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Shandra Higheagle Mystery #1
Double Duplicity
On the eve of the biggest art event at Huckleberry Mountain Resort, potter Shandra Higheagle finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation. She’s ruled out as a suspect, but now it’s up to her to prove the friend she’d witnessed fleeing the scene was just as innocent. With help from her recently deceased Nez Perce grandmother, Shandra becomes more confused than ever, but just as determined to discover the truth.
Detective Ryan Greer prides himself on solving crimes and refuses to ignore a single clue, including Shandra Higheagle’s visions. While Shandra is hesitant to trust her dreams, Ryan believes in them and believes in her.
Can the pair uncover enough clues for Ryan to make an arrest before one of them becomes the next victim?
Detective Ryan Greer prides himself on solving crimes and refuses to ignore a single clue, including Shandra Higheagle’s visions. While Shandra is hesitant to trust her dreams, Ryan believes in them and believes in her.
Can the pair uncover enough clues for Ryan to make an arrest before one of them becomes the next victim?
244 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 8, 2015
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Paty Jager
111 books393 followersPaty Jager is an award-winning author of 55+ novels, novellas, and short stories of murder mystery, western romance, and action adventure.
All her work has Western or Native American elements in them along with hints of humor and engaging characters. Paty and her husband raise alfalfa hay in rural eastern Oregon. Riding horses and battling rattlesnakes, she not only writes the western lifestyle, she lives it.
All her work has Western or Native American elements in them along with hints of humor and engaging characters. Paty and her husband raise alfalfa hay in rural eastern Oregon. Riding horses and battling rattlesnakes, she not only writes the western lifestyle, she lives it.
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May 8, 2015
I know I've said it time and time again, but I love mysteries, especially ones with good characters and an interesting death. This book has both.
Shandra finds a dead body in the small town she lives in, and immediately becomes a suspect. It doesn't take long for her to convince the Detective that comes to investigate the murder that she didn't do it, but she keeps some secrets from him she shouldn't have, and he knows it. But now it is up to her to prove her friend's innocence.
I like the chemistry between Shandra and Detective Greer, and the dreams that she has that help lead her on her way. I also liked the side characters that they both came into contact with throughout the story. A great mystery that I highly recommend - I can't wait to read more from this author AND more of this series.
Note: I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Please remember that this review is my opinion based on my impression of the story.
Shandra finds a dead body in the small town she lives in, and immediately becomes a suspect. It doesn't take long for her to convince the Detective that comes to investigate the murder that she didn't do it, but she keeps some secrets from him she shouldn't have, and he knows it. But now it is up to her to prove her friend's innocence.
I like the chemistry between Shandra and Detective Greer, and the dreams that she has that help lead her on her way. I also liked the side characters that they both came into contact with throughout the story. A great mystery that I highly recommend - I can't wait to read more from this author AND more of this series.
Note: I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Please remember that this review is my opinion based on my impression of the story.
August 21, 2018
A new author for me and the first in a Native American series. I was attracted to it to the reference about Nez Perce Indians. I was not disappointed as the story was good.
Shandra Higheagle is an artist who owns a ranch on Huckleberry Mountain. She has been taught all her life not talk about her Indian heritage. She has returned from her grandmother's funeral. Shortly after the funeral, Shandra begins to have dreams. Her Grandmother is present in her dreams. In the town, a major artist conference is occurring. Shandra heads to town and comes upon the owner of a galley who is dead.
Detective Ryan Greer is a homicide detective for the county. He has issues that he needs to solve. Shandra and Ryan work together to solve the murder. A romance starts between them. Chandra will experience, greed, revenge, and betrayal before Ryan has the proof of the killer. I am ready to read the next 9 books. I highly recommend this book.
Shandra Higheagle is an artist who owns a ranch on Huckleberry Mountain. She has been taught all her life not talk about her Indian heritage. She has returned from her grandmother's funeral. Shortly after the funeral, Shandra begins to have dreams. Her Grandmother is present in her dreams. In the town, a major artist conference is occurring. Shandra heads to town and comes upon the owner of a galley who is dead.
Detective Ryan Greer is a homicide detective for the county. He has issues that he needs to solve. Shandra and Ryan work together to solve the murder. A romance starts between them. Chandra will experience, greed, revenge, and betrayal before Ryan has the proof of the killer. I am ready to read the next 9 books. I highly recommend this book.
