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4.68 AVERAGE
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Door to Door by T.L. Brown is a thoroughly engaging read! The story features well developed characters - most notably Emily Swift and her nemesis Templeton, fast-paced adventures and a big dollop of magic! If you haven't read it yet, add it your TBR!
A great cozy paranormal mystery!
Door to Door is the story of Emily Swift, a 30-year-old with an innate ability to travel from place to place (or to different worlds) by stepping through what she feels is the “right” door.
When she receives her father's journal as birthday present, her abilities awaken, and a whole new world opens up for her as she starts learning about her gift and her father's secret past. The more she tries to decipher her dad's notes, the closer she gets to the man he was, and to her own destiny.
Backed up by her family, friends and partner, she steps into an unknown reality of mystery, danger and magic.
I loved reading about a 30-year-old protagonist (see? cool stuff doesn't happen only to 16-year-olds!) and see her go through such an adventure while remaining true to her heart.
Door to Door is the story of Emily Swift, a 30-year-old with an innate ability to travel from place to place (or to different worlds) by stepping through what she feels is the “right” door.
When she receives her father's journal as birthday present, her abilities awaken, and a whole new world opens up for her as she starts learning about her gift and her father's secret past. The more she tries to decipher her dad's notes, the closer she gets to the man he was, and to her own destiny.
Backed up by her family, friends and partner, she steps into an unknown reality of mystery, danger and magic.
I loved reading about a 30-year-old protagonist (see? cool stuff doesn't happen only to 16-year-olds!) and see her go through such an adventure while remaining true to her heart.
Emily Swift’s world takes a turn when her deceased father’s journal appears on her doorstep on her thirtieth birthday. It’s been over seventeen years since her father’s tragic death. It seems her father was a salesman for another realm. He traveled through doors, transporting magical items, and wearing a top hat. As Emily reads the journal, she discovers that she, too, can travel through doors. With no training, she accidentally stumbles into kitchens, bathrooms and more. But danger is lurking and someone is seeking something for nefarious purposes.
As we learn about the alternate world of Empire, Emily soon finds herself in danger and questioning her father’s death. The tale that unfolds has a cozy murder-mystery vibe steeped in fantasy. Author T.L. Brown quickly pulled me in from Rabbits to the mysterious Fringe.
Emily’s mission is to locate the Crimson Stone, an influential artifact. During her travels, she’ll need to be bold and choose whom to confide in. Emily’s discoveries made the world come to life with vivid detail. I loved adventure, danger, and discovery. The story flowed well, and the danger built. I found myself unable to set the audiobook down.
There are currently three books in the Door to Door Mystery series and I am hoping the author brings the next two books to audio. Elyse Osterhaug does a lovely job of giving voice to Emily and setting the tone of the story. Her narration enhanced the tale and I hope to continue in this format. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
As we learn about the alternate world of Empire, Emily soon finds herself in danger and questioning her father’s death. The tale that unfolds has a cozy murder-mystery vibe steeped in fantasy. Author T.L. Brown quickly pulled me in from Rabbits to the mysterious Fringe.
Emily’s mission is to locate the Crimson Stone, an influential artifact. During her travels, she’ll need to be bold and choose whom to confide in. Emily’s discoveries made the world come to life with vivid detail. I loved adventure, danger, and discovery. The story flowed well, and the danger built. I found myself unable to set the audiobook down.
There are currently three books in the Door to Door Mystery series and I am hoping the author brings the next two books to audio. Elyse Osterhaug does a lovely job of giving voice to Emily and setting the tone of the story. Her narration enhanced the tale and I hope to continue in this format. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
Good book
I really enjoyed this story. The characters were great, I liked how Emily had a stable life before being drawn into this plot and I liked learning more about her dad. I really liked the world building, the other world was magical and fun to see. And I liked how the plot twisted into the mystery.
I really enjoyed this story. The characters were great, I liked how Emily had a stable life before being drawn into this plot and I liked learning more about her dad. I really liked the world building, the other world was magical and fun to see. And I liked how the plot twisted into the mystery.
Absolutely wonderful, fast paced, engaging and well written read! The characters and settings are so well developed that you get sucked in right from the beginning. I can’t wait to start the next one!!
Such a fun and inventive mystery!! I would whole-heartedly recommend it to anyone who enjoys cozies, fantasy, or both.
