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Harriet Rose Mystery #1
Death of a Celebrity
“The pages turn themselves in this delightful cozy mystery. Full of fun, laughter, warm characters and a strong female sleuth. Its amazing twists and turns will keep you guessing until the end!”
Former Bestselling mystery writer turned innkeeper, Harriet Rose arrives in Sandy Creek, Cape Cod only to find herself at the center of a world famous celebrity murder case.
When her friend is accused, Harriet must uncover the clues, secrets and lies that lead to the identity of the murderer.
With the help of her dog, Bentley and her crazy friend and co-worker, Libby, Harriet must race against time to catch the perpetrator before they get away with another murder.
Note: You won't find any cursing, gore or sex in this book. If you are searching for a traditional cozy mystery set in a coastal town that will keep you turning pages, this is the series for you!
Harriet Rose Mystery books are full novels with an enticing mystery to solve. They are all stand alone reads. The following books are best enjoyed in this order:
Death of a Celebrity: Harriet Rose Mystery #1
Death of a Liar: Harriet Rose Mystery #2
Death of a Salesman: Harriet Rose Mystery #3
Former Bestselling mystery writer turned innkeeper, Harriet Rose arrives in Sandy Creek, Cape Cod only to find herself at the center of a world famous celebrity murder case.
When her friend is accused, Harriet must uncover the clues, secrets and lies that lead to the identity of the murderer.
With the help of her dog, Bentley and her crazy friend and co-worker, Libby, Harriet must race against time to catch the perpetrator before they get away with another murder.
Note: You won't find any cursing, gore or sex in this book. If you are searching for a traditional cozy mystery set in a coastal town that will keep you turning pages, this is the series for you!
Harriet Rose Mystery books are full novels with an enticing mystery to solve. They are all stand alone reads. The following books are best enjoyed in this order:
Death of a Celebrity: Harriet Rose Mystery #1
Death of a Liar: Harriet Rose Mystery #2
Death of a Salesman: Harriet Rose Mystery #3
193 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 29, 2015
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April 17, 2016
An over zealous and nosey woman with not enough to do.
I found this story to be a little outrageous and could not imagine that the police would accept her nosing around in a murder case. Normally she would be charged with interfering with the law. I would have liked to see see the writer being pulled in by just being in the wrong place at the wrong time. A different twist would have been easier reading for
me.
I found this story to be a little outrageous and could not imagine that the police would accept her nosing around in a murder case. Normally she would be charged with interfering with the law. I would have liked to see see the writer being pulled in by just being in the wrong place at the wrong time. A different twist would have been easier reading for
me.
January 1, 2020
This lives up to the Cozy Mystery title
This book was a delight. I’ve read a few books in the “Cozy Mystery” genre and I can definitely say, this book lives up to its title. It’s fun, has relatable fun characters, a beautiful cozy setting and a budding romance. There’s lot to offer in this book, I would happily recommend it.
This book was a delight. I’ve read a few books in the “Cozy Mystery” genre and I can definitely say, this book lives up to its title. It’s fun, has relatable fun characters, a beautiful cozy setting and a budding romance. There’s lot to offer in this book, I would happily recommend it.
October 27, 2022
A good story, but ...
In fact, I enjoyed the storyline and the characters. In some ways, Death of a Celebrity is reminiscent of Dame Christie's Miss Marple mysteries: small village atmosphere, busybodies, red herrings, and all.
BUT, there the similarities end. The book appears to suffer from a lack of proofreading by an independent eye. I will always forgive the occasional slip-up, but about 30% in, I found myself so annoyed that I began noting the frequency of errors. In no time at all, I had run across 8 more in just a few pages.
The biggest issue I have with the writing is that the heroine, in the clutches of the evildoers, thinks she is doomed because no one knows where she is. In fact, a couple of pages earlier, just before she leaves for the destination, we are told that she has texted her police friend, confirmed where he was, and asked him to meet her at the suspects' location.
A little extra work would have improved this book immensely.
In fact, I enjoyed the storyline and the characters. In some ways, Death of a Celebrity is reminiscent of Dame Christie's Miss Marple mysteries: small village atmosphere, busybodies, red herrings, and all.