March 22, 2015
I really liked the feeling of mystery and murder mixed in with a wealth of knowledge of the Native American heritage. Throw in a small town where 'everybody knows your name' and a love interest and you have a terrific book.
Shandra Higheagle is a potter whose visions of her recently deceased Nez Perce grandmother help Detective Ryan Greer solve a crime ...one that she is wrongly accused of.
This is the first in the series ... you can bet I'll be reading the next one!
Many thanks to the author who sent me a digital copy in exchange for an honest opinion.
Shandra Higheagle is a potter whose visions of her recently deceased Nez Perce grandmother help Detective Ryan Greer solve a crime ...one that she is wrongly accused of.
This is the first in the series ... you can bet I'll be reading the next one!
Many thanks to the author who sent me a digital copy in exchange for an honest opinion.
August 26, 2017
In Paty Jager’s Double Duplicity, Shandra Higheagle is dealing with preparations for Huckleberry Mountains Resort’s big art festival when she gets a call from Paula, owner of an art gallery, to visit her. Upon dropping by, Shandra finds Paula in a pile of blood, the victim of a particularly violent killing. Before she can call 911, the local police arrive and arrest Shandra, assuming she committed the crime. But once Detective Ryan Greer shows up, he realizes that Shandra couldn’t have committed the crime because she has no blood splatter, he has to look for the true killer. The case seems to be tied to the suspicious overdose death of Joyce Carter, the sister of Shandra’s best friend, Naomi.
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January 20, 2018
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
I really liked this book. I loved the wealth of Native American knowledge and I loved the mystery. I had to keep listening to discover more. Shandra was a very good protagonist and I enjoyed discovering more about her through the novel.
I really liked this book. I loved the wealth of Native American knowledge and I loved the mystery. I had to keep listening to discover more. Shandra was a very good protagonist and I enjoyed discovering more about her through the novel.
April 17, 2015
Double Duplicity is the first book in the Shandra Higheagle Mystery series by new-to-me author Paty Jager. Mystery, romance, small town, and native American heritage combine to make a compelling read.
Set in Huckleberry, Idaho, this novel touches on the Nez Perce ancestry of Shandra Higheagle. Shandra is a gifted artist whose pottery is for sale at the premier galleries in Huckleberry. Detective Ryan Greer has his sights set on solving the murder mystery around a gallery owner's murder as well as on beauty Shandra Higheagle. There are a few twists to keep things interesting...many of Huckleberry's residents seem to have led interesting lives in big city Seattle in the past.
Overall a good, fast read with a satisfying mystery and interesting characters. I do recommend giving Double Duplicity a read.
Set in Huckleberry, Idaho, this novel touches on the Nez Perce ancestry of Shandra Higheagle. Shandra is a gifted artist whose pottery is for sale at the premier galleries in Huckleberry. Detective Ryan Greer has his sights set on solving the murder mystery around a gallery owner's murder as well as on beauty Shandra Higheagle. There are a few twists to keep things interesting...many of Huckleberry's residents seem to have led interesting lives in big city Seattle in the past.
Overall a good, fast read with a satisfying mystery and interesting characters. I do recommend giving Double Duplicity a read.
April 13, 2019
If you were caught at the scene of a crime at the wrong place and time, how would you defend yourself—you know, if you were innocent? Would you be nervous, angry, confused or all of the above? The law specifies that men and women are supposed to be innocent until proven guilty, but most of the time—we all know that it works the other way around. Jager has a nice take on the first installment of the Shandra Higheagle Mysteries that will leave readers guessing until the very end. Everyone has a reason to want the victim dead, but who really did it?
Shandra walks in on an art gallery owner who has just been murdered. In her attempt to contact the authorities, an anonymous tip comes through and the police make their way to the gallery before Shandra has the chance to leave the premises. With no way out short of a confession, Shandra is cuffed and brought into the station to be questioned. Only after being cleared and released, does she start to piece together prior events from before entering the art gallery—she immediately jumps on the offense when her friends and other town locals become prime suspects. In an effort to keep her innocent friends out of the spotlight, Shandra starts her own investigation into the death of the art gallery owner. Knowing the woman had several enemies, the suspect pool just seems to get bigger and bigger by the day. When the detective on the case finds out what Shandra is up to, is he going to be willing to allow her to continue her investigation with him or will he arrest her for tampering with evidence? And worse than that, will her rummaging around alert the killer to flee before they can be caught?
