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Deed to Death
Real estate agent Toni Matthew's problems begin when her fiancé, Scott, is murdered. Having to bury the man she loves on the very day they planned to be married is almost more than Toni can take. Dealing with her loss becomes even harder when Scott's estranged brother, Brian, contests the will, threatening to take away her home. After learning Brian is in deep financial trouble, Toni suspects he may be the one who killed Scott. Determined to find the truth and frustrated with the police, she begins her own investigation. Toni soon realizes she didn't know her fiancé quite as well as she had thought. Scott had been keeping secrets. Secrets that make Toni the killer's next target.
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First published April 26, 2010
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D.B. Henson
1 book26 followersD.B. Henson was born and raised in the southern United States. Her love of reading began at age six when she was given the first book in the Trixie Belden Mystery series. Shortly thereafter, she began writing stories of her own.
A former real estate agent, D.B. most recently worked as the director of marketing for a construction company. During a slump in the housing market, D.B. made the decision to leave the construction industry and pursue her life-long dream of writing.
D.B. and her husband currently reside in Tennessee.
To learn more, visit the author's website at dbhenson.com
A former real estate agent, D.B. most recently worked as the director of marketing for a construction company. During a slump in the housing market, D.B. made the decision to leave the construction industry and pursue her life-long dream of writing.
D.B. and her husband currently reside in Tennessee.
To learn more, visit the author's website at dbhenson.com
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May 27, 2025
Twists galore
There is a lot going on in this story. You never quite know what to believe. Red Herrings, misdirection, assumptions, whatever the opposite of a red Herring is. It is all here!
It is a good story but the constant secrets and revels may not be for everyone. It moves along at a steady pace.
There is a lot going on in this story. You never quite know what to believe. Red Herrings, misdirection, assumptions, whatever the opposite of a red Herring is. It is all here!
It is a good story but the constant secrets and revels may not be for everyone. It moves along at a steady pace.
July 21, 2010
Three days before he's due to be married, architect Scott Chadwick plummets to his death from the top floor of the twelve-story hotel he is overseeing. His fiancée, Toni Matthews, is understandably devastated but more so when his death is ruled a suicide...
A gripping, fast-paced story written in the tight, no-fuss style I enjoy. The writing is polished, the plot intriguing. For me, though, the real strength of this book lies in the quiet suspense that builds from chapter one. In the scenes told from the point of view of the murdered man's estranged brother the suspense takes on a darker, moodier edge.
An impressive debut. I look forward to reading more from D B Henson.
A gripping, fast-paced story written in the tight, no-fuss style I enjoy. The writing is polished, the plot intriguing. For me, though, the real strength of this book lies in the quiet suspense that builds from chapter one. In the scenes told from the point of view of the murdered man's estranged brother the suspense takes on a darker, moodier edge.
An impressive debut. I look forward to reading more from D B Henson.
September 7, 2010
I admit it. I troll for .99 books on Amazon. I can't see paying what publishers charge for their ebooks. I just won't do it. The good thing about this is that I've discovered a lot of good indie authors (I am also an indie).
This book was more than I had hoped for. I write paranormal romance and read a lot of it, so I was needing a break from that genre for a little while. I'm so glad I found this book on Amazon. It's well written, with almost no grammatical or typographical errors (which are common in most indie books). The suspense was so good that I found myself carrying my Kindle around, reading even when I was brushing my teeth. I just couldn't put this book down. I almost always figure out "whodunit" before the end of a book, but I have to admit, I wasn't sure with this story.
This one is a winner. I was just disappointed that another book by D.B. Henson isn't available yet. :(
This book was more than I had hoped for. I write paranormal romance and read a lot of it, so I was needing a break from that genre for a little while. I'm so glad I found this book on Amazon. It's well written, with almost no grammatical or typographical errors (which are common in most indie books). The suspense was so good that I found myself carrying my Kindle around, reading even when I was brushing my teeth. I just couldn't put this book down. I almost always figure out "whodunit" before the end of a book, but I have to admit, I wasn't sure with this story.
