Book 3 in this series delivers! Our heroine continues to evolve and find herself steeped in continuing intrigues. This installment sees Emma and Jeremy travelling to New York City and across the Atlantic to Paris. The travel and sights of the late 1880’s are captured wonderfully by the author. And still every step of the way adventure, danger and mystery combine with Emma’s determination to help people. Picking up right after Book 2 in the series, this is another great read in the Notebook Mystery Series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Donna Dawkinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDonna Dawkin2022-04-03 12:07:322022-04-03 12:07:32Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Donna Dawkin
I really enjoyed reading this book. I actually read book 3 before book 2 and I realized though the story does build upon each other, the book can be read as a stand alone! I loved learning more about Emma and her friends and becoming more familiar with the characters. The author is very good at creating depth to the characters, along with their romantic interests. The author loves to build upon stories to pique your interest, and I love a great mystery. If you love a mystery like I do you will love this series! I am looking forward to more development of these fun characters!
I have been following this series and was excited to pick up this book. Emma is such a progressive character for this era. If I was a little girl in that time period, she would have been a woman to look up to. Not only that, she cares deeply for those she calls her family and wants to protect those who need help.
This book continues her story as her life and career progress. This isn’t just a story revolving around one mystery. Just when you think the mystery is solved and everyone can relax, something else pops up, needing to be solved. I like this style, it keeps the mind constantly intrigued. This isn’t all just about solving mysteries either. Relationships are progressing, and new friendships are made.
Overall, this is a wonderful historical mystery book that I highly recommend. It is better in my opinion to read the previous books first.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erin Wolfhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErin Wolf2022-04-01 08:12:492022-04-01 08:12:49Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Erin Wolf
I loved this book. The connection between all the characters stay true to the story lines that have come before. The world building is fantastic. I like that the author takes actual happenings from history and incorporates them into the story. I look forward to reading more by this author. Reviewed by @mimimadge
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Misti Maggiohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMisti Maggio2022-04-01 07:47:092022-04-01 07:47:09Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Misti Maggio
This is another amazing story that the author wrote for this series. Again, this is revolved around Emma as she has a keen interest for solving mysteries. This is an amazing book as it showcases a girl from the 1800s who is not afraid to do what she loves, which is solving mystery. This book had lots of twists and turns as well and I was finding myself not sleeping trying to find out what happens next. If you love a good mystery novel, this series is for you!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlie Del Gallohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarlie Del Gallo2022-03-29 08:04:032022-03-29 08:04:03Notebook Mysteries ~ Decisions and Possibilties by Kimberly Mullins reviewed by Carlie Del Gallo
This is the first book that I had the pleasure of reading by this author, and I was BLOWN AWAY. I am a sucker for a good YA Historical book and this one caught my attention and had me hooked after reading every word. The story revolves around a girl named Emma who learns of an inheritance from a previous client, and she has to determine what good or bad could come of this. She has lots of trials and tribulations that she must endure throughout the book. I cannot wait to read the other books in the series as it was wonderfully written!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlie Del Gallohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarlie Del Gallo2022-03-29 08:02:332022-03-29 08:02:33Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Carlie Del Gallo
This book was full of interesting stories and characters. Once the story really built up I became more and more interested in where the story was going and the ending. This author does a really good job at building the characters from the start, and as more and more characters are added to the story with more depth I realized the story was going in a much different direction than I originally thought! I enjoyed reading it and you will too! I also noticed that although it was set back in time, I did not feel this negatively affected the book. I’m thinking the author was really working to set up the entire series starting here. I look forward to what will happen next!
Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins. I have loved this series so much and I truly hope there is another book. Its a type of modern day Nancy Drew about a lady named Emma who took her inheritance and used it to make positive changes in the world. Emily and Jeremy are a couple and they are building a very modern life together. This story starts off with a bang with kidnapping, murder, drugs and mystery abound. The crime is set in 1885 and it becomes personal to Emma because her family members are put in danger during this time. Will Emma be able to keep everything from falling apart since everything is on her shoulders and will she be able to keep her loved ones safe? Read this amazing mystery and be prepared to keep flipping pages until you are finished! Its that amazing!
Mysteries make great adventures if the author is a great story teller and in this case, Kimberly Mullins has definitely struck gold!
This book is number three in the author’s Notebook Mysteries series. The story begins in 1885 with the main character, Emma who resides in Chicago. She embarks on a new adventure after finding that her fortune is about to drastically change after learning she is now the heir to a very substantial estate that belonged to a former client. While trying to determine how best to handle the sizable estate, she immediately takes charge and puts together a team that she feels will allow her to properly manage her obligations.
