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Rina Martin #4
Resolutions
The new ‘Rina Martin’ mystery - When DI ‘Mac’ McGregor came to Frantham he was a broken man, guilt ridden at the death of a child he had tried to save, and whose killer had escaped. But he found friendship there, in the shape of Rina Martin’s strange little household, and romance with CSI Miriam Hasting. But now his past is catching up with him. There are new leads in the child-killer case, and Mac rejoins the hunt – only to become the hunted . . . Can Rina save him from his darkest trouble yet?
208 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 1, 2010
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Jane A. Adams
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April 29, 2015
I enjoyed this book a lot. Best in the series so far. (It's Rina Martin #4)
It's called Resolutions because all previously hanging plot points are coming to a head in this book. We get to see Mac face down the child-killer he feels responsible for letting escape, and Karen - George's sociopathic older sister - reappears to reclaim George and bring down vengeance on Mac.
THINGS I LIKED:
The plot is very gripping and exciting. I love books where old grievances, wrongs, or vengeance finally comes to a head or a confrontation.
The slow, slow relationship building in the series. No insta-love here! George and Ursula have their first kiss in this book! Aww.
Good men who are kind, loving, respectful, and good partners to their girlfriends/wives.
It's called Resolutions because all previously hanging plot points are coming to a head in this book. We get to see Mac face down the child-killer he feels responsible for letting escape, and Karen - George's sociopathic older sister - reappears to reclaim George and bring down vengeance on Mac.
THINGS I LIKED:
The plot is very gripping and exciting. I love books where old grievances, wrongs, or vengeance finally comes to a head or a confrontation.
The slow, slow relationship building in the series. No insta-love here! George and Ursula have their first kiss in this book! Aww.
Good men who are kind, loving, respectful, and good partners to their girlfriends/wives.
September 1, 2012
‘Resolutions’ by Jane Adams
Published by Severn House, February 2010. ISBN: 978-0-7279-6896-1
This book is exactly what it says on the cover ‘Resolutions’.
We meet again all the residents of the strange household of sixty-something Rina Martin. It was through his friendship with Rina that DI McGregor regained some sense of balance following the killing in front of him of little Cara Evans by Thomas Peel. DI McGregor (Mac) had been unable to save her and that knowledge had almost broken him. But now almost a year on, Mac has rebuilt his life and has even entered into a relationship with CSI Mirian Hastings. But his new found equilibrium is about to be tested as he is forced to confront his past.
And not only is Mac facing past demons, young George is now fourteen and he has also found solace with his friendship with Rina Martin, and a new friend at the children’s home, Ursula, but George is also to be tested, and Mac caught up chasing a child killer may not be there to help him.
This is a satisfying read in that it ties up many threads from previous books, although the information is there to provide a new reader to this series with an equally rewarding read.
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Lizzie Hayes
Earlier books in the series are A Reason to Kill and Fragile Lives. Other series by this author are : Five books in the series featuring DI Mike Croft. Three books in the series featuring DS Flowers, and five in the series featuring ex-Policewoman Naomi Blake
Published by Severn House, February 2010. ISBN: 978-0-7279-6896-1
This book is exactly what it says on the cover ‘Resolutions’.
We meet again all the residents of the strange household of sixty-something Rina Martin. It was through his friendship with Rina that DI McGregor regained some sense of balance following the killing in front of him of little Cara Evans by Thomas Peel. DI McGregor (Mac) had been unable to save her and that knowledge had almost broken him. But now almost a year on, Mac has rebuilt his life and has even entered into a relationship with CSI Mirian Hastings. But his new found equilibrium is about to be tested as he is forced to confront his past.
And not only is Mac facing past demons, young George is now fourteen and he has also found solace with his friendship with Rina Martin, and a new friend at the children’s home, Ursula, but George is also to be tested, and Mac caught up chasing a child killer may not be there to help him.
This is a satisfying read in that it ties up many threads from previous books, although the information is there to provide a new reader to this series with an equally rewarding read.
