In the latest installment in the series, BRAKING FOR BODIES,
the tranquil atmosphere of the island is disturbed when Peephole Perry, the
editor of a sleazy L.A. rag, gets off the ferry. Perry is the former boss of
Fiona, who’s upset to see him arrive. When Perry is later found dead, Fiona
turns to her best friend, Evie Bloomfield, for help.
Evie has her hands full helping with the bike shop, but she’s
determined to track down the real killer. She may be speeding into trouble, but
she’ll do all she can to help clear her friend.
This is a charming story that moves at a steady pace with
twists and turns. The setting is quaint and wholesome, while the characters are
contagiously likable and well-developed.
The blend of mystery and mayhem with friendship and a touch of
romance makes for a well-balanced tale. The story quickly draws you in and take
you on an entertaining mystery ride.
Braking for Bodies by Duffy Brown, A Cycle Path Mystery (Book #2), Berkley Prime Crime, @2016, ISBN:
978-0425268957, Mass Market Paperback, 304 Pages
FTC Full Disclosure – A copy
of this book was sent to me by the publisher in hopes I would review it.
However, receiving the complimentary copy did not influence my review. The
thoughts are completely my own and given honestly and freely.
SPECIAL GIVEAWAY DETAILS:
Thanks to the wonderful folks at Penguin/Random House, I have
a print copy of BRAKING FOR BODIES by Duffy Brown to giveaway. In addition, the
book will come with a tote bag that will contain some goodies inside such as
postcard, notepad and brochure about the book. The giveaway is open to
residents of the U.S. only and will end at 12 a.m. (EST) on Thursday, April 14.
To enter the giveaway, just click on the Rafflecopter widget
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Thanks so much for stopping by. I hope I’ve enticed you to
check out this delightful cozy mystery. Are you a bike rider? Have you visited
an area where cars aren’t allowed?
Another wonderful title.
ReplyDeleteI wish I was still a bike rider. A part of my past now.
Mackinac Island is bikers heaven with no cars. You’d love it!!
Delete'tis a really lovely cover
ReplyDeleteNow that's a funny title. And cats win this time.
ReplyDeleteThanks again for being an awesome Ninja Minion. I'll need help today more than ever since it's IWSG day!
I like the context a lot, Mason. A bike shop is an innovative context for a mystery series. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHi, Margot. With no cars bikes are king...along with a lot of horses. Thanks for chatting.
DeleteLooking forward to visiting Mackinac Island! I wish I biked more. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWe went over the bridge a few years ago, but didn't have time to stay on the Island so I am looking forward to this series.
ReplyDeleteNone of my cats would've ever ridden in a basket like that.
ReplyDeleteI love Mackinac Island, but finding a dead body, I'll leave that to someone else and just enjoy reading about it, lol.
ReplyDeletewfnren at aol dot com
Love the cover this sounds very good thanks for the chance to win,
ReplyDeletePenney
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Berkley gives me amazing covers. Thanks for chatting.
DeleteThanks for this intriguing feature. Great setting. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteMackinac Island is so much fun!
DeleteI have been to the island and would love to read this book. The tote bag is really cute. Great for my cozy book club!
ReplyDeleteHi, Toni. Mackinac Island is one of the best place for a true get-away. Thanks for chatting.
DeleteSounds great! Thanks for the post and giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI'd LOVE to win this! I worked at Mackinac Island every summer during college (Grand Hotel, Murray Hotel, Chateau Beaumont) and have amazing memories that it would be fun to relive.
ReplyDeleteOh, Marty, I bet you had a great time though everyone works really hard there. The Grand Hotel is amazing...a true icon. Thanks for chatting. Hugs, Duffy
DeleteOh, Marty, lucky you but for sure it is a ton of work. Bet you have some stories to tell!!! LOL
Deleteless horror...a lot more humor...that’s what it’s all about. Thanks for chatting. Hugs, Duffy
ReplyDeleteWhat a charming cover...seems like the cover of what would be a sweet, down-home romance, but it has murder mixed in, too?
ReplyDeleteThank you for the amazing review, Mason! I truly appreciate it. I just love Mackinac Island...with or without bodies to hide. Thank you all for chatting. Hugs, Duffy
ReplyDeleteDuffy, thank you. This is a fun series and I'm always excited to see what's going to happen next. Wishing you much success.
DeleteHi all, thanks for stopping by.
Thank you! Always something crazy going on with Evie and the Mackinac Island gang. LOL Hugs, Duffy
DeleteSweet cover and intriguing title!
ReplyDeletePenguin gives me such great covers! Thank you. Hugs, Duffy
DeleteThis sounds like a book I would enjoy! Thank you for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteGood luck with everything!
ReplyDeletePiper Presley
Journal Writing: Blogging From A to Z Challenge
Thanks, Piper.
DeleteI have not ridden much since I was a kid. I never went too far off-road.
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