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Meg Reed Investigates #3
Silenced in the Surf
Covering a windsurfing competition should have been a breeze for reporter Meg Reed, but with a killer in the curl, she’s headed for rough waters…
Hood River in the Columbia River Gorge is the windsurfing capital of the world, and Meg is stoked to cover the King of the Hook event for Portland’s Northwest Extreme magazine. Before the competition gets under way, Meg has a chance to try some windsurfing on her own. But when the current sweeps her downriver, she spots a body snagged on the rocks. The dead man is Justin Cruise, aka Cruise Control, a celebrity windsurfer and not exactly a nice guy. It’s soon clear his death was no accident, and Cruise had no shortage of enemies. As Meg dives right in to discover who wiped out the windsurfer, she’ll need to keep her balance—or she too may get blown away.
PRAISE FOR SCENE OF THE CLIMB
“A splendid overview of the greater Portland and Columbia River Gorge region, perfect for travel buffs. Her protagonist shows promise with her determined attitude and moxie.”
—Library Journal
“A fun, terrific adventure.”—Suspense Magazine
INCLUDES ADVENTURE GUIDES!
Hood River in the Columbia River Gorge is the windsurfing capital of the world, and Meg is stoked to cover the King of the Hook event for Portland’s Northwest Extreme magazine. Before the competition gets under way, Meg has a chance to try some windsurfing on her own. But when the current sweeps her downriver, she spots a body snagged on the rocks. The dead man is Justin Cruise, aka Cruise Control, a celebrity windsurfer and not exactly a nice guy. It’s soon clear his death was no accident, and Cruise had no shortage of enemies. As Meg dives right in to discover who wiped out the windsurfer, she’ll need to keep her balance—or she too may get blown away.
PRAISE FOR SCENE OF THE CLIMB
“A splendid overview of the greater Portland and Columbia River Gorge region, perfect for travel buffs. Her protagonist shows promise with her determined attitude and moxie.”
—Library Journal
“A fun, terrific adventure.”—Suspense Magazine
INCLUDES ADVENTURE GUIDES!
352 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published March 29, 2016
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About the author
Kate E. Dyer-Seeley
8 books388 followersKate Dyer-Seeley writes the Pacific Northwest Mystery Series for Kensington Publishing, featuring the rugged landscapes of the PNW and a young journalist who bills herself as an intrepid adventurer in order to land a gig writing for Northwest Extreme.
Kate also writes the Bakeshop Mysteries (St. Martin's Press) under the pen name Ellie Alexander.
The first three books in the series, SCENE OF THE CLIMB, SLAYED ON THE SLOPES, SILENCED IN THE SURF, and FIRST DEGREE MUDDER are available now. IN CAVE DANGER coming November 2017.
“Dyer-Seeley's debut fits squarely in the newer subniche that can be called ‘extreme cozy,’ meaning it's a good mix for younger readers who like traditional mysteries but want a little more action or edginess. The author provides a splendid overview of the greater Portland and Columbia River Gorge region, perfect for travel buffs. Her freshly graduated bumbling protagonist shows promise with her determined attitude and moxie.” – Library Journal
Kate lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and son, where you can find her hitting the trail, at an artisan coffee shop, or at her favorite pub. Better yet—at all three.
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Kate also writes the Bakeshop Mysteries (St. Martin's Press) under the pen name Ellie Alexander.
The first three books in the series, SCENE OF THE CLIMB, SLAYED ON THE SLOPES, SILENCED IN THE SURF, and FIRST DEGREE MUDDER are available now. IN CAVE DANGER coming November 2017.
“Dyer-Seeley's debut fits squarely in the newer subniche that can be called ‘extreme cozy,’ meaning it's a good mix for younger readers who like traditional mysteries but want a little more action or edginess. The author provides a splendid overview of the greater Portland and Columbia River Gorge region, perfect for travel buffs. Her freshly graduated bumbling protagonist shows promise with her determined attitude and moxie.” – Library Journal
Kate lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and son, where you can find her hitting the trail, at an artisan coffee shop, or at her favorite pub. Better yet—at all three.
Web: http://www.katedyerseeley.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/katedyerseeley
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April 6, 2016
This is the third installment in the Pacific Northwest Mystery series by author Kate Dyer-Seeley. This series has been on my to be read list for a while but for whatever reason I had not yet gotten around to bumping to the top of the pile. Because I haven't read the first two books I was a little hesitant but once I started the story, the author pulled me right in from the opening pages. I didn't feel that I was missing out on a lot by not having read the first two books, but that being said I think it would be nice if you had read them so you can see how the characters progress and maybe get a bit of the back story about the relationship between some of the characters.
