Search

Search only in certain items:

CC
10
8.5 (4 Ratings)
Book Rating
This novella collection contains three Christmas themed mysteries starring the author's regular series characters. As a fan of the first two, I loved their stories. Leslie's left me a little cold, but I do intend to give her series a try soon.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/03/book-review-candy-cane-murder-by-joanne.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
BI
Black Ice (Young Sherlock Holmes, #3)
Andy Lane | 2011
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
A teenage Sherlock Holmes takes a trip to London to visit his brother only to find his brother as the only suspect in a locked room murder. It's an interesting and fun book, but it was rather slow to get going.

<a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/02/book-review-black-ice-sherlock-holmes.html">Read my full review at Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Identical twins Nan and Bert had no plans of getting involved in another murder, but when an identical twin stands accused of a crime, they have to jump in. Another great mystery full of twins with two fun main characters.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/02/book-review-double-exposure-by-barbara.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Lee Woodyard finds herself in another case when a reunion of her aunt's old high school singing group leads to a murder. As always, I love these characters and the plot moves forward very quickly. The definition of a light but fun mystery

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/06/book-review-chocolate-castle-clue-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Ashleigh and Brad get involved when one of their neighbors is found dead. Was it a hunting accident or murder? There was very little teddy bear connection in this book, but I still absolutely loved it. The characters and humor are outstanding.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-treacherous-teddy-by-john-j.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
TF
The Fault Tree
Louise Ure | 2008
4
4.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Blind mechanic Cadence Moran is walking home from work one night when she "witnesses" a murder. Trying to help the police only attracts the killer's attention. I found the story frustratingly slow for a thriller and the ending completely unbelievable.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/04/book-review-fault-tree-by-louise-ure.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
HO
House of the Hanging Jade
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
House of the Hanging Jade is a suspenseful tale of murder and obsession, all taking place against a beautiful Hawaiian backdrop. Lush descriptions of both the scenery and the food prepared by the protagonist leave you wanting more. Fans of both gothic romance and mystery novels should enjoy this story.

Note: I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
  
The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness
The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness
Erik Larson | 2004 | Crime, History & Politics, Reference
8
7.0 (16 Ratings)
Book Rating
I enjoyed the bringing to life of the Colombian Exposition (1 more)
Chicago History comes to life
I was distraught by the horror of the murder house (0 more)
Well written real life horror and accomplishment
A worthy read, I love when history comes to life, and this book accomplishes it with a flurry. You can feel the struggle to bring such a momentous event to fruition.
  
Murder Mystery (2019)
Murder Mystery (2019)
2019 | Comedy, Crime, Mystery
I feel like this should have been funnier considering who the leads are. Don't get me wrong, Aniston and Sandler are great together, and there are some truly funny moments, but I wanted to be able to laugh more than I actually did. The actual "murder mystery" was just intriguing enough to keep it going. Overall a bit disappointing, but not terrible.
  
40x40

Midge (525 KP) created a post in Bookworms

Dec 18, 2018 (Updated Dec 18, 2018)  
Is anyone reading any exciting books for Christmas? I have a choice of "The Deaths of December" by Susi Holliday, or "Murder on Christmas Eve: Classic Mysteries for the Festive Season."


I might take a look at "Christmas at Little Beach Street Bakery" by Jenny Colgan, but this is the third book in a series and I like to read them in order.