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Question of the Unfamiliar Husband An Aspergers Mystery
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E J Copperman, Jeff Cohen
Margie Bunting
, November 15, 2015
This is the second in a series of quirky mysteries featuring Samuel Hoenig, who runs a business called Questions Answered. He is quick to note that he is not a private detective, but he does end up investigating murders while pursuing the answers to questions posed by his clients. What makes Samuel different is that he has Asperger's Syndrome, which gives him an edge in some areas but often leads to confusion thanks to his literal interpretation of language and his difficulty in understanding nuance, slang, and body language. His associate, Janet Washburn, whose husband is dead set against her new career, intervenes with such situations, and his mother also provides assistance. These are terrific mysteries, well told by a writer who is also an expert on autism and Asperger's. Give this one a try!
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Even This I Get to Experience
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Norman Lear
Margie Bunting
, December 18, 2014
I had recently finished college and was still living at home in January 1971 when "All in the Family" debuted on TV, and I remember watching the first episode with my parents. We knew we were seeing something brave and ground-breaking, and we heartily approved. This is the fascinating autobiography of 92-year-old Norman Lear, the brains behind AITF and numerous other pioneering TV and movie projects, covering his early life with his law-breaking father and narcissistic mother through his most recent projects in entertainment and activism. We all know Norman Lear can write, and his skills are displayed well in this entertaining book. Highly recommended.
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Dead Broke in Jarrett Creek A Samuel Craddock Mystery
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Terry Shames
Margie Bunting
, October 28, 2014
Terry Shames' third mystery featuring Samuel Craddock, a retired police chief called back into service in small-town Texas, continues to provide fascinating insights into the mind of this salt-of-the-earth yet surprising man through the use of first-person present-tense narration. Rather than being distracting or unnatural, this point of view allows us to see the circumstances evolve through Craddock's observations, experiences and perspective. It makes the story seem all the more accessible and intimate as it is recounted by this compelling protagonist. The other characters are also finely drawn and realistic, avoiding easy stereotypes and cartoonish behavior. This time the plot focuses on a banker murdered after a town hall meeting to discuss the dire state of Jarrett Creek's finances when a planned water park deal falls through. As usual, there are plenty of suspects. I particularly enjoyed revisiting many of the characters from the two previous installments, including the former police chief (and town drunk) recovering from the drying-out process and starting to show some signs of what qualified him for the job before he went off the rails. But reading the earlier books isn't a prerequisite for enjoying this one. Terry Shames' first book, A Killing at Cotton Hill, was an award finalist at Left Coast Crime earlier this year, and all of her books have proven to be highly satisfying, beautifully written literary mysteries. Best of all, we don't have to wait too long for the 4th in the series--it will be out in April 2015!
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Hawley Book of the Dead
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Chrysler Szarlan
Margie Bunting
, October 17, 2014
Reve (for Revelation)accidentally killed her husband during their high-profile Vegas magic act, even though they'd performed that trick many times. Soon it's clear that someone rigged it to cast suspicion on Reve, but who? Unlike her husband, Reve has a real power of her own--to disappear at will, and at least one of their daughters is exhibiting her own magical power, a facility for making things happen with the pictures she designs with string. Reve and her family move to her old family home, where she suspects her grandmother has knowledge and experience that will help identify the stalker/killer, who seems bent on eliminating the rest of the family. Suspenseful and beautifully written, this is the author's first novel.
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The Beautiful Mystery: Chief Inspector Gamache 8
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Louise Penny
Margie Bunting
, January 05, 2013
The latest in Louise Penny's literary mystery series about Canadian chief police inspector Armand Gamache is simply dazzling. This time Gamache and his assistant are away from home, summoned to solve a "locked room " murder in a remote monastery where the monks have gained notoriety worldwide from a recording they have made of Gregorian chants. Both the music and the murder are haunting, and Penny applies her considerable skills to make this yet another contender for this year's literary awards.
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Finding Casey
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Jo-Ann Mapson
Margie Bunting
, December 05, 2012
If you're looking for heartwarming story that is decidedly NOT sappy and is backed up by sharp writing and fascinating characters, look no further than Jo-Ann Mapson. We met some of these characters in Solomon's Oak, but this book can stand on its own. The main focus is on a somewhat untraditional family in New Mexico, featuring a 41-year-old first time mother-to-be, her second husband, and their adoptive teen, intertwined with glimpses into the life of an abused young woman and her small, gravely ill daughter. To say more would be unfair--you need to experience it for yourself. If you're as enthralled as I was, try Mapson's other books, and you won't be disappointed.
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Goldberg Variations A Novel
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Susan Isaacs
Margie Bunting
, October 22, 2012
Beauty magnate Gloria Garrison nee Goldberg has never tried to be part of her grandchildren's lives--you might say she has vigorously ignored them. Yet she is floored when none of the three shows interest in her generous offer to pass on the reins of her company. Over a single weekend, though, the three learn to understand Gloria better, if not to entirely appreciate her, and Gloria herself has a begrudging epiphany. Isaacs never fails to entertain and enthrall me with her character development. If you're looking for a book that moves fast and where "things happen," this isn't it. But if you seek great writing and an engrossing story, give this one a try. The ending may be a bit too pat, but it is a quick and satisfying read.
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Leader of the Pack
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David Rosenfelt
Margie Bunting
, August 27, 2012
Andy Carpenter is a different type of lawyer. Because he's independent wealthy, he can pick and choose his cases. This time around he's trying to resolve one of the few cases he lost, which sent his client to jail for six years. Sure, his client is from a mobster family, but shouldn't the police have looked a little further to find the real killer? Like the other entries in Rosenfelt's Andy Carpenter series, this one is easy to read, but well written, featuring an exciting case, wry humor, and secondary characters that really enhance the story.
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Replay
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Ken Grimwood
Margie Bunting
, August 08, 2012
Jeff is a journalist who can't seem to live past age 43. Each time he reaches that age, he dies, then comes back as his 18-year-old self. Sounds like a drag, but Jeff is able to remember all of his past lives, which often comes in handy--think of the possibilities! Even better, Jeff ultimately finds out he's not the only "replayer." This is one of those books that has reached cult status in my family. All of us have read and re-read it. Ken Grimwood has written other books, but this one is definitely his masterpiece.
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