This is a well written book that has a great pace and flows nicely. The author has a wonderful descriptive style that draws the reader in and paints wonderful pictures of the town, the river and the action of the sport that Meg is there to cover. The mystery is solid with plenty of twists, turns and maybe a few surprises.
If you read my reviews, you will know that while I like a good mystery, what really draws me in and keeps me coming back are the characters. This book is full of wonderful characters. Meg is smart, spunky and independent. All of the secondary characters are really great, but I have to say my favorite is Meg's grandmother who she calls Gam.
When I finished the book, I walked away having read solid mystery that kept me engaged with wonderful writing and likable characters. And, I was surprised to learn that this author also writes under the pseudonym Ellie Alexander. I love the Bakeshop Mystery series and as I reflected on the book I could see the similarities in the writing style and the character development.
I received an ARC of this book from the publisher through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This in now way influenced my review and the thoughts expressed are my own.
This is a well written book that has a great pace and flows nicely. The author has a wonderful descriptive style that draws the reader in and paints wonderful pictures of the town, the river and the action of the sport that Meg is there to cover. The mystery is solid with plenty of twists, turns and maybe a few surprises.
If you read my reviews, you will know that while I like a good mystery, what really draws me in and keeps me coming back are the characters. This book is full of wonderful characters. Meg is smart, spunky and independent. All of the secondary characters are really great, but I have to say my favorite is Meg's grandmother who she calls Gam.
When I finished the book, I walked away having read solid mystery that kept me engaged with wonderful writing and likable characters. And, I was surprised to learn that this author also writes under the pseudonym Ellie Alexander. I love the Bakeshop Mystery series and as I reflected on the book I could see the similarities in the writing style and the character development.
I received an ARC of this book from the publisher through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This in now way influenced my review and the thoughts expressed are my own.
July 10, 2019
Every time I read a book in this series, it makes me even more anxious to read the next. The main murder always gets taken care of, but the suspense surrounding Meg's father's death ten years ago after working on a drug expose keeps getting more intense. This time, her friend Matt was digging into the old case, and Meg's boss Greg told her that he was on someone's radar and should stop.
I know this will all be explained by the time I read the last book, since the series was discontinued. I did hear somewhere online that everything was wrapped up by the final book. I have suspicions of my own about Meg's dad and can't wait to get a chance to read the next book. It should be soon (I hope!) or at least this summer. After listening to her grandma Gam's advice about love requiring radical acts sometimes, it left us with a bit of a cliffhanger. Luckily, there is a little preview from the next book!
I know this will all be explained by the time I read the last book, since the series was discontinued. I did hear somewhere online that everything was wrapped up by the final book. I have suspicions of my own about Meg's dad and can't wait to get a chance to read the next book. It should be soon (I hope!) or at least this summer. After listening to her grandma Gam's advice about love requiring radical acts sometimes, it left us with a bit of a cliffhanger. Luckily, there is a little preview from the next book!
January 6, 2020
3 stars
Again Meg doesn't solve the crime, but she got a little closer and the killer doesn't have to convince her, so that's a little bit better. Some things I dislike about the series
While I like all the characters, Gam is starting to
Last thing and the reason this is a three star book instead of four is
Cozies Reading Challenge
Again Meg doesn't solve the crime, but she got a little closer and the killer doesn't have to convince her, so that's a little bit better. Some things I dislike about the series
While I like all the characters, Gam is starting to
Last thing and the reason this is a three star book instead of four is
Cozies Reading Challenge
January 6, 2020
3 stars
Again Meg doesn't solve the crime, but she got a little closer and the killer doesn't have to convince her, so that's a little bit better. Some things I dislike about the series
While I like all the characters, Gam is starting to
Last thing and the reason this is a three star book instead of four is
Cozies Reading Challenge
Again Meg doesn't solve the crime, but she got a little closer and the killer doesn't have to convince her, so that's a little bit better. Some things I dislike about the series
While I like all the characters, Gam is starting to
Last thing and the reason this is a three star book instead of four is
Cozies Reading Challenge
February 6, 2017
Meg’s latest assignment in the annual windsurfing competition on the Hood River. She hopes this is a sport she can actually learn, but strong winds blow her away from the rest of the other reporters early one morning, and she discovers the dead body of Justin, the star of the windsurfing world. Justin was also a jerk, but who actually wanted him dead?
