Lesa's Book Critiques
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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...
What Are You Reading?
Talk about weather! I was worried about Jeff because I think he said they were going to the Hudson Valley, and then to Maine. But, he commented on yesterday's post without saying anything about flooding, so he and Jackie must be okay. I worry about all of you! This...
Kris Lackey, Guest Author
My friend, Aubrey Hamilton, loves Kris Lackey's books, and suggested I share his books with all of you. Lackey has written four Bill Maytubby and Hannah Bond mysteries. The fourth, Ten-Acre Rock, was released yesterday. If you want to start at the beginning, go back...
