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Gertrude, Gumshoe Cozy Mystery Box Set: Complete Series
The complete bestselling cozy mystery series for one low price!
You know that eccentric great-aunt no one wants to sit beside at family functions? Or that neighbor who's just a little too strange to get to know? Or the pushy woman at the thrift store? Maybe you know Gertrude. She's a smidge snarky. She's frightfully frugal. And she's fearless. She'll find a body in a house of balls. She'll tick off the local police. She'll go undercover at Thrifty-Help. And she might even manage to get herself kidnapped while yardsaling. All in the name of justice. "FUN, FUN read!" "Laugh out loud funny!" "What a hoot!"
You know that eccentric great-aunt no one wants to sit beside at family functions? Or that neighbor who's just a little too strange to get to know? Or the pushy woman at the thrift store? Maybe you know Gertrude. She's a smidge snarky. She's frightfully frugal. And she's fearless. She'll find a body in a house of balls. She'll tick off the local police. She'll go undercover at Thrifty-Help. And she might even manage to get herself kidnapped while yardsaling. All in the name of justice. "FUN, FUN read!" "Laugh out loud funny!" "What a hoot!"
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697 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 8, 2018
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August 28, 2022
Gertrude is annoying, ignorant, cranky, somewhat technologically challenged, rude, irritating but also occasionally kind-hearted, funny and manages to somehow be in the right place at the right time to solve (at least sort-of) some mysteries.
Sometimes I found these books challenging (like Gertrude actually) and sometimes I couldn't wait to find out what happened next.
I wouldn't say these are the best books ever but worth a read.
Sometimes I found these books challenging (like Gertrude actually) and sometimes I couldn't wait to find out what happened next.
I wouldn't say these are the best books ever but worth a read.
May 27, 2019
Introducing Gertrude, Gumshoe was my fourth read from author Robin Merrill. Very different than the Piercehaven books I'd previously read by her, the book was entertaining & enjoyable.
Gertrude Gumshoe: Murder at Goodwill was my fifth read from author Robin Merrill. This mystery was entertaining & enjoyable (think Murder She Wrote with an average female lead).
Gertrude Gumshoe: Murder and the Vardsale Villain was my sixth read from author Robin Merrill.
Gertrude Gumshoe: Slam Is Murder was my seventh read from author Robin Merrill.
Gertrude Gumshoe: Gunslinger City was my eighth read from author Robin Merrill.
Gertrude Gumshoe & the Clearwater Curse was my ninth read from author Robin Merrill. each book is better than the last. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
Gertrude Gumshoe: Murder at Goodwill was my fifth read from author Robin Merrill. This mystery was entertaining & enjoyable (think Murder She Wrote with an average female lead).
Gertrude Gumshoe: Murder and the Vardsale Villain was my sixth read from author Robin Merrill.
Gertrude Gumshoe: Slam Is Murder was my seventh read from author Robin Merrill.
Gertrude Gumshoe: Gunslinger City was my eighth read from author Robin Merrill.
Gertrude Gumshoe & the Clearwater Curse was my ninth read from author Robin Merrill. each book is better than the last. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
May 11, 2021
I did not expect to enjoy this really, but as a boxset for 1 audible credit, I thought that I’d give it a try. I listened to all 6 episodes one straight after the other and was sad when I got to the end of the last one!
The stories are Stand alone, meaning that there are no cliffhangers to irritate (or entice - depending on your preference). Having said that, there are a couple of references to what had happened earlier in Gertrude’s (or Hazel’s), adventures! But they just add continuity, rather than spoil the story.
As for Gertrude, you either tolerate her or warm to her. I can’t say anything stronger (or nicer) than that!
If you like Cozy Mystery’s with quirky (cranky), mature women, then this will not disappoint!
Enjoy!
The stories are Stand alone, meaning that there are no cliffhangers to irritate (or entice - depending on your preference). Having said that, there are a couple of references to what had happened earlier in Gertrude’s (or Hazel’s), adventures! But they just add continuity, rather than spoil the story.
As for Gertrude, you either tolerate her or warm to her. I can’t say anything stronger (or nicer) than that!
If you like Cozy Mystery’s with quirky (cranky), mature women, then this will not disappoint!
Enjoy!
May 21, 2020
Gertrude she is quirky, and doesn’t take the word no. When she decides to do something rather a missing cat or murder finds she has the skill or determation to solve. Full of humor and good narrator.
Murder at Goodwill
She found the latest scent in perfume at goodwill a dead body with a green lamp shade on top. Can one only imagine her going undercover, she is funny, quirky and determine to solve.
Murder at Yardsale
Shopping on the internet is proving fatal as woman go missing. Gertrude saves the day by solving. Good series and narrator. Given audio for my voluntary review and my honest opinion
Murder at Goodwill
She found the latest scent in perfume at goodwill a dead body with a green lamp shade on top. Can one only imagine her going undercover, she is funny, quirky and determine to solve.
Murder at Yardsale
Shopping on the internet is proving fatal as woman go missing. Gertrude saves the day by solving. Good series and narrator. Given audio for my voluntary review and my honest opinion
March 21, 2019
Gertrude, Gumshoe Cozy Mystery Box Set: Books 1–6 was a great read by Robin Merrill. The book includes: Introducing Gertrude, Gumshoe; Gertrude, Gumshoe: Murder at Goodwill; Gertrude, Gumshoe: And the Vardsale Villain; Gertrude, Gumshoe: Slam is Murder; Gertrude, Gumshoe: Gunslinger City; and Gertrude, Gumshoe: And the Clearwater Curse. Gertrude goes undercover and is also trying to find the murderers and kidnappers I absolutely loved reading these books and can't wait to read more by Robin Merrill.
May 17, 2020
Such a fun series! Gertrude is such a character that everyone around her seems normal. I enjoyed her escapades and her determination. This series is light and often hilarious. A popcorn book to sit back and enjoy.
October 2, 2023
These were such a sweet surprise! I love Gertrude and Calvin. They are a cantankerous but lovable pair, and so much fun! The mysteries were great too—very well thought out and unique.
I can’t wait to read more Gertrude!
I can’t wait to read more Gertrude!
October 30, 2019
Not for me I am afraid, was very disappointed
September 3, 2020
A laugh a line
Just flows along with a laugh a line.
Great mystery stories hiding in a comedic setting! Easy to read, not necessarily easy to put down.
Just flows along with a laugh a line.
Great mystery stories hiding in a comedic setting! Easy to read, not necessarily easy to put down.
February 14, 2021
Gertrude gumshoe
Absolutely hilarious!!from the start this author had me tittering every page. Gertrude is a laugh a minute without even realising it.
Absolutely hilarious!!from the start this author had me tittering every page. Gertrude is a laugh a minute without even realising it.
February 25, 2021
Please see individual stories for review.
May 4, 2021
Review to follow
August 19, 2023
A cantankerous old lady that solves crime thanks to her brilliance or is it despite it ? Who knows ! Read it and se for yourself.
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