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3.74 AVERAGE
3.74 AVERAGE
' "You gave Louise everything," she almost shouted like the mentally unhinged woman that Caprice realized she was.'
In spite of occasional clumsiness like this, and as much emphasis on puppy training as on home staging, this series' gimmick, I enjoyed the book and would read others by the author.
In spite of occasional clumsiness like this, and as much emphasis on puppy training as on home staging, this series' gimmick, I enjoyed the book and would read others by the author.
Love this series. Karen Rose Smith does not disappoint. I will be re-reading this book again and again.
This one really stumped me.
I loved this one. I totally didn't see it coming when the killer was revealed. I thought I figured it out but was surprised by the twist. Can't wait to see what's next for Caprice.
I loved this one. I totally didn't see it coming when the killer was revealed. I thought I figured it out but was surprised by the twist. Can't wait to see what's next for Caprice.
Gilt by Association by Karen Rose Smith is a delightful, cozy mystery. It is the third book in the Caprice De Luca series and takes place about 5 months after Deadly Décor (the second book). Caprice has a new client, Louise Downing, and, is enjoying her new puppy, Lady. Unfortunately, Caprice’s client Louise ends up dead. Louise was a friend of Caprice’s mother so Caprice is once again drawn into an investigation. Caprice follows the clues to find out what happened to Louise. This is such an enjoyable cozy mystery. I love the relationship Caprice has with her family. They are such a warm and loving family who will help and be there for each other. You also get to see what happens next with Grant Weatherford (he adopts one of the puppies and calls it Patches) and Caprice’s doctor boyfriend, Seth. Gilt by Association is an enjoyable book and I have already pre-ordered the fourth book in the series Drape Expectations! Happy Reading!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley/Publisher in exchange for an honest review.
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I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley/Publisher in exchange for an honest review.
http://bibliophileandavidreader.blogspot.com/2014/12/gilt-by-associations.html
Gilt by Association by Karen Rose Smith is a 2015 Kensington Publication.
I got in on the ground floor with this series and knew right away I was going to love it. Somehow or other I missed this book when it came out, so I have read the fourth book, but not this third one. So, I checked it out with my overdrive library account in order to catch up.
When her mother's best friend, Louise, is found murdered, Caprice looks into the case at her mother's request. It turns out Louise has a secret past, a complicated marriage, and more enemies than one might think. On a more personal note, Caprice is still struggling with her feelings for Grant and Seth, is trying to help her sister adjust to caring for a newborn, and training her new puppy.
This was a very good mystery which kept me guessing all the way to the end. I love Caprice, and her vintage clothing style, and her big heart. She's a great amateur sleuth because she doesn't just luck into solving the case, she actually gets out there and works to find clues just like a real detective would. She may be a little too nosy, but she doesn't take it too far.
Naturally, with two Cocker Spaniels in my house and three cats, this story, which features my favorite dog breed, is a plus, and I love the animal rescue storyline, and appreciate the time taken to add a few facts for readers, such as a list of what types of plants are toxic to pets, which is a great reminder we can all use, and of course the fabulous recipe at the end.
Overall, this is a very solid and satisfying addition to the series and I am thankful by library had it.
4.5 stars