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Constable Molly Smith #8
Unreasonable Doubt
What would it be like to return to your hometown after twenty-five years in prison for a crime you have maintained you did not commit? And why would you?
Walter Desmond is back in Trafalgar, British Columbia, having been officially exonerated when new evidence showed corruption at worst, incompetence at best, by the Trafalgar City Police conducting the investigation. His pitbull attorney is seeking five million in damages from the provincial government. But Walt has not returned to Trafalgar to pursue money or revenge. He just wants to know the why of it.
The family of the murdered girl, Sophia D'Angelo, is bitterly determined to see Walt returned to prison - or dead. But for Trafalgar's police, including Sergeant John Winters and Constable Molly Smith, the reality is: if Walter didn't kill Sophia, someone else did.
So, case reopened. It lands on Winters' desk. The records are moldering. One investigating officer is dead, the other is retired - and not talking. The police are instructed to treat Walt as if he'd never been arrested or convicted. Someone else apparently killed Sophia, someone still walking free.
But too many minds remain closed. It's good luck for Walt that a group of women in town for the dragon boat race are staying in the B&B where he's booked, women with no local prejudices. But then a townswoman, then a boat woman, are attacked by a rapist, the media gets active, and tempers dangerously flare.
Walter Desmond is back in Trafalgar, British Columbia, having been officially exonerated when new evidence showed corruption at worst, incompetence at best, by the Trafalgar City Police conducting the investigation. His pitbull attorney is seeking five million in damages from the provincial government. But Walt has not returned to Trafalgar to pursue money or revenge. He just wants to know the why of it.
The family of the murdered girl, Sophia D'Angelo, is bitterly determined to see Walt returned to prison - or dead. But for Trafalgar's police, including Sergeant John Winters and Constable Molly Smith, the reality is: if Walter didn't kill Sophia, someone else did.
So, case reopened. It lands on Winters' desk. The records are moldering. One investigating officer is dead, the other is retired - and not talking. The police are instructed to treat Walt as if he'd never been arrested or convicted. Someone else apparently killed Sophia, someone still walking free.
But too many minds remain closed. It's good luck for Walt that a group of women in town for the dragon boat race are staying in the B&B where he's booked, women with no local prejudices. But then a townswoman, then a boat woman, are attacked by a rapist, the media gets active, and tempers dangerously flare.
255 pages, Hardcover
First published February 2, 2016
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Vicki Delany
62 books1,913 followers“It’s a crime not to read Delany,” so says the London Free Press.
Vicki Delany is one of Canada’s most varied and prolific crime writers.
She is the author of four cozy mystery series: The Tea by the Sea series from Kensington Books, the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop series from Crooked Lane and the Year Round Christmas series from Penguin. Under the pen name of Eva Gates she writes the Lighthouse Library Series.
Visit Vicki at www.vickidelany.com , www.facebook.com/evagatesauthor, and twitter: @vickidelany
Vicki is part of Mystery Lovers Kitchen (http://www.mysteryloverskitchen.com) and Killer Characters (http://www.killercharacters.com)
Visit Vicki at www.vickidelany.com
Vicki Delany is one of Canada’s most varied and prolific crime writers.
She is the author of four cozy mystery series: The Tea by the Sea series from Kensington Books, the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop series from Crooked Lane and the Year Round Christmas series from Penguin. Under the pen name of Eva Gates she writes the Lighthouse Library Series.
Visit Vicki at www.vickidelany.com , www.facebook.com/evagatesauthor, and twitter: @vickidelany
Vicki is part of Mystery Lovers Kitchen (http://www.mysteryloverskitchen.com) and Killer Characters (http://www.killercharacters.com)
Visit Vicki at www.vickidelany.com
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March 30, 2017
The author turns her attention in this entry in the Constable Molly Smith Mystery series to a wrongful conviction controversy in the form of a character named Walter Desmond, who was found guilty of murdering a young woman, and remanded to the penitentiary. After 25 years, an appeal exonerates him based on new evidence and a sloppy police investigation. Upon his release, he decides to return to the little town of Trafalgar, British Columbia, where he encounters considerable resentment.