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Lizzie Hayes
Earlier books in the series are A Reason to Kill and Fragile Lives. Other series by this author are : Five books in the series featuring DI Mike Croft. Three books in the series featuring DS Flowers, and five in the series featuring ex-Policewoman Naomi Blake
September 2, 2010
Last one in this series for now. I think I liked it the best because it wrapped up some story lines from the previous books.
October 24, 2022
In the fourth Rina Martin mystery, DI Mac McGregor has to return to the area where he witnessed a girl being killed. Unable to prevent the murder, her death has haunted him since. Now her killer has resurfaced and Mac is back on his old stomping ground. Only he’s a changed man, tortured by his failures in the past, watched by his former colleagues in case he fails or falls apart again.
Meanwhile, back in Frantham on the Dorset coast, Rina Martin has problems of her own. But without Mac to support her, she feels vulnerable. Someone else from the past has returned to upset the peace and equilibrium.
It’s another complex and convoluted plot with its fair share of twists as Mac goes through the mill to arrest the killer and solve the case. Rina too faces a similar challenge, though she has friends she can rely on in a crisis. As the investigation becomes intensely personal, the scene is set for an exciting finale that will either make or break Mac.
While the stories are intricate and well plotted, it’s the warmth of the characters that lifts this above the average police procedural.
Rina is a resourceful, determined individual, who cares deeply about her friends and her life in Frantham. Mac is the lost soul who found solace and new friends in the town. Their stories and battles are at the heart of the books, giving them a depth and intensity that draws you in and makes you feel good as you read.
Uplifting, intriguing and full of warmth, this is a series to savour.
Meanwhile, back in Frantham on the Dorset coast, Rina Martin has problems of her own. But without Mac to support her, she feels vulnerable. Someone else from the past has returned to upset the peace and equilibrium.
It’s another complex and convoluted plot with its fair share of twists as Mac goes through the mill to arrest the killer and solve the case. Rina too faces a similar challenge, though she has friends she can rely on in a crisis. As the investigation becomes intensely personal, the scene is set for an exciting finale that will either make or break Mac.
While the stories are intricate and well plotted, it’s the warmth of the characters that lifts this above the average police procedural.
Rina is a resourceful, determined individual, who cares deeply about her friends and her life in Frantham. Mac is the lost soul who found solace and new friends in the town. Their stories and battles are at the heart of the books, giving them a depth and intensity that draws you in and makes you feel good as you read.
Uplifting, intriguing and full of warmth, this is a series to savour.
December 14, 2020
A well written book with very believable characters. Unfortunately, purchased at a bargain sale, it is the the fourth or fifth in a series. Usually this is not a problem as the author can use a variety of ways to catch the reader up. It's often boring and devoted fan will scan and skip, but this author choose not to do that. The situation is made worse by this plot which harks back to an unsolved case the DI had in a previous book. So, I'm not only trying to figure out who all these people are, but why they are all upset. Not a deal breaker, but I'd highly recommend that you start this series at the beginning. The plotting it tight, but the style is very dark such as the Scandinavian type mysteries, Nesbo, Mankell, etc.
January 1, 2022
Total pleasure!
Each new title in this series just gets better.
This time we meet returning characters from the first book and the tangled webs, developed with each new title, are very deliberately if somewhat grimly unravelled.
Rina and her band of followers continue not only to grow but also delight. The inclusion of such diverse characters in her "family" is always entertaining..
There is a wide range of challenge leading to an emotional read and rapid page turning.
As always, an underlying depth of love, care, loyalty as well as emotional pain.
Quite the best way to finish a year and herald in the new. Bangs, flashes and shooting sizzles seem to be a perfect background to the final pages of this read.
Yes, I loved it.
Each new title in this series just gets better.
This time we meet returning characters from the first book and the tangled webs, developed with each new title, are very deliberately if somewhat grimly unravelled.
Rina and her band of followers continue not only to grow but also delight. The inclusion of such diverse characters in her "family" is always entertaining..