This one is a winner. I was just disappointed that another book by D.B. Henson isn't available yet. :(
May 26, 2010
Has all the basic elements of a good thriller/mystery/suspense novel. A protagonist who is likeable. Well defined characters. A plausable plot. And last a plot where you don't see the twists coming for most of the book. Would recommend for those who like this genre.
November 2, 2010
Wow, what a great read! Deed to Death is an engaging mystery with more than a few people with motive to kill Scott. The author did a great job of creating a story line that kept me reading when I should have been doing other things. Toni’s investigation to solve the mystery of Scott’s death is well told and the day to day details are just right without being overwhelming. Throughout the book there were so many clever red herrings that it made it impossible for me to preconceive how the book was going to end, but everything tied together neatly at the end. I will be very interested to read what this author writes next.
September 8, 2010
I really enjoyed this book. The author kept me guessing right up until the end, which is great. I love a good murder mystery, and this book won't disappoint! The characters were fleshed out, and likeable, and the plot kept me reading until well into the morning. I hope the author hurries up with the next one!
June 25, 2010
When Toni's fiancé unexpectedly dies, she is not ready to accept the cause-of-death determined by the police. She launches her own investigation, and with the help of tools available to her as a real estate agent, manages to track down possible suspects. D. B. Henson's whodunit was a fun, quick and entertaining read. I look forward to the next book.
July 21, 2010
A real page turner. Suspense, with twists and turns galore. A great fast-paced read. You will be sucked in from the start.
March 11, 2019
Real estate agent Toni Matthews is in the final preparations for her wedding to fiancé Scott Chadwick when she receives the shocking news of his death. Instead of getting married, she finds herself planning his funeral. Devastated by this turn of events, she's equally furious at the rumors swirling around the circumstances of Scott's death. She sets aside her grief as best she can and concentrates on solving what she believes is his murder. Suspects abound as she tries to unravel his last days, placing herself in grave danger.
The plotline is intriguing and the action non-stop, but the dialog is a weak spot in this novel. The characters never sound natural; the narrative is much more enjoyable to read than the conversations. There were some red herrings to throw the reader off the trail, with the author building in plenty of twists and turns in the amateur investigation. I would say that the ending was not entirely predictable, and definitely satisfying. Good novel overall that would have been better with more natural dialog between characters.
The plotline is intriguing and the action non-stop, but the dialog is a weak spot in this novel. The characters never sound natural; the narrative is much more enjoyable to read than the conversations. There were some red herrings to throw the reader off the trail, with the author building in plenty of twists and turns in the amateur investigation. I would say that the ending was not entirely predictable, and definitely satisfying. Good novel overall that would have been better with more natural dialog between characters.
July 5, 2018
It's a murder mystery - imagine that! The plot contains about two too many twists for my tastes, but the central character is likable and engaging. Reads more like a movie script than a novel in places. I enjoyed the geographical and cultural references to Nashville and Middle Tennessee, and that's why I'm rating this 4 stars out of 5 instead of just 3.
August 16, 2023
HOLY. COW. Just when I knew who it was and Toni was at the end of the bread crumb trail there was another twist!! First off how could Jill do something like that to her friend?! And second HOW COULD MARK?! I just have no words for this!!!! I love that her relationship with Brian was able to bloom and that Scott will always be with her 🥺
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May 28, 2017
Exciting, twisting story of suspicion and murder. It kept me turning pages and I never saw the ending.
August 31, 2017
I loved reading Deed to Death.
It really held my interest.
It really held my interest.
March 18, 2018
The plot was interesting, but there was too much of Toni's internal self-talk.
February 14, 2020
Okay. A bit predictable
I love murder mystery novels so even though this one was predictable and felt like it's been done before, I still enjoyed it. Easy read.
I love murder mystery novels so even though this one was predictable and felt like it's been done before, I still enjoyed it. Easy read.
July 26, 2011
Standalone mystery with more twists and turns than a crooked mile once it gets going.