Complicating his visit, a number of attacks on women occur: on the wife of Police Sergeant John Winters; on Molly’s mother, Lucky; and a visiting Dragon Boat team member. Naturally, suspicion falls on Desmond. Meanwhile, the original murder case is reopened, and Winters investigates the cold case with little hope of finding the killer.
The novel demonstrates how the mindset of a largely insulated population works. Most minds are made up; the police said Desmond was guilty and, despite the appeals court saying he is innocent, they still believe him to be guilty. And it also shows the dramatic difference between old-time cops and modern professionals. This is the tenth novel in the series, although Molly plays a small (but crucial) part in it. Winters occupies a central role.
The author has written an interesting take on the subject, especially with regard to the advisability of whether Desmond should, so to speak, return to the scene of the crime to find out why he was picked to be the murderer, or just remain in Vancouver and not face a hostile population.
An excellent series, well-written and always thought-provoking, and recommended.
Complicating his visit, a number of attacks on women occur: on the wife of Police Sergeant John Winters; on Molly’s mother, Lucky; and a visiting Dragon Boat team member. Naturally, suspicion falls on Desmond. Meanwhile, the original murder case is reopened, and Winters investigates the cold case with little hope of finding the killer.
The novel demonstrates how the mindset of a largely insulated population works. Most minds are made up; the police said Desmond was guilty and, despite the appeals court saying he is innocent, they still believe him to be guilty. And it also shows the dramatic difference between old-time cops and modern professionals. This is the tenth novel in the series, although Molly plays a small (but crucial) part in it. Winters occupies a central role.
The author has written an interesting take on the subject, especially with regard to the advisability of whether Desmond should, so to speak, return to the scene of the crime to find out why he was picked to be the murderer, or just remain in Vancouver and not face a hostile population.
An excellent series, well-written and always thought-provoking, and recommended.
February 2, 2016
Twenty-five years earlier Walter Desmond was convicted of a bloody rape and murder. He is now back in Trafalgar, B C a free man when an appeals court threw out the conviction and order a new trial. Tensions in town are high because many feel that Walter is a killer. Two attempted rapes do nothing to quiet the feelings of the residents. Molly along with all the other officers have been ordered to leave alone. His lawyer is seeking damages from the town and any contact could be considered harassment. The original case has been reopened. Molly needs to keep tempers from exploding and sees a couple of officers threatened Walter. Should report what she saw and is he guilty or framed? The descriptions describe the area and tensions it puts you on the spot. All the players in the series are present. This book can be read alone. I have read only one other and look forward to reading the rest of the series.
Disclosure: I received a free copy from Poisoned Pen Press through NetGalley for an honest review. I would like to thank them for this opportunity to read and review this book. The opinions are my own.
Disclosure: I received a free copy from Poisoned Pen Press through NetGalley for an honest review. I would like to thank them for this opportunity to read and review this book. The opinions are my own.
January 27, 2016
Walt Desmond has served 25 years in prison for the brutal killing of a young woman in Trafalgar, BC. All along he protested that he was innocent, refusing to confess even though that might have lessened his sentence somewhat. His wife died while he was in prison and he has lost everything. However, new evidence has turned up indicating either the Trafalgar PD framed him or the investigation was completely incompetent. After he is exonerated, Walt's attorney advises him to stay away from Trafalgar but Walt returns anyway. He has a pretty good idea who might have framed him but needs to know why in order to get on with his life, despite a large cash settlement coming his way.
