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franb_42's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
shannonw19's review against another edition
4.0
Sunshine Vicram has been elected Sheriff of Del Sol, New Mexico. She didn't run. Her parents entered her so she and her daughter Ari (nee Aurora) would move back to the small town. Her first day on the job, Ari's friend goes missing. Sunshine and her sheriff crew set out to find the girl and get her home safely.
I loved this book. The characters are well-developed and the plot twists are organic and not forced. I loved the relationship between Ari and Sunshine. They are very connected and love each other very much. Sunshine is a single mother and has worked hard to raise Ari. Their love and affection is on every page.
I also loved that Sunshine's parents, her best friend, and even her crush-nemesis have a role in raising Ari. There are quirky small-town characters, but they are not stereotypes or overdone. They mystery is well-plotted and believable.
I can't wait for the next book in the series. I hope it takes off and lasts a long time. It's clear Darynda Jones is a talented writer. If you like mysteries with a bit of humor and a touch of romance, you will like this book.
I loved this book. The characters are well-developed and the plot twists are organic and not forced. I loved the relationship between Ari and Sunshine. They are very connected and love each other very much. Sunshine is a single mother and has worked hard to raise Ari. Their love and affection is on every page.
I also loved that Sunshine's parents, her best friend, and even her crush-nemesis have a role in raising Ari. There are quirky small-town characters, but they are not stereotypes or overdone. They mystery is well-plotted and believable.
I can't wait for the next book in the series. I hope it takes off and lasts a long time. It's clear Darynda Jones is a talented writer. If you like mysteries with a bit of humor and a touch of romance, you will like this book.
pujadev's review against another edition
4.0
A compelling read. Perfect mix of slow burn romance and mystery.
crochetchrisie's review against another edition
5.0
Audiobook
Having read the Charley Davidson series I queued this assuming there would be a supernatural side to this series. So it was a bit out of my normal reading because I almost exclusively read UF and PNR. It was a nice change though and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
I laughed out loud at some of the customary chapter-starting quotes and I cried at some of the scenes too.
Having read the Charley Davidson series I queued this assuming there would be a supernatural side to this series. So it was a bit out of my normal reading because I almost exclusively read UF and PNR. It was a nice change though and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
I laughed out loud at some of the customary chapter-starting quotes and I cried at some of the scenes too.
hollsbooks's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
stasiareading's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
lee25's review against another edition
4.0
For about the first half of [b:A Bad Day for Sunshine|45046796|A Bad Day for Sunshine (Sunshine Vicram, #1)|Darynda Jones|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1585007642l/45046796._SY75_.jpg|69749698] I thought that Sunshine wasn't for me; in fact,had it been written by anyone other than [a:Darynda Jones|4175419|Darynda Jones|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1599861160p2/4175419.jpg] I would have given up. Sunshine just seemed WAY too immature to be a Sheriff and a respected detective.
But then at about half way through, the action picked up and Sunshine really stepped up. I read the entire second half of the book in one sitting and I couldn't put it down until I knew what happened.
I can't wait to read what happens next.
But then at about half way through, the action picked up and Sunshine really stepped up. I read the entire second half of the book in one sitting and I couldn't put it down until I knew what happened.
I can't wait to read what happens next.
simplyinthemoment's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape, Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Kidnapping
alikatson's review against another edition
5.0
Oooh this was good. I love Darynda's writing but I felt frustrated with the Charlie Davidson series at times, in fact I haven't finished the series.
This has somewhat a similar style but still was very different. It follows Sunshine and Auri - a mother and daughter through a dangerous investigation. Auri is a teenager but a pretty grounded one. Sunshine is the newly elected town sheriff. She can be a bit sarcastic and silly but is much more grounded that Charlie, they would be friends.
There are mysteries surrounding kidnappings - one new and one old.
Can't wait to read book 2.
This has somewhat a similar style but still was very different. It follows Sunshine and Auri - a mother and daughter through a dangerous investigation. Auri is a teenager but a pretty grounded one. Sunshine is the newly elected town sheriff. She can be a bit sarcastic and silly but is much more grounded that Charlie, they would be friends.
There are mysteries surrounding kidnappings - one new and one old.
Can't wait to read book 2.