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Death Be Blue by Katie Epstein Katie Epstein General Fiction (Adult) , Sci Fi & Fantasy Pub Date 29 Sep 2017 Review My initial thoughts on Death be Blue were mixed. I thought it would be your run of the mill urban fantasy mystery. Once I got past the introduction, however, the novel improved immensely. The plot became more complex and the characters had more depth. Portiside City exists on a plane adjacent to earth. Here the fae, shifters, gifted humans and other being

Purring around the Christmas Tree by Liz Mugavero Kensington Books Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 26 Sep 2017 Review Wow, once again Liz Mugavero has served readers a treat as tasty as those her heroine “Stan” Connor serves up in her pet bakery. Liz Mugavero consistently provides readers with entertaining mysteries where pets are more than just window dressing. In this holiday themed cozy, Santa is found in his sleigh, DOA. At first, everyone fears the victim is Seamus, the

Wagging through the Snow by Laurien Berenson Kensington Books Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 26 Sep 2017 Review If you love dogs and mysteries, you should take the time to read Laurien Berenson’s novels. She does a wonderful job portraying the unique personalities of dogs, in particular standard poodles. Wagging Through the Snow is a light mystery that s perfect for an evening relaxing with a cup of cocoa. The mystery isn't much of a puzzle, but that doesn't mean it isn't

The Dogist Puppies by Elias Weiss Friedman Artisan Books Artisan Home & Garden Pub Date 19 Sep 2017 Review Who doesn't love puppies? Soft cuddly bundles of fun are always wonderful to watch, whether they are playing, exploring or simply sleeping. The Dogist Puppies is a charming book, filled with pictures of many different popular breeds, pure and mixed, as well as lesser known breeds. Friedman uses the book to advocate responsible care and highlight some of the special

The Missing Masterpiece by Jeanne M. Dams Severn House Publishers Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 01 Sep 2017 Review Where Dorothy Martin goes, intrigue follows even on vacation in France. As Alan is incapacitated by a broken ankle, Dorothy ends up alone on her holiday. By chance, she meets a young volunteer who claims to be in search of music by Abelard. Coincidences happen, but it quickly becomes clear he isn't the only one searching for missing manuscripts. And what does

The Body in the Marsh A completely gripping crime thriller with a shocking twist you won't see coming by Nick Louth Canelo General Fiction (Adult) , Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 25 Sep 2017 Review Rarely does a mystery offer such an extreme and plausible twist. Reading The Body in the Marsh, I discovered how deceiving appearances can be and how forensics can be manipulated to create a very different truth. What first appears to be a standard procedural is definitely

The Persian Always Meows Twice by Eileen Watkins Kensington Books Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 26 Sep 2017 Review Forget batman, cat woman is far cooler. The picturesque village of Chadwick has a new amateur detective, Cassie McGlone, owner of Cassie’s Comfy Cats. Grooming cats may be her specialty, but she has a knack for knowing people. When she discovers the body of her most illustrious client, she has few plans other than to ensure his cat, a gorgeous and sweet Pers

Cause of Death by Peter Ritchie Black & White Publishing General Fiction (Adult), Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 14 Sep 2017 Review Cause of Death introduces DCI Grace Macallan, a compelling investigator with integrity and an uncommon mix of instinct and humanity. A talented officer in Northern Ireland, Macallan leaves under a cloud after testifying against a fellow officer responsible for the death of a suspect. With a background in investigations and covert operations and a

Death of a Busybody A British Library Crime Classic by George Bellairs Poisoned Pen Press Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 05 Sep 2017 Review Death of a Busybody is deliciously fun to read. It is a mystery that delights readers with an assortment of colorful village residents. Bellairs’ characters leap from the page, making it impossible for even the most serious of readers to hide their grins and chortles. It's clear that Bellairs has an eye for both the nuances of human

The Property of Lies A 1930s’ historical mystery by Marjorie Eccles Severn House Severn House Publishers Historical Fiction Pub Date 01 Sep 2017 Review The Property of Lies is an excellent historical mystery set in the aftermath of WWI, in the heart of 1930s England. The writing takes some getting used to, as it is written in present tense, unlike the vast majority of novels. It is well worth continuing past any feelings of awkwardness. The story is set at the newly e