Flowers of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the series. A historical mystery drama. Hooked me from the beginning. I look forward to reading the next book of the series.
Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I’ve enjoyed this historical mystery series. It has captured me from the beginning and is a good read.
Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was good. It’s a historical mystery. I typically do not read this genre, but I really like this one. This is also the third book of the series. Neferet has to save her uncle. he got mixed up in a get rich quick scheme.
Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I have read the other 2 books in this series and I was simply unable to put them down, so I knew before I started this 3rd book it would probably happen again! and yep it did because this was yet another extremely well written and creative storyline. Neferet, Bener-ib, and friends are at it again! I know I have said this about this authors writing multiple times before but this story truly comes to life in your minds eye as you read it, thanks to such vivid descriptions, that truly make you feel like you are really there. This Authors talent knows no bounds
Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Web of Evil (Hani’s Daughter Mysteries) by N.L. Holmes. This is the second book in the Hani’s Daughter Mysteries and even though this isn’t my favorite genre, I’m loving this series. They are so good and very hard to put down once you start them. It’s the continuing story of Neferet and her friends and this time they are trying to solve the mystery of the body that was washed up on the river bank. As Neferet and her girlfriends set out to solve this mystery they encounter all kinds of shady characters and are putting themselves in harms way while they are doing it. This is set in Ancient Egypt and the writing is so well done I actually felt like I was there. There is mystery, intrigue, crime, murder, secrets and lies. Get ready to sit on the edge of your seat as you read this great murder mystery. Its one of those books that will keep you thinking about it long after you are finished!
Murder the Tey Way by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Lexie runs a mystery book club where several members of the town attend. When her sister Gayle mysteriously decides to show up and there is now a body in Lexie’s back yard, is she to believe that maybe her sister had something to do with this. Gayle tells Lexie that she witnessed her boyfriend be taken care of by a police officer in Utah that is now trying to place the blame on her since he has been put on the case. Gayle is worried that police officer is going to come after her or send someone else after her since she knows what really happened. So Lexie is trying to decide if her sister had anything to do with the body that has shown up in her backyard or if it could truly be something to do with why Gayle is running? Could Lexie now be in danger because of what her sister witnessed?
Murder the Tey Way by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Lexie Driscoll is a woman who loves reading and so has taken over organising the local book club, the “Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub” to be exact, and this week they are talking about Josephine Try:s latest book, but something isn’t right at this evening’s book club, the members who are all both neighbours and friends are distracted by things in their own lives and are not really concentrating. Unfortunately, for Lexie things go from bad to worse when someone is caught peeping through her window and one of the attendees goes after them, when they return, Lexie decides to postpone the evening.While all this was happening, Lexie’s sister Gayle turns up distressed and scared after driving straight to Lexie’s from her home, but when she tells Lexie what has happened the next morning, another surprise is waiting on the lawn, the peeping tom from last night, dead! This is where Gayle speeds away again and leaves Lexie in a mess, who was the man and what was he doing there? The police are called and the investigation started, however, things are not all that they seem.
Lexie decides to focus on what is happening with her Bookclub while the police deal with the dead man, but when she asks the questions, she finds that there are more secrets to be unveiled and skeletons which want to escape the closets they are trapped in, but in true Lexie form, she asks what would Tey do and follow where the clues take her, but will she be able to untangle the knot of deceit, denial and revelations as more deaths pile up and the mystery deepens in this cozy mystery.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205091981-murder-the-tey-way” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Murder the Tey Way (Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub Book 2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1706052184l/205091981._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205091981-murder-the-tey-way”>Murder the Tey Way</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/161602.Marilyn_Levinson”>Marilyn Levinson</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6736837313″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Professor Driscoll, and her Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub, is back. This time her very own sister had shown up, scared out of her mind saying she witnessed the death of her boyfriend. Now she fears that the killer or killers are after her. When a man is found deceased in her very own yard her sister takes off. As we already know from the previous book Lexie loves a good mystery. She is once again determined to find out the truth no matter the cost. What happens when her very own bookclub member have secrets on more possible deaths? Murder the Tey Way is a good second installment to this series. The pace was steady throughout and it had a good cast of characters.
