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Murder of a Small-Town Honey: A Scumble River Mystery (Scumble River Mysteries)

by Denise Swanson

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ISBN13: 9780451200556
ISBN10: 0451200551
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Publisher Comments:

Advance praise for Murder of a Small Town Honey:

"A delightful mystery that bounces along with gently wry humor and jaunty twists and turns." --Earlene Fowler

When Skye Denison left Scumble River years ago, she swore she'd never return. But after a bout with her boyfriend and credit card rejection, she's back to home sweet--homicide....

Synopsis:

First in a new cozy series featuring Skye Denison, who's reluctantly returned to her hometown of Scumble River as the new school psychologist. When the elderly host of a beloved children's TV program is found dead at a festival, Skye is compelled to snoop, especially when her brother is accused of the crime.

About the Author

Denise Swanson has worked as a school psychologist for 17 years. This is her second novel featuring Skye Denison and Scumble River. Her first book, Murder of a Small-Town Honey, debuted to advance praise from the Charlotte Austin Review, Meritorious Mysteries, and BookBrowser. She is currently working on the next Scumble River mystery, Murder of a Sleeping Beauty. Denise lives in Illinois with her husband, Dave, and their cool black cat, Boomerang. For more information, visit her website: www.deniseswanson.com

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The Book Resort, June 26, 2009 (view all comments by The Book Resort)
Denise Swanson had me laughing so hard tears rolled & rolled... & rolled again! This series is hysterical. Skye is friggin' hilarious!


My favorite was the Cow Chip Bingo. I had to wipe the tears away. It was unbelievably uproarious!


I would combust into fits of laughter telling anybody & everybody about the wickedly delicious Scumble River series.

Watching Skye Denison return to her hometown was enjoyable. Skye is definitely well loved & is welcome w/ open arms. Of course, there are a few sarcastic comments made about her extra padding ~ she put on a few pounds while away from home.

Skye offers to be a jelly judge at Chokeberry Days, a local tradition that had me doubling over from laughing so hard. Some Scumble River residents advocate it as a way to bring revenue into the town, while others oppose it, groaning it is bringing a little too much change.

Swanson knows how to create characters who are a vibrant mix of personalities. Skye's a quick-witted woman w/ an abundance of intuition into human frailty. Swanson does an excellent job keeping Skye credible.


Skye's dichotomy of indecision is spot on. Skye's thrilled to be home embracing her family's nurturing affection, yet disillusioned by her own feelings of inadequacy. Which Swanson does an extraordinary job describing. Bravo to Denise!!!

Denise Swanson's Murder of a Small-Town depicts life in a small town effortlessly. I wanted to pack my bags for a weekend stay w/ Skye & the rest of the quirky Denison's.


Murder of a Small-Town Honey is a charming, rapid paced mystery that will leave you absolutely impatient for your next visit to Scumble River.


Hurry pick up a copy of Murder of a Small-Town Honey...


Warning! Refrain from noshing or drinking while reading!!!
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780451200556
Subtitle:
A Scumble River Mystery
Author:
Swanson, Denise
Publisher:
Signet
Location:
New York, N.Y.
Subject:
Mystery & Detective - Series
Subject:
Detective and mystery stories
Subject:
Mystery & Detective - Women Sleuths
Subject:
Women detectives
Subject:
Illinois
Subject:
Women psychologists
Subject:
School psychologists
Subject:
Mystery fiction
Subject:
Mystery-A to Z
Edition Description:
B-Mass Market
Series:
Scumble River Mystery
Series Volume:
106-658
Publication Date:
20000701
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
from 12
Language:
English
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
6.81x4.18x.75 in. .27 lbs.
Age Level:
from 18

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