There is a wide range of challenge leading to an emotional read and rapid page turning.
As always, an underlying depth of love, care, loyalty as well as emotional pain.
Quite the best way to finish a year and herald in the new. Bangs, flashes and shooting sizzles seem to be a perfect background to the final pages of this read.
Yes, I loved it.
December 18, 2021
Rating 4.5 stars
While I loved this series, somehow the ending, while logical, seemed a little up in the air. My hope is it will lead to another Rina Martin outting as that door is definitely open. What will happen to Karen, George and Ursula? Will Mac retire and why the reference to Alex and his wife.....could they be in danger in the next book? Lastly will Emma finally be free of the stigma of her so called dad?
While I loved this series, somehow the ending, while logical, seemed a little up in the air. My hope is it will lead to another Rina Martin outting as that door is definitely open. What will happen to Karen, George and Ursula? Will Mac retire and why the reference to Alex and his wife.....could they be in danger in the next book? Lastly will Emma finally be free of the stigma of her so called dad?
January 13, 2022
Very good, not my favorite, but good
I enjoyed this latest installment. This is a series your better off reading in order so you van understand the full color of all the supporting characters. This plot addresses the episode e that brought Mac to Franthom. It was an treating story. Felt a bit rushed at the end I still would recommend picking it up...after you've read the three previous books.
I enjoyed this latest installment. This is a series your better off reading in order so you van understand the full color of all the supporting characters. This plot addresses the episode e that brought Mac to Franthom. It was an treating story. Felt a bit rushed at the end I still would recommend picking it up...after you've read the three previous books.
March 27, 2024
Thomas Peel was not dead after all. He was the cold hearted killer whose actions caused Mac's downward spiral into depression and drinking as he blamed himself for a child's death. It's only been a year and a half since that life changing incident occurred, will Mac be able to get back on the case? Everyone he knows and loves is being targeted by Peel. How does he know so much about them? Very dramatic and tense conclusion to Mac's involvement with Peel.
September 19, 2025
I enjoyed this fourth book in the box set I have, where the past haunts the present and a case is reopened.
The best thing about these stories is the characters, from the eccentric 'family' that lives with Rina to the police with their distinctive personalities, to the villains who you know must be caught...but will they be?
Well-written and fast-paced with plenty of action, twists, turns, tension and suspense.
Loved it.
Recommended.
The best thing about these stories is the characters, from the eccentric 'family' that lives with Rina to the police with their distinctive personalities, to the villains who you know must be caught...but will they be?
Well-written and fast-paced with plenty of action, twists, turns, tension and suspense.
Loved it.
Recommended.
December 13, 2021
Really good
This series is so good! While I suppose you could read each book separately, you wouldn't really understand the overall story.
The characters are so well written and tend to show up in each book with their character growing a bit more each time.
The mysteries are rather connected and certainly not "cozy".
This series is so good! While I suppose you could read each book separately, you wouldn't really understand the overall story.
The characters are so well written and tend to show up in each book with their character growing a bit more each time.
The mysteries are rather connected and certainly not "cozy".
December 19, 2021
The best of a great series.
Jane Adams has the magic touch that pulls you into the story. The characters are so very real, that I want to go to Franthom and sit down with Rina and Mac. This was a taut and suspenseful book that brought together the many threads that have run through previous books. I recommend the entire series.
Jane Adams has the magic touch that pulls you into the story. The characters are so very real, that I want to go to Franthom and sit down with Rina and Mac. This was a taut and suspenseful book that brought together the many threads that have run through previous books. I recommend the entire series.
May 30, 2022
Another Excellent Story
Another excellent story by Jane Adams featuring Mac, Tina and all the other colourful characters that appear in these stories. A great story with lots of twists and turns and some white exciting and thrilling events. Again looking forward to reading more in the series.
Another excellent story by Jane Adams featuring Mac, Tina and all the other colourful characters that appear in these stories. A great story with lots of twists and turns and some white exciting and thrilling events. Again looking forward to reading more in the series.
