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Antiques Chop (2013)

by Barbara Allan(Favorite Author)

3.8 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

0758263627 (ISBN13: 9780758263629)

languge

English

genre

Humor

publisher

Kensington

series

A Trash 'n' Treasures Mystery

review 1: This mystery is personal for Vivien Borne--someone has murdered the producer who was going to make a reality show star of her, and of her daughter Brandy too. And the murder replicates an axe murder in which Vivien testified as witness when she was just eight--all right, twelve. Vivien is on her meds, but still able and willing to drag Brandy into any number of embarrassing and dangerous situations. Mostly narrated by Brandy, who gives Vivien two chapters.
review 2: “Chop, Chop—Who’s There??”I’m so glad to wander back to Serenity, Iowa and be re-acquainted with Brandy Borne and her super-sleuthing Mother/Grandmother Vivian. (Oops! Can’t leave out Brandy’s beloved blind Shih Tzu, Sushi!) The Author provides us with some history of a murder whic... moreh happened locally in the 1950’s and was the theme of a documentary, much to some dismay. Brandy always has a lot “on her plate”, thanks to Viv’s never-ending adventures, so when ex-husband, Roger arrives frantic and frazzled looking for their 13 yr. old son, Jake, who has run away, Brandy panics as well. She discovers their son nonchalantly chatting with Grandma in the dining room. Roger agrees to let Jake stay for a week—provided there is no sleuthing! We all know this is like asking the sun not to rise! So when a renowned producer approaches Vivian and Brandy about being the hosts of a reality show, Jake sides with Grandma and Brandy reluctantly agrees, knowing she has to keep an eye on both of them. The first item on the list (besides the name for the show—“Antiques Sleuths”) is to find a prime location—and “The Murder House” seems to be an ideal fit. Vivian talks old friends into letting them use it and all seems to be going well—until…. You guessed it—a horrific murder occurs there, springing Vivian into her sleuthing action with Brandy by her side. Vivian never ceases to amaze me with her antics, and you’ll love the passage where she’s hypnotized! The Author has gifted us with another easy, enjoyable cozy and I want to extend my thanks for two items that have also been included—a list of characters and a map of Serenity, both great additions. I recommend you add this to your TBR list and I’m already looking forward to going back to Serenity in the future.Nancy Narma less

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