Jager has a beautifully written mystery that will leave readers eager to continue the series alongside the main character, Shandra Higheagle. The character development is fantastic and the pace is steady. Since this review is complimenting the audiobook, Thompson’s narration was a fairly accurate depiction of what I would expect from a radio or television broadcaster or maybe someone retelling a story in a different perspective; there seems to have been a slight lack of emotion and feeling to the story with this type of voice relay. The story was enjoyable nonetheless and easy to follow. If you are a reader of mysteries, you may want to pick up this story and give it a read. Since this is the first installment, readers are able to jump right in.
An audiobook was provided to Turning Another Page by Audiobookworm Promotions and in no way affects the honesty of this review. We provide a four-star rating to Double Duplicity by Paty Jager.
Shandra walks in on an art gallery owner who has just been murdered. In her attempt to contact the authorities, an anonymous tip comes through and the police make their way to the gallery before Shandra has the chance to leave the premises. With no way out short of a confession, Shandra is cuffed and brought into the station to be questioned. Only after being cleared and released, does she start to piece together prior events from before entering the art gallery—she immediately jumps on the offense when her friends and other town locals become prime suspects. In an effort to keep her innocent friends out of the spotlight, Shandra starts her own investigation into the death of the art gallery owner. Knowing the woman had several enemies, the suspect pool just seems to get bigger and bigger by the day. When the detective on the case finds out what Shandra is up to, is he going to be willing to allow her to continue her investigation with him or will he arrest her for tampering with evidence? And worse than that, will her rummaging around alert the killer to flee before they can be caught?
Jager has a beautifully written mystery that will leave readers eager to continue the series alongside the main character, Shandra Higheagle. The character development is fantastic and the pace is steady. Since this review is complimenting the audiobook, Thompson’s narration was a fairly accurate depiction of what I would expect from a radio or television broadcaster or maybe someone retelling a story in a different perspective; there seems to have been a slight lack of emotion and feeling to the story with this type of voice relay. The story was enjoyable nonetheless and easy to follow. If you are a reader of mysteries, you may want to pick up this story and give it a read. Since this is the first installment, readers are able to jump right in.
An audiobook was provided to Turning Another Page by Audiobookworm Promotions and in no way affects the honesty of this review. We provide a four-star rating to Double Duplicity by Paty Jager.
April 17, 2019
Shandra Higheagle literally comes across a dead body accidentally and things begin to happen with meteoric speed for this small town. Actually, the name Huckleberry Mountain Resort is a bit misleading because while “Huckleberry” implies very rural and homespun, this is a ski resort with tourists and money to spare, not to mention multiple art galleries, and the upcoming art show is a premier happening. It’s in Detective Ryan Greer’s best interest to solve this murder quickly and he’s not averse to a little assistance.
Shandra and Ryan are both intelligent, attractive people and the almost instantaneous spark between them is perhaps not surprising. It’s more apparent at first to Ryan than to Shandra but, once she gets it, she’s not entirely above using her “influence” to get away with a bit of investigating on the side. Unfortunately for her, she doesn’t always make the brightest decisions and can be accused of a tiny bit of TSTL behavior. Never mind, I still like her and I also like Ryan, especially because he gives credence to the visions Shandra has apparently inherited from her Nez Perce grandmother.
A fair amount of comic relief comes from the very young and very untried police officer, Blane. As so often happens with someone new to any position of authority, poor Blane is overeager and way out of his element with Shandra who can pretty much put him in his place, especially when he’s determined to treat her as a suspect. Blane is a likeable overgrown kid and his enthusiasm helps make up for a lot. The other secondary character who got my attention (in a good way) is Shandra’s hired ranch hand, Lil, who you might say is the female version of the crusty oldtimer.
Ann M. Thompson is a good narrator, giving warm, earthy tones to Shandra and handling other voices with noticeable differences from one character to the next. In particular, I immediately picked up on Blane’s immaturity and brashness just from Ms. Thompson‘s interpretation.
Double Duplicity is the first of eight books in the series but, so far, only this one and the second are in audiobook format. That will not stop me from continuing on with this entertaining series but I do hope more audio editions will become available before too long. Not only do I like Ms. Jager‘s stories but I also enjoy Ms. Thompson‘s narration and that’s a pleasant combination.
