Friday, May 6, 2022

Off the Shelf -- The Lady With the Gun Asks the Questions

Thanks to Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the opportunity to review this title.  A series of short stories set in 1928 featuring the delightful Miss Phryne Fisher and her compatriots.  The stories are concise, thoughtful, and capture th Miss Fisher you love from the novels.  These stories evoke the feel and spirit of spending a few hours with Phryne.  I highly recommend this collection.
 

Monday, May 2, 2022

Off the Shelf --A Sprinkle in Time


 Thanks to Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the opportunity to read and review this title. The second book in the Shake Shop series does not disappoint.

Trinidad is settling into life in Upper Sprocket, connecting with the residents and getting into the rhythm of running the shop.  All is going well, until she and Papa Luis discover a body in his trunk.  Who is it?  Where did the body go?  How deep does the mystery go?  

The relationships between characters develops a lot.  The mystery is intriguing, though I kind of figured it out partway through the book.  The ride to get there was enjoyable.  I like these characters and will definitely keep coming back to Upper Sprocket