Lesa's Book Critiques
Sharing Books and Authors, with an Emphasis on MysteriesRecent Posts
The Murder Wheel by Tom Mead
Fans of Golden Age mysteries might appreciate Tom Mead's homage in this sequel to Death and the Conjuror. I didn't find The Murder Wheel to be quite as good as the first one, though. Edmund Ibbs, a young, idealistic lawyer, was assisting with the Carla Dean case when...
Susan Furlong, Author Interview
Today is release day for Susan Furlong's latest novel, The Killer's Wife. That makes it the perfect time to share an interview. Susan, who were you before you started writing crime fiction? In other words, would you introduce yourself to the readers, please? Before I...
Between a Wok and a Dead Place by Leslie Budewitz
Leslie Budewitz takes us back to Seattle's Pike Place Market for the latest Spice Shop mystery, Between a Wok and a Dead Place. Although the spice shop setting, and all the discussion of food puts these mysteries in the cozy category, there's a depth to the stories...
Need a Day
No, it really isn't that bad. But, right now I'm balancing reading for reviews, getting ready for retirement, and getting ready to move, all processes that take time. I have posts scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, but they really shouldn't be moved. So, while I'm...
The Bitter Past by Bruce Borgos
While I agree with some comments that Bruce Borgos' debut novel, The Bitter Past, is reminiscent of Craig Johnson's Longmire books, it also brings back memories of Betty Webb's 2012 Lena Jones mystery, Desert Wind. With two timelines, a mystery and espionage combined...
Winners and Into the Past
Congratulations to the winners of the last contest. This week, both books are going to Washington state. Barbara W. from Auburn, WA will receive Death by Iced Coffee. Murder with Earl Grey Tea goes to Wendy A. from Ferndale, WA. The books are going out in the mail...
