Frankie investigates an Afghan refugee who has been missing for three weeks. She has help from some interesting characters and there are parts that keep readers on the edge and others that are humorous.
In this second installment of the Holmes, Margaret, & Poe mystery series, Holmes disappears and makes it difficult for his partners to carry out their duties and keep their excellent reputation of solving cases quickly.
Beatrice von Falklenburg, whose father is a Czech nobleman, decides to be a detective, while at the same time keeping her societal obligations. The story is historical and takes place in 1904 in Europe.
Lisa Jewell has written a dark, but interesting novel about an out-of-control narcissist. Anyone who knows as real narcissist may be a little uncomfortable reading it, wanting the sub-characters to win out over this scary man.
Justine Hart goes back to her hometown when named the lead barrister on a double murder case because her first love is the suspect. She uncovers family secrets and the book will keep you on the edge.
Andy Carpenter tries his first case as a defense lawyer after years of working for the prosecution. This novel gives the history and introduction of Andy Carpenter and his relationships. Most of us know Andy, but this is a good intro.
Jane Hardy has just been named chief of police and investigates two murders the first week. Her father becomes a prime suspect and she must work hard to prove his innocence.
Julia is a young widow who inherits a villa and vineyard in Tuscany from a woman she has never heard of. She is adopted, and wonders if this has something to do with her birth mother and travels to Tuscany to find out; her family's secrets may get her killed.
Mma Ramotswe is investigating strange goings on at a posh (for Africa) hotel called the Great Hippopotamus Hotel where someone is trying to put them out of business.
