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Peyton Clark #2.5
Big Easy Murder
BIG EASY MURDER is a novella in the Peyton Clark series.
Peyton Clark’s life is anything but ordinary. And it’s about to get even more bizarre.
As if it weren’t enough to be on the receiving end of the affections of two men, one of whom is deceased, Peyton finds herself in the middle of a murder mystery taking place nearly sixty years earlier.
Ryan Kelly, her very much alive boyfriend, is by her side while the spirit of Drake Montague, a 19th century policeman, is inside her head and her heart.
As Peyton finds herself drawn into the shadowy world of New Orleans voodoo, she can only hope she escapes unscathed. Or will she become the victim of another murder in the Big Easy?
Peyton Clark’s life is anything but ordinary. And it’s about to get even more bizarre.
As if it weren’t enough to be on the receiving end of the affections of two men, one of whom is deceased, Peyton finds herself in the middle of a murder mystery taking place nearly sixty years earlier.
Ryan Kelly, her very much alive boyfriend, is by her side while the spirit of Drake Montague, a 19th century policeman, is inside her head and her heart.
As Peyton finds herself drawn into the shadowy world of New Orleans voodoo, she can only hope she escapes unscathed. Or will she become the victim of another murder in the Big Easy?
66 pages, ebook
First published January 26, 2016
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About the author
H.P. Mallory
363 books2,800 followersI’m a huge fan of anything paranormal and I always have been. I get super excited whenever they have those Twilight Zone Marathon days and anything ghost or vampire related will always attract my attention.
My interests are varied but aside from writing, I’m most excited about traveling. I’m extremely fortunate to have been able to live in England and Scotland, both places really having a profound effect on my books.
Thanks for checking out my books and I hope you enjoy them! Happy Haunting!
H.P.
My interests are varied but aside from writing, I’m most excited about traveling. I’m extremely fortunate to have been able to live in England and Scotland, both places really having a profound effect on my books.
Thanks for checking out my books and I hope you enjoy them! Happy Haunting!
H.P.
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November 15, 2016
I am a huge fan anything HP, like to be honest I obsess over her books, I have 4 on my Currently Reading list actually... I am trying to catch up on reading and her's are a priority.
That being said while her books are amazing and I am always lusting after the next one... this one didn't leave me wanting more. I think this is mostly because Peyton's story is probably my fourth favorite out of her four heroines.
It took me a bit to get into the story but of course once I did I simply could not put this book down. I loved it and I love how complex the storyline is, actually it might almost be her most complex story line. Plus it is set in New Orleans which makes it a whole lot of fun on it's own. I am anxious to see where this story goes because well it is HP and I live for her books. I am just sad that this one didn't bring me in as fast as normal, but still amazing writing all together!
That being said while her books are amazing and I am always lusting after the next one... this one didn't leave me wanting more. I think this is mostly because Peyton's story is probably my fourth favorite out of her four heroines.
It took me a bit to get into the story but of course once I did I simply could not put this book down. I loved it and I love how complex the storyline is, actually it might almost be her most complex story line. Plus it is set in New Orleans which makes it a whole lot of fun on it's own. I am anxious to see where this story goes because well it is HP and I live for her books. I am just sad that this one didn't bring me in as fast as normal, but still amazing writing all together!
July 30, 2021
I love Payton. She is determined to get things done. This book was a nice addition to the story. I am very frustrated with her and her men choice. I hope she figures things out soon.
March 4, 2017
Great book, I just wanted more!
April 15, 2016
4.5 stars...it was sooooo good to "see" Peyton again finally! I really enjoy this series, but I think HP Mallory could rewrite the Emancipation Proclamation and I would be thrilled to read every word!
"Big Easy Murder" definitely needs to be read in order within the series, imo. it's a really good series so far...but once again, so is everything else Mallory writes/has written! lol.
cult following, I think .
"Big Easy Murder" definitely needs to be read in order within the series, imo. it's a really good series so far...but once again, so is everything else Mallory writes/has written! lol.
cult following, I think .
April 11, 2016
Love the characters, but it is not a full story
Love HP Mallory's books, have really enjoyed most of her books. However this new "novella" fad where you only get a portion of a book just doesn't work for me. I feel like I only get part of a story not a short story. I would rather wait a little longer for the full story.
Love HP Mallory's books, have really enjoyed most of her books. However this new "novella" fad where you only get a portion of a book just doesn't work for me. I feel like I only get part of a story not a short story. I would rather wait a little longer for the full story.
