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A review by abookwormwithwine
Deadly Summer Nights by Vicki Delany
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Deadly Summer Nights by Vicki Delany is a historical cozy mystery that I have been putting off for far too long! I loved the setting of 1953 in the Catskills, and our leading lady Elizabeth was a wonderful character to have as the main and only point of view. There are lots of both witty and funny moments as Elizabeth finds herself wrapped up in the murder at the resort, and I really enjoyed the humor that permeated the book. I did get a little lost in all the Communist talk and wasn't a huge of that as a storyline, but otherwise, I enjoyed every moment down to the reveal of the killer. I was completely surprised by the end and getting there was an interesting journey (in a good way!).
I thought the audiobook was a great way to go for this one, and it is narrated by Jennifer Van Dyck who I haven't listened to before, but I enjoyed thoroughly. I'm not really sure what age I would picture Elizabeth as, but whatever it is, Van Dyck was perfect for it. She was really fun to listen to and brought such a brightness to the story and all of the characters. I really hope she will continue to be the narrator for this series and I loved how her voice fit for the time period as well. There was an adorable English bulldog named Winston who I hope will make appearances in every book to come, and Deadly Summer Nights was a great start to a new cozy series!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
I thought the audiobook was a great way to go for this one, and it is narrated by Jennifer Van Dyck who I haven't listened to before, but I enjoyed thoroughly. I'm not really sure what age I would picture Elizabeth as, but whatever it is, Van Dyck was perfect for it. She was really fun to listen to and brought such a brightness to the story and all of the characters. I really hope she will continue to be the narrator for this series and I loved how her voice fit for the time period as well. There was an adorable English bulldog named Winston who I hope will make appearances in every book to come, and Deadly Summer Nights was a great start to a new cozy series!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.