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Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is a fantastic addition to the series and I think has to be my favourite so far. I always enjoy the adventures of this character and this one was great as it involved more of her wider family. I swear she gets more feisty and independent with each book we read.
The storyline was really exciting. It kept you on the edge of your seat as to what might happen next. This author has such as good writing style. Her books are so descriptive and detailed. They paint such vivid images that you cannot help but be drawn into the story. This was a great book and I am looking forward to the next one in the series.
Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another amazing mystery in this series, Neferet is watching out for her family when that civilization’s version of a Ponzi scheme pops up. Then deaths begin occurring. Neferet and her friends begin looking into them. Such a strong and brave young woman. I love the twists and turns throughout the story. The details are amazing. The author really does a great job with research. i so enjoy this series.
Murder the Tey Way by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I thoroughly enjoyed the first book so I was rather excited to settle down and get lost in between the pages of this one ….
Lexie is living a quiet life , raising her daughter , earning her PHD , kindling a new relationship , running her book club , life seems good .
She gets a surprise visit from her sister Gayle whom she’s not seen in years , there’s a peeping Tom at their bookclub that then turns up dead on her lawn and it turns out he has mob links 🙈them her sister drops a bit of a bombshell and is on the run again.and I think I may have more questions than she does 🤣🙈 there’s a mystery to solve and it seems our book club members have their own secrets 🤔
There were a few plot twists and unexpected moments but all in all a good read that let me “ escape “
After “ attending” book club I actually went and got my hands on a Josephine Tey and can’t wait to delve into it 🥰📚
Murder the Tey Way by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Murder the Tey Way is the second book of the Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub series. The book can be read and enjoyed as a standalone story. I enjoyed the first book in the series as it focused on Agatha Christie’s stories. This book uses the works of Josephine Tey as the backdrop of a new mystery for Lexie to solve. Though there are some backstories involved the author quickly gets the reader up to date (in case they missed book 1 in the series) and some new characters. Lexie’s book club has had an interesting past with murder amongst the members and this brings a new murder to the forefront. Unfortunately, Gayle (Lexie’s sister) looks to be the prime suspect. Will Lexie find out the truth in time?
The writing is done well incorporating the books the group is reading into their own murder mystery. It is a light cozy mystery read. I enjoy the characters, the plot, and this book has renewed my interest in Josephine Tey’s writing. I look forward to reading more in this series.
Murder the Tey Way by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book in A Golden Age of Mystery Book club series. I would recommend reading the first book just so you get an idea of the characters involved but other than that it could be read as a standalone as each case is separate. This is a cosy mystery, filled with intrigue, danger, secrets, lies and deceit all culmantating in a murder mystery that turns out to be just as thrilling as the ones the book club read.
When Lexie’s sister Gayle arrives at her home fearing for her life during the book club meeting. Lexie knew she needs to figure out what was happening. When a dead body is discovered in her garden Gayle confesses she is scared for her life after witnessing something horrific, she isn’t save so she flees again leaving Lexie with a dead body and a mystery that needs to be solved.
Who was responsible for the murder? Was is the people who are after Gayle or was it someone closer to home? And with members of the book club hiding secrets and not being who they seem will she get to the bottom of this case?
This story gives a nod to the author Josephine Tey which I like how each story pays tribute to a different authors writing style.
Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the third book in this series of historical cozy mysteries set in Ancient Egypt, and featuring Hani’s (from a previous series of books) daughter Neferet. I’m a big fan of both Neferet and this series of books and was not disappointed by this latest novel. Once again I was transported back in time thanks to the wonderfully written and detailed descriptive narrative and the added historical details. The intriguing storyline had me hooked throughout and I enjoyed investigating alongside Neferet, Bener-ib and their band of teenage detectives. Neferet’s Uncle Pipi has got involved in a ‘get rich quick’ scheme at a chariot workshop. She starts to investigate when investors start turning up dead. The team must discover what’s going on and who’s behind it, but the investigation turns deadly when Neferet becomes the next victim. The storyline kept me gripped and the plot twists kept me guessing as to the outcome of the story. I’m now waiting ‘impatiently’ for book four in this enjoyable and engaging series!
Murder the Tey Way by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Murder the Tey Way is Book Two in the Golden Age of Mystery Book Club Series. It is a cozy whodunit mystery full of action, adventure, mystery, intrigue, drama, suspense, tension, and secrets. The story centers around the FMC of Lexie Driscoll who is in the middle of a Golden Age of Mystery Book Club meeting when her sister, Gayle, suddenly arrives. Gayle is on edge, nervous, and appears to be running from something or someone. When a body is discovered in her backyard, and her sister has suddenly vanished, Lexie gets pulled into the middle of a murder mystery that she must solve. As she tries to unravel clues a rash of break-ins occur in the neighborhood and more deaths occur. Along the way Lexie discovers that everyone around her may not be as they seem and that everyone has secrets. A fascinating whodunit with an eclectic cast of characters and a multi-layered storyline full of twists and turns.
Murder the Tey Way by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Marilyn Levinson’s “Murder the Tey Way” delivers a cozy mystery with a charming premise—a Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub, a puzzling murder, and an amateur sleuth determined to uncover the truth. The story centers on Professor Lexie Driscoll, who finds herself in the midst of a murder investigation after her sister Gayle arrives in a panic, claiming to have witnessed a murder and fearing for her own life.
The book starts off with a compelling setup, introducing a classic cozy mystery environment with a bookclub setting and a series of mysterious events. Levinson does well to incorporate elements of Golden Age mysteries, from the book discussions to the eccentric characters, offering a nostalgic nod to the genre’s traditional tropes.
Lexie, the protagonist, takes on the role of amateur sleuth with determination, and her involvement in the investigation drives the plot forward. The bookclub members, each with their own secrets and quirks, add to the intrigue and complexity of the story. However, while the characters are colorful, they sometimes lack depth, making it difficult to fully connect with their motivations and backgrounds.
The plot is layered with red herrings and twists that keep the reader guessing. However, the execution of these twists can feel a bit overwhelming at times, leading to moments where the storyline becomes confusing rather than captivating. The numerous secrets and revelations, while intended to add complexity, sometimes detract from the overall clarity of the mystery.
Pacing is another area where the book wavers. Certain sections drag as Lexie delves into the background of the bookclub members, while others rush through key developments. This uneven pacing affects the overall suspense and engagement with the story.
Despite these issues, “Murder the Tey Way” has its strengths. Levinson’s affection for classic detective fiction is evident, and the book offers a light, enjoyable read for fans of cozy mysteries. The references to Josephine Tey and the bookclub setting provide a nice touch for those who appreciate literary nods within their mysteries.
The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery by Rosalind Barden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Set in the 1930s, this cozy mystery is set during the Great Depression era. Monkey Island Murder is full of twists and turns, capturing your attention from the start. I enjoyed this mystery and hope to read more like it.
A Vampire in Disguise by Ava Silvers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Hazel Goode is a young woman who is on a mission, her sister is missing and the last place she has been is Shadow Hollow, a small town near Bozeman, so that is why she is on a greyhound bus heading that way. As soon as Hazel arrives, she checks in at the local hotel and meets someone who may be able to help her, or at least that is what she hopes, but first she needs food and rest, however, in the middle of the night, she senses her sisters presence and knows that the worst has happened, her sister has died.