Emma soon finds that she must travel to New York City. Fortunately she was able to take Jeremy with her to assist during her NYC trip. While she may not be fond of the idea of marriage, she is very much enjoying her time with Jeremy. Emma also travels to Paris to meet up with her friend, Tony, but danger lingers.
I loved the imagery the author created when describing Emma’s travels. If you are fond or familiar with Chicago, New York City or Paris, you will find the author’s descriptions are quite stirring.
This book will have you hooked while trying to determine what will come next as a new case evolves within the pages, but this story is anything but predictable so do not expect to know what happens. It will keep you guessing. It is a great addition to this mystery series and I cannot wait to see what is in store for the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Darlahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDarla2022-03-26 08:08:562022-03-26 08:08:56Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Darla Yocom
This book is the last of the Notebook mysteries series. I had enjoyed the previous two books . This book picks up from where the last mystery ended. Emma is the vivacious heroine, who stands up for herself in a man driven world. She sets up a business, helps other women and family connections, In this book, she also sets up a charity fund. Her friend Tony asks her to solve a case in Paris. But Emma’s life is in peril. Will she and her friends solve this mystery and get out of danger? This was a very interesting read as the other two books. I thoroughly enjoyed the series.
This book is a historic mystery set in 1883, Chicago. The dynamic heroine Emma is only 18 but much ahead of her age. She develops a keen interest towards solving crime mysteries . In the men driven world of those times, she establishes a successful business of her own, and also helps other women who are in distress. Along comes a mystery where she is threatened and assaulted, but she has to help a family connection. Can Emma solve the mystery? This book takes us on a adventure filled ride along with Emma. I like women centric novels which are set in historic times, the courage and the resolve women had in those days to succeed was far more than what we have now, considering the opposition they had to face from the society. A very nice YA novel, I enjoyed it !
I’m so ready to follow Emma in her next adventure, really hoping for a fourth book. This is the third book in the series so far, highly recommended to read the first two books as this one picks up right after book two. Emma is a great character and she’s hard not to like. Would definitely recommend this.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ember Daleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngEmber Daley2022-03-23 08:07:322022-03-23 08:07:32Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Ember Daley
This was a great cozy historical mystery read. It is a short novel but it held my attention throughout and I read it in one sitting (staying up late ;)) We follow Jenny whom is covering her fathers PI business while he is recovering., trying to keep his reputation and the business afloat. A visit to the jail to see an estranged relative leads Jenny on a chase to find some missing jewelry. The story shows Jenny to be clever and determined to solve the mystery which involves love gone wrong, lies, cover-ups and a shooting.
This is a second novel and while I did not read the first, I was pleased to find that I could follow the novel with no problems and you can definitely read this as a stand – alone and not feel like you were missing anything.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tabithahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTabitha2022-03-22 07:40:222022-03-22 07:40:22The Killer Jack Mystery by C.H. Sessums – Reviewed by Tabitha Montero
loved this story and could not put it down!! Emma and her friends stumble upon a case of children being kidnapped for nefarious reasons. The group deals with personal issues as they try to save the children and keep this from continuing. I love the characters and feel like I know each of them personally. I want MORE!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Paula Sayershttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngPaula Sayers2022-03-21 07:56:042022-03-21 07:56:04Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Paula R Sayers
Emma finds herself being called to a reading of a will from a former client and she is surprised to say the least. Of course what is left to her comes with strings, but it also will provide her the opportunity to expand as well as bring some old friends back into the fold. As the relationship between Emma and Jeremy grows they find themselves not wanting to be apart, but because of the times they cannot just start living together. Aside from more personal matters they do have a lot on their plates what with a friend and his family being kidnapped, a friend needing help in another country, and all the paperwork that came along with the reading of the will. How will they solve their dilemmas?
I do like the fact that Emma is a strong, independent and forward thinking character. It is also great that for the time period the story is set that Jeremy does not try to deter her from her hopes and dreams, but instead encourages her. So far this series has kept me entertained and I look forward to more from this author.
It is 1885 and Emma Evans is back with her mystery solving crew and her trusty notebook and after a break following her last case, she is called in to hear the reading of the will of someone involved in that case, much to her surprise and thinking that it will only be something small she agrees to the meeting. When she gets there, she is shocked by the information inside and what it will mean for her future.