Molly Smith was no more than an infant when the original case occurred, but if Walt Desmond didn't kill the girl, then who did? She and Sargeant John Winters are assigned to reopen the case. Feelings are running high in Trafalgar between those who remember the case and think Walt was guilty, despite his exoneration, and those who think the police were responsible. Among those most upset are the family of the dead girl, who are adamant that he was guilty. Molly and Winters must walk a tightrope between the factions, some within the police department itself. When two women are attacked in Trafalgar; one of whom is Eliza, Winters' wife, feelings begin to boil over.
Unreasonable Doubt is a nice mix of police procedural and the personal lives of Molly and her family and that of John Winters. I have really grown to like the characters over the course of the series, especially Lucky, Molly's mom. Lucky came to Canada with Molly's father during the Vietnam War and never went back. They built a successful life in Canada and Lucky's politics never changed. She is involved in every protest, knows everyone in town, and is a shrewd judge of character. I think Delany did a particularly good job in showing just what it is like to lose 25 years of your life for a crime you did not commit. Sadly, Canada does not seem to do much better than the US in these cases, of which there are too many. A nice cash payout is good, but hardly compensation for a ruined life.
Thanks to Poisoned Pen Press and Netgalley.com for an advanced digital copy in return for an honest review.
RATING- 4 Stars
Molly Smith was no more than an infant when the original case occurred, but if Walt Desmond didn't kill the girl, then who did? She and Sargeant John Winters are assigned to reopen the case. Feelings are running high in Trafalgar between those who remember the case and think Walt was guilty, despite his exoneration, and those who think the police were responsible. Among those most upset are the family of the dead girl, who are adamant that he was guilty. Molly and Winters must walk a tightrope between the factions, some within the police department itself. When two women are attacked in Trafalgar; one of whom is Eliza, Winters' wife, feelings begin to boil over.
Unreasonable Doubt is a nice mix of police procedural and the personal lives of Molly and her family and that of John Winters. I have really grown to like the characters over the course of the series, especially Lucky, Molly's mom. Lucky came to Canada with Molly's father during the Vietnam War and never went back. They built a successful life in Canada and Lucky's politics never changed. She is involved in every protest, knows everyone in town, and is a shrewd judge of character. I think Delany did a particularly good job in showing just what it is like to lose 25 years of your life for a crime you did not commit. Sadly, Canada does not seem to do much better than the US in these cases, of which there are too many. A nice cash payout is good, but hardly compensation for a ruined life.
Thanks to Poisoned Pen Press and Netgalley.com for an advanced digital copy in return for an honest review.
RATING- 4 Stars
January 19, 2016
4.5 Stars I really liked this book a LOT. A man is proven innocent after spending 25 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. Of course, most of the town is against him and do horrible things to him. The cops being the worst.
When the investigation is reopened, and the new investigator gets involved, it is amazing what actually happened. This one wanted to make just slap somebody to realize that there people out there like this. Of course, any book that can rile up that kind of emotion out of me tells me, it's a dang good book.
Thanks go Poisoned Pen Press for approving my request and to Net Galley for providing the free e-galley in exchange for an honest review. This one is sure to delight and get your blood boiling!
When the investigation is reopened, and the new investigator gets involved, it is amazing what actually happened. This one wanted to make just slap somebody to realize that there people out there like this. Of course, any book that can rile up that kind of emotion out of me tells me, it's a dang good book.
Thanks go Poisoned Pen Press for approving my request and to Net Galley for providing the free e-galley in exchange for an honest review. This one is sure to delight and get your blood boiling!
May 10, 2018
Enjoyable, pretty straightforward mystery about a man who spent 25 years in prison for a brutal murder before being released on new evidence. Instead of counting his blessings and moving on, he goes back to the small town where the murder occurred, trying to figure out why the police were convinced he was the murderer.
August 12, 2018
So I’ve read this entire series, and I’ve been lukewarm on it since the beginning. Still am, although a little less luke and a little more warm, after this instalment.
‘Unreasonable Doubt’ brings us back to Trafalgar along with a former resident who spent decades in prison for a horrific crime. New evidence has exonerated him while revealing corruption in the Trafalgar police department. Molly Smith ends up in the middle of a very heated local response, and is forced to question her personal and professional ethics.