I really found this particular sport to be a fun hook into the mystery. The pacing was a little off, but there are still plenty of clues, viable suspects, and red herrings to keep us entertained. The ongoing story about Meg’s father is advancing very slowly. I hope we get some answers on that soon. The characters are good, series regulars and new ones, although I do find Meg’s grandmother way out there with her New Age beliefs and wish that were toned down some. Still, overall, I enjoyed this book.
Read my full review at Carstairs Considers.
I really found this particular sport to be a fun hook into the mystery. The pacing was a little off, but there are still plenty of clues, viable suspects, and red herrings to keep us entertained. The ongoing story about Meg’s father is advancing very slowly. I hope we get some answers on that soon. The characters are good, series regulars and new ones, although I do find Meg’s grandmother way out there with her New Age beliefs and wish that were toned down some. Still, overall, I enjoyed this book.
Read my full review at Carstairs Considers.
October 24, 2019
In this Meg Reed Pacific Northwest Mystery, Meg is in Hood River, OR covering a windsurfing competition. Picturesque Columbia Gorge setting, an unlikely conflict between surfer types and Dungeon and Dragon nerds, and lots of New Agey stuff with Meg’s “Gam” (gratuitous and not very relevant to the actual story). Discussions of Meg’s personal and professional life take precedence to the murder mystery and the solution does not feel neatly tied up. Ongoing clues and unresolved questions about the disapperance (or murder?) of Meg’s newspaper reporter father “Pops” also take up part of the narrative. Useful travel guide information is included in the section at the end of the book with interesting local tips.
November 6, 2018
Another brilliant installment by Kate E. Dyer-Seeley, I am glad to be back reading about Meg!
This Summer in Portland is hot and sticky and Meg jumps at the chance to get away from the city and cool down, more to the point for the first time she actually may know something about the sport she is covering (well not really she was a swimmer not a windsurfer, but hey ... to do with water ... right?), the problems though kick off fairly quickly when she sees the winner of previous windsurfing competitions hassling a local business owner (granted the business is, in Meg's view, a little quirky being a gaming store, but still the hassling and hazing shouldn't be happening). Things only go down hill for Meg from there on in when early one morning (during a windsurfing lesson) she finds a dead body, the body of the same man she saw attacking the business. Now with a raft of suspects Meg needs to keep her head above water and figure out what happened ... and why!
This Summer in Portland is hot and sticky and Meg jumps at the chance to get away from the city and cool down, more to the point for the first time she actually may know something about the sport she is covering (well not really she was a swimmer not a windsurfer, but hey ... to do with water ... right?), the problems though kick off fairly quickly when she sees the winner of previous windsurfing competitions hassling a local business owner (granted the business is, in Meg's view, a little quirky being a gaming store, but still the hassling and hazing shouldn't be happening). Things only go down hill for Meg from there on in when early one morning (during a windsurfing lesson) she finds a dead body, the body of the same man she saw attacking the business. Now with a raft of suspects Meg needs to keep her head above water and figure out what happened ... and why!
March 29, 2016
The erratic winds of the Columbia River Gorge garner Meg Reed's windsurf board and separated it from the other boards. Meg tries desperately to control the device as she slept down the river. Meg sees a body struck on the rocky shore, thus starts the fast-moving pace of this book. The descriptions of the area are first class and you feel the tensions of a major competition. The body turns out to be Jason Cruise, a champion surfboarder. This causes a media storm with Meg and friends caught in the middle. There are several subplots being carried along and no resolution on any of them. At times, I wasn't sure which plot I was reading. A pleasant read.
Disclosure: I received a free copy from Kensington Books through NetGalley for an honest review. I would like to thank them for this opportunity to read and review the book. The opinions are my own.
Disclosure: I received a free copy from Kensington Books through NetGalley for an honest review. I would like to thank them for this opportunity to read and review the book. The opinions are my own.