A few days before his wedding, Scott Chadwick goes to the top of a hotel his company is building and commits suicide. That is what the police tell Toni Matthews, and what her friends assure her was true. Scott, the man she knew so well and had planned a life with, was so despondent over the potential failure of his business that he took his own life. Toni does not believe them and she is determined to find out who killed Scott.
Was it Scott’s brother, who owed over two million dollars in libel damages because of an expose article he wrote? Was it Scott’s business partner, Clint Shore, who stands to gain the most from Scott’s death? Was it Nico Williams, who was at the site the morning Scott plunged to his death? Who among Scott’s friends, associates, and family killed him? The police do not believe Toni’s claim that Scott was murdered, but someone does; they are trying to kill her.
For her debut novel, D. B. Henson uses her own experience as a realtor working with construction companies to frame the murder that is central to Deed to Death. Henson knows the territory and uses it to good effect to create the why and how of Scott Chadwick’s death, and to give credence to Toni Matthews’ life outside of her relationship with her fiancé. At times, the details are a bit too much to carry the why of the mystery and are confusing when Toni attempts to unravel the details. Less would have been more in this case.
On the character side, Toni is well drawn and the picture she paints of Scott is complete with halo and golden light. Toni’s determination to keep hold of her vision of Scott in the face of so many lies, and the possibility that she did not know him at all, is admirable but unrealistic. Her one moment of anger is insufficient and superficial.
The rest of the cast is sketchy and provide little in the way of depth or texture. The characters are a watercolor background for Toni’s center stage performance and she wrings it for the very last drop of validation—from a distance.
There are plenty of twists, turns, and red herrings and the climax is satisfactory without being satisfying. Henson has the last word and offers a promise for the future that is all bright eyes and smiles, but lacks emotional punch. Given the flaws, Henson writes a story that is at first mundane and then shifts quickly into high gear with all the thrill of a summer blockbuster. The first half of the book is heavy with senseless action and needless description and picks up considerably in the second half.
Deed to Death is light without being filling and a good way to spend a summer afternoon. Henson’s debut is adequate with hints of more and better in the future as she moves away from familiar territory. In this instance, the mystery glass is definitely half full.
A few days before his wedding, Scott Chadwick goes to the top of a hotel his company is building and commits suicide. That is what the police tell Toni Matthews, and what her friends assure her was true. Scott, the man she knew so well and had planned a life with, was so despondent over the potential failure of his business that he took his own life. Toni does not believe them and she is determined to find out who killed Scott.
Was it Scott’s brother, who owed over two million dollars in libel damages because of an expose article he wrote? Was it Scott’s business partner, Clint Shore, who stands to gain the most from Scott’s death? Was it Nico Williams, who was at the site the morning Scott plunged to his death? Who among Scott’s friends, associates, and family killed him? The police do not believe Toni’s claim that Scott was murdered, but someone does; they are trying to kill her.
For her debut novel, D. B. Henson uses her own experience as a realtor working with construction companies to frame the murder that is central to Deed to Death. Henson knows the territory and uses it to good effect to create the why and how of Scott Chadwick’s death, and to give credence to Toni Matthews’ life outside of her relationship with her fiancé. At times, the details are a bit too much to carry the why of the mystery and are confusing when Toni attempts to unravel the details. Less would have been more in this case.
On the character side, Toni is well drawn and the picture she paints of Scott is complete with halo and golden light. Toni’s determination to keep hold of her vision of Scott in the face of so many lies, and the possibility that she did not know him at all, is admirable but unrealistic. Her one moment of anger is insufficient and superficial.
The rest of the cast is sketchy and provide little in the way of depth or texture. The characters are a watercolor background for Toni’s center stage performance and she wrings it for the very last drop of validation—from a distance.
There are plenty of twists, turns, and red herrings and the climax is satisfactory without being satisfying. Henson has the last word and offers a promise for the future that is all bright eyes and smiles, but lacks emotional punch. Given the flaws, Henson writes a story that is at first mundane and then shifts quickly into high gear with all the thrill of a summer blockbuster. The first half of the book is heavy with senseless action and needless description and picks up considerably in the second half.