Meanwhile, the police are also investigating a series of violent attacks on women.
The most appealing thing about Delany’s books, as always, is the setting. She does a wonderful job of making Trafalgar real, both the landscape and the atmosphere. It’s both cozy and slightly pretentious, close-knit and creepy. Perfect for a murder mystery.
The least appealing thing, again as always, is the lack of nuance. Characters are either good or bad; likeable or hateful. There’s no in-between, and it’s just not realistic. You’re always aware that you’re Reading A Book, which flattens out the narrative and distances the reader.
There was also a motivation problem in this particular book. Molly makes a very serious decision regarding her perennial nemesis, Dave Evans. She provides a very specific reason for her choice. Then, towards the end of the book, she offers a totally different reason for the same choice. A small thing, I suppose, but it’s sloppy and it irritated me.
Still, ‘Unreasonable Doubt’ is an entertaining read, so long as you’re not looking for anything remarkable.
‘Unreasonable Doubt’ brings us back to Trafalgar along with a former resident who spent decades in prison for a horrific crime. New evidence has exonerated him while revealing corruption in the Trafalgar police department. Molly Smith ends up in the middle of a very heated local response, and is forced to question her personal and professional ethics.
Meanwhile, the police are also investigating a series of violent attacks on women.
The most appealing thing about Delany’s books, as always, is the setting. She does a wonderful job of making Trafalgar real, both the landscape and the atmosphere. It’s both cozy and slightly pretentious, close-knit and creepy. Perfect for a murder mystery.
The least appealing thing, again as always, is the lack of nuance. Characters are either good or bad; likeable or hateful. There’s no in-between, and it’s just not realistic. You’re always aware that you’re Reading A Book, which flattens out the narrative and distances the reader.
There was also a motivation problem in this particular book. Molly makes a very serious decision regarding her perennial nemesis, Dave Evans. She provides a very specific reason for her choice. Then, towards the end of the book, she offers a totally different reason for the same choice. A small thing, I suppose, but it’s sloppy and it irritated me.
Still, ‘Unreasonable Doubt’ is an entertaining read, so long as you’re not looking for anything remarkable.
January 20, 2016
Unreasonable Doubt 2/2/16
**** A Pleasant Read
Firstly I would like to thank Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for an advance copy of Unreasonable Doubt which is a pleasant, cozy police procedural about a miscarriage and justice and what happens afterwards. Walter Desmond is exonerated after 25 years in prison for the murder of Sophia D'Angelo when fresh evidence is uncovered which implies at least police incompetence and at worst corruption. He returns to his home town of Trafalgar, British Colombia but not everyone welcomes him with open arms and he soon meets trouble in the form of the D'Angelo family and some rogue police officers trying to run him out of town.
I enjoyed Unreasonable Doubt which has a clever plot with some good twists and it held my interest throughout. I do think, however, that the novel's main strength is its examination of small town prejudice where, whilst some people are prepared to accept the court's decision many can't accept that the police got it wrong all those years ago and are quick to jump to conclusions about Walt's guilt when a rapist becomes active in the town.
Normally I read grittier fare than Unreasonable Doubt but it makes for a pleasant change. It is well plotted and written with ordinary characters - hardly a hang up in sight - which make it an easy, undemanding read but not boring. If you want to while away a few hours with an interesting plot and pleasant characters which don't overtax the brain This is a good way to do it.
**** A Pleasant Read
Firstly I would like to thank Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for an advance copy of Unreasonable Doubt which is a pleasant, cozy police procedural about a miscarriage and justice and what happens afterwards. Walter Desmond is exonerated after 25 years in prison for the murder of Sophia D'Angelo when fresh evidence is uncovered which implies at least police incompetence and at worst corruption. He returns to his home town of Trafalgar, British Colombia but not everyone welcomes him with open arms and he soon meets trouble in the form of the D'Angelo family and some rogue police officers trying to run him out of town.