May 4, 2019
Once again I was absolutely drawn in by the writing. Meg travels to Hood River to cover the big windsurfing event, King of the Hook. She is excited to get out of hot Portland and write her piece for Northwest Extreme. What should be smooth sailing quickly turns into rough water as Meg once again finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation. It's not her fault she keeps finding dead bodies while on assignment. Now instead of just covering the competition, she is asking questions about Justin Cruise despite warnings from Gam's boyfriend Sheriff Daniels. As if that wasn't hard enough, she also adds juggling her feelings for her friend Matt. Jill is also in on the action and helps make for a great tale. Add is some surprising warnings from her boss Greg and some disturbing discoveries by Matt and Meg is headed toward one wild ride. The writing is fantastic and I couldn't put the book down especially as the rough water moved beyond the beach. Highly recommend trying out this series.
April 21, 2017
This might be my favorite series ever. Meg is thrown into another murder investigation while reporting for a windsurfing competition and once again has her friends and grandma to help her get through it. Its been slowly building up to her finding out what really happened to her dad, but its not there yet which makes me have to keep reading. I really like that this cozy mystery will also appeal to even younger readers because there are always current references and terms thrown in. You also really get a feel for the character personalities and I practically feel like they are real people. I can relate to Meg and her friends always meeting up to have a drink at a local brewery and talk about craft beer. This series has just been so cool with it taking place in Oregon, all the outdoor adventure mysteries, some romance, very detailed descriptions of the local attractions, and brewery stops.
February 22, 2025
This was a disappointing read. I didn't care for any of the characters, especially Meg and her ridiculously new agey grandmother. The main mystery was also only partially solved. Meg suspects the killer, but they are never brought to justice. Finally, I didn't appreciate the stereotyping of gamers as social misfits who don't shower.
March 6, 2023
This was the first of Kate Dyer-Seeley's PNW mysteries in which I was able to correctly guess the identity of the killer before the big reveal! Feeling proud of myself :)
March 29, 2016
Silenced in the Surf by Kate E. Dyer-Seeley is the third book in A Pacific Northwest Mystery series. May Reed is a journalist with Northwest Extreme in Portland, Oregon. They are currently experiencing a heat wave. So when the assignment came up to cover King of the Hook in Hood River (surfing and windsurfing competition), Oregon, Meg jumped at the opportunity (to cool off in the water at the beach). The only rental she could find was a three bedroom house, so Meg invites her bestie, Jill and boyfriend (sort-of), Matt to come along for the weekend. Meg gets an opportunity for a lesson (on a surfboard with a sail) with other reporters. Justin Cruise shows up and shows off some of his tricks (Justin is the number one competitor and first-class jerk). Meg gets separated from the group during the lesson and winds up on the other side of the river where she sees a body floating face down. She turns the body over and it is Justin Cruise. Who wanted him dead (besides the number two competitor)? Meg cannot help but investigate the case (she has a curious nature) despite being told to stay out of hit by Sheriff Daniels (who is dating Meg's grandmother, Gam), Matt, and her boss, Greg. Will Meg be able to find the killer, complete her assignment, and stay out of trouble?
Silenced in the Surf is my least favorite book in A Pacific Northwest Mystery series. The mystery was so simple that a child could solve it. There were also very few clues provided in the book. The book's focus did not seem to be on the murder. More time was devoted to surfing (and other water sports), beer (ale), crystals and healing energy (thanks to Gam), and Meg not taking care of herself in the sun. I also thought it was odd that Meg, as a reporter, did not write up the story about Justin. She had a unique point-of-view and could have sold her story (that she wrote) to any newspaper (but she never even attempted it). One thing that has gone on too long is Meg's investigation into her father's death. It has been going on since the beginning and has not really advanced (we get like one clue per book). It is time to wrap up that particular storyline instead of dragging it out further. I give Silenced in the Surf 3 out of 5 stars. It is just okay (which is a shame). I was not a fan of Meg in this book. Meg is actually bitter that she has a great job and lives on her own when other people her age are job hopping and still living with her parents (does this make any sense). I am not sure if I will continue with this series.
I received a complimentary copy of Silenced in the Surf from NetGalley (and the publisher) in exchange for an honest review of the novel.
