House Party Murder Rap

HOUSE PARTY MURDER RAP

SONIA PARIN

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

If you like English historical cozy mysteries, you will be delighted to read this Evie Parker conundrum. A wealthy American, Evie, as a debutant, marries a Duke.

A few years later, after the death of her husband, Duchess Evie goes on a weekend stay at the estate of an old friend. En route to the mansion, her car is shot at, and later, her host, Duke Bicky, is hit in the arm with a bullet. Evie was standing next to him.

The who-did-it and why are started. All 1920s English royal etiquette is followed except between Evie and her grandmother's planted bodyguard, Tom.

Evie and Tom team up to understand what is happening - who is the target? With Evie's knowledge of her classes' endeavors and Tom's investigative abilities, this story leads to a classic, cozy mystery ending.

This book, one in a series, hits all the right buttons. Enjoy.

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Lawfully Witnessed

LAWFULLY WITNESSED

Brides of Cedar Falls

JOVIE GRACE

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

This Christian Historical Romance is a fast-read story about the US Civil War, during which the North met the South. On a train from Atlanta to Texas, Anna Kate, a southern bell from Atlanta, meets Gregory, a Union officer on a secret mission.

She is a member of a famous railroad-hub family, and he has orders to investigate her family. On their long journey, Anna Kate and her two younger brothers become extremely friendly with the spy.

Coming to terms with Captain Gregory's mission, he falls in love with Anna Kate after learning about her family staying in Cedar Falls, and she is smitten. Gregory learns conflicting information and decides on Anna Kate's family's fate.

After all the information is unraveled and Gregory's mission is complete, their love story comes to a romantic end on Christmas day.

Jovie Grace's storytelling is enjoyable and an excellent book, one of a series.

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Mystery of Mistletoe Hall

THE MYSTERY OF MISTLETOE HALL

A Standalone 1920s Christmas Mystery

BENEDICT BROWN

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

When the ex-superintendent of the London police invites you to his mansion, Mistletoe Hall, for a Christmas event, you go. Lord Edgington receives the letter invite, collects family and staff, and proceeds to the weekend festivities.

When they arrive at the mansion, no one is in the building. Edgington, an ex-detective, and his grandson Christopher reconnoiter the large property looking for life. They find the master of Mistletoe Hall frozen, hung, shot, and dead.

While the Lord and Christopher are investigating, others arrive with invites in hand. The two investigators stay hush-hush about what they find, and a party member goes to fetch the police in heavy snow.

Their skills, mainly the Lord's, are used to look for the killer among the guests, which will be interesting for the reader to untangle as the story progresses. The twists and turns, including other murders, will keep the reader turning the page.

Lord Edgington and Christopher are the main characters that propel the story forward and are the series' fun tit-for-tat linchpin.

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War on Warriors

THE WAR ON WARRIORS:

Behind the Betrayal of the Men Who Keep Us Free

PETE HEGSETH

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

As an ex-Army Special Forces Vietnam Veteran, from Mr. Hegseth's biography and this book, Pete has earned his STRIPS, as we say in the Army, to become the Secretary of the DoD. During his confirmation, the Senators will use 'War on Warriors' for and against him. I am for confirmation.

Pete Hegseth's book addresses pressing issues such as the erosion of the military's mission by 'wokeness' and leftist ideas. His discussion on the current state of war engagement versus the ideal approach is particularly urgent. Afghanistan?

He explains his military experiences, concluding that the forty-four United States generals must change their direction philosophically and return to the reality of war engagement, or they should retire. He may soon be able to force some of them into retirement, which I agree to.

Pete Hegseth's writing in 'The War on Warriors' is clear, understandable, and deeply convincing. If you are concerned about the future direction of the United States, this book is an essential read that will undoubtedly influence your perspective.

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The Swan Maiden

THE SWAN MAIDEN

G. Lawrence

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

In 1540, Anna of Cleves was to become the Queen of England, marrying the Tudor King Henry VIII, who had three wives. Anna's evaluation of her situation in becoming Queen mentions what happened surrounding them.

Anna tells her story in the first person. She describes her new world by interjecting the pros and cons of her family's and England's politics, new friendships, and the king's physical and mental abilities.

Anna's story is compelling, shocking, heartwarming, and a testament to her strength and resilience. She is a survivor with a strong mind, leading to her fate under the power of an erratic king.

G. Lawrence's writing about this historical English event will keep the readers turning the page even though they may have read the Wikipedia version. This version is an eloquent and entertaining one.

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SEED MONEY

SEED MONEY

B. E. BAKER

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

Serendipity lost her whole family and lives in the rundown guest house of her famous dead grandmother’s estate in Scarsdale, New York. Nicknamed Garbage Guy, Dave has money his father gave him and wants to invest it in a B&B project.

Seren is woken from sleep by Dave and his friend, who walk into her bedroom. Dave is smitten. In an unusual move, he proposes they become partners in operating a B&B.

After some negotiations, they agreed to go into business. However, the contract has one caveat: Dave cannot date Seren.

The game of love begins with twists and turns initiated by their friends. In the end, the romance lover/reader will be content.

This story is an excellent Book 1 of a series.

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More Than Once Upon a Time

MORE THAN Once Upon a Time

KRISTY DIXON

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

If you like FAIRY TALES, this novel has three in it. Each tale has the same three main characters: Olivia, a woman in denial; Jerron, a man wanting to return home; and Nancy, a controlling fairy godmother.

Olivia and Jerron are in a realm of confusion because of individual accidents. The two meet in one tale, and according to Nancy, they must learn more about love to go home and be released from her control.

Olivia and Jerron learn their lessons gradually, but she learns faster. She returns home, and the tales are over, but there is no Jerron on her return.

This return leads to a heartwarming ending that will be enjoyed by those who love fairy tales and romance novels. It is a well-written and exciting novel leading into a series.

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