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Pine Lake Inn #2
Digging for Trouble
On a rare morning off from the the Pine Lake Inn Dell Powers was just looking to take in a little fresh air and exercise. Walking out in the bush in the warm November breeze she thought it couldn't be more perfect.
That is, until she came across old Arthur Loren, the resident town coot and fossicker. He was scrabbling around in the dirt like a madman muttering "Give it back" and making no sense at all.
Had he completely lost his mind? Or was something more going on?
What seemed like a routine medical issue of heat exhaustion becomes so much more as Dell, Kevin and James dig deeper into Arthur's life and the circumstances that brought him to be out in the bush at that time.
Before Dell knows it she is tangled up in a mystery that has ties to a one hundred year old murder.
That is, until she came across old Arthur Loren, the resident town coot and fossicker. He was scrabbling around in the dirt like a madman muttering "Give it back" and making no sense at all.
Had he completely lost his mind? Or was something more going on?
What seemed like a routine medical issue of heat exhaustion becomes so much more as Dell, Kevin and James dig deeper into Arthur's life and the circumstances that brought him to be out in the bush at that time.
Before Dell knows it she is tangled up in a mystery that has ties to a one hundred year old murder.
- GenresCozy Mystery
188 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2015
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Displaying 1 - 13 of 13 reviews
October 24, 2021
I enjoyed the storyline, and I like Dell, but I’m already feeling like the writing is very repetitive. I feel like you can find the exact same sentences in both books. It’s like talking to a friend who repeats themselves all the time. You still love them and want to talk to them, but sometimes you want to tell them, “you said that already” just so they get to the point.
October 23, 2020
My spouse read this novel and here's her review.
The story was listed as a murder/mystery but I found this book a somewhat confusing tale. It started with a crazy old coot digging in the dirt under the Tasmanian sun. He appears to be suffering from a head injury - so far so good. Then we are introduced to Dell who is a local hotel owner and is seeing ghosts in her historic inn. She recognizes one of the ghosts, does not know the other one and there are hints of a third ghost. Added into the mix are Dell's love life (past and present), her son's police ambitions and a blood thirsty crime family who has dispatched a killer.This novel was not my favorite read but I appreciated the details about life in a small town on the fascinating island of Tasmania off the coast of Australia.
This review was edited by Shawn Callon, author of The Diplomatic Spy.
The story was listed as a murder/mystery but I found this book a somewhat confusing tale. It started with a crazy old coot digging in the dirt under the Tasmanian sun. He appears to be suffering from a head injury - so far so good. Then we are introduced to Dell who is a local hotel owner and is seeing ghosts in her historic inn. She recognizes one of the ghosts, does not know the other one and there are hints of a third ghost. Added into the mix are Dell's love life (past and present), her son's police ambitions and a blood thirsty crime family who has dispatched a killer.This novel was not my favorite read but I appreciated the details about life in a small town on the fascinating island of Tasmania off the coast of Australia.
This review was edited by Shawn Callon, author of The Diplomatic Spy.
July 26, 2022
Great mysteries
I've read both in series now and love the characters, the town, and the Australian education I'm receiving. This was another fast paced, keep you guessing story. The only thing that confused me was a vague reference to a daughter this time that wasn't mentioned in first book.
I've read both in series now and love the characters, the town, and the Australian education I'm receiving. This was another fast paced, keep you guessing story. The only thing that confused me was a vague reference to a daughter this time that wasn't mentioned in first book.
March 29, 2019
Loved!
A really great read. Lots of twists keep it interesting. Definitely recommend reading the first book before reading this one.
A really great read. Lots of twists keep it interesting. Definitely recommend reading the first book before reading this one.
December 24, 2019
This one also needs proof reading with an AUSTRALIAN dictionary, same as the first one.
October 12, 2020
Loved it!
December 17, 2025
Ghosts, mystery and a whole lot of holes in this brilliant, fast paced cozy mystery. Terrific read!
December 27, 2025
DNF at page 59. The main character constantly repeating themselves drove me nuts and I just couldn't push through.
November 17, 2015
Another great mystery from K.J. Emrick
I loved this book as much as the first in the series. In this book there is romance, assault, shooting, bodies, and ghosts. So much fun in this mystery I tried to stay awake all night because it was so hard to put down. Dell is a great character, too brave for her own good at times, but that's what I love about her. Kevin is almost always close to save her bacon and James is adorable. Don't miss this great mystery.
I loved this book as much as the first in the series. In this book there is romance, assault, shooting, bodies, and ghosts. So much fun in this mystery I tried to stay awake all night because it was so hard to put down. Dell is a great character, too brave for her own good at times, but that's what I love about her. Kevin is almost always close to save her bacon and James is adorable. Don't miss this great mystery.
November 6, 2015
This was excellent! I love the new ghost. He'd gonna take some getting used to, but I think that Dell will be able to keep him in line by being such a forceful individual. I will miss Kevin being a part of the local constabulary, but he really did have some sucky co-workers. Hopefully, soon someone will come in and clean house for Lakeshore...
November 26, 2015
Excellent as always!!!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I gave it a five because the author is fabulous. I look forward to reading her future books in either of her series.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I gave it a five because the author is fabulous. I look forward to reading her future books in either of her series.
December 21, 2015
Still enjoying
I like this author. The characters are realistic and the mysteries are interesting. Will read more of this series. Good book
I like this author. The characters are realistic and the mysteries are interesting. Will read more of this series. Good book
May 19, 2016
Fun read
The mystery moved a little quickly for my tastes but I enjoyed the story and I really love the supernatural elements!
The mystery moved a little quickly for my tastes but I enjoyed the story and I really love the supernatural elements!
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