The next day, Hazel manages to find a place to start, her sister’s apartment, however, she is very surprised to see that there are Magicals living freely with Mundanes, and as someone who is a Fire Witch herself, it goes against everything she has been taught. As Hazel follows any lead she can find, she keeps hitting dead ends, however, she also stumbled upon some positives along the way, but one name is familiar, Corwin, a man surrounded in mystery who just happens to also be the Last Vampire on Earth.
When Corwin asks Hazel to help him solve a mystery of his own, she realises that it is also the same one she is currently investigating, but the motive is completely different and as they work together, they uncover long buried secrets and expose the dark underbelly of the Magical world, but will they find out who killed Hazel’s sister and what dangers will they face along the way? This is a cozy mystery set in a magical Midwest town with plenty of twists and turns to keep you hooked throughout.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Wheel of Evil (Hani’s Daughter Mysteries) by N.L. Holmes
Wheel of Evil is the third book in the Hani’s Daughter Mysteries Series. Just when I thought the series couldn’t get any better the one flies to the top and wow’d me. This one is definitely my favorite yet. I’m a huge fan of this author and their style of writing along with amazing characters that brings the story to life. Her characters are developed and connectable. I highly recommend reading this fast-paced story to find out what happens next. I’m looking forward to reading more from this Author.
Murder the Tey Way by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book series keeps improving as each new book builds up the suspense with each new mystery happening to the club members. I was shocked that there were so many deaths and injuries this time, having the drama continue to build up and the suspense grows as I read each page. I had my suspicions and was happy to see I was right about who the guilty party was, but boy the author had me working to solve the mystery as there are so many different leads to follow about every character in the book club. We get to continue following the lives of our book club members from the first book in the Golden Age of Mystery Book Club series as they explore their love for mysteries and Tey’s adventures. I am curious if the books that the group is reading are real because I’m intrigued to read them if they are, and if they aren’t then the author should consider writing them because the stories that the book club is reading have me just as intrigued as the story that I’m following along. This book is full of amazing past characters as well as lots of new characters that you get to know, guiding the reader to have even more suspicious characters to suspect of wrongdoings. I’m hopeful that this series will continue because I love a good suspenseful mystery with just the right amount of soft romance to add to the drama.
@Brandy Rymer
07/2024
Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Neferet is one of the main characters of the story. She works in a very male-driven industry. Still, the author has Neferet written to be a very strong-willed independent character that as a reader you couldn’t picture her doing anything else. Except for maybe becoming a detective lol. When a business associate of her uncle comes up dead it piques Neferet interest. The only issue is whether Neferet or any of her loved ones could become the next victim. I loved the flow of the story and the storyline. I absolutely recommend that you read the prior books in this series to get the full story. I can’t wait to go back to read the first two books in the series.
Reviewed by @alape
A Vampire in Disguise by Ava Silvers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Hazel has set out on a mission. Her sister Willow is missing and she was last seen in Shadow Hollow. Hazel was sent an anonymous note along with her sister’s stone necklace so she has set out for Shadow Hollow. In the letter she was told she could trust someone named Haywood and to watch herself as everyone was not out to help her. Hazel and her sister are from the Goode family, a long standing line of witches. Hazel has used a locator spell for Willow but it is showing like Willow doesn’t exist. Hazel isn’t exactly hoping for the best but she has to find out what has happened to her sister.
A Vampire in Disguise by Ava Silvers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book I’ve read from Ava Silvers and I was rather impressed. Judging on the cover only, I thought it was going to be like a high school paranormal mystery. I’m glad it was different. I immediately connected with Hazel. I absolutely love her character. Also the town of Shadow Hollow is a place I’d love to visit! I would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys cozy mysteries or paranormal books. I would say this book is for all ages too. Not just YA like I thought. I can not wait to jump into the next book!