Shandra and Ryan are both intelligent, attractive people and the almost instantaneous spark between them is perhaps not surprising. It’s more apparent at first to Ryan than to Shandra but, once she gets it, she’s not entirely above using her “influence” to get away with a bit of investigating on the side. Unfortunately for her, she doesn’t always make the brightest decisions and can be accused of a tiny bit of TSTL behavior. Never mind, I still like her and I also like Ryan, especially because he gives credence to the visions Shandra has apparently inherited from her Nez Perce grandmother.
A fair amount of comic relief comes from the very young and very untried police officer, Blane. As so often happens with someone new to any position of authority, poor Blane is overeager and way out of his element with Shandra who can pretty much put him in his place, especially when he’s determined to treat her as a suspect. Blane is a likeable overgrown kid and his enthusiasm helps make up for a lot. The other secondary character who got my attention (in a good way) is Shandra’s hired ranch hand, Lil, who you might say is the female version of the crusty oldtimer.
Ann M. Thompson is a good narrator, giving warm, earthy tones to Shandra and handling other voices with noticeable differences from one character to the next. In particular, I immediately picked up on Blane’s immaturity and brashness just from Ms. Thompson‘s interpretation.
Double Duplicity is the first of eight books in the series but, so far, only this one and the second are in audiobook format. That will not stop me from continuing on with this entertaining series but I do hope more audio editions will become available before too long. Not only do I like Ms. Jager‘s stories but I also enjoy Ms. Thompson‘s narration and that’s a pleasant combination.
June 14, 2019
Shandra Higheagle is an easy character to like. At first, I was drawn in by her practical nature, how she stood her ground, and how she stood up for her friends. I was drawn into the mystery right away.
Later on, things get a little silly. Shandra decides the best way to investigate matters is to show some cleavage… but then she gets a little offended when people take note of said cleavage. I just had to roll my eyes little at that.
Detective Ryan Greer is truly dedicated to his job. I liked him right away too. He relies on facts, not opinions. At least, at first he does. Later in the story he starts to rely on Shandra’s dreams. That part of the story didn’t work for me. I think it’s because both of them relied too heavily on her dream warnings too quickly. I would need lots and lots of proof before doing so.
The romance was cute, but romance isn’t my cup of tea. For me, it started off fine, adding to the character development. Later on, it was a distraction especially as it became more of an insta-luv thing than a slow burn.
The mystery was fun. There’s a limited number of characters so guessing which character perpetrated which crime wasn’t too hard, but I had fun watching our heroes untangle it all. All told, 3.5/5 stars.
The Narration: Ann M. Thompson did OK. Initially, she had a great voice for Shandra, a deep feminine voice, as described in the book. However, this slowly slips into a lighter female voice. If there were 2 or more characters in a scene, then the voices were distinct. However, if it was just a single character, that voice could sound like another single character. So, there wasn’t a steady, continuous distinction among the character voices. Thompson’s male characters need masculinity. Often, I mistook a male character for a female one because of the voice. The pacing was good and there were no technical issues with this recording. 3.5/5 stars.
I received this audiobook as part of my participation in a blog tour with Audiobookworm Promotions. The tour is being sponsored by Paty Jager. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.
Later on, things get a little silly. Shandra decides the best way to investigate matters is to show some cleavage… but then she gets a little offended when people take note of said cleavage. I just had to roll my eyes little at that.
Detective Ryan Greer is truly dedicated to his job. I liked him right away too. He relies on facts, not opinions. At least, at first he does. Later in the story he starts to rely on Shandra’s dreams. That part of the story didn’t work for me. I think it’s because both of them relied too heavily on her dream warnings too quickly. I would need lots and lots of proof before doing so.
The romance was cute, but romance isn’t my cup of tea. For me, it started off fine, adding to the character development. Later on, it was a distraction especially as it became more of an insta-luv thing than a slow burn.
The mystery was fun. There’s a limited number of characters so guessing which character perpetrated which crime wasn’t too hard, but I had fun watching our heroes untangle it all. All told, 3.5/5 stars.
The Narration: Ann M. Thompson did OK. Initially, she had a great voice for Shandra, a deep feminine voice, as described in the book. However, this slowly slips into a lighter female voice. If there were 2 or more characters in a scene, then the voices were distinct. However, if it was just a single character, that voice could sound like another single character. So, there wasn’t a steady, continuous distinction among the character voices. Thompson’s male characters need masculinity. Often, I mistook a male character for a female one because of the voice. The pacing was good and there were no technical issues with this recording. 3.5/5 stars.