Emily is a fun protagonist who knows the value of keeping her friends close, which is good because discovering a huge secret about your family could be very isolating. Her friends (and frenemies!) are all interesting, but I have to say, I adored Rabbit most of all. The mystery has several layers and the ending is very satisfying, while still leaving room for sequels. I'm definitely looking forward to more!
Emily is a fun protagonist who knows the value of keeping her friends close, which is good because discovering a huge secret about your family could be very isolating. Her friends (and frenemies!) are all interesting, but I have to say, I adored Rabbit most of all. The mystery has several layers and the ending is very satisfying, while still leaving room for sequels. I'm definitely looking forward to more!
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Cosy paranormal mystery with lots of twists and turns
This is not a genre I usually read, but the strong and quirky lead character drew me in. There’s plenty of mystery, hints of magic, even a touch of Narnia. I’ve seen a review mentioning Stephen King’s 11/22/63, but it’s even more reminiscent of King and Straub’s Talisman. There’s a whole other world out there, alongside ours, but only those with the most special skills – the Salesmen – can travel easily between the two. One thing I particularly liked is that you can’t become a Salesman (and incidentally, there are male AND female Salesmen) until you reach the age of 30. So, we have a seemingly ordinary woman who reaches that birthday and discovers she’s actually extra-ordinary.
Emily Swift is an engaging, easy to like heroine who more than carries the book, but author T. L. Brown gives us a whole host of other appealing characters on both sides of the divide between worlds.
I’m pleased there’s another book, but can’t believe that will be it: Door to Door is a great opening to a series that could run and run. It’s eminently Netflix-worthy.
This is not a genre I usually read, but the strong and quirky lead character drew me in. There’s plenty of mystery, hints of magic, even a touch of Narnia. I’ve seen a review mentioning Stephen King’s 11/22/63, but it’s even more reminiscent of King and Straub’s Talisman. There’s a whole other world out there, alongside ours, but only those with the most special skills – the Salesmen – can travel easily between the two. One thing I particularly liked is that you can’t become a Salesman (and incidentally, there are male AND female Salesmen) until you reach the age of 30. So, we have a seemingly ordinary woman who reaches that birthday and discovers she’s actually extra-ordinary.
Emily Swift is an engaging, easy to like heroine who more than carries the book, but author T. L. Brown gives us a whole host of other appealing characters on both sides of the divide between worlds.
I’m pleased there’s another book, but can’t believe that will be it: Door to Door is a great opening to a series that could run and run. It’s eminently Netflix-worthy.
An adventure from the turn of the first page, Door to Door threw me into a fantastical world of portal travel, hidden worlds, mysterious Salesmen, and the thrill of danger.
When Emily Swift turns thirty, and is gifted her late father’s mysterious journal, the secrets of his life, and death, start to unravel. A world to which Emily had been entirely ignorant suddenly unfolds, and she finds herself racing through door portals to find the magical Crimson Stone with her new acquaintances—some friends, and others, well . . . that’s to be seen.
With its galloping plot, amazing backdrops, and a great balance of action, dialogue and description, I found this book a very visual read. It’s also vibrant, and even after finishing it, I can still clearly recall scenes. Brown introduces a wonderful cast with this first book in the series. The youthful, discreet Rabbit and his ability to gather information within the Salesman network is a standout character for me, and no review can avoid a mention of the enigmatic bad boy, John Templeton. Friend or Foe? Hm, that is the question.
Brown has an incredible imagination, and although the premise behind Door to Door is fantastical, it’s written cleverly enough to be believable. Have I cast a second glance at the doors in my home and thought ‘could that be . . . ?’ eh, yes!
When Emily Swift turns thirty, and is gifted her late father’s mysterious journal, the secrets of his life, and death, start to unravel. A world to which Emily had been entirely ignorant suddenly unfolds, and she finds herself racing through door portals to find the magical Crimson Stone with her new acquaintances—some friends, and others, well . . . that’s to be seen.
With its galloping plot, amazing backdrops, and a great balance of action, dialogue and description, I found this book a very visual read. It’s also vibrant, and even after finishing it, I can still clearly recall scenes. Brown introduces a wonderful cast with this first book in the series. The youthful, discreet Rabbit and his ability to gather information within the Salesman network is a standout character for me, and no review can avoid a mention of the enigmatic bad boy, John Templeton. Friend or Foe? Hm, that is the question.
Brown has an incredible imagination, and although the premise behind Door to Door is fantastical, it’s written cleverly enough to be believable. Have I cast a second glance at the doors in my home and thought ‘could that be . . . ?’ eh, yes!