I enjoyed Unreasonable Doubt which has a clever plot with some good twists and it held my interest throughout. I do think, however, that the novel's main strength is its examination of small town prejudice where, whilst some people are prepared to accept the court's decision many can't accept that the police got it wrong all those years ago and are quick to jump to conclusions about Walt's guilt when a rapist becomes active in the town.
Normally I read grittier fare than Unreasonable Doubt but it makes for a pleasant change. It is well plotted and written with ordinary characters - hardly a hang up in sight - which make it an easy, undemanding read but not boring. If you want to while away a few hours with an interesting plot and pleasant characters which don't overtax the brain This is a good way to do it.
June 10, 2016
After a few chapters I finally got cozy with this book and breezed through it. Getting to know the many characters and their roles was the main focus to start. Beyond that point, it was a smooth read with comfortable characters and a great twist in the end. I am glad I stuck it out. I would surely recommend it. The small town feel was well known. It hit on current vs. past issues we face with generations as well. The biggest downfall I see in books lately is poor editing. This had a few moments where I found myself stuck on this fact. Seems like a good editor is hard to find these days. Luckily it didn't deter me from finishing the story. I look forward to picking up another book written by this author.
April 3, 2016
This is the latest in the Constable Molly Smith series. I highly recommend both the series, and this episode. If you're a mystery reader, do yourself a favour.
May 29, 2025
Good story!!! Thoroughly enjoyed this....... Darn, last one in this series.... Oh, well on to another series - guess I will try Inspector Morse.....
What would it be like to return to your hometown after twenty-five years in prison for a crime you have maintained you did not commit? And why would you? Walter Desmond is back in Trafalgar, British Columbia, having been officially exonerated when new evidence showed corruption at worst, incompetence at best, by the Trafalgar City Police conducting the investigation. His pitbull attorney is seeking five million in damages from the provincial government. But Walt has not returned to Trafalgar to pursue money or revenge. He just wants to know the why of it.
The family of the murdered girl, Sophia D'Angelo, is bitterly determined to see Walt returned to prison - or dead. But for Trafalgar's police, including Sergeant John Winters and Constable Molly Smith, the reality is: if Walter didn't kill Sophia, someone else did. So, case reopened. It lands on Winters' desk. The records are moldering. One investigating officer is dead, the other is retired - and not talking. The police are instructed to treat Walt as if he'd never been arrested or convicted. Someone else apparently killed Sophia, someone still walking free.
But too many minds remain closed. It's good luck for Walt that a group of women in town for the dragon boat race are staying in the B&B where he's booked, women with no local prejudices. But then a townswoman, then a boat woman, are attacked by a rapist, the media gets active, and tempers dangerously flare.
What would it be like to return to your hometown after twenty-five years in prison for a crime you have maintained you did not commit? And why would you? Walter Desmond is back in Trafalgar, British Columbia, having been officially exonerated when new evidence showed corruption at worst, incompetence at best, by the Trafalgar City Police conducting the investigation. His pitbull attorney is seeking five million in damages from the provincial government. But Walt has not returned to Trafalgar to pursue money or revenge. He just wants to know the why of it.
The family of the murdered girl, Sophia D'Angelo, is bitterly determined to see Walt returned to prison - or dead. But for Trafalgar's police, including Sergeant John Winters and Constable Molly Smith, the reality is: if Walter didn't kill Sophia, someone else did. So, case reopened. It lands on Winters' desk. The records are moldering. One investigating officer is dead, the other is retired - and not talking. The police are instructed to treat Walt as if he'd never been arrested or convicted. Someone else apparently killed Sophia, someone still walking free.
But too many minds remain closed. It's good luck for Walt that a group of women in town for the dragon boat race are staying in the B&B where he's booked, women with no local prejudices. But then a townswoman, then a boat woman, are attacked by a rapist, the media gets active, and tempers dangerously flare.