I received this audiobook as part of my participation in a blog tour with Audiobookworm Promotions. The tour is being sponsored by Paty Jager. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.
July 9, 2025
This had all the elements of a fun cozy mystery, and I initially enjoyed it. Shandra Higheagle is an interesting main character and her art, Native American background, and dream experiences were nice additions. I also liked the setting of Huckleberry, a fictional mountain resort in Idaho, where Shandra lives on a mountain with her dog, horses, and eccentric housekeeper.
The murder of a well-known, but not well-loved, gallery owner is the basis of the plot. Shandra discovers the body and shortly after is assisting detective Ryan Greer with the case. Predictably, there's an attraction between the two, but a dash of romance is fine.
But three-quarters of the way in, I ran into issues that were impossible for me to overlook:
It was disappointing to have an entertaining cozy go downhill so quickly.
The murder of a well-known, but not well-loved, gallery owner is the basis of the plot. Shandra discovers the body and shortly after is assisting detective Ryan Greer with the case. Predictably, there's an attraction between the two, but a dash of romance is fine.
But three-quarters of the way in, I ran into issues that were impossible for me to overlook:
It was disappointing to have an entertaining cozy go downhill so quickly.
January 26, 2024
I enjoyed the authors Gabriel Hawke series and thought I would give this series ago too. While I did enjoy it as a mystery, I prefer the Hawke series. I didn't feel the immediate connection with Shandra as I did with Hawke and while I can't say exactly why. She seems a like able character who used her Indian heritage of dream catching to help solve the case. I just never felt as invested. The two is also told by two of the characters, Shandra and the police detective who is obviously her love interest. There was a lot of characters and as a consequence a lot of suspects which did get confusing at times. The mystery was good but not unusual (yep like the Hawke series). I will probably give the next book ago just to see if Shandra wins me over.
Shandra comes off her mountain to deliver her pottery work to be displayed in the local art gallery but instead she find the owner of the gallery dead and her friend leaving the scene. When the police star looking at her friend as a suspect and her dead grandmother starts sending her clues in her dreams, Shandra has no choice but help with the investigation. There was a lot more going On in the art gallery than selling art. Can Shandra discover what it is?
I am not sure the narrator helped with the story. A few times I found I had to rewind because I hadn't taken in what was said. She didn't have a monotonous voice exactly
But neither did the pitch change that much between speaking and characters.
I was given this free review copy audio book at my request and I have voluntarily left this review.
Shandra comes off her mountain to deliver her pottery work to be displayed in the local art gallery but instead she find the owner of the gallery dead and her friend leaving the scene. When the police star looking at her friend as a suspect and her dead grandmother starts sending her clues in her dreams, Shandra has no choice but help with the investigation. There was a lot more going On in the art gallery than selling art. Can Shandra discover what it is?
I am not sure the narrator helped with the story. A few times I found I had to rewind because I hadn't taken in what was said. She didn't have a monotonous voice exactly
But neither did the pitch change that much between speaking and characters.
I was given this free review copy audio book at my request and I have voluntarily left this review.
October 23, 2018
Looking for another series to explore, I picked up author Paty Jager’s “Double Duplicity,” the first book of her Shandra Higheagle Mysteries. The plot focuses on the murder of a highly unlikable gallery owner in a resort town. A talented and beautiful potter, Shandra Higheagle uses visions supplied by her late Native American grandmother to help a predictably hunky cop solve the crime.
Yep, the book is as much romance as mystery, but that would be an asset if its characters were more consistently developed. Or if the murder victim was more sympathetic. Or if the intricate plot moved faster. Or if the writing were competent.
By the end of the book, I was ready to write off Shandra Higheagle. But my Kindle version also included the first chapter from the second book of the series “Tarnished Remains.” I gave it a try—and what a difference. The characters were suddenly engaging, the action lively, and prose markedly tighter and more professional. So I’ll give this series another chance. Only ten more books to go.
Yep, the book is as much romance as mystery, but that would be an asset if its characters were more consistently developed. Or if the murder victim was more sympathetic. Or if the intricate plot moved faster. Or if the writing were competent.
By the end of the book, I was ready to write off Shandra Higheagle. But my Kindle version also included the first chapter from the second book of the series “Tarnished Remains.” I gave it a try—and what a difference. The characters were suddenly engaging, the action lively, and prose markedly tighter and more professional. So I’ll give this series another chance. Only ten more books to go.
