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A Booklover's Mystery #3
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It is possibly the most repugnant piece of fiction in all of England. So why is Plumtree Press, one of the country's most respectable publishing houses, about to add the hotly controversial new novel to its list? Publisher Alex Plumtree isn't talking. Hardly anyone knows he has taken on the project as a favor to the Prime Minister.
Forget the bad press and hateful reviews. Alex swiftly finds himself on the wrong side of a lawsuit, bugged, betrayed, roughed up, and implicated in murder. Suddenly Alex doesn't know who to trust. For someone is clearly determined to stop the presses at any cost. The only thing Alex does know for certain is that going to press with this book may cost him more than just his reputation...it may cost him his life.
Forget the bad press and hateful reviews. Alex swiftly finds himself on the wrong side of a lawsuit, bugged, betrayed, roughed up, and implicated in murder. Suddenly Alex doesn't know who to trust. For someone is clearly determined to stop the presses at any cost. The only thing Alex does know for certain is that going to press with this book may cost him more than just his reputation...it may cost him his life.
400 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published November 3, 1998
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October 7, 2010
This was my favorite of the first three Book Lover's Mysteries. It felt like there was more interaction amongst the characters than introspective dialogue. The plot was a bit convoluted but very interesting and I'm really enjoying the character development, not only of the main two characters, but the "supporting cast" as well.
June 22, 2020
"It is possibly the most repugnant piece of fiction in all of England. So why is Plumtree Press, one of the country's most respectable publishing houses, about to add the hotly controversial new novel to its list? Publisher Alex Plumtree isn't talking. So hardly anyone knows he has taken on the project as a favor to the Prime Minister. Forget the bad press and hateful reviews. Alex swiftly finds himself on the wrong side of a lawsuit, bugged, betrayed, roughed up, and implicated in murder. Suddenly Alex doesn't know who to trust. For someone is clearly determined to stop the presses at any cost. The only thing Alex does know for certain is that going to press with this book may cost him more than just his reputation ... it may cost him his life."
I see a pattern to this series. Alex decides to (or is inveigled into) publish a book that out of the ordinary. Suddenly buildings are destroyed, people are killed, he's beaten up or narrowly escapes an attempt on his life. And he can't figure out who's behind it all. More and more narrow escapes, until in the end it turns out there's more than one person behind it all, but they're (mostly) brought to justice. It's a bit more violent than I'd like, but I'll soldier on through the fourth one, at least.
I see a pattern to this series. Alex decides to (or is inveigled into) publish a book that out of the ordinary. Suddenly buildings are destroyed, people are killed, he's beaten up or narrowly escapes an attempt on his life. And he can't figure out who's behind it all. More and more narrow escapes, until in the end it turns out there's more than one person behind it all, but they're (mostly) brought to justice. It's a bit more violent than I'd like, but I'll soldier on through the fourth one, at least.
September 28, 2015
I truly enjoy this series. So much so that I went out and bought every book in the series I could find. Still looking for #5, but I will find it....I will find it.
As far as I can tell, this is the only series the author has out in print. I looked her up on fantasticfiction in hopes of more. No joy. She needs to have more out there.
English politics is in the forefront of this entry in the series, manipulation and politics. It's a bit complicated and a lot intriguing. Powers that be want to remain in power and to do so, they want Alex Plumtree to publish a book that has so far been serialized. it's a book that glorifies class supremacy and causes an uproar the likes of which hasn't been seen in a very long time.
Alex has to stay quiet about his reasons for publishing even as the lawsuits and threats pile up on his doorstep.
It is a superbly told story.
Definite recommend.
As far as I can tell, this is the only series the author has out in print. I looked her up on fantasticfiction in hopes of more. No joy. She needs to have more out there.
English politics is in the forefront of this entry in the series, manipulation and politics. It's a bit complicated and a lot intriguing. Powers that be want to remain in power and to do so, they want Alex Plumtree to publish a book that has so far been serialized. it's a book that glorifies class supremacy and causes an uproar the likes of which hasn't been seen in a very long time.
Alex has to stay quiet about his reasons for publishing even as the lawsuits and threats pile up on his doorstep.
It is a superbly told story.
Definite recommend.
November 9, 2017
I love all the books in this series by Julie Kaewert! Bought the first four books many years ago, in a local bookstore, and searched out the rest of the series. Then I bought several of them a second time, after they were lost in a fire. The narrator reminds me of the best Dick Francis heroes ... he is polite, unassuming, honest, and stronger than he knows, with a great sense of humor. Alex has inherited a small publishing business in London, and he finds that the book business is more dangerous than he ever suspected. If you love books, and enjoy a good old-fashioned hero, this book is for you. I just wish there were more books in the series!
(This is a copy of my review posted on Amazon.com on March 9, 2017. I'm going to copy it into all the books of this series -- they are that good!)
(This is a copy of my review posted on Amazon.com on March 9, 2017. I'm going to copy it into all the books of this series -- they are that good!)
April 8, 2009
Stuffy and a chore to get through.
November 5, 2013
Another mystery about Plumtree Press. Not great literature but fun. You do learn things about the book world.
February 19, 2013
Excellent mystery, good writing and characters. I really liked the first three or four in this series - later ones, not as much.
January 29, 2018
A clean mystery with several scenes of danger, nicely paced, but won't keep you up at night.
April 15, 2020
I agree with much that's already been mentioned. I wouldn't waste time slugging through this. Good ideas, but not worth it. The cover leads one to assume it a cozy or at least a fun read, which it really isn't.
September 21, 2020
So far I like this the best of the series. Enjoyed learned about printing. Amazing how the issues in the book written 12 years ago are still present today.
March 28, 2025
Good writing, good characters. A really enjoyable series!
March 15, 2021
The author wrote this prior to the vote that ended England's association with the European Union. As the book opens, a fictional character, presumably based loosely on the life of Nigel Farage, wrote a book that status quo politicians hoped would be so repugnant to British readers that they would, upon reading it, turn against those clamoring for separation from the European Union.
Alex Plumtree is a sensible quiet guy whose small publishing house produces largely academic-oriented texts. It’s understandable that he might get some stars in his eyes when the chief occupant of #10 Downing Street, the British prime minister, reaches out to him to ask a favor. In short, the PM wants Alex to publish a book that encourages the cleansing of a whole economic class of people. Government leaders are certain that the book’s publication will turn the tide against Brexit and allow the UK to remain in tact and fully committed to the European Union.
Alex takes on the assignment with no small degree of reservations, and shortly after he does, the bodies start piling up. Seemingly invisible forces target his staff, his friends, even his beloved fiancé, Sarah, away