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A Day in My Life ~ Kitty Rossi by Dana Mentink
“Kitty,” my mother laments. “You’re not to be galloping around like a lamb in springtime.” I don’t reply that I’m nothing like a lamb and if there weren’t so many maddening social requirements draining my investigative time, I wouldn’t always be in such a hurry. These...
A Day In My Life ~ Lady Lucy Revelstoke by Melodie Campbell
“Oh my GAWD, it’s Renata Harwood!” That was my maid, Elf, leaning precariously over the rail of the ocean liner. Of course, calling her a maid is a trifle optimistic. Luckily, she has other attributes (her skill with throwing knives is particularly impressive.) My...
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A Day In My Life ~ William by Elle Hartford
Mostly, my days are filled with gossip. Because what kind of mystery-solving sidekick isn’t well-informed? Not that I am a sidekick, mind you. As a magical familiar, I am a very powerful and intelligent being–even if I do look like a big black sheepdog. You can call...
A Day In My Life ~ Shana Merchant by Tessa Wegert
Early morning coffee with a view. This was the routine Tim and I had happily adopted since moving to the antique Victorian house by the river – and what a view it was. Past Otter Creek and the village of Alexandria Bay we could just make out Heart Island, Boldt...
Reviews
My Musing ~ NO BONES ABOUT IT by Annie McEwen
Dru’s Short Musing: When her friend becomes a prime suspect in a recent murder, Emmy along with her friends are on the case. This story immediately captured my attention from the first page to its conclusion. The writing was crisp and the comfortable tone made it easy...
My Musing ~ Jane Darrowfield and the Madwoman Next Door by Barbara Ross
Jane Darrowfield and the Madwoman Next Door by Barbara Ross is the second book in the "Jane Darrowfield" cozy mystery series, coming October 27, 2020. This title is available only at Barnes & Noble through 10/26/2021 Jane Darrowfield is using her retirement years...
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My Musing ~ Fire and Ashes by Elaine Viets
Fire and Ashes by Elaine Viets is the second book in the “Death Investigator Angela Richman” mystery series. Publisher: Thomas & Mercer, coming July 25, 2017 In the exclusive, gated enclave of Olympia Forest Estates, death investigator Angela Richman watches a...
My Musing ~ Dead Storage by Mary Feliz
Dead Storage by Mary Feliz is the third book in the “Maggie McDonald” mystery series. Publisher: Lyrical Underground, coming July 18, 2017 As a professional organizer, Maggie McDonald brings order to messy situations. But when a good friend becomes a murder suspect,...
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New Releases ~ Week of June 7, 2020
Here is a list of some of the new releases for June 7 - 13, 2020. Hope a few of these new titles will keep you entertained. Enjoy! Double Trouble by Gretchen Archer (Crime Caper) Davis Way Cole smells T-R-O-U-B-L-E when she’s fired from half of her part-time job at...
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Cover Reveal ~ IT’S NOT EVEN PAST by Anna Scotti
With a new publisher and a new introduction, it is my pleasure to present this updated cover with its new look and design, coming October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 20, 2026 Genre: Short Story Crime Fiction Collection Format: Print,...
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dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 60 BEST MYSTERY BOOK BLOGS to follow on the internet in 2026! dru’s book musings placed 13th on the list. Click here for the full list of mystery book blogs. dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 70 BEST...
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2024 Anthony Award
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