In praise of Ann Cleeves
I learned of British mystery writer Ann Cleeves quite by accident when the mystery series Vera first was aired on Oregon Public Broadcasting a couple years ago. I was captivated by the dumpy, [...]
TBT–in the vineyard
Those of you who know me personally are aware that I, like my fictional heroine Emma Golden, lived in Yamhill County for 20 years. Harry, Ian, Wynne, and I moved out there in 1986 after I found [...]
‘The Liar’ ends Artists Rep season on a high note
He’s young, he’s handsome, he wears weird pants, and he’s constitutionally incapable of telling the truth, even when it would be easier. Meet Dorante (Chris Murray) in Artists [...]
Hard to Put Down
A really good suspense novel, hard to put down. There is just enough mystery, true “woman type friendship and caring” and romance to keep those pages turning. Totally entertaining! [...]
Had to Buy the First Book
I was unfamiliar with Judy Nedry’s writing when I downloaded her book from StoryCartel.com. After finishing “The Difficult Sister,” the first thing I did was go to Amazon and [...]
Cliff Hanger Mystery
I love reading books that are set in my general area! This cliff hanger mystery (set in the Bandon, Or. area) was no disappointment. I laughed many times at the cavalier style of the writer, Judy [...]
Emma’s Kicking Butt
Emma Golden is a quiet foodie from Portlandia… until the chips are down, and her pal needs help. Then look out!! Emma’s kicking butt. She’s my new hero. This is a great mystery, [...]
Bullets Fly. People Die.
Do not judge a book by its set-up. Yes, there’s an almond croissant on page two, but “The Difficult Sister” isn’t all bakery shops, teas, and polite, innocent snooping [...]