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mamaorgana80's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
On the surface, this premise seems ridiculous, but I enjoyed it more than I thought I would.
katrenia's review against another edition
4.0
A nice little cozy mystery. A good series to revisit when I need a quick light read. I liked how the main character grew in confidence, but wish I knew more of her history.
cstaude's review
3.0
This was a fun audio book. Sort of a modern take on the ghost and Mrs. Muir. I may try one more from this series.
cjhh's review against another edition
2.0
Like it wasn't terrible, but I ain't gonna read the next one.
machadofam8's review against another edition
4.0
I'm not usually big on anything "ghostly" but this was a quick, fun read! So glad I finally got my hands on a copy. Off to read the rest of the series! :)
literary__escapism's review against another edition
4.0
The Ghost and Mrs McClure is the first in the paranormal cozy mystery series by Alice Kimberly.
Penelope McClure and her son are settling back in her home town after the death of her husband. She's co-owner of her aunts bookstore now, and trying to turn a profit. Unfortunately her first author on your turns up dead and the police are pointing their fingers at her and she must solve the murder before she's arrested!
I don't usually read paranormal cozy mysteries but if this book is an indication to this great sub-genre I need to read more.
I really enjoyed this first book. I liked Penelope and the relationship she develops with the ghost-in-residence, Jack. They are the perfect combination of sweet and snark and it's a delight to watch the interactions.
The murder mystery was really good and kept me guessing to the end. With the combination of interesting town folks and a background of the bookstore, it was a great read.
If you like cozy mysteries that centre around a bookstore I strongly recommend this series.
Penelope McClure and her son are settling back in her home town after the death of her husband. She's co-owner of her aunts bookstore now, and trying to turn a profit. Unfortunately her first author on your turns up dead and the police are pointing their fingers at her and she must solve the murder before she's arrested!
I don't usually read paranormal cozy mysteries but if this book is an indication to this great sub-genre I need to read more.
I really enjoyed this first book. I liked Penelope and the relationship she develops with the ghost-in-residence, Jack. They are the perfect combination of sweet and snark and it's a delight to watch the interactions.
The murder mystery was really good and kept me guessing to the end. With the combination of interesting town folks and a background of the bookstore, it was a great read.
If you like cozy mysteries that centre around a bookstore I strongly recommend this series.
demi_sewell's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Oh my gosh, I loved this book!! I could not put it down and loved how easy the chapters were to read. This is one of the books that you make yourself stop reading because it's already past 11pm and you've got to get up at 5am. 😆 I loved the characters, the ghost, and the individuality of the plot. I never would've guessed it! I am so curious to learn how Jack died and what is up with those dreams!?
snrmomfirst's review
Wasn’t expecting the old style detective book…just not my thing.