This is the 1st book in a brand new series by Dianne Harman and it is just as good as all her others. Must not forget the recipes-yup--recipes included! They all sound delicious!!!!
Marty Morgan is an art appraiser--not a detective but when she is asked to appraise the objects in the home of a woman who was recently murdered-that is exactly what happens. Oh she gets a lot of help from her sister who has psychic abilities as well as a lot of guff and teasing from her-especially about a very handsome detective who is assigned to the murder case. Of course Marty's black lab isn't too thrilled-----.
There are 4 suspects--will the real killer be found and will the stolen Monkey Band collection be recovered? As with all Dianne's novels this book will captivate you and keep you reading non stop until the last page (and then you can grab some of those delicious sounding recipes).
I would like to mention that a couple of Dianne's books are now on audiobook AND that she always has giveaways going on at her website. (VERY VERY VERY easy entry).
And 3 people age 18 years of age or older World Wide have a chance to win Murder and the Monkey Band-the first in the new series! Just scroll down and fill out the Rafflecopter below (I always make it easy!).
About the book: (from Amazon)
Seven Time Amazon All Star author with her latest in a brand new cozy mystery series - A High Desert Cozy Mystery Series.
Marty Morgan is a recently divorced antique and art appraiser who moves from the Midwest to live with her sister in High Desert, California, just outside of Palm Springs. Since their early childhood days, her sister has always possessed unexplained psychic abilities that often enable her to predict future events.
An antique appraisal in the home of a recently murdered woman puts Marty at the center of a search for the killer. Who did it? The woman’s son? The well-known collector of antique Meissen china? A professional art and antique thief? The owner of Mai Tai Mama’s Restaurant?
And just what part did the collection of Meissen Monkey Band figurines play in the murder? Detective Jeff Combs is just as determined to develop a relationship with Marty and her dog Duke as he is to solve the crime. Will the psychic abilities of Marty’s sister help her find the killer?
About the Author:
You can find out about Dianne Harman at her website. What a fascinating woman she is!
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31 comments :
This sounds like another great read. I love Murder Mysteries.
Michelle F.
I have read some of her books and enjoyed it immensely.
Gloriawalshver@yahoo.com
New cozy series are awesome. New cozy series with recipes are even better!
I love a good mystery! I need to get a copy of this book!
This sounds like it might be a nice, light and fun mystery. And recipes? I love recipes!
Thank you so much!
I love that there are recipes included. It sounds like a good book too!
I love that she has a few audio books out now, too! I'm getting more and more hooked on those things...
I love that you can get audio books! It's the only way I can read nowadays! I'd love to get my hands on this book, though- a good mystery is my favorite!
Audio books are something I'd love to start listening to! I don't have too much time to read anymore, so that would be perfect! This sounds great! - Jeanine
This sounds like a great read and I love that there are recipes included. I will add this to my list.
Murder, mystery and recipes? What a combination for a night in! Thanks for sharing this!
I haven't read any of her books yet, but I love the idea of a book & cookbook intertwined. Got to check this one out.
Nothing like being thrown out of your comfort zone - I could not imagine going from Art Appraiser to Detective! This one is a must read - I love suspense books.
Oh this sounds spooky! Perfect time of year, but wow...I wouldn't go into that house even if I was a Realtor. Thanks for the review! I have several family members who are avid readers and I know to turn to your reviews to get ideas for gifts!
What a great review, Miki! This sounds like a great read!
I love reading series like this, love your giveaway thanks for the chance of win!
A thriller mystery plot with recipes included, that's a new one for me. :) Are these recipes of dishes cooked by the characters?
This is the first time I have encountered a book like this. It really spiked my interest. Thank you for the review. I must get myself a copy.
Sounds like a great read!
Such a great review, I love reading a series like this.
I'm ashamed to say that although I have some of Dianne's books I haven't yet read them! I will though...they're in the pile at the side of me!
Sounds like a very intriguing series. I'm sure all the mystery lovers will really enjoy reading these books.
P.S. I plan on recommending the entire series to my mother. She loves mystery books.
Oh I love murder mysteries!
I have read one book by this author. Nice, easy read with just a bit of humor.
Sounds interesting... I love to read murder mysteries.. will check it out. Thanks for sharing :)
So far I haven't read any of her books.
no, never
No, I haven't read any of her books yet. But I just signed up for her newsletter and I'll get a free download. Can't wait! And this review was so good!
This author is new to me. I will have to check out her website as you suggessted.
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