September 6, 2023
Not exactly a prequel but it does go back and fill in the blanks about Mac’s life before he arrived in Frantham. I found some of the part about Rains and the Curtis/Tigh families a bit confusing, but in the main the plot was well conceived. Love following the lives of the main characters as they unfold. My favourite is still George. What a spunky kid!
December 5, 2024
It's pretty important to read the books in this series in order. Fortunately, I have and I prefer it when the author doesn't spend too much time on subsequent books rehashing the previous plots.
There is some suspense and violence, but not too much. Also, there's a lot going on with the characters' psyches but I won't go into that because I don't want to tell possible readers too much.
There is some suspense and violence, but not too much. Also, there's a lot going on with the characters' psyches but I won't go into that because I don't want to tell possible readers too much.
July 25, 2025
I love this series. There are a lot of connections between the characters. I enjoyed the development of George. You are supposed to learn from your mistakes so as not to repeat them. It becomes obvious that Mac has not done that. Of course, you cannot believe in coincidence when it comes to murder.
February 22, 2018
I had not read the previous books in this series, so I met all the characters without knowing their back stories. I enjoyed the book, but would have enjoyed it more had I understood motivation and behaviors a bit better. Will read more of the Rina Martin series now.
April 22, 2023
I thought book 3 was the weakest so far. This was the best - every character was their best. The storyline was strong (it is a small area - Karen and Peel could meet up) George was strong. More of their thoughts than in past books.
July 1, 2023
Good story
The back.story.has finally come full circle and the current mystery has more.that's and intrege!
I'm enjoying the addition of more characters and their sacred content to the story.
The back.story.has finally come full circle and the current mystery has more.that's and intrege!
I'm enjoying the addition of more characters and their sacred content to the story.
July 17, 2019
I love this series. If you like Agatha Christie and Patricia Wentworth, give these books a try. More about people than procedure, loving scenery descriptions, interesting stories.
December 11, 2021
Charming
I love the Rina Martin character and her merry band of tenants. Easy read but keeps your interest. I heartily recommend these books
I love the Rina Martin character and her merry band of tenants. Easy read but keeps your interest. I heartily recommend these books
December 25, 2021
Good fast paced plot - appears to still have the problem of Karen not solved.
Is there another sequel to this coming ?
Is there another sequel to this coming ?
January 2, 2022
A good series, best to read in order, to show the evolution of the characters.
January 6, 2022
The fourth book in this series doesn't disappoint. Steady pace and great characters.
January 7, 2022
Ok
Glad I read it . Not as good a the previous but still an ok read . Just a bit of an anti climax at the end really .
Glad I read it . Not as good a the previous but still an ok read . Just a bit of an anti climax at the end really .
January 10, 2022
A gripping story
A great read with many twists and turns. Plenty of action and interesting characters. I shall be reading the other books in the series
A great read with many twists and turns. Plenty of action and interesting characters. I shall be reading the other books in the series
January 19, 2022
Brilliant, gripping!
Thoroughly enjoy great read. Hopefully, there will be a Book 5. Love the characters. Did not want the book to end!!
Thoroughly enjoy great read. Hopefully, there will be a Book 5. Love the characters. Did not want the book to end!!
February 4, 2022
Complicate twists
Family, friends and love ones. Revenge and a little romance. Action, danger and twist at every turn. Loved the series
Family, friends and love ones. Revenge and a little romance. Action, danger and twist at every turn. Loved the series
February 5, 2022
Wonderful
This series is brilliant , the characters are really well written and enjoyable to read I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys crime .
This series is brilliant , the characters are really well written and enjoyable to read I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys crime .
February 28, 2022
"You had to name your fears if you were to have any hope of controlling them."
I'm so in luv with this cozy mystery series! Highly recommend to fans of this genre!
I'm so in luv with this cozy mystery series! Highly recommend to fans of this genre!
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