The Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives series

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Love in the Time of Murder (The Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives, #3) by D. E. Haggerty

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The author sent me a copy (mobi format) in exchange for an honest review (member of Rosie’s Book Review Team).

 

My rating:  4.3  of  5  stars

Plot
(by Goodreads)

In Love in the Time of Murder, the Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives face their toughest case yet. Delilah, or Dee as she wishes everyone would just call her already, is the granddaughter of one of the knitting detectives and her life is in a bit of a shambles. She finally manages to pry herself away from her husband’s clutches, move out on her own, and start her own business. But then her estranged husband is murdered and she’s the number one suspect. The Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives aren’t about to let one of their own get sent to the slammer and jump at the chance to search for the true killer. As if Dee doesn’t have enough problems, the knitting detectives decide that Delilah being a widow is the perfect opportunity to find her a new man and decide to put their matchmaking skills to use. Will Dee end up in prison for a murder she didn’t commit or will she be taking another walk down the aisle?

 

Genre(s):  Suspense, Romance, Humour

Series:  The Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives, #3

Length:  150 pages

Release Date:  2015-10-05

 

Teaser

“Why was Tommy looking for your?” Grandma asks me, but she’s got her hawk eyes pinned on Martha. Everyone who knows Martha knows she loves to matchmake. She claims that she has some mystic matchmaking skill, but in truth everyone just humors her.

Martha giggles and claps her hands. “Oh, wouldn’t they be such a cute couple!”

 

My Opinion

This book focuses on Dee, freshly separated. Her grandma being one of the gray-haired knitting detectives, it does not come as a surprise that Dee is ‘persuaded’ to file for a restraining order and the circle’s matchmaker tries to set her up with an adequate partner. When her estranged husband’s body is found, she is the number one suspect.

With Love in the Time of Murder, D. E. Haggerty has created another expertly worded and pretty funny suspense story with a romantic touch. The story comprises a broad variety of characters with sufficient depth, hilarious moments and interesting interactions to solve the murder case. I had a great time reading Love in the Time of Murder – it is a very fun read. I was drawn into the story right away, chuckling about the cute gray-haired knitting detectives and their ways, not always seconding Dee’s thoughts. On second thoughts, I came to realise that my reactions in case of others trying to meddle with my life are not than different from hers.

This is for you if you like female sleuths, hilarious situations as well as a great combination of (cozy) suspense, humour and romance.

A funny and suspenseful book and/or series to read again.

Recommended!

In brief:

Writing Great
Plot Some twists
Mood Suspenseful, light-hearted
Pace Steady
Characters Developed
Violence No violence
Sexual content Some sexual content
POV First person

 

About the author

I was born and raised in Wisconsin, but think I’m a European. After spending my senior year of high school in Germany, I developed a bad case of wanderlust that is yet to be cured. My flying Dutch husband and I have lived in Ohio, Virginia, the Netherlands, Germany and now Istanbul. We still haven’t decided if we want to settle down somewhere – let alone where. I’m leaning towards somewhere I can learn to surf even though the hubby thinks that’s a less than sound way to decide where to live. Although I’ve been a military policewoman, a commercial lawyer, and a B&B owner, I think with writing I may have finally figured out what I want to be when I grow up. That’s assuming I ever grow up, of course. Between playing tennis, running much slower than I would like, trying to adopt every stray dog within a 5-mile radius, traveling to exotic new locales, singing off tune, drinking entirely too many adult beverages, addictively watching new movies and reading books like they are going out of style, I write articles for a local expat magazine and various websites, review other indie authors’ books, write a blog about whatever comes to mind and am working on my sixth book.

 

Connect with the Author:

Amazon:  D. E. Haggerty
Amazon (US):  buy link

 

Please take a look at my statement on reading in My train of thoughts on …reading.  Now I am asking you.  🙂

My questions for you bibliophiles:
What about you? What did you think about Love in the Time of Murder? Or – if you did not yet read Love in the Time of Murder  – are you now interested in reading it yourself?

My question for you cinephiles:
If Love in the Time of Murder was filmed – who should direct it, who could you imagine as actors?