June 15, 2019
Walter Desmond was charged with murder for Sophia D'Angelo death. He was exonerated after 25 years in prison. He returns to Teafalgar because he just wants to know why. The clues for this motive was sprinkled throughout the book. The D'Angelo family never got over her death, are all the secrets and lies responsible? Now, Sergeant Winters and Constable Smith have to deal with the consequences. In a town that has changed a lot in some way in those same 25 years but stubbornly remained the same in other, Walt finds support from some tourists who have no dog in the fight. Can the truth be discovered, the real killer found, and Walter's innocence proven? The characters are well written, the storyline is very believable, and the glimpses of western Canada sound beautiful. Will read another one to see how I like it.
July 15, 2019
Twenty-five years is a long time to spend in prison for a crime you did not commit. But it's apparently not long enough for the community to be ready to move on. In this police procedural, Constable Molly Smith and her colleagues are trying to keep a lid on tensions in the community, even as new crimes occur that may or may not be related to the 25 year old murder case.
I enjoyed this book and will definitely check out others by this author. My only criticism may have to do with the fact that I jumped into the series without reading the books in order. If I had started with the first book, I might not have been as confused by the number of subplots involving minor characters in the book. Some of them were hard to keep track of, and it wasn't always clear why the author felt they needed to be included.
I listened to the audio book, which was read well by narrator Carrington MacDuffie.
I enjoyed this book and will definitely check out others by this author. My only criticism may have to do with the fact that I jumped into the series without reading the books in order. If I had started with the first book, I might not have been as confused by the number of subplots involving minor characters in the book. Some of them were hard to keep track of, and it wasn't always clear why the author felt they needed to be included.
I listened to the audio book, which was read well by narrator Carrington MacDuffie.
January 15, 2023
This is such a good series. The pacing is just right and the outcomes are satisfying without being too good to be true. The recurring characters are dimensional, realistically flawed, likable and tenacious. Even when you don't agree with all of their choices, their motivations are clear. In Unreasonable Doubt in particular, Delaney gives us a book with good cops as most of the main characters, yet doesn't back away from showing us that there are weak and wicked cops too (past and present) and that they can have a huge influence on the lives of the people of their community. She shows over and over how people who don't agree on everything can still love and respect each other.
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April 11, 2021
Walt, a former Trafalgar resident, sent to prison for murder of a young woman, 25 years ago, is freed upon new evidence, and returns to where he was last happy. He had always protested his innocence.
The town is not happy he has returned, and when 2 women are attacked, including Det Winters' wife, emotions run high.
Winters is charged to re-open the original murder case.
A satisfying conclusion, for me.
The town is not happy he has returned, and when 2 women are attacked, including Det Winters' wife, emotions run high.
Winters is charged to re-open the original murder case.
A satisfying conclusion, for me.
December 3, 2024
Entertaining mystery listening 🎶🔰
This kindle e-book novel is from my Kindle Unlimited account book eight of eight.
A man 🚹 is released from prison after being found not guilty after 25 years in prison. Strange events start happening leading to an increased police presents. It all comes to a happy ending 😀.
I would recommend this series and author to 👍 readers of romantic family and friends relationships adventure mystery novels 👍🔰. 2024 👒😀💘
This kindle e-book novel is from my Kindle Unlimited account book eight of eight.
A man 🚹 is released from prison after being found not guilty after 25 years in prison. Strange events start happening leading to an increased police presents. It all comes to a happy ending 😀.
I would recommend this series and author to 👍 readers of romantic family and friends relationships adventure mystery novels 👍🔰. 2024 👒😀💘
December 17, 2024
Interesting story about a man who was incarcerated for murder 25 years ago. He returns to the same town after he has been cleared and the charges dropped. What he cannot figure out is why two police officers would repress evidence I. Order to convict him.,.a man with no police record. His return to town is an interesting one…many people believe he is guilty while others think he as railroaded. Interesting study on human nature.
