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book_concierge's review against another edition
3.0
Book on CD read by Hillary Huber.
From the book jacket - Some people might call Callahan Garrity nosy, but she prefers to think of her tendency toward snooping as a healthy interest in the truth. So when news of her cousin’s murder reaches her, Callahan shakes off her House Mouse cleaning uniform to don her detective’s cap. It’s not that she doesn’t have confidence in the Atlanta police – she used to be among their ranks – it’s just that the crime seems too incongruous with Patti’s suburban life to be an accident.
My Reactions
This is a pretty good series. I like the premise of the House Mouse cleaning service for these cozy mysteries; their work provides them access to a wide variety of venues. Trochek gives the reader a nice cast of colorful supporting characters who work for the heroine. Callahan, herself, is a strong, intelligent, resourceful woman. Her background in the police force results in a certain toughness, though she does seem to take some unreasonable chances. Not to worry, though, she generally manages to get out of any scrapes on her own.
My main complaint with this work, however, was the rather abrupt ending, and then “neat” epilogue to wrap up all the loose ends. Just seemed rushed to me, as if Trochek couldn’t quite figure out how to end it.
Nevertheless, it’s a speedy read, the action is fast-paced, and I like the characters. I’ll read more of the series.
Hillary Huber does a fine job voicing the audio version of the book. She has good pacing, and I was never confused about who was speaking.
From the book jacket - Some people might call Callahan Garrity nosy, but she prefers to think of her tendency toward snooping as a healthy interest in the truth. So when news of her cousin’s murder reaches her, Callahan shakes off her House Mouse cleaning uniform to don her detective’s cap. It’s not that she doesn’t have confidence in the Atlanta police – she used to be among their ranks – it’s just that the crime seems too incongruous with Patti’s suburban life to be an accident.
My Reactions
This is a pretty good series. I like the premise of the House Mouse cleaning service for these cozy mysteries; their work provides them access to a wide variety of venues. Trochek gives the reader a nice cast of colorful supporting characters who work for the heroine. Callahan, herself, is a strong, intelligent, resourceful woman. Her background in the police force results in a certain toughness, though she does seem to take some unreasonable chances. Not to worry, though, she generally manages to get out of any scrapes on her own.
My main complaint with this work, however, was the rather abrupt ending, and then “neat” epilogue to wrap up all the loose ends. Just seemed rushed to me, as if Trochek couldn’t quite figure out how to end it.
Nevertheless, it’s a speedy read, the action is fast-paced, and I like the characters. I’ll read more of the series.
Hillary Huber does a fine job voicing the audio version of the book. She has good pacing, and I was never confused about who was speaking.
stacy837's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Gun violence, and Death of parent
Moderate: Cursing, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, Racial slurs, Racism, and Infidelity
Minor: Blood, Drug use, Homophobia, and Kidnapping
mschrock8's review against another edition
3.0
Moving right along in this series.
I didn't figure out the tie-in of the title and the cover with the story.
Borrowed on Hoopla through JCPL.
Listening length nine hr, 40 min
I didn't figure out the tie-in of the title and the cover with the story.
Borrowed on Hoopla through JCPL.
Listening length nine hr, 40 min
judithdcollins's review
3.0
I have read the others in the Callahan Garrity series and did not enjoy this one as much as the others. Will read the others in the series, since I do love this author. I purchased the audio version and it is good for some laughs as these southern gals are always getting into mischief.
chartsh's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
zermeena's review against another edition
5.0
These books are so good. I wish Trocheck would have continued this series along with her chick-lit rom-coms. I understand about the financial discrepancies between the genres, but she had a dedicated following to the Callahan Garrity series. End of rant.
This is a great mystery that layers over family ties. It points out how blind we can be to what is going on right under our noses. Over her families objections, Callahan investigates her cousin's murder. Callahan refuses to let it go as a simple car jacking. These books are a little dated, but the mysteries and themes stand the test of time.
This is a great mystery that layers over family ties. It points out how blind we can be to what is going on right under our noses. Over her families objections, Callahan investigates her cousin's murder. Callahan refuses to let it go as a simple car jacking. These books are a little dated, but the mysteries and themes stand the test of time.
reneesmith's review against another edition
5.0
Another entertaining adventure! I was especially a fan of Miss Sister & Baby in this story. The only thing I'd add to this series is more of Mac & Callahan together.
smolek's review against another edition
1.0
Blech. I swear this is the last one of these I will read.
zermeena's review against another edition
5.0
These books are so good. I wish Trocheck would have continued this series along with her chick-lit rom-coms. I understand about the financial discrepancies between the genres, but she had a dedicated following to the Callahan Garrity series. End of rant.
This is a great mystery that layers over family ties. It points out how blind we can be to what is going on right under our noses. Over her families objections, Callahan investigates her cousin's murder. Callahan refuses to let it go as a simple car jacking. These books are a little dated, but the mysteries and themes stand the test of time.
This is a great mystery that layers over family ties. It points out how blind we can be to what is going on right under our noses. Over her families objections, Callahan investigates her cousin's murder. Callahan refuses to let it go as a simple car jacking. These books are a little dated, but the mysteries and themes stand the test of time.