Deed to Death is light without being filling and a good way to spend a summer afternoon. Henson’s debut is adequate with hints of more and better in the future as she moves away from familiar territory. In this instance, the mystery glass is definitely half full.
September 8, 2025
I picked this up based on an advertisement at the end of another audiobook. I should have known better...another thriller that doesn't thrill.
April 4, 2011
This book is D B Henson's first, and one I picked up a while ago as a freebie. Scott Chadwick is found dead on the site of a hotel his firm is building, having fallen from the top floor. Immediately it is treated as suicide, despite the fact he was due to marry in less than 72 hours time. The only person who questions this is fiancee Toni Matthews who is convinced he either fell or was pushed. Having buried her fiancee on the day she was supposed to be married she is determined to prove everyone wrong. However in her attempts to uncover what happened she puts herself in danger.
This felt like quite a short novel, I read it in a matter of hours over the course of one day, but it is a respectable length so I think this shows I found it an easy and enjoyable read. There were plenty of twists in the plot, and a myriad of suspects. As I read I came up with plenty of motives for the various characters and in some cases I was right, in others not so much.
I liked Toni, I could empathise with the position she was in, with friends and the Police all ignoring what she had to say but convinced she was on to something, and not knowing who to trust. I really wanted a happy ending for her, or at least as happy as possible in the circumstances. The other characters had much less depth but as the book is from her viewpoint and I knew understand their motivation it wasn't a big concern. Despite all the twists and turns the plot was easy to follow.
I liked the author's writing style, I didn't think there were a lot of words wasted with flowery descriptions of the surroundings, and this helped advance the story at a decent pace. In addition there were very few typos, which should go without saying but sadly not always the case with e-books.
This book wasn't challenging and I wasn't exactly blindsided by any of the revelations in the plot but it was a quick and easy read that I liked. The worst thing about the book was the slightly naff title!
This felt like quite a short novel, I read it in a matter of hours over the course of one day, but it is a respectable length so I think this shows I found it an easy and enjoyable read. There were plenty of twists in the plot, and a myriad of suspects. As I read I came up with plenty of motives for the various characters and in some cases I was right, in others not so much.
I liked Toni, I could empathise with the position she was in, with friends and the Police all ignoring what she had to say but convinced she was on to something, and not knowing who to trust. I really wanted a happy ending for her, or at least as happy as possible in the circumstances. The other characters had much less depth but as the book is from her viewpoint and I knew understand their motivation it wasn't a big concern. Despite all the twists and turns the plot was easy to follow.
I liked the author's writing style, I didn't think there were a lot of words wasted with flowery descriptions of the surroundings, and this helped advance the story at a decent pace. In addition there were very few typos, which should go without saying but sadly not always the case with e-books.
This book wasn't challenging and I wasn't exactly blindsided by any of the revelations in the plot but it was a quick and easy read that I liked. The worst thing about the book was the slightly naff title!
January 28, 2011
Okay, I finished it so I feel I can report on it. This was a first novel by D. B. Henson, so I have to give props and say good job for getting it done and getting it out there. That's a big accomplishment, and I want to give credit for that. The hard news is that I really don't think it was ready to be out there. I purchased this as a $.99 book for my Kindle, and I suppose for that price I should expect exactly the quality I received. The plot wasn't bad. I thought the author put forth the effort to create a workable plot for a murder mystery. The trouble here is in the delivery. The print version is somewhere around 300 pages, and I honestly feel that the first 150 could have been condensed to about 75. There was so much explanation of walking across rooms and looking at things. The vast majority of this descriptive prose did nothing to move the story forward. To edit it out would certainly have been addition by subtraction. Substantive action began to occur in the second half of the story, and that's where the writing became much better. In addition, condensing the wording would likely have removed some very awkward sentences. I cringed when I read a three sentence paragraph which used the word "she" five times, including three times in a single sentence. At that point I wanted to stop, but continued reading as a matter of principle. My greatest complaint with the writing is that nearly every action was written in a passive voice! "They HAD managed..." "She HAD met..." "...he HAD planted evidence..." On and on it went, and it became a constant irritant, the words coming between the story and me. Time and again my teachers and professors instructed me to use an active voice in my writing, and here I was shown exactly what happens when you ignore that advice. Ouch. In the end, I'm happy that Henson was able to finish the novel, I only wish that it had been given more editorial attention. I can't recommend it.
