Something Fishy

Sanibel Island Mysteries #2

by Jennifer L. Schiff

When reporter Guinivere Jones's ex-husband shows up on Sanibel and then becomes the chief suspect in a crime, Guin is lured into helping him. Can she reel in her emotions and catch the killer? It’s been nine months since Guin moved from cold, gray New England to warm, sunny Sanibel—and she’s never been happier. She has a great new job, working for the local paper; a great new beau, a sexy marine biologist; and a great little apartment, just minutes from the beach. Even her two cats love it on Sanibel. Everything has been going great for Guin (except maybe finding that dead body, but she found the killer and turned it into a killer story). That is until her ex-husband, Art, shows up. Within 24 hours of his arrival on Sanibel, for a fishing trip and sales conference, Art becomes the prime suspect in the disappearance of his rival. And it’s going to take all Guin’s wits to keep him out of jail—and out of her bedroom. Can she do it? The second book in the Sanibel Island Mystery series, SOMETHING FISHY once again features intrepid reporter Guinivere Jones; her sometime nemesis, Detective William O’Loughlin; her best friend, Shelly; her marine biologist beau, Dr. Harrison “Harry Heartthrob” Hartwick; and her two feline companions, Flora and Fauna—along with several new characters sure to delight.

Genres: Mystery

349 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 11, 2018

About the author

Jennifer Lonoff Schiff is the author of the popular Sanibel Island Mystery series and the stand-alone novels Tinder Fella, a delightful rom-com set in NYC, and Something's Cooking in Chianti, a culinary mystery set in Italy.

Prior to her career as an author, Jennifer worked as a fact-checker, researcher, writer, and/or editor for a variety of magazines and book publishers. She eventually left the publishing world to found a boutique marketing communications agency that helped companies tell their story, for which she won several awards.

When not busy working on her next novel, Jennifer can be found playing with her two cats, taking long walks on the beach, or with her nose in someone else's book.

Reviews

[Susan B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is nothing fishy about how much I love these books!!

[Sally · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was supposed to be on Sanibel when I read this, but of course beach vacations were canceled this year. I enjoyed it anyway.

[Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this series.

Love the descriptions of the island. Great story line with engaging characters. Can’t wait to continue the series. Enjoyable read.

[Kathleen M Kulinski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Couldn't Put it down

Her books get better and better. Must admit I figured out who did it before the end but the story was awesome. Cant wait for book 3!

[Andi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Even better than the first one in the series, with a well developed plot, great setting details and a new love interest!

[Holly · Rating 2 out of 5]

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[Meg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent. Well written. Fun Read!!!

[Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE reading about my home town and all the wonderful places on Sanibel and Captiva. I just finished Something Fishy!! I can't wait to read the next installment of the series. These characters are so rich and appealing I feel like they are MY friends. I love that I can get in my car and drive to these places and see where Guin has been!! GREAT BOOK!!!!

[Janice Arnold · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love these Sanibel books. I love that area and can picture the beaches, shells and beautiful weather. This book was a shocker. Now I’m heading to book #3. Thank you Jennifer Schiff for your wonderful writings.

[Jamie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Whenever I visit Sanibel Island, I purchase another book in this series. Well, I just went there, so I got book 2. Such a fun, easy, light beach read! Really makes me want to move to Sanibel!
I really liked this one! Guin is getting a bit sassy in her choices of men, lol.
Can't wait to head back and get the third book!

[Julia · Rating 5 out of 5]

The perfect follow-up and another great romp through Sanibel and Captiva islands! Quin's dining choices always influence my own and her carefully crafted characters add just enough spice without becoming jalapeno level. Just a delightful read! Can't wait for book #3 in the series.

[Brittony · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was even better than the first in the series and I couldn’t put it down. I love how fun these books are and they’re perfect summer reads. I’m already starting the third one!

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book!!! Having been to Sanibel Island and did some shelling on the beach I felt like I was really them!!! It's been 9 months since Guin moved from the cold New England to sunny Sanibel. She has a great new job working for the local paper, a great new beau and a great new apartment just minutes from the beach. Even her two cats love living there. Then her ex-husband Art shows up. Within 24 hours of his arrival for a fishing trip and sales conference Art becomes the prime suspect in the disappearance of his rival. And it's going to take all Guins wits to keep him out of jail and out of her bedroom can she, do it???? Loved this story could not put this book down!!!!

[Cynthia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun Read!

This was my second read in the series and I am enjoying reading about Guin’s adventures. In this book in the series, Guin’s ex-husband Art comes to town and gets embroiled in the midst of corporate intrigue, a murder plot and tries to find ways to win back Guin’s heart. Art doesn’t stand a chance despite his futile attempts to prove he’s a changed man, but Guin manages to help keep him from getting into worse trouble as she truly believes him incapable of murder.

Great romp. Series would even make a Hallmark movies and mysteries TV movie series.

[Kelly · Rating 2 out of 5]

I received this book as a gift due to my family's long history and close ties with Sanibel Island. While I appreciated the setting, it felt very forced and predictable. Too many landmarks were awkwardly mentioned (did Doc Ford's sponsor this book?) and the storyline was immediately apparent. It's rare that a book is this difficult to get through, but I'm glad it's over. Would not recommend.

[Brenda · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a fun “souvenir” I picked up at Mackintosh Books on Sanibel Island. It can easily be read without having read the first one in the series. A nice addition would be drawings or photographs of all the different shells Guin mentions during her shelling excursions on the beach. Nice beach read, good plot and characters, but not too deep.

[Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Something fishy

I just love how Jennifer writes about Sanibel and fort Myers area. And also her knowledge about shelling. The story is the cherry on the top. On to the next one. Can't wait to see who she ends up with.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 2: Another mystery, another death (2), and several beaus! Who could ask for anything more….Oh wait, how about a wonderful ocean view resort town!! Perfect location for the mystery. A great story, even better cliff hanger…Guess I will have to read the next installment!

[Polly · Rating 3 out of 5]

fun read. good vacation book. light and relaxing and at times funny

[Margarita Roque · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great mystery.

I love this mystery book , and it keeps you guessing. I love the characters, and where the story takes place. I'll definitely recommend this book I all my coworkers.

[Melissa · Rating 2 out of 5]

Cozy mystery. Pretty simple, easy read. A little tedious with the ongoing narration of even the smallest daily tasks. Interesting having visited Sanibel recently. Fist book in the series was better

[Tina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another cozy mystery with the murderer at the end that was truly a surprise. Love the banter between Guin and Ris. This is a good series.

[Joan Duquette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love reading this book. Thank you Jennifer!

[Karen Hatfield · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sanibel Fan #2

I actually liked this book more than book 1. The plot seemed a little more solid. Still a very easy read. Finished in one day.

[Cathy Boris · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the second book of this series I have read. I'm looking forward to starting the 3rd book.
Good books!

[Patricia Woolfrey · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book

Great story line and good book! Can’t wait to read the next in the series! Very good author and have enjoyed all her books

[Sheri · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series. I'm going to read the next in this series. A very good book

[Nancy Terwoord · Rating 5 out of 5]

not stinky

I am enjoying this series….easy light reading. Quick read with some intrigue! I will continue the series! What’s next for Guin and who does she wind up with…..?

[Gayla Geise-Gremaux]

Intriguing

Always array of different characters that keep it interesting n a great page turner. It doesn't hurt that its always an intriguing murder to solve👍👍

[E'Who'Reads'a'Thousand'Mysteries · Rating 5 out of 5]

Funny

This funny and scenic cozy mystery set on the island was lovely. Also the outlandish expectations of a certain eccentric character was absolutely hilarious!