Leaving the office, Emma has a lot to think about and needs to talk to her nearest and dearest about the decisions she will have to make in the very near future, these decisions mean that she will also have to make a trip to New York, so one is hurriedly organised and as the train leaves none other than Jeremy make it known that he is also travelling to New York, so they end up spending a lot of time together. As business meetings and paper reviews occupy Emma, she ends up becoming embroiled in yet another mystery to solve and leans on Jeremy to help her solve it, in fact things blossom between them and further decisions on a more personal level have to be confronted when they return home.
As usual, nothing runs smoothly in the life of those around Emma and so just as one case closes, she is called to another and this one is in Paris and involves her friend Tony, she is encouraged to go despite everything which has occurred and cannot keep out of trouble. Will Emma be able to cope with everything piled on her shoulders, or will everything come crashing down around her as she uses all of her skills and techniques to keep abreast of the situation?
This is another thrilling set of mysteries for Emma and her team to solve as drugs, kidnapping, murder, hidden plots and more will keep you on the edge of your seat as the twists and turns keep coming and the drama heightens throughout.
This is the first book that I’ve read by this author and in this series. That being said, I thoroughly enjoyed this book but feel like I was missing a huge chunk of information that was given in the first two books. I wish I would have read the other two books first, but alas, I did not. I do plan to go back and catch up though for future books in this series.
Emma reminds me a lot of the Nancy Drew books that I read as a younger child. I love Emma’s style of reasoning and the detective work she conducts with the Pinkertons. I like that she has a love interest but is he really? It took me until the middle of the book to really grasp the whole of what was going on and it was the last third of the book that really had me wrapped up in the story. Again, likely because I wasn’t aware of the connections or who these characters were. They’ve been working together for awhile now and have a significant history with each other. I read this book in two sittings (only because I had to drive from one place to another!) and it was an easy read (minus the French that I know nothing of but the reader will get the gist of it!)
I look forward to reading the first two books in this series as well as those that follow!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2022-03-19 15:42:202022-03-19 15:42:20Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Julie Johnson
This is the first book I’ve read by this author. I like reading mysteries from time to time and thought this would be an interesting read as it takes place in Chicago in the 1880’s. Although I haven’t read the prior books in the series, I was able to figure out how all the characters connected. I’m sure the book would be even better if I had read the first two books in the series. In this book, Emma finds out that sh is inheriting a large sum from a prior client. With help from her team of friends, Emma steers her way through danger, intrigue, and so much more. I really enjoyed getting to know the characters and found aspects that I could relate to. I think I will be reading the first two books in this series soon.
The Notebook Mysteries series is an intelligently-written set of novels set in the 1880s, with a smart feminist protagonist. Emma runs her own business, employs workers, solves crimes, and supports those in need of help. When she is given the opportunity to help even more people, with the help of a large inheritance, she expands her network to handle the responsibilities of that role. But there is more than enough excitement beyond that – mysteries to solve, trouble to set right, and even working out how to be with the man she loves without the bonds and limitations of marriage and children. It is great to see a series about such a smart capable woman living her best life, especially in the late 19th Century. A good YA mystery novel with elements of many genres, I think this story has wide appeal for lots of readers.
In this book the author transported me back in time to Chicago 1885 and what a wonderful story it was. I really enjoyed this book and found it so engaging to read, I really did feel like I was on this journey with the main character Emma trying to solve the mystery with her. The author really managed to grab my attention from the very beginning with her wonderful descriptive language and fabulous story telling. I haven’t read the first two books in this series and I absolutely will be doing so, it may just help me get to know and understand the characters a little better but I can honestly say I thoroughly enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read more from this author!
This is such a short cozy mystery and I love it. I couldn’t put it down. I guess that’s because I love cozy mysteries! But I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kayleigh Rose Allenhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKayleigh Rose Allen2022-03-18 11:30:502022-03-19 06:55:04The Killer Jack Mystery (The J.D. Pierson Case Files) by C.H. Sessums – Review by Kayleigh Allen
This was a little bit different. Rather than one story it was two. I feel as though the genre was a little misplaced here. I expected more of a mystery element to it. It was really sweet though. It did give good character backgrounds but I would’ve liked to have seen these a bit more developed than what they were. I felt like it was just lacking something. Maybe not the right read for me *shrugs*.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Williamshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Williams2022-03-18 09:23:452022-03-18 09:27:08Bella: An Appalachian Love Story & Jagged Dawn: Logan’s Beginnings by Valerie Davisson – Review by Amanda Williams
I love a good mystery. I enjoyed the fact that the female characters were making important life decisions for themselves, such as employment, romantic entanglements, and whether or not to marry. In a time period where women were beginning to assert themselves, it is interesting to read a story where characters actually do things that women of today take for granted. I liked the fact that most of the male characters were supportive and encouraging of their female counterparts. The author brings varied themes to her tale.