Silenced in the Surf is my least favorite book in A Pacific Northwest Mystery series. The mystery was so simple that a child could solve it. There were also very few clues provided in the book. The book's focus did not seem to be on the murder. More time was devoted to surfing (and other water sports), beer (ale), crystals and healing energy (thanks to Gam), and Meg not taking care of herself in the sun. I also thought it was odd that Meg, as a reporter, did not write up the story about Justin. She had a unique point-of-view and could have sold her story (that she wrote) to any newspaper (but she never even attempted it). One thing that has gone on too long is Meg's investigation into her father's death. It has been going on since the beginning and has not really advanced (we get like one clue per book). It is time to wrap up that particular storyline instead of dragging it out further. I give Silenced in the Surf 3 out of 5 stars. It is just okay (which is a shame). I was not a fan of Meg in this book. Meg is actually bitter that she has a great job and lives on her own when other people her age are job hopping and still living with her parents (does this make any sense). I am not sure if I will continue with this series.
I received a complimentary copy of Silenced in the Surf from NetGalley (and the publisher) in exchange for an honest review of the novel.
December 6, 2020
I cant say too much because its the 3rd in a series but I can talk about the mystery.
I loved that this took place on the water. I was always interested in wind surfing.It looks so much fun and hard to do at the same time. The way Kate E. Dyer-Seeley describes Meg's time out on the water it was so realistic and fun and terrifying to read at the same time lol. The characters were all interesting and their backstory was sad. It was a great read.
I loved that this took place on the water. I was always interested in wind surfing.It looks so much fun and hard to do at the same time. The way Kate E. Dyer-Seeley describes Meg's time out on the water it was so realistic and fun and terrifying to read at the same time lol. The characters were all interesting and their backstory was sad. It was a great read.
April 22, 2016
Loved, loved, loved it! All my favourites in one: outdoors, adventure, sports and mystery! Even though I very much enjoyed the previous mysteries in the series I think this one was even better....and the next one in the series is already pre-ordered :)
May 18, 2017
I really love this series, and this book doesn't disappoint. Meg is a fun heroine, with strengths and flaws that make her believable and allow her to grow as a person. Dyer-Seeley paints a vivid picture of the sports and the environment. Though I've never been to the Pacific Northwest, I feel as though I'm there when I'm reading her books. I enjoy the unique story lines in each book, with each one focusing on a different sport--in this case windsurfing--which I know nothing about but feel as though I'm learning right along with Meg. But I also feel like Dyer-Seeley includes layers of mysteries in this book. In this case, there is the main plot of who killed Justin, but there is also the ongoing mysteries of what really happened to Meg's dad? What's going on with Meg's boss, Greg? And in this book, I feel that the tension between Meg and her friend Matt turns into more of mystery along the lines of "What's going on with Matt?" I eagerly look forward to the next installment to find out some of these answers and also to learn about a new sport and how Meg deals with it! I am so happy that I was introduced to this series of cozy mysteries!
September 24, 2023
Cover art bait-and-switch: this had a beautiful cover with windsurfers gliding and flying down a fast-flowing river into the sunset. But the story was horrific consisting mostly pre-teen drama about crushes on handsome guys, descriptions of the hot and humid weather to the point where Meg got heat stroke, and a dead body in the river determined to be homicide but not solved. There is no action about windsurfing; the closest Meg gets is an introductory lesson which she fails and has to be rescued. If you are into genre about boyfriend crushes where any action by a guy can be (mis)interpreted and lead to pain and angst, this is for you. If you are into murder mysteries where the emphasis is on getting in and out of dangerous predicaments, investigating suspicious characters and solving the crime, this is NOT for you.
Lesson: the more beautiful the cover art, the more horrific the story line and writing. I purchased all five in this series at the used book sale based on the covers, and I read three, but they got progressively worse. I am not going to read the last two and donating them back to the bookstore.
Lesson: the more beautiful the cover art, the more horrific the story line and writing. I purchased all five in this series at the used book sale based on the covers, and I read three, but they got progressively worse. I am not going to read the last two and donating them back to the bookstore.
November 16, 2017
One of a small group of mysteries, in which reporter, Meg, somehow becomes involved. In this tale, she finds the body of Justin Cruise, the best-known windsurfer on the first day of a major windsurfing contest set in the Columbia River Gorge. If you want to learn more about this area, read this book. It accurately describes the area.
Friends of Meg help her try to solve the mystery, but by the end of the book, we still aren't sure who did it--though there are numerous clues--or why. Also tantalizing are some clues regarding the death of Meg's father, also a reporter, who'd gone undercover to get to the bottom of a meth epidemic.
Being forced to read the next book in what seems to be a series in order to find out what happened has never set well with me. Nevertheless, if you like mysteries, you may enjoy this story and all it reveals about Portlandia and the Gorge. The setting is a much a character in this story as are the humans who inhabit it.