July 9, 2011
Toni Matthews is about to get married to her fiancé, Scott Chadwick. They are to get married tomorrow. Toni has a closing today. Toni is a real estate broker. Toni accidentally left her briefcase in Scott’s car. It has all the paperwork she needs for today’s deal. Toni has been trying to call Scott and he is not answering his cell phone. Toni decides to drive over to the new construction site that Scott is working at and pick up her briefcase. There are police cars and an ambulance at the site when Toni arrives. This is because Scott is dead. The police believe that Scott took a header off the top of the unfinished hotel that he was building. Toni does not believe that Scott would take his own life. Neither does Scott’s best friend, Mark Ross. Together Toni and Mark hope to uncover the real truth behind Scott’s death.
Deed for Death is more of a cozy mystery than a suspense/thriller mystery. The murder was brief, the plot didn’t have a lot of surprises…main female character falls for fiancé’s best friend, main suspect has to be the brother or relative that has lots of motive. The motive is pointed out step by step so that I am led to believe that it has to be the brother. Of course, I knew it was not the brother as it was the butler in the library with the candlestick. Ok all joking aside, you get what I mean by the fact that I would have liked the story line to be more original. Though, I do still enjoy a good cozy mystery every now and again. Deed for Death is a quick read. Author, D.B. Henson shows she can write. I am sure the next book will be better.
Deed for Death is more of a cozy mystery than a suspense/thriller mystery. The murder was brief, the plot didn’t have a lot of surprises…main female character falls for fiancé’s best friend, main suspect has to be the brother or relative that has lots of motive. The motive is pointed out step by step so that I am led to believe that it has to be the brother. Of course, I knew it was not the brother as it was the butler in the library with the candlestick. Ok all joking aside, you get what I mean by the fact that I would have liked the story line to be more original. Though, I do still enjoy a good cozy mystery every now and again. Deed for Death is a quick read. Author, D.B. Henson shows she can write. I am sure the next book will be better.
August 10, 2011
“Deed to Death” by D.B Henson, published by Touchstone Books.
Category – Mystery/Thriller
Toni Matthews is a successful real estate agent, and instead of being married this week-end, she is attending her fiancé’s funeral
Scott Chadwick is successful architect and is found dead on one of his construction sites. The death is ruled a suicide.
Toni does not believe this and tries to convince everyone that Scott was murdered; unfortunately not even the police feel the need to open an investigation.
Toni decides that she will conduct her own investigation and gets in way over her head. She is confronted by Scott’s younger brother Brian who is filing suit against her for Scott’s possessions. She is trying to locate a worker by the name of Nico who was at the construction site the day of Scott’s death. She also is looking for a young woman by the name of Gloria who purports to be Scott’s lover and has told the police that Scott was in financial trouble and talked about committing suicide.
A slick mystery that will keep the reader interested and wondering who and what will happen next. There is no end to the people that Toni trusts and then finds out that trust may have been misplaced. She must also overcome several attempts on her life.
A book that really will appeal to the reader who wants a “soft” mystery that does not have a lot of violence in it.
Category – Mystery/Thriller
Toni Matthews is a successful real estate agent, and instead of being married this week-end, she is attending her fiancé’s funeral
Scott Chadwick is successful architect and is found dead on one of his construction sites. The death is ruled a suicide.
Toni does not believe this and tries to convince everyone that Scott was murdered; unfortunately not even the police feel the need to open an investigation.