February 7, 2024
Cozy Who-Done-It with a Hint of Paranormal
Parents- PG13- high school and up drugs and alcohol part of the story and character's backstories
Language- PG13 - some cussing - no f-bombs
Violence- PG13- nothing overly graphic
Sexual Content- PG13 - references and mentions of relationships but nothing of a graphic nature
I enjoyed this one. I liked that the MC is Native American, it just added another interesting level to the story. There wasn't a lot of build-up or super detailed stage setting, it started by laying on the dislike for the victim and then we find the body. As the scenes unfold the author does add in the details and builds the characters out more. It was a fun who-done-it style, cozy mystery with a touch of paranormal in the form of semi-prophetic dreams.
Narrator- The narrator was easy to listen to and did a pretty good job overall. I found normal speaking speed at 1.3x but I preferred listening at 1.5x speed.
—I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
Parents- PG13- high school and up drugs and alcohol part of the story and character's backstories
Language- PG13 - some cussing - no f-bombs
Violence- PG13- nothing overly graphic
Sexual Content- PG13 - references and mentions of relationships but nothing of a graphic nature
I enjoyed this one. I liked that the MC is Native American, it just added another interesting level to the story. There wasn't a lot of build-up or super detailed stage setting, it started by laying on the dislike for the victim and then we find the body. As the scenes unfold the author does add in the details and builds the characters out more. It was a fun who-done-it style, cozy mystery with a touch of paranormal in the form of semi-prophetic dreams.
Narrator- The narrator was easy to listen to and did a pretty good job overall. I found normal speaking speed at 1.3x but I preferred listening at 1.5x speed.
—I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
September 23, 2024
On the eve of the biggest art event at Huckleberry Mountain Resort, potter Shandra Higheagle finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation. She’s ruled out as a suspect, but now it’s up to her to prove the friend she witnessed fleeing the scene was just as innocent. With help from her recently deceased Nez Perce grandmother, Shandra becomes more confused than ever but just as determined to discover the truth.
Detective Ryan Greer prides himself on solving crimes and refuses to ignore a single clue, including Shandra Higheagle’s visions. While Shandra is hesitant to trust her dreams, Ryan believes in them and believes in her.
Can the pair uncover enough clues for Ryan to make an arrest before one of them becomes the next victim?
This book was a surprisingly good find for me. I wasn't sure what to expect when I started it but I fully enjoyed it and I can't wait to read more from this series. If you love cozy mystery romance, mystical fiction, amateur sleuth mystery, small town mystery and suspense series, or western romance mystery then you should give this book a try.
Detective Ryan Greer prides himself on solving crimes and refuses to ignore a single clue, including Shandra Higheagle’s visions. While Shandra is hesitant to trust her dreams, Ryan believes in them and believes in her.
Can the pair uncover enough clues for Ryan to make an arrest before one of them becomes the next victim?
This book was a surprisingly good find for me. I wasn't sure what to expect when I started it but I fully enjoyed it and I can't wait to read more from this series. If you love cozy mystery romance, mystical fiction, amateur sleuth mystery, small town mystery and suspense series, or western romance mystery then you should give this book a try.
March 19, 2022
Art gallery murder
Sandra is a potter . Her grandmother Ella once told her she had the sight. Sandra was raised by her mother and stepfather. Her father was a Native American rodeo participant with the barrel and other skills. Sandra being half Native American had grown up with the stigma fostered by her mother and stepfather. Grandmother Ella took her during her rebellious period and tried to be the voice she needed to guide her. After her death, Sandra used her artistic ability to fashion her pots, the inner vision she used to design the patterns seemed normal but her mother and others turned her away from whole history. An art dealer is murdered before a big show, Sandra caught on the scene as she made the discovery becomes one of several suspects. A drug agent helps confirm the fact that the art dealer had skeletons in her closet. How were the suspects connected and why. This was a free book to read and review. I have no connection to anything involved. This was an interesting cozy mystery to start the series.