A Vampire in Disguise by Ava Silvers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A Vampire in Disguise starts out with Hazel traveling to find out what happened to her younger sister. When she reaches Shadow Hollow the small town is not what she expected, magical creatures are known to exist and are welcomed. She starts looking into her sisters life in the town but things are not adding up. I love that Hazel is a fire witch and her personality shines through. All the characters are well developed and written that it is hard to determine who to trust. I thought this was going to be a YA read due to the title but I feel like young adults will enjoy it even more. It is a pleasant mix of cozy mystery with paranormal. I can’t wait to read the second book in the series!
A Vampire in Disguise by Ava Silvers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Hazel’s sister is missing so she heads to the last known location her sister was seen. The town of Shadow Hallow where magical creatures are relatively normal. When Hazel enters the place were sister was renting, she was plagued with a vision of her sister getting murdered. Thus began her search for her sister’s killer.
As time goes on, more clues show up but so do more questions. Hazel doesn’t know who to trust all she knows is she isn’t leaving here until she finds out what happened to her sister.
Hazel is a fire witch and her personality matches her powers quite nicely. She appears feisty and witty, caring and quirky. All things I love about her. I loved most of the characters. They all had such strong personalities. The author did an amazing job with this cozy mystery mixed with the supernatural. I cannot wait for the next book in the series!
A Vampire in Disguise by Ava Silvers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Creatures of the Midwest series and the first I’d read by this author. I wasn’t sure what to expect but since I love everything to do with vampires, I gave it a chance. I’m glad I did because this is a marvelous paranormal mystery. The author pulled me in from the very beginning and never let go! I couldn’t put it down, so I ended up ignoring way too many chores reading it nonstop. The flow of the story felt natural, and the characters were not only relatable but well-developed. Hazel is our incredible main character who is looking for her missing sister. There were so many twists and turns that I wasn’t expecting throughout this entire story. I am excited to read the next book and highly recommend picking this one up if you love vampires, the paranormal, and mysteries!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
A Vampire in Disguise by Ava Silvers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
An eerie note brings Hazel Good across the Midwest to find her missing sister. She finds herself in a town who accepts witches like her and all things magical. She comes across Corbin who is also looking to find her sister and discover his true nature, even though his kind was supposed to be extinct. Their bond grows and she becomes more comfortable in her own skin and who she really is, but could hanging around with these other magical creatures put her in harms way? This book was very well written and kept me engaged the whole time. Also, it’s a bit fun to see when my home state can make an honorable mention in the very beginning of a book.
Wheel of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I am amazed that these books keep getting better and better. It’s rare that that happens in a series. That’s the mark of an excellent writer. It makes me want to find any and all other books by them and just absorb them all. This is the third in the series, and I highly suggest reading them all.
I absolutely love the characters in this story. I really loved getting to know Neferet and her family even more in this adventure. This is another mystery with twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. What a wild ride from start to end. Holmes has a way of building a story with excellent details and a story that just flows.
Flowers of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love a good mystery and this fits the bill. This story takes place in ancient Egypt. I don’t think I have read a story in that place or time period before. I really enjoyed reading about the time and learning about the characters. The details in the story kept me hooked from the beginning. Stories where women fight to prove their worth are always favorites of mine. Even in this day and age, women often have to prove themselves. It’s sad to think in some ways, not much has changed in that way. It makes a great storyline though. Female empowerment is a beautiful thing.
I really liked how the author included a map, glossary, historical notes, and character list at the beginning. It really helps to refer back to it as you read. Ancient Egypt has always fascinated me, but there is a lot I do not remember from school days. This author writes her story as if she were actually from the time. I appreciate that very much.
Murder the Tey Way by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Although I’m not familiar with Josephine Tey and her mystery novels, I really enjoyed this book that clearly referenced her works. I thought this was a well put together mystery story that easily pulled me in to what was happening. I wanted to see how everything would play out and how it would all tie together.
As this second book, this is a great continuation of the series. I enjoyed reading immediately and loved the overall feel and pace to the book. I was intrigued by the story the author has created and I am looking forward to the next book.
