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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2676 KP) rated Fahrenheit 501 in Books

Sep 13, 2023  
Fahrenheit 501
Fahrenheit 501
Diane Vallere | 2021 | Mystery
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Are Jeans a Motive for Murder?
When Samantha Kidd is asked to join a secret fashion society, she is surprised to even hear about it. Her initial interview is cut short when she finds the dead body of an older member buried under a pile of jeans. While not officially a part of the society yet, Samantha still has the connections to ask around. Can she piece together who the killer is?

I’ll admit, the society in this book seemed like a stretch to me, but then again, I have some odd hobbies, so who am I to say anything. Besides, it sets up another fun mystery with plenty of twists to keep the reader engaged. There was one aspect of the plot that was needlessly confusing early on, but it starts to be more consistent the further into the book we go. And the plot came together for a logical climax. In addition to the regulars, a couple of characters we haven’t seen in a while pop back up here, and I enjoyed seeing them again. We also get the usual laughs, which are always a delight. Fans will be pleased with this addition to the series.
  
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Heather Cranmer (2721 KP) created a post

Feb 3, 2023 (Updated Feb 3, 2023)  
It's cover reveal time! I've got the amazing cover for Anita Dickason's new mystery book, MURDER'S LEGACY on my blog today! You can also watch the book trailer, pre-order the book, and enter the giveaway for a chance to win a Tori Winters series tote bag and a cute personalized mug!

https://alltheupsandowns.blogspot.com/2023/02/cover-reveal-pre-order-book-blitz-and.html

**BOOK SYNOPSIS**
Secrets that defy time!

An inconceivable disaster brings Tori Winters’ plans for the historic house she inherited to a traumatic standstill. A section of the escape tunnel built by her great-grandfather, a notorious Dallas gangster, has collapsed. Within the rubble, there is a gruesome discovery. A skeleton with a bullet hole in the skull.

The shocking cave-in triggers an ominous scheme to condemn her property as accusations arise that the tunnel is dangerous.

Embattled, Tori soon discovers that more than the destruction of the house is on the line. It seems she can’t escape the past. It keeps clawing its way into her life with deadly consequences.

Who hides in the shadows with a motive for murder?

And … is Tori the target?
      
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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2676 KP) rated Murders in the Marquee in Books

Sep 2, 2026  
Murders in the Marquee
Murders in the Marquee
Dana Mentink | 2026 | Mystery
9
9.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Murder, Mayhem, and Mallards
It’s 1905, and Saul has just landed a new job at the Grand Mallard Marquee. But, on his first day, he thinks he sees someone fall from an upper floor. When his new friends, Kitty and Henry, convince him to investigate, they are left with more questions. There’s also the question of what happened to the man that Saul replaced. Can the trio figure out what is going on?

I’ll admit, this book took a couple of chapters for me to full get into, but once I did, I loved it. The main characters came to life, and I loved them and their growing friendship. The rest of the cast is strong as well. The mystery had quite a few different things going on. I figured a thing or two out early, but there were plenty of things I didn’t. Yet it all made sense at the end. I also enjoyed the time and place, and I’m already curious to see how a certain famous event that takes place the next year will be handled. This is a great debut, and I’ve already booked my room for a return visit.
  
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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2676 KP) rated Death in Luxor in Books

Oct 16, 2026  
Death in Luxor
Death in Luxor
M. A. Monnin | 2026 | Mystery
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Are Thieves Targeting the New Museum?
The brand new Grand Egyptian Museum is set to open, but they’ve been getting notes threatening one of their exhibits. Is someone planning a theft for opening night? Stefanie Adams and Thomas Burkhardt are heading to Egypt to figure things out. The suspects are a group of Egyptian history enthusiasts who have the wealth to buy their way out of close inspection when leaving the country. As theft and murder swirl around them, can Stefanie and Thomas figure out what is truly going on?

This series is a fun meshing of travelogue and mystery. While the pacing did slow down a time or two, we also got some great scenes on the way to the satisfying conclusion. And we still hit many major spots in Egypt over the course of the story, making me wish I could travel there. I also enjoyed the references to Egypt in pop culture. Stefanie and Thomas continue to be great leads, and I loved seeing them grow again here. Plus the suspects proved plenty entertaining. If you wish you could travel more, you’ll be glad you picked up this series.