BUT, there the similarities end. The book appears to suffer from a lack of proofreading by an independent eye. I will always forgive the occasional slip-up, but about 30% in, I found myself so annoyed that I began noting the frequency of errors. In no time at all, I had run across 8 more in just a few pages.
The biggest issue I have with the writing is that the heroine, in the clutches of the evildoers, thinks she is doomed because no one knows where she is. In fact, a couple of pages earlier, just before she leaves for the destination, we are told that she has texted her police friend, confirmed where he was, and asked him to meet her at the suspects' location.
A little extra work would have improved this book immensely.
August 30, 2022
Apparently anyone can write a book these days. That doesn't mean they should. The dialogue is so bad, it's painful. I don't know anyone who talks the way these characters do. There was also a lot of redundancy and over explaining that drove me nuts. There were random paragraphs thrown in the middle of various scenarios that had nothing to do with what was happening at that particular moment. The plot is good just poorly executed. All of the characters were annoying and unlikable. I was surprised to find more than one typo, too. It is clear the author didn't have an editor. I honestly don't know why this book has so many five star ratings. I'd give it zero if I could. Glad I read it for free and didn't waste money.
December 2, 2018
Clean, interesting plot and characters.
February 14, 2018
Sweet and light mystery.
A cozy mystery but the real digging and research around the possible murderers are missing, which left you with the reveal at the end that no one could have seen coming only because it's consciously hidden. Not bad but could be better.
A cozy mystery but the real digging and research around the possible murderers are missing, which left you with the reveal at the end that no one could have seen coming only because it's consciously hidden. Not bad but could be better.
January 23, 2021
Kept me on my toes
Right from the start the book took off! You could see the characters with her descriptions. It took several twists and turns. You will love the pace and the storue
Right from the start the book took off! You could see the characters with her descriptions. It took several twists and turns. You will love the pace and the storue
June 30, 2017
Fun read
This was fun to read. I flip flopped a few times trying to guess the killer. There were a few mistakes but did not take away from the story.
This was fun to read. I flip flopped a few times trying to guess the killer. There were a few mistakes but did not take away from the story.
May 22, 2018
A few editing errors here and there but still an easy and enjoyable book.
February 27, 2022
Very dull and boring. No surprise who was killed.
October 4, 2019
Needs a thorough edit
As well as having several awkward spots, details in this book don't fully add up, so it needs a careful edit. Background details about her before inn time are contradictory a few places. Her reason for getting involved is Milly being blamed, but the only person talking about Milly when she declares this is her. And she's too much of an idiot for me with what she hides from the police.
As well as having several awkward spots, details in this book don't fully add up, so it needs a careful edit. Background details about her before inn time are contradictory a few places. Her reason for getting involved is Milly being blamed, but the only person talking about Milly when she declares this is her. And she's too much of an idiot for me with what she hides from the police.
April 10, 2019
Death of a celebrity
I have this novel four stars because it is a great rainy day read. It isn't just a "cozy" book, it is comfy as well. Just enough characters to make the reader more willing to solve the mystery. The sense and feel of Cape Cod are good , felt very natural.
Anyone who enjoys a rainy day or beach book will want to read this!
I have this novel four stars because it is a great rainy day read. It isn't just a "cozy" book, it is comfy as well. Just enough characters to make the reader more willing to solve the mystery. The sense and feel of Cape Cod are good , felt very natural.
Anyone who enjoys a rainy day or beach book will want to read this!
June 22, 2020
A good read.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters and story were interesting and engaging. It keeps the reader guessing. I have to day that my favorite part was the bit about not blaring the siren. I never saw the sense in that. You might as well call them ahead of time. This book is definitely worth reading.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters and story were interesting and engaging. It keeps the reader guessing. I have to day that my favorite part was the bit about not blaring the siren. I never saw the sense in that. You might as well call them ahead of time. This book is definitely worth reading.