Toni decides that she will conduct her own investigation and gets in way over her head. She is confronted by Scott’s younger brother Brian who is filing suit against her for Scott’s possessions. She is trying to locate a worker by the name of Nico who was at the construction site the day of Scott’s death. She also is looking for a young woman by the name of Gloria who purports to be Scott’s lover and has told the police that Scott was in financial trouble and talked about committing suicide.
A slick mystery that will keep the reader interested and wondering who and what will happen next. There is no end to the people that Toni trusts and then finds out that trust may have been misplaced. She must also overcome several attempts on her life.
A book that really will appeal to the reader who wants a “soft” mystery that does not have a lot of violence in it.
August 17, 2011
Not a bad mystery, but I found the writing a bit rough. It wasn't terrible, but it could have been better.
The plot itself was well done-- lots and lots of twists and turns, so that neither you nor Toni are ever quite sure where things stand. This was by far the strength of the book, and if that's why you read mysteries, check this one out.
My biggest problem with Deed to Death is related to all of the twists and turns of the plot. I never felt I got to know any of the secondary characters, because there was always something between Toni and even her best friends. The situation kept changing, and Toni was once again on her own.
With all of that happening, I should have felt I know Toni well, but I didn't. Her character felt flat, and without the excuse of the twists and turns interfering with my perceptions of her.
And this takes me to the writing. I don't read for the writing, but the writing has to deliver the story and the characters. While this isn't the kind of writing that gets in the way of the story, it also never really delivers the kind of flow that sweeps me into the world of the book.
In the end, I liked the book, but not as much as I'd hoped.
The plot itself was well done-- lots and lots of twists and turns, so that neither you nor Toni are ever quite sure where things stand. This was by far the strength of the book, and if that's why you read mysteries, check this one out.
My biggest problem with Deed to Death is related to all of the twists and turns of the plot. I never felt I got to know any of the secondary characters, because there was always something between Toni and even her best friends. The situation kept changing, and Toni was once again on her own.
With all of that happening, I should have felt I know Toni well, but I didn't. Her character felt flat, and without the excuse of the twists and turns interfering with my perceptions of her.
And this takes me to the writing. I don't read for the writing, but the writing has to deliver the story and the characters. While this isn't the kind of writing that gets in the way of the story, it also never really delivers the kind of flow that sweeps me into the world of the book.
In the end, I liked the book, but not as much as I'd hoped.
March 22, 2013
This mystery suspense thriller begins with a real estate agent, Toni Matthews, discovering that her fiancé has been found dead in what is believed to be a suicide by everyone, everyone but Toni. She begins an effort to prove his death was not an accident nor was it suicide and in doing so learns some uncomfortable truths about her fiancé. She battles through doubts and presses forward with her own investigation. As she gets too close to the truth her own life is at risk.
Throughout the story Ms. Henson keeps the reader guessing with red herrings, potential motives and several suspects. I am fairly good at sniffing out perpetrators in mystery novels but Ms. Henson kept me guessing. She brings her story to a satisfactory and believable conclusion.
This is a page-turner and a fast ready. If you like thrillers that include a mystery, you’ll love this story.
Throughout the story Ms. Henson keeps the reader guessing with red herrings, potential motives and several suspects. I am fairly good at sniffing out perpetrators in mystery novels but Ms. Henson kept me guessing. She brings her story to a satisfactory and believable conclusion.
This is a page-turner and a fast ready. If you like thrillers that include a mystery, you’ll love this story.
January 15, 2011
I stumbled upon this book by accident while conducting my own experiment of Kindle books under $2.00.
The synopsis intrigued me and the story definitely delivered. I completely enjoyed DB Henson's story from start to finish. The descriptive language enveloped me and put me directly into the story so I felt a part of the action instead of just a casual observer. Although it started a bit slow for me, the pace quickly livened and didn't let me slow down for another minute afterward.
I will definitely be looking for more offerings by this author in the near future. I highly recommend this book for anyone who enjoyes mystery, suspense thrillers!
The synopsis intrigued me and the story definitely delivered. I completely enjoyed DB Henson's story from start to finish. The descriptive language enveloped me and put me directly into the story so I felt a part of the action instead of just a casual observer. Although it started a bit slow for me, the pace quickly livened and didn't let me slow down for another minute afterward.
