Author – PJ Skinner
Publisher – Parkin Press
Genre – Cozy Mystery
Pages – 284
Format – Paperback
Release Date – June 9th 2023
Reviewer – Me AKA TheBookishHermit
Synopsis ⤵️
Staying away is hard, but returning may be fatal
While assisting with a routine house clearance, Tanya Bowe, a recently divorced, former investigative journalist, encounters her long absent schoolmate, Melanie Conrad. Not long afterwards, Mel is discovered lifeless at the foot of the stairs in the same house. The police are quick to deem it an accident, but Tanya’s instincts scream murder.
Determined to discover the truth, she uses her skills to investigate Mel’s background. As she peels back the layers, Tanya uncovers a web of lies and blackmail at the heart of the Conrad family. The closer she gets, the more intricate and treacherous the puzzle becomes. With each revelation, Tanya’s resolve strengthens, but so does the danger.
Can she unravel the secrets shrouding Mel’s untimely demise before the killer strikes again?
In this captivating cozy mystery, Tanya walks the fine line between discovery and danger, guided by her unwavering determination to expose the truth and find justice for her friend
Buy it now and solve the mystery for yourself.
My Review ⤵️
This is one of your classic lovable cozy mysteries. We follow Tanya as she finds herself in an old terraced 1970s house after going through a pretty rough time dealing with depression, the loss of her job and also a divorce.
She is determined to get on with her life and make the best of things so she makes the decision to turn part of the house into a vintage furniture shop. Thankfully, she has a fair bit of support around her and things look as though they are going well
Then in classic cozy mystery style an old schoolmate is found dead at Tanya’s home, things look suspicious and seemingly nothing is making much sense!
We meet a cast of fun and interesting characters who carry the story along nicely, keeping the reader engaged and entertained throughout. Tanya our main lady is very likable from the word go, she is sweet and relatable and there is a certain vulnerability about her which makes her come across as very delicate and sensitive.
Overall I found this to be an awesome cozy mystery and I can’t wait to check out the second book in this series!
5 Stars
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I was gifted a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review by Love Books Tours, views and opinions are my own and have not been influenced by anyone.
About The Author ⤵️
PJ Skinner is a geologist who has spent thirty years roaming the planet and collecting tall tales and real-life experiences. Most of her postings were in remote and dangerous sites which provide background settings for her novels. She now writes fact-based novels from the relative safety of London. She still travels worldwide collecting material for the series and having her own adventures.
Books
The complete Sam Harris Adventure series of seven books covers the career of a female geologist, from rookie adventures in remote sites in Africa and South America, to forays in the the concrete jungle.
PJ also writes under the pen names Kate Foley and Pip Skinner. The Green Family Saga (Kate Foley) starts with Rebel Green, set in Ireland at the beginning of the Troubles in the North. The second book in the series follows the fortunes of Isabella Green, and the third book, which is out in February 2023 is about Liz Green and Sean O’Connor.
Find out more and keep up to date at https://pjskinner.com
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