Sandra is a potter . Her grandmother Ella once told her she had the sight. Sandra was raised by her mother and stepfather. Her father was a Native American rodeo participant with the barrel and other skills. Sandra being half Native American had grown up with the stigma fostered by her mother and stepfather. Grandmother Ella took her during her rebellious period and tried to be the voice she needed to guide her. After her death, Sandra used her artistic ability to fashion her pots, the inner vision she used to design the patterns seemed normal but her mother and others turned her away from whole history. An art dealer is murdered before a big show, Sandra caught on the scene as she made the discovery becomes one of several suspects. A drug agent helps confirm the fact that the art dealer had skeletons in her closet. How were the suspects connected and why. This was a free book to read and review. I have no connection to anything involved. This was an interesting cozy mystery to start the series.
May 26, 2018
I listened to this in audiobook format. It is the first book I've read/listened to by this author. I thought it was great and will definitely be checking out more by her.
From the beginning we were thrown into a murder mystery that had plenty of suspects. Secrets came out along the way. When the murderer was revealed it was a complete surprise to me. I wasn't expecting it to be who it was or how they were involved in the whole situation. I can't wait to see what happens next for Shandra and Ryan.
The narration was great, too. I had not listened to anything by this narrator before but would definitely listen to more by her. The characters all had distinct voices and character/animation to them.
*I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this audiobook. This is my honest review.*
From the beginning we were thrown into a murder mystery that had plenty of suspects. Secrets came out along the way. When the murderer was revealed it was a complete surprise to me. I wasn't expecting it to be who it was or how they were involved in the whole situation. I can't wait to see what happens next for Shandra and Ryan.
The narration was great, too. I had not listened to anything by this narrator before but would definitely listen to more by her. The characters all had distinct voices and character/animation to them.
*I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this audiobook. This is my honest review.*
August 17, 2018
Native American Shandra, heritage, of having visions, is finally going to be acknowledge in this story. She is a potter, has special clay from her farm up in the hills, with the addition of Lil.After a gala opening of an art exhibit,the owner is murdered, Detective Ryan, is on the case. Feeling she is not telling him everything. He understands, when she finally tells him, of her visions. Thru her visions, she knows what the weapon is, the why comes from searching many clues, and the money trail. There’s was a lot of reasons, power, greed. A great story, you love the characters, love the Native American Touch.
October 1, 2023
This is the introduction I felt like I was missing when I inadvertently started this series in the middle. We’re introduced to Shandra, her mountain, and the people and animals that inhabit it. This was a devious little mystery that kept me guessing with the multitude of potential suspects. When all’s said and done, any mystery that can keep me from solving it before our leading characters reveal the solution, has my attention. And likely, the author will have my undying devotion for making me work for the answers. Which this author definitely does
January 24, 2024
Audiobook: This was my first experience with Paty Jager's work, and it was entertaining. After Shandra Higheagle found the murdered body of the owner of a local art gallery, she became a suspect. I liked the story. I enjoyed the twists and turns of the mystery. I liked the unique relationship between Shandra and her grandmother, but I didn't like that the detective just allowed Shandra to do what she wanted to do. Ann M. Thompson's narration was fine, and her performance kept my attention. I was given a free copy of the audiobook, and I have voluntarily posted this review.
January 26, 2024
I loved the narration of Ann M. Thompson
Shandra Higheagle is dealing with preparations for Huckleberry Mountains Resort’s big art festival. Paula owner of one of the art galleries ask her to visit. When she arrives Shandra finds Paula in a pile of blood, a victim of a particularly violent killing. Just as she is going to phone for help. The local police arrive, seeing Shandra standing over Paula's body, she is arrested. When Detective Ryan Greer shows up, he knows that Shandra couldn’t have committed the crime because she has no blood splatter. So he starts looking for the true killer.
Shandra Higheagle is dealing with preparations for Huckleberry Mountains Resort’s big art festival. Paula owner of one of the art galleries ask her to visit. When she arrives Shandra finds Paula in a pile of blood, a victim of a particularly violent killing. Just as she is going to phone for help. The local police arrive, seeing Shandra standing over Paula's body, she is arrested. When Detective Ryan Greer shows up, he knows that Shandra couldn’t have committed the crime because she has no blood splatter. So he starts looking for the true killer.
July 4, 2024
This was a fun cozy mystery. A murder occurred in the small town of Huckleberry and between Shandra and Ryan the murder was solved. Fun book. However, Shandra drove me crazy...She was so nosey and always getting in Ryan's way. That's why I gave it a 3 star. I listened to the audio version of this book and I enjoyed the narrator. She had a pleasant voice but I have listened to many audio books and compared to other narrators, she was ok. If you are in the mood for a cozy romance mystery and an easy read, this book is for you.
