Carol Shenold
The monster under the bed might be real.
Bloody Murder Reviews
As if murder weren't enough, her daughter Cass may be dating a werewolf and her son is convinced that Tali's new boyfriend, Aiden is a vampire. Logically, she knows he couldn't be, but then again, this is Love, Texas, a town on the crossroads of good and evil.
This story manages to balance the elements of a supernatural tale, a mystery and a small town drama. While there are certain places where it strays into the realm of cliché, overall it is a witty, engaging read. The characters are warm, eccentric and hugely entertaining. The mystery is intriguing and keeps the reader guessing as it unfolds. I enjoyed this story very much as well as its predecessor, PRIVY TO MURDER. Ms. Shenold is a fresh, unique voice and I look forward to more from her.
BLOODY MURDER
CAROL SHENOLD
ISBN# 9781897559604
October 2008
Eternal Press
www.eternalpress.ca
E-Book
$5.95
147 Pages
Cozy Paranormal Mystery
Rating: 3 Cups
Tali is a divorced mother of two. Circumstances, AKA her ex-husband, forced her to move back to Love, Texas where she is now an event planner. The Halloween season is very busy this year with the fair, ball, and beauty contest.
Aidan is a vampire who lives next door to Tali. He is very mysterious, but shows up just where he is needed. He and Tali have a lot of chemistry.
Beauty contests are highly stressful for all involved but the one in Love tops them all. One of the contestants’ mothers is found dead under very strange conditions. Psychic event planner, Tali Cates, feels that it is her responsibility to help solve the crime, whether or not the Sheriff wants her help. A mysterious new neighbor stirs her curiosity and her libido.
I enjoyed this story. Love is not your typical town, with paranormal beings mixing in with the general population. Aidan’s character could have been a little more developed; he is just a little too mysterious. The characters for the most part are well drawn and the plot is very involving. The ending left a little to be desired, but this appears to be part of a series and I am sure things will be resolved in the next installment, which I will definitely be reading. Tali and her family are definitely worth visiting again.
Maura
Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance & More
CAROL SHENOLD
ISBN# 9781897559604
October 2008
Eternal Press
www.eternalpress.ca
E-Book
$5.95
147 Pages
Cozy Paranormal Mystery
Rating: 3 Cups
Tali is a divorced mother of two. Circumstances, AKA her ex-husband, forced her to move back to Love, Texas where she is now an event planner. The Halloween season is very busy this year with the fair, ball, and beauty contest.
Aidan is a vampire who lives next door to Tali. He is very mysterious, but shows up just where he is needed. He and Tali have a lot of chemistry.
Beauty contests are highly stressful for all involved but the one in Love tops them all. One of the contestants’ mothers is found dead under very strange conditions. Psychic event planner, Tali Cates, feels that it is her responsibility to help solve the crime, whether or not the Sheriff wants her help. A mysterious new neighbor stirs her curiosity and her libido.
I enjoyed this story. Love is not your typical town, with paranormal beings mixing in with the general population. Aidan’s character could have been a little more developed; he is just a little too mysterious. The characters for the most part are well drawn and the plot is very involving. The ending left a little to be desired, but this appears to be part of a series and I am sure things will be resolved in the next installment, which I will definitely be reading. Tali and her family are definitely worth visiting again.
Maura
Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance & More
Reviewed by by Melissa Bradley at 100% of Nothing.com
Event planner, Tali Cates, is up to her neck in murder and the paranormal once more in this latest from Carol Shenold. This time Tali is running a local beauty pageant. Amidst cat fighting contestants and their overbearing mothers, two people are found dead. Both victims are completely drained of fluids and Tali suspects a supernatural killer, but Sheriff J.T. is highly skeptical as usual. He does his utmost to convince Tali to stay out of his way and while she would love to do nothing more, her visions keep forcing her to stick with the investigation.
Event planner, Tali Cates, is up to her neck in murder and the paranormal once more in this latest from Carol Shenold. This time Tali is running a local beauty pageant. Amidst cat fighting contestants and their overbearing mothers, two people are found dead. Both victims are completely drained of fluids and Tali suspects a supernatural killer, but Sheriff J.T. is highly skeptical as usual. He does his utmost to convince Tali to stay out of his way and while she would love to do nothing more, her visions keep forcing her to stick with the investigation.
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