I will definitely be looking for more offerings by this author in the near future. I highly recommend this book for anyone who enjoyes mystery, suspense thrillers!
July 25, 2011
Real estate agent, Toni Matthews is about to be married to architect Scott Chadwick, when he jumps off the building he was working and kills himself. Toni doesn’t believe it was suicide and becomes obsessed with finding out the truth. The closer she gets to an answer, the more danger she is in. Did his estranged brother murder him or was Scott really in a financial mess?
For a first novel, this is not a bad read. It is quick and I enjoyed the plot which kept me going, but it needed more. Some of the descriptions need to be trimmed and the dialogue spruced up. I really felt for Toni as she is a likable character.
For a first novel, this is not a bad read. It is quick and I enjoyed the plot which kept me going, but it needed more. Some of the descriptions need to be trimmed and the dialogue spruced up. I really felt for Toni as she is a likable character.
September 26, 2012
This was an easy read and a decent mystery, but nothing spectacular. It's hard for me to define what I think is the difference between a good and a great mystery. I don't know if it's how real the characters become to me or how well the mystery progresses.
As the story continued, I kept reading because I really wanted to know who was responsible for the fiance's death and there were many suspects, but I felt like I was being pulled around by a string. I guess the best way to say it was it felt contrived.
All in all a good debut novel. Perfect for the beach or if you just need something light and easy.
As the story continued, I kept reading because I really wanted to know who was responsible for the fiance's death and there were many suspects, but I felt like I was being pulled around by a string. I guess the best way to say it was it felt contrived.
All in all a good debut novel. Perfect for the beach or if you just need something light and easy.
October 21, 2010
I don't have a lot of time for reading these days, so if a book doesn't catch my attention early on and keep me interested, I put it down and find one that will. Well, trust me, DB Henson's Deed to Death grabbed me by the gills and wouldn't let go. Henson has expertly woven an intricate plot of a woman determined to prove her fiance's death is a murder, not a suicide. The beauty, for me, is that Henson does this without throwing too many characters in the mix and confusing the reader. A page turner from page one, I absolutely recommend this book.
November 23, 2010
D.B. Henson has crafted a smart, intelligent, compelling story that grabs you immediately and takes you on a wild ride. Twists aplenty await, and although some are pretty obvious, there are a few surprises that really tickle the imagination and more than enough to keep you guessing. The characters are fleshed out well, and you are able to easily identify with the steely resolve and emotional strength of the heroine as she navigates herself through the mystery and unfolding drama. Thoroughly enjoyable.
August 8, 2014
The Author of Deed To Death created a strong heroine in Toni Matthews.Toni was given qualities of determination and emotional strength.Strengths she needed to endure the murder of her fiancée and
a co-worker who was murdered because someone thought it was Toni.It was a difficult realization that someone she knew or was possibly related to was responsible for these heinous crimes.Her diverse group of friends and co-workers and those of her murdered fiancée are eliminated from suspicion one by one.Maybe you can figure out who the murderer is before the end of the book??
a co-worker who was murdered because someone thought it was Toni.It was a difficult realization that someone she knew or was possibly related to was responsible for these heinous crimes.Her diverse group of friends and co-workers and those of her murdered fiancée are eliminated from suspicion one by one.Maybe you can figure out who the murderer is before the end of the book??
October 26, 2010
Okay, I've got to admit. I was all over the place in my guessing of "who done it." Who's innocent? Who's not? What's going on?
There was one character in the book who knew more about Toni, our main character than she/he should have for the extent of time he/she knew her. Even with that little bit, "Deed to Death" is an engaging mystery with more than a few people with motive to kill Scott.
Worth the read.
There was one character in the book who knew more about Toni, our main character than she/he should have for the extent of time he/she knew her. Even with that little bit, "Deed to Death" is an engaging mystery with more than a few people with motive to kill Scott.
Worth the read.
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