June 21, 2016
Peyton Clarke is one heck of a woman. She is continuously pushed out of her comfort zone and she does it with grace. I always enjoy H.P.'s stories and I am happy this one didn't end in a cliff hanger but still left it open for more adventures for Peyton.
February 5, 2016
A great short in an awesome series
June 28, 2016
So good but way too short.
May 10, 2016
Big easy murder
I enjoy the Peyton Clark series and this book was no disappointment. It is shorter than the other books but well worth reading.
I enjoy the Peyton Clark series and this book was no disappointment. It is shorter than the other books but well worth reading.
September 26, 2018
What happened to Peter’s first wife?
Big Easy Murder by H.P. Mallory is mysterious short read. I enjoyed the story, and I love the Peyton Clark series. It is so great that H.P. Mallory decided to add to this series.
Peyton Clark
Peyton is a transplant to New Orleans who is rehabbing a mansion. She is in a relationship with Ryan who is alive, but she is also in a relationship with Drake, who is a ghost that shares her body. I know kind of weird, but it works. Drake at times speaks in French, and you can tell that he cares about Peyton.
If you didn’t figure it out already, Peyton speaks to ghosts, with the help of her friends anyway. Although, I don’t think that Peyton likes speaking to spirits, well, other than Drake. However, she does want to help people, and she figures that this is the perfect way to help others.
Peyton is one of those friendly people that you can talk with. She makes friends quickly and if she were a real person I would be one of her friends. Besides she can see and talk to ghosts. How cool is that?
The mystery
Peter MacGregor comes to Peyton through his friendship with Ryan. He is seeking an explanation for his first wife’s murder. Peter believes that she is haunting his home.
To find the answers, Peyton visits Peter's home and witnesses the murder. However, and one of the things that I like about Peyton is that she now knows the how, but she needs to know the why. Finding the why would be necessary for me too. It’s kind of like the Scooby Doo Mysteries; you know when the kids explain why the masked person was doing the wrong thing. Well, I want to know too. Peyton is extremely curious.
I won’t tell you the why you will need to read the book. But I will tell you that if you have read the first two books, you will have a better understanding of the person who caused the murder.
4 Stars for Big Easy Murder by H.P. Mallory
Big Easy Murder by H.P. Mallory gets a four stars rating. I loved the story I just thought that it ended a little fast, hence the four stars. However, I am sure that the next book Brown Eyed Ghoul will wrap up the rest of the unanswered questions. I truly recommend this series. If you love paranormal, ghosts, voodoo and New Orleans, this is an excellent book for you.
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Big Easy Murder by H.P. Mallory is mysterious short read. I enjoyed the story, and I love the Peyton Clark series. It is so great that H.P. Mallory decided to add to this series.
Peyton Clark
Peyton is a transplant to New Orleans who is rehabbing a mansion. She is in a relationship with Ryan who is alive, but she is also in a relationship with Drake, who is a ghost that shares her body. I know kind of weird, but it works. Drake at times speaks in French, and you can tell that he cares about Peyton.
If you didn’t figure it out already, Peyton speaks to ghosts, with the help of her friends anyway. Although, I don’t think that Peyton likes speaking to spirits, well, other than Drake. However, she does want to help people, and she figures that this is the perfect way to help others.
Peyton is one of those friendly people that you can talk with. She makes friends quickly and if she were a real person I would be one of her friends. Besides she can see and talk to ghosts. How cool is that?
The mystery
Peter MacGregor comes to Peyton through his friendship with Ryan. He is seeking an explanation for his first wife’s murder. Peter believes that she is haunting his home.
To find the answers, Peyton visits Peter's home and witnesses the murder. However, and one of the things that I like about Peyton is that she now knows the how, but she needs to know the why. Finding the why would be necessary for me too. It’s kind of like the Scooby Doo Mysteries; you know when the kids explain why the masked person was doing the wrong thing. Well, I want to know too. Peyton is extremely curious.
I won’t tell you the why you will need to read the book. But I will tell you that if you have read the first two books, you will have a better understanding of the person who caused the murder.
4 Stars for Big Easy Murder by H.P. Mallory
Big Easy Murder by H.P. Mallory gets a four stars rating. I loved the story I just thought that it ended a little fast, hence the four stars. However, I am sure that the next book Brown Eyed Ghoul will wrap up the rest of the unanswered questions. I truly recommend this series. If you love paranormal, ghosts, voodoo and New Orleans, this is an excellent book for you.
This Guest Review is for Baroness' Book Trove. Thank you for the opportunity to review this book on your site.
This review was originally posted on Baroness' Book Trove
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