Friends of Meg help her try to solve the mystery, but by the end of the book, we still aren't sure who did it--though there are numerous clues--or why. Also tantalizing are some clues regarding the death of Meg's father, also a reporter, who'd gone undercover to get to the bottom of a meth epidemic.
Being forced to read the next book in what seems to be a series in order to find out what happened has never set well with me. Nevertheless, if you like mysteries, you may enjoy this story and all it reveals about Portlandia and the Gorge. The setting is a much a character in this story as are the humans who inhabit it.
March 21, 2023
Disappointing; just barely three stars. Way too much of this book involved Meg's angst over her relationships: with Matt, her potential boyfriend; with Greg, her boss; with Jill, her best friend; and with her mother. But when a surfer is killed during an event she's covering, and she finds the body, Meg seeks out clues despite all the warnings she is given, behaving quite immaturely. And then there is the continuing mystery of what happened to her father . . .
July 24, 2023
Hummmm...I have been reading this series and enjoying it, but hit a snag in #3. The author's treatment of the Gamers and their cosplay shop is really not ok. It hit a low point in chapter 17 when the author writes that the "nerds" are such "easy targets" that the bullying they suffer is understandable and some how deserved. Wow! Really? Disrespecting people for their size, weight, hobbies?? Thought we were past that - even in 2016 when the book was written.
I will try a few more chapters and hope our main character realizes how much of a bigot she is being and changes her ways...otherwise it's bye-bye to the series. 😞
I will try a few more chapters and hope our main character realizes how much of a bigot she is being and changes her ways...otherwise it's bye-bye to the series. 😞
July 4, 2017
This was another amazing adventure with Meg and crew. I loved the fast paced mystery and the questions that kept coming. There was so much going on that kept you turning pages and staying awake for just one more chapter. I also really loved how so much still happened after the mystery was solved...which, of course, led to more mystery. And now I also have to plan a trip to Hood River to watch some windsurfing! I can't wait for the next book!
January 20, 2021
I enjoy this series a lot. This may be my favorite one so far. I've never seen wind surfing before, so I looked up some video as I read the book. I like that these books are set in real places and that the author gives suggestions at the end about visiting the sites in her books. I did not guess the murderer in this one, so that's always a plus. The characters are all coming to a big change in their lives by the end of this one. I need to read the next one soon.
January 23, 2021
I have read several of these books and have enjoyed them They take place in and around the Portland, OR area. She does a great job of including the "real" communities into her stories. I have been to Hood River many a time and have actually been into several of the places she mentions. I can picture where the characters are. Pretty much why I read all the Beaumont series by J.A. Jance.
July 9, 2017
Well written mystery with a suspect you didn't expect. Going to Hood River to cover a windsurfing contest, the last thing she expected to find was a dead body. Groupies , competitors, and ex-girlfriends are some of the suspects.
November 18, 2017
Wonderful book
I really have enjoyed this series! As a PNW girl it’s fun to read a story that’s based around here. I love the story line and it’s a fun clean book. I can’t wait for the next one!
I really have enjoyed this series! As a PNW girl it’s fun to read a story that’s based around here. I love the story line and it’s a fun clean book. I can’t wait for the next one!
November 13, 2018
A report for an outdoor magazine is covering a windsurfing competition on the Hood River in the Columbia River Gorge. She finds the favored winner floating in the river. Accident or murder?
Interesting setting - interesting sport.
Interesting setting - interesting sport.
June 1, 2019
There really isn't surf on the Columbia river, but okay. The author is sliding more and more into virginal romance/girly clothes genre and leaving the cozy mystery part behind. It was cute and a quick read, but not as much fun as the first two books.
February 9, 2020
Hmmmm.
The murder was not solved, the love interest disappeared with a mysterious note, and I kept expecting the opening cliffhanger to be a second scene. Apparently it was part of another scene, I am still not sure.
The book has some nice strengths but I am not sure I can recommend it.
The murder was not solved, the love interest disappeared with a mysterious note, and I kept expecting the opening cliffhanger to be a second scene. Apparently it was part of another scene, I am still not sure.
The book has some nice strengths but I am not sure I can recommend it.
January 12, 2021
Compared to the first two books in the series, this one was boring in comparison. Even when confronting the “killer”. Also no real ending, left off with lots of unanswered questions about the current situation.
January 23, 2018
Love her description of the Gorge. Excellent book!
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