JD (Jenny Dee) decides to help her father’s failing PI firm as it slips closer to shutting down during the depression. She receives a phone call from her uncle from prison asking for help finding a stolen necklace of her cousin’s. Her cousin winds up dead and now not only is JD looking for a thief, she’s looking for a murderer. Time is of the essence! Can JD solve the mystery of the missing necklace AND find a murderer on the loose before they strike again?
The Killer Jack Mystery is such an entertaining and quick read! The author does a great job keeping the story interesting and mysterious in the short length of 188 pages. It’s a cozy mystery that is perfect for a car ride, plane trip, or rainy day at home. I finished it in one day and look forward to picking up more books in this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jessica Heatherlyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJessica Heatherly2022-03-18 08:29:422022-03-18 08:29:42The Killer Jack Mystery (The J.D. Pierson Case Files) by C.H. Sessums – Review by Jessica Heatherly
This was a great quick read! This cozy mystery follows Jenny on a case that involves her cousin. She’s trying to keep the business from going under and her dads secret all while solving a case. This case may be more dangerous than she originally thought. Now that a murder has occurred she will have to be careful about the questions she’s asking and to who! Great easy writing style!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarla2022-03-18 08:29:022022-03-18 08:29:02The Killer Jack Mystery ( The J.D. Pierson Case Files ) by C.H. Sessums – Review by Carla Clemmons
Emma Evans is back to solve more mysteries. Now 18 years old our heroine is ready to take on bigger more dangerous crimes to solve. This book is charming and intriguing. While you should probably start with the first book in the series, I feel you can probably catch on rather well if you start with this one. I loved Emma’s friends and family and her ability to take on more dangerous adventures. There are also a lot of exciting plot twists and turns that I greatly enjoyed. A very engaging book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00La Toya Lewishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLa Toya Lewis2022-03-18 08:27:142022-03-18 08:27:14Notebook Mysteries ~Decisions and Possibilities (Notebook Mysteries Book 2) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by La Toya Lewis
Once again the stakes are raised for Emma. Changes and Challenges definitely rose to the occasion. I really enjoyed how we saw Emma and Jeremy navigating their relationship during this time period. Just as charming and intriguing as the previous book, this book has Emma put all of her talents to use to solve her latest mystery. This is a well-written adventure with historical facts woven in. It was also great to see old friends pop up. I really enjoyed the latest addition to the Notebook Mysteries series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00La Toya Lewishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLa Toya Lewis2022-03-18 08:09:452022-03-18 08:09:45Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by La Toya Lewis
Wow, totally amazed! This book was so enjoyable and I was quite intrigued by just the cover and decided to dive in. The story flowed and I could not put this book down!
I love a great strong female lead character in a story. Jenny is truly amazing, she is strong and determined to not only solve a mystery but to keep her father’s business going so that his reputation is not in ruins. Trying to run a PI office during the depression can be quite difficult. When Jenny’s cousin, Betty, find herself in some trouble over a beautiful necklace, Jenny tries to solve the mystery over stolen jewels. There are twists and deceit along the way of this story. Will Jenny solve the crimes of murder and missing jewelry before it is to late?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2022-03-18 08:06:182022-03-18 08:06:18The Killer Jack Mystery (The J.D. Pierson Case Files) by C.H. Sessums – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
The Killer Jack Mystery is part of the J.D. Pierson Case File Series. This is a fun, cozy mystery that takes place during the Great Depression. J.D. is trying to save her father’s detective agency and solve the Killer Jack Mystery. I like a good cozy mystery as well as historical fiction and this fits the bill. J.D. is a determined female detective who is trying to protect her father’s reputation by taking over his detective business without that information being made public. She has lots of challenges in a male-dominated world beyond just solving a mystery. I liked the characters and story and look forward to reading more in this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sheri Schraderhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSheri Schrader2022-03-18 08:02:282022-03-18 08:02:28The Killer Jack Mystery (The J.D. Pierson Case Files) by C.H. Sessums – Review by Sheri Schrader
A very interesting cozy mystery. When I first saw the cover of this cozy mystery and having read the previous two books I just knew that I had to read it. That being said if you haven’t read the previous two books in this series, I wouldn’t recommend starting with this one. While it could be read as a stand alone you might find it hard to understand the characters and the setting if you start here. But trust me when I say you won’t be sorry if you read the whole series. The writers story is highly original, the characters are amazing, and this cozy mystery has everything that a girl could ask for. So if your looking for a great new mystery to read this weekend then pick this one up today.
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