I am looking forward to reading your comments.  🙂

 

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Murder, Mystery and Dating Mayhem (The Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives, #1) by D. E. Haggerty

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The author sent me an advanced reader’s copy (mobi format) in exchange for an honest review.

 

My rating:  4.4  of  5  stars

Plot
(by Goodreads)

My name is Izzy. I drink too much, am clumsier than a newborn foal, and my brain-to-mouth filter often malfunctions. My daredevil husband killed himself in a parachuting accident five years ago and my best friend Jack has decided it’s time I jump back in the dating pool. He’s perfectly happy to throw me in if I don’t listen. Just when things in the dating world start to heat up, my grandma dies. Only her knitting group of Jessica Fletcher wannabes is sure it’s murder. I’m not convinced but I’m always up for a bit of excitement as long as it doesn’t lead to a night in jail. Well, more than one night anyway. Will I miss my chance at love because I’m chasing imaginary killers? Did someone really kill grandma or am I and my merry band of geriatric thieves imagining things?

 

Genre(s):  Suspense, Romance, Humour

Series:  The Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives, #1

Length:  155 pages

Release Date:  2015-03-01

 

Teaser

Sufficiently fortified, I turn to the man again and notice him watching me. He raises an eyebrow. “I tried that trick earlier,” he says, tilting his head towards the bar, “but the bartender didn’t seem impressed with my assets.” I look him up and down. “You look pretty hot to me,” I say and then slap my hand over my mouth when I realize my comment probably sounded like some lame pick-up line. “Sorry.” Is it possible for my face to spontaneously burst into flames? “Sometimes my mouth opens before my brain can stop it.”

 

My Opinion

This book focuses on Izzy, widowed for five years, being thrown into a speed-dating session by her best friend Jack.

With Murder, Mystery & Dating Mayhem, D. E. Haggerty has created an expertly worded and very funny suspense story with a romantic touch. The story comprises a broad variety of characters with sufficient depth, hilarious moments and interesting interactions to solve the case of the dead grandma. I had a great time reading Murder, Mystery & Dating Mayhem – it is a very fun read. I was drawn into the story right away, chuckling about the cute gray-haired knitting detectives and their ways, cheering Izzy on, trying to find the culprit and hoping that Izzy really gets her man. I must confess that I do not really like the cover’s colour – I am more into greenish, blackish and bluish shades.

This is for you if you like female amateur sleuths, stubborn women, hilarious situations as well as a great combination of (cozy) suspense, humour and romance.

A funny and suspenseful book and/or series to read again.

Recommended!

In brief:

Writing Great
Plot Some twists
Mood Suspenseful, light-hearted
Pace Steady
Characters Developed
Violence No violence
Sexual content No sexual content (some hints)
POV First person

 

About the author

I was born and raised in Wisconsin, but think I’m a European. After spending my senior year of high school in Germany, I developed a bad case of wanderlust that is yet to be cured. My flying Dutch husband and I have lived in Ohio, Virginia, the Netherlands, Germany and now Istanbul. We still haven’t decided if we want to settle down somewhere – let alone where. I’m leaning towards somewhere I can learn to surf even though the hubby thinks that’s a less than sound way to decide where to live. Although I’ve been a military policewoman, a commercial lawyer, and a B&B owner, I think with writing I may have finally figured out what I want to be when I grow up. That’s assuming I ever grow up, of course. Between playing tennis, running much slower than I would like, trying to adopt every stray dog within a 5-mile radius, traveling to exotic new locales, singing off tune, drinking entirely too many adult beverages, addictively watching new movies and reading books like they are going out of style, I write articles for a local expat magazine and various websites, review other indie authors’ books, write a blog about whatever comes to mind and am working on my sixth book.

 

Connect with the Author:

Amazon:  D. E. Haggerty
Amazon (US):  buy link

 

Please take a look at my statement on reading in My train of thoughts on …reading.  Now I am asking you.  🙂

My questions for you bibliophiles:
What about you?  What did you think about Murder, Mystery & Dating Mayhem?  Or – if you did not yet read Murder, Mystery & Dating Mayhem – are you now interested in reading it yourself?

