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theavidreaderandbibliophile's review against another edition
4.0
Bookman Dead Style by Paige Shelton is the second book in A Dangerous Type Mystery series. Clare Henry works with her with her grandfather, Chester to run The Rescued Word in Star City, Utah. It is their busiest time of year with The Star City Film Festival taking place. The town is overrun with tourists and movie people. Marion, Clare’s niece, helps out in the store when she is not out snowboarding on the slopes. She is particularly excited when movie star, Matt Bane comes into the store. He has come to order personalized note cards so he can write some thank you notes. He turns out to be a very nice man. A little while later, Clare’s police officer friend, Jodie is visiting when she gets a call out to The Fountain. Clare hears Matt’s name mentioned and takes off after Jodie. Clare arrives to find Matt being escorted out in handcuffs. He is accused of murdering his sister, Cassie Bane. Clare is certain the kind actor did not commit the crime and feels compelled to help him (especially since no one else seems to be assisting him). This is not the only mystery on Clare’s hands. Seth Cassidy brings Clare some gorgeous typewriter ribbon tins. When Clare opens one of them, she finds $10,000 bills! Clare wishes to return them to the original owner. But she is suspect when a man claiming to be owner’s brother arrives at the store. Clare is in for a busy week. Will she be able to find out who murdered Cassie Bane and get the money back to its original owner?
I thought Bookman Dead Style was well written (Paige Shelton is a great descriptive writer) and easy to read (great flow). I liked the characters the author created for A Dangerous Type Mystery series. I was especially fond of Chester Henry, and I liked the addition of the new German apprentice. I loved the sound of The Rescued Word (I wish it was real and nearby). I appreciated the wonderful descriptions of the old books, vintage typewriters, the printing press, and the typewriter tins (my type of store). I now want to collect typewriter ribbon tins! I give Bookman Dead Style 5 out of 5 stars. The mystery was complex and is not easily solved before the author provides the big clues (and then unmasks the culprit). A reader must pay very close attention to figure out the solution (I just loved it). I believe avid cozy mystery readers will be able to discern the killer (there is a small suspect pool). Bookman Dead Style could have done with a little less romance (just my personal opinion). While Bookman Dead Style is the second book in A Dangerous Type Mystery series, a reader can enjoy it as a stand-alone. The author provides us with all the necessary information to read (and enjoy) Bookman Dead Style. I look forward to reading Comic Sans Murder when it is released.
I thought Bookman Dead Style was well written (Paige Shelton is a great descriptive writer) and easy to read (great flow). I liked the characters the author created for A Dangerous Type Mystery series. I was especially fond of Chester Henry, and I liked the addition of the new German apprentice. I loved the sound of The Rescued Word (I wish it was real and nearby). I appreciated the wonderful descriptions of the old books, vintage typewriters, the printing press, and the typewriter tins (my type of store). I now want to collect typewriter ribbon tins! I give Bookman Dead Style 5 out of 5 stars. The mystery was complex and is not easily solved before the author provides the big clues (and then unmasks the culprit). A reader must pay very close attention to figure out the solution (I just loved it). I believe avid cozy mystery readers will be able to discern the killer (there is a small suspect pool). Bookman Dead Style could have done with a little less romance (just my personal opinion). While Bookman Dead Style is the second book in A Dangerous Type Mystery series, a reader can enjoy it as a stand-alone. The author provides us with all the necessary information to read (and enjoy) Bookman Dead Style. I look forward to reading Comic Sans Murder when it is released.
lyndseylibros's review against another edition
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
2.0
cariadreads's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
kimdavishb's review
5.0
BOOKMAN DEAD STYLE, the second book in the Dangerous Type Mystery series by Paige Shelton, is a terrific addition to the series! I loved catching up with Clare Henry and her grandfather, Chester, at their family store, The Rescued Word. I would adore spending time puttering around this stationery, typewriter and book repair shop. Paige provides so much character to both the people who populate the shop and the town of Star City, Utah that I felt like I’ve been there and met them. She’s also not afraid to tackle controversial issues, such as polygamy, but does it in a sensitive manner so no matter what side of the equation you’re on, it’s not abrasive or insulting. I enjoyed getting a peek at a lifestyle that I know virtually nothing about. The connection between Clare and her boyfriend, Seth, is very sweet. It’s cute “watching” them push their glasses up at the same time and while he’s a numbers person and she’s a word person, they completely compliment each other. With the Star City Film Festival taking place and the town filled to capacity with stars and fans, the fast moving plot has plenty of room to pack in the suspects. It kept me turning pages late into the night and kept me guessing until the suspenseful reveal.
Be sure to read all the way through to the end of the book for a preview of book 3 in this series. But fair warning…if you read it you will be on pins and needles waiting for it to release!
I received an arc and willingly provided a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Be sure to read all the way through to the end of the book for a preview of book 3 in this series. But fair warning…if you read it you will be on pins and needles waiting for it to release!
I received an arc and willingly provided a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
zermeena's review against another edition
This was a light enjoyable cozy. It is set during a film festival in Star City, Utah. The mystery was easy to solve and the only made the cops look a little stupid.
zermeena's review
This was a light enjoyable cozy. It is set during a film festival in Star City, Utah. The mystery was easy to solve and the only made the cops look a little stupid.
lareinadehades's review
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
peggyemi's review
4.0
This is the second book in the series and I found that I really enjoyed it. The story was well plotted and fast paced holding my attention all the way until the end. I like Clare, Jodie and the rest of the characters in the story. Clare and Jodie's friendship is fun to read because they are such different personalities. The secondary characters in the cast make for a interesting story. I thought the mystery was well done. It unfolded in a steady pace throughout the entire story and kept me guessing. In fact, I didn't guess the killer's identity until it was revealed to the characters. I will be back for the next book in the series as the preview at the end of this one has me intrigued.