January 30, 2021
Review
I love reading Cozy Mysteries & I liked the title & the cover. When sleuths & animals are involved I'm sold. I was surprised that Father & daughter were both involved & I also enjoyed the humor. I will be reading more. Loved it & at times I couldn't out it down long enough to cook dinner. 😁 My hubby would fix himself soup & sandwich💖
I love reading Cozy Mysteries & I liked the title & the cover. When sleuths & animals are involved I'm sold. I was surprised that Father & daughter were both involved & I also enjoyed the humor. I will be reading more. Loved it & at times I couldn't out it down long enough to cook dinner. 😁 My hubby would fix himself soup & sandwich💖
November 2, 2022
Good story, needs editing
I enjoyed the plot, the settings and the characters. It's a fast and mostly easy read. I found it jarring there were several missing words or wrong words sprinkled throughout the book.
I've purchased the next two in the series, so hopefully this improves.
Overall, I'd recommend this book.
I enjoyed the plot, the settings and the characters. It's a fast and mostly easy read. I found it jarring there were several missing words or wrong words sprinkled throughout the book.
I've purchased the next two in the series, so hopefully this improves.
Overall, I'd recommend this book.
October 23, 2023
An enjoyable mystery although I did find the police acceptance of Harriet’s involvement in the solving of the crime a little far-fetched.
It made me laugh that that the character was a writer who struggled to get her second book published, when this writer struggled with sentence punctuation.
It made me laugh that that the character was a writer who struggled to get her second book published, when this writer struggled with sentence punctuation.
August 29, 2017
A very light and enjoyable quick read of a cute cozy!
October 15, 2017
😀
I liked this book. It was like most cozy mysteries which I happen to l I'll keep. This did have a good ending.
I liked this book. It was like most cozy mysteries which I happen to l I'll keep. This did have a good ending.
December 28, 2018
Was good.
May 10, 2019
Light fun read
August 10, 2019
Ok but needs work
There are quite a few typos in this story & mixed up wording that gets a bit frustrating. It is an OK story & a nice twist near the end but not keen to read more
There are quite a few typos in this story & mixed up wording that gets a bit frustrating. It is an OK story & a nice twist near the end but not keen to read more
October 7, 2019
Great for a laid back weekend of reading
Really enjoyed this book. It was fun and entertaining and a great book for a cozy stay at home weekend. Ready to read the next book.
Really enjoyed this book. It was fun and entertaining and a great book for a cozy stay at home weekend. Ready to read the next book.
July 22, 2022
Four stars
This was an enjoyable murder mystery. The ending was somewhat disturbing. The book was well written and had been edited well.
The
This was an enjoyable murder mystery. The ending was somewhat disturbing. The book was well written and had been edited well.
The
January 11, 2023
Refreshing
This was a nice cozy read. Had me going a few times as to who the murderer was. Nice to read a book without foul language or being sexually explicit. Good clean read.
This was a nice cozy read. Had me going a few times as to who the murderer was. Nice to read a book without foul language or being sexually explicit. Good clean read.
March 30, 2023
Cute story, but poorly edited.
May 2, 2023
Busy Buddy
This was the first book in this series. I really enjoyed how she kept my attention going til the end
This was the first book in this series. I really enjoyed how she kept my attention going til the end
April 16, 2024
I didn't like the pacing and the story had holes.
October 15, 2025
A decent book. Good read to use up the time on your hands.
September 5, 2020
Enjoyable read.kept trying to work out who murderer was,glad it kept me changing my thoughts.
March 9, 2017
Good story, needs work
I really was enjoying the book. There were a few editing glitches, but nothing big. The story flowed and the writing was well done. But about 2/3 into the story, it just got confusing. The author would write something, then in the next pages or chapter it would be contradicted. Once I can see because of a rewrite, but the whole end of the book was messed. As an example, Harriet says that she texted the officer to meet her at the church, then on the next page, she is lamenting that no one knew she was there & the officer says he followed her. It got so confusing, I almost didn't finish the book. However, the book on a whole, especially if it got cleaned up, was a very entertaining read.
I really was enjoying the book. There were a few editing glitches, but nothing big. The story flowed and the writing was well done. But about 2/3 into the story, it just got confusing. The author would write something, then in the next pages or chapter it would be contradicted. Once I can see because of a rewrite, but the whole end of the book was messed. As an example, Harriet says that she texted the officer to meet her at the church, then on the next page, she is lamenting that no one knew she was there & the officer says he followed her. It got so confusing, I almost didn't finish the book. However, the book on a whole, especially if it got cleaned up, was a very entertaining read.
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