My question for you cinephiles:
If Murder, Mystery & Dating Mayhem was filmed – who should direct it, who could you imagine as actors?

I am looking forward to reading your comments.  🙂

 

Review: Jack Gets His Man by D. E. Haggerty

 

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Jack Gets His Man (The Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives, #2) by D. E. Haggerty

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The author sent me a copy (mobi format) in exchange for an honest review (member of Rosie’s Book Review Team).

 

My rating:  4.2  of  5  stars

Plot
(by Goodreads)

Jack’s life is awesome. His store is making money hand over fist and his best friend has found love. So what if he’s feeling a bit restless and put out about his upcoming birthday and his ex is being a pain in his fabulous behind? That’s nothing he can’t handle, but then his super hot new bookkeeper discovers things at the store aren’t actually as they seem. Someone is playing fast and loose with the finances. Jack’s bestie and his gal pals, the grey-haired knitting detectives, jump at the chance to solve Jack’s problems. When they aren’t re-enacting scenes from spy thrillers, they’re setting Jack up on dates and generally insinuating themselves into his love life. They’re determined to find love for Jack as well as his missing money. Will Jack catch a thief or find love? Either way Jack’s going to get his man.

 

Genre(s):  Suspense, Romance, Humour

Series:  The Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives, #2

Length:  177 pages

Release Date:  2015-07-01

 

Teaser

Izzy looked up sharply. “Everything is boring with you lately, Jack. Is everything okay?”

Jack raised one shoulder and scrunched his nose. “I’m just restless.”

“Ahh,” Izzy nodded in understanding. “You need to get laid.”

 

My Opinion

This book focuses on Jack, restless due to his upcoming birthday, no current lover, and inexplicably decreasing business profit.

With Jack Gets His Man, D. E. Haggerty has created an expertly worded and pretty funny suspense story with a romantic touch. The story comprises a broad variety of characters with sufficient depth, hilarious moments and interesting interactions to solve the case of the vanishing finances. I had a great time reading Jack Gets His Man – it is a very fun read. I was drawn into the story right away, chuckling about the cute gray-haired knitting detectives and their ways, seconding Izzy’s thoughts, trying to find the culprit and hoping that Jack really gets his man. This is for you if you like female sleuths, hilarious situations as well as a great combination of (cozy) suspense, humour and romance.

A funny and suspenseful book to read again.

Recommended.

In brief:

Writing Great
Plot Some twists
Mood Suspenseful, light-hearted
Pace Steady
Characters Developed
Violence No violence
Sexual content Some sexual content
POV Third person

 

About the author

I was born and raised in Wisconsin, but think I’m a European. After spending my senior year of high school in Germany, I developed a bad case of wanderlust that is yet to be cured. My flying Dutch husband and I have lived in Ohio, Virginia, the Netherlands, Germany and now Istanbul. We still haven’t decided if we want to settle down somewhere – let alone where. I’m leaning towards somewhere I can learn to surf even though the hubby thinks that’s a less than sound way to decide where to live. Although I’ve been a military policewoman, a commercial lawyer, and a B&B owner, I think with writing I may have finally figured out what I want to be when I grow up. That’s assuming I ever grow up, of course. Between playing tennis, running much slower than I would like, trying to adopt every stray dog within a 5-mile radius, traveling to exotic new locales, singing off tune, drinking entirely too many adult beverages, addictively watching new movies and reading books like they are going out of style, I write articles for a local expat magazine and various websites, review other indie authors’ books, write a blog about whatever comes to mind and am working on my sixth book.

 

Connect with the Author:

Amazon:  D. E. Haggerty
Amazon (US):  buy link

 

Please take a look at my statement on reading in My train of thoughts on …reading.  Now I am asking you.  🙂

My questions for you bibliophiles:
What about you?  What did you think about Jack Gets His Man?  Or – if you did not yet read Jack Gets His Man  – are you now interested in reading it yourself?

My question for you cinephiles:
If Jack Gets His Man was filmed – who should direct it, who could you imagine as actors?

I am looking forward to reading your comments.  🙂

 

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