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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 ~ Candeedo Brewdinkle by Ileana Muñoz Renfroe
The day began as it always did in Killian Cove—with the comforting aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sound of Bartholomew’s raspy voice critiquing my morning crossword. “Really, Candeedo? Seven across is ‘duplicity,’ not ‘decipher,’” he purred, perched on the...
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Get To Know You ~ Mason Garrett by Sarah Osborne
Mason sits down for a question-and-answer session with dru’s book musings. What is your full name?My full name is Mason Allen Garrett How old are you?I am 52 years old. I can hardly believe that, but I guess it’s true. I’m a lot older than Ditie, and that’s something...
A Day In My Life ~ Lily Wong by Tori Eldridge
“Will you please wait!” I shake my bag of steamed pork buns at Uncle, also known as Lee Chang, a former Shanghainese triad enforcer and my North Dakota Norwegian father’s head Chinese restaurant cook back in Los Angeles. Uncle had preempted my return home from Hong...
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 ~ The Corpse with the Crystal Skull by Cathy Ace
The Corpse with the Crystal Skull by Cathy Ace is the ninth book in the "Cait Morgan" traditional mystery series. Publisher: Four Tails Publishing Ltd., coming June 29, 2020. Welsh Canadian globetrotting sleuth, and professor of criminal psychology, Cait Morgan, is...
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My Musing ~ Maggie Dove's Detective Agency by Susan Breen
Maggie Dove's Detective Agency by Susan Breen is the second book in the “Maggie Dove” mystery series. Publisher: Alibi, November 8, 2016 As Susan Breen’s compelling cozy mystery series continues, Maggie Dove’s budding detective agency has given her a new lease on...
My Musing ~ Say No More by Hank Phillippi Ryan
Say No More by Hank Phillippi Ryan is the fifth book in the “Jane Ryland” suspense series. Publisher: Forge Books, November 2016 Her career is all about the truth--but now, keeping silent may be her last chance to stay alive. When Boston reporter Jane Ryland reports a...
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October 2019 Releases
Here is a list of over 50 new mysteries, thrillers and suspense titles releasing this month with six debut series from Bethany Blake, Amy Lillard, Julie Anne Lindsey, Susan McCormick, Rose Pressey, and Marty Wingate. October 1 Beyond a Reasonable Stout by Ellie...
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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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