September 29, 2025
This book hooked me from the very first pages. While on the way into town, Shandra Higheagle receives a phone call from the owner of an art gallery in town wanting her drop off one of her clay vases she had made. But when she gets there just minutes later, she finds the owner of the gallery dead in her office. While calling 911, the police arrive. She is now on their radar, so she must prove herself innocent. The author carries the mystery through to the end with increased tension and mystery along the way.
May 20, 2021
New author for me and I was totally hooked. Couldn't put the book down. Great characters in a wonderful setting with a very complex mystery & murder. The dynamics between Shandra and Ryan, the detective, was great because he didn't scoff at her Native American heritage or dream/visions. Lil, the caretaker at Shandra's ranch, is a fascinating character and I hope we learn more about her. I love that Shandra is a very strong female lead. Looking forward to reading more in this series.
October 5, 2021
A great who-done-it read!
Shandra Higheagle loved her mountain and her clay artistry. Life was going well until she discovered a murdered Gallery owner. Enter detective Ryan Greer investigating the murder. Their lives become entangled as Ryan tries to solve the murder and Chandra tries to take the suspicions away from her. Hang on for more tangles than you can imagine as the case points to many suspects in this who-done-it mystery.
Shandra Higheagle loved her mountain and her clay artistry. Life was going well until she discovered a murdered Gallery owner. Enter detective Ryan Greer investigating the murder. Their lives become entangled as Ryan tries to solve the murder and Chandra tries to take the suspicions away from her. Hang on for more tangles than you can imagine as the case points to many suspects in this who-done-it mystery.
December 8, 2024
Well written and absorbing mystery. With elements of Native American insight. Sandra is an artist who gets a call from a local art dealer that asks her to come to the gallery with two vases. She comes into the building and finds the art dealer dead. First one on the scene and naturally the prime suspect. Though the detective on the case doesn't think she did it. She investigates despite warnings not to. There are all kinds of suspects which I like in a mystery.
March 14, 2018
A great Western/paranormal read
Paty Jager has written a very nice murder mystery set in the west with shades of American Indian paranormal. Here you will find some very nice people, some not so nice people and a few folks who are just plain nasty. Throw in a bit of romance and this book has it all.
Paty Jager has written a very nice murder mystery set in the west with shades of American Indian paranormal. Here you will find some very nice people, some not so nice people and a few folks who are just plain nasty. Throw in a bit of romance and this book has it all.
October 9, 2018
How many murderers are there in Huckleberry?
A dead gallery owner, a dead former drug user, and coming to term with her new found native American psychic abilities have Shandra confused about everything. With the help of a county detective she's determined to get to the bottom of everything.
A dead gallery owner, a dead former drug user, and coming to term with her new found native American psychic abilities have Shandra confused about everything. With the help of a county detective she's determined to get to the bottom of everything.
February 14, 2019
Double Duplicity
Double Duplicity is an adrenaline filled ride filled with murder, drug runners, and the art world. Shandra and Ryan are at cross purposes because she is a murder suspect in the crime he is investigating. Paty Jager entices her readers with strong character development and mystery.
Double Duplicity is an adrenaline filled ride filled with murder, drug runners, and the art world. Shandra and Ryan are at cross purposes because she is a murder suspect in the crime he is investigating. Paty Jager entices her readers with strong character development and mystery.
July 18, 2019
A promising new series
I really enjoyed this first book in a new-to-me series by Paty Jager. The characters are well developed and the p!ot will keep you guessing. I especially liked the glimpses of Native American culture and traditions, and hope that will continue in future books.
I really enjoyed this first book in a new-to-me series by Paty Jager. The characters are well developed and the p!ot will keep you guessing. I especially liked the glimpses of Native American culture and traditions, and hope that will continue in future books.
April 30, 2021
Easy to Read, Good Story
Read, and very much enjoyed, the Gideon Hawke series. Not really interested in romantic, "beach read" stories but Ms. Jager did such
a good job with Gideon and Dani et al, that I tried Book 1 of Shandra Higheagle's exploits. Not "my cup of tea" but, after all, it is a romance novel.
Read, and very much enjoyed, the Gideon Hawke series. Not really interested in romantic, "beach read" stories but Ms. Jager did such
a good job with Gideon and Dani et al, that I tried Book 1 of Shandra Higheagle's exploits. Not "my cup of tea" but, after all, it is a romance novel.
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