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May 22, 2017
Although this is a murder mystery, there is no doubt – reasonable or otherwise - in the minds of most of the citizens of Trafalgar of the identity of the killer since Walter Desmond was convicted 25 years ago. Although Molly Smith does not play a prominent role in the investigation, thankfully the author seems to have gotten her through the phase of making stupid mistakes.
August 2, 2017
Quick read. I enjoy this series as I am very familiar with the area of BC where the series is set. Good story, a bit unresolved at the end for me but understandable given the storyline.
As with the last of her books that I read, I am still confused by the use of a made up name for the main community yet all other towns & villages close by are described using their actual name.
As with the last of her books that I read, I am still confused by the use of a made up name for the main community yet all other towns & villages close by are described using their actual name.
December 27, 2017
I've really enjoyed this series. The characters are believable and interesting. I hope she continues to write more in this series. As I am also reading another Canadian mystery writer, Louise Penny (and love her books as well), I tend to compare the two series and find Delany's a bit more realistic in terms of the setting and the characters.
September 17, 2020
I am a big fan of the Constable Molly Smith novels. This one did not disappoint. Ms. Delany had me from the start and although I felt close to the solution about 2/3 of the way through, I did not expect the twist. NICE! I hope we have another on the way in this series. You can never go wrong visiting BC and the folks in Trafalgar.
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January 7, 2024I've enjoyed reading Constable Molly Smith series. Unreasonable Doubt appears to be the last one, which is too bad, because I've enjoyed watching Molly grow from probationary constable, in the small town she grew up in, to a more experienced member of the force. Her home town knowledge helps her gain the trust of the new "big city" new detective on the force.
October 11, 2025
A wonderful series, I just loved all eight books
Every book of Constable Molly Smith was a real joy for me to read! Now that I have finished Book eight, I will so miss this interesting family and friends. Give yourself a big favor and read these books. You will be delighted you did!
Every book of Constable Molly Smith was a real joy for me to read! Now that I have finished Book eight, I will so miss this interesting family and friends. Give yourself a big favor and read these books. You will be delighted you did!
January 12, 2018
I love this series that is set in a fictional town in British Columbia, Canada. The characters are wonderful and the plots interesting. One of the characters owns an art gallery and I enjoy the descriptions of art.
March 1, 2018
I have been a fan of Vicki Delany for years and this is the best book in a series of great books. If you have yet to read any of the Molly Smith books do yourself a favor and go back to the beginning and start reading. You'll thank me.
May 28, 2019
Up to about half way I very nearly gave up on this one, but it picked up and came together better after that. Even though the original murder was not so, overall I would rate this as a cozy mystery. I didn't like the book enough to read more of the series.
March 15, 2022
I liked this one. I like this series, & hope there will be more. Idk why, but I don’t seem to have anything specific to say, positives or negatives! Maybe cuz I’m sitting outside enjoying the sunshine on an almost-Spring day my brain has been lulled. 🙂
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March 20, 2023I am constantly irritated by narrators who don't pronounce Canadian regions, cities, or provinces correctly. Why aren't these basic elements checked? (Kootenay and Saskatoon or Saskatchewan in this one).
Enjoy the series otherwise.
Enjoy the series otherwise.
September 28, 2023
Good to see more actual detective work.
Sad to see the series end here, especially with a relatively unresolved ending, but
May 25, 2024
I really enjoyed this entire series. Nice mysteries to listen to while doing other things, story lines that made me think about them even when I wasn't reading them. The narrator grew on me, lol. She must have had someone comment on her mispronunciation of some of the common names from the area.
April 7, 2025
And so the series ends (for now anyway). It's been a good ride; the style is certainly very different to Delany's more recent stuff but it was a great series. Hopefully we hear more from Molly, Adam and, of course, Norman one day.
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