authors. I am happy to report that her new release, A Purrfect Alibi is another winner.

From the opening introductions of mediums and psychics to the reveal of “whodunnit,” I was thoroughly entertained by this book. I love how the cats are important characters and are often smarter than the humans (anyone who owns a cat knows that this is true anyway).

In some ways, these books remind me of the Mrs. Murphy mysteries, mainly because of the way the animals communicate with each other and humans. But this series is much cozier and “fun-loving” (if murder could be called fun).

Honestly, you can read the blurbs for the plot, and with it being a mystery, I’m not about to write any spoilers. As always, you’ll have to read it yourself to find out what happens. But I will tell you that it is well-written and enjoyable. With the weather turning fall-ish quickly, it’s time to cuddle up with a cozy, and you won’t go wrong with this one.

USA Today bestselling author, Leighann Dobbs, discovered her passion for writing after a twenty year career as a software engineer. She lives in New Hampshire with her husband Bruce, their trusty Chihuahua mix Mojo and beautiful rescue cat, Kitty. Her book “Dead Wrong” won the “Best Mystery Romance” award at the 2014 Indie Romance Convention. Her book “Ghostly Paws” was the 2015 Chanticleer Mystery & Mayhem First Place category winner in the Animal Mystery category.

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