Jinx by Meg Cabot follows Jena Honeychurch as she embarks on a new journey in New York City, living with her aunt and uncle in their brownstone. Will Jean stop being called Jinx? Jean “Jinx” Honeychurch Jean is a sixteen-year-old girl moving from her hometown of Hancock, Iowa, to New York City. Her parents hoped […]
A Turn for the Bad by Sheila Connolly is a contradiction of right and wrong. It reminds us that the world isn’t just black and white, but there are many colors in between. Will Maura find the clues to find John Tully? Its fall in County Cork and Sullivan’s is slow until a man, John […]
An Early Wake by Sheila Connolly brings music back to Sullivan’s by way of Irish magic. At least, that’s how it feels. Will Maura figure out what happened to Aidan before she worries Sullivan’s out of business? In this third installment, we find Maura settling into County Cork more than she thought she would. A […]
Death on the Shelf by Allison Brook has Carrie getting excited about her best friend’s wedding. Will Carrie’s help in solving Aidan’s death be good for Angela’s family in the long run? Carrie Singleton is one of four bridesmaids for Angela’s wedding and is very excited to attend. Thanks to her brother’s drama, Angela has […]
Scandal in Skibbereen by Sheila Connolly is a reminder that not everyone is in a hurry and we should all take the time to breathe. Will Maura figure out who killed Seamus? Maura Donovan In this second installment, we find our sleuth better settled but unwilling to commit to staying. Maura fits in well, and […]
Checked Out for Murder by Allison Brook sees Cassie Singleton dealing with her mom, that is in town for a movie being filmed. She may also have a couple of murders to solve. Is Daphne Marriot’s death connected to a cold case from twenty years ago? Carrie Singleton Our sleuth is still happily dating Dylan […]
The Good Son by Jacquelyn Mitchard made me think about motherhood and how our children are always our responsibility. Will Thea figure out how to help Stefan? Does Stefan even want her help? Thea Our point of view comes from Thea. She is a professor of literature, author, wife, and mother. To be exact, Thea […]
Read and Gone by Allison Brook has the right amount of Christmas cheer surrounded by a mystery. Can Carrie keep Jim Singleton from going to jail? Carrie Singleton Carrie Singleton is celebrating her thirtieth birthday celebration, which is also part housewarming party. After that, her dad, Jim Singleton, comes back into town and wants Carrie […]