Michelle Griep

What a journey it has been following Kit’s growth from organized thief to wife to mother! This novel explores a lot of struggles working moms have – that of balancing the demands of a job with the demands of motherhood. I thought Kit’s maturity in this novel shone and I loved how her emotional struggle was realistically written. The twists and turns of mystery kept me on the edge of my seat and I often found myself wishing I could ignore my own job and my own kids (only half kidding) to read more! I did find myself a little uncomfortable with the idea that Kit’s baby might be in danger (I have young kids), but other than that, I thought the book was wonderful from start to finish! With her trademark quirks, including a pet armadillo and a sweaty round assistant, Michelle Griep once again pens a delightful novel that took me on a wondrously crazy journey and concluded beautifully. Recommended to other lovers of historical fiction!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.… (mais)

Wedded Bliss?

This is a lively mystery that takes place in 1887 London. Kit starts off wrong the first day she and her dad, Henry, open a detective agency. She immediately takes a case she was not supposed to, and everything goes downhill from there.

Despite working with false information, Kit uncovers things that get her in hot water. Her husband, Jackson, is already overworked as the police chief inspector, but he gets pulled in to help.

Clandestine work uncovers a dangerous drug ring, but they are determined to find the leader behind it all. Their lives are threatened, and a hired assassin is after them.

An eccentric character, Ezra Catchpole, seems like a homeless man, but he is found frequenting an exclusive men's club. He may be the one behind things, or truly a down-on-his-luck man. Trusting his information may mean life or death.

Just when Kit and Jackson think things are wrapping up, a twist pops up that endangers all their lives, most importantly that of their little baby, Bella.

This is an exciting tale full of all kinds of peril. It is a clean page turner whose characters discuss their faith. Although part of a series, this story stands on its own. Fans of mysteries and thrillers will love this five-star book.

Thank you, Barbour Books, for providing Tickmenot with a book to review. Opinions are my own.… (mais)