Review: Best Barbara Marr so far
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 29, 2012
It's wonderful to see a writer grow and watch their style develop and mature. I've read all the books in this series, and I think this is certainly the best so far, and style is what makes this book the best of the three, in my opinion. The pacing of the story is great, and the wit and humor are far better done than in the previous books. There are still zany situations and colorful characters, but they're a more subdued and far better written and developed. This book has a very nice flow and I really enjoyed it. The writing itself shines a little more brightly in this new addition to the series too.The only thing I didn't like was the cliffhanger ending. This is a personal preference, and many other readers may not be bothered by this at all. I simply like a book to end, not be left on the cliff. I really wish I had known about the ending before I read it. If I had been prepared, I probably wouldn't have been quite as bothered. As it was, I was just disappointed. Like I said, I like a real ending, even in a series book.That said, I love Barbara Marr and wish I had one of her books to read every week. I highly recommend this book, just be aware that there are two previous books in this series and that you will probably enjoy this one more if you've read the other two--and also know that you'll be left hanging at the end. I sure hope the next book comes along soon. I'll certainly be on the lookout for it. I want to know what happens!!! Overall, a funny, well-written cozy mystery.