Reviews by Fran T. (San Diego, CA)

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Through the Evil Days: A Clare Fergusson/Russ Van Alstyne Mystery
by Julia Spencer-Fleming
God will give strength and bear thee through the evil days (9/22/2013)
I have read all of Spencer-Fleming's previous novels about Clare and Russ and, for the most part, have enjoyed them a great deal. Thus, I had high hopes for this novel. In some ways, my hopes were met; in other ways, not so much. The plot was engrossing and held my interest.more
An Unmarked Grave: A Bess Crawford Mystery
by Charles Todd
An Unmarked Grave (5/31/2012)
I have read all of Charles Todd's Ian Rutledge mysteries and the three previous mysteries featuring Bess Crawford. The Ian Rutledge mysteries are notably more complex both in plot and character development. Since Ian Rutledge is a World War l veteran with major Postmore
A Trick of the Light: Armand Gamache Series #7
by Louise Penny
A Trick of the Light--not your typical "Cozy" (8/6/2011)
A Trick of the Light is the first of Louise Penny's mysteries which I have read. I selected this book because I love mysteries and I was well aware of all the awards and accolades which Louise Penny has received. Now I understand indeed why she has garnered such high praise.more
A Lesson in Secrets: A Maisie Dobbs Novel
by Jacqueline Winspear
Reflection at Cambridge (3/17/2011)
I thoroughly enjoyed this novel, the latest in the Maisie Dobbs series. More than some of the preceding novels, this one is quiet and reflective in tone, perhaps to accompany the more introspective tone of a university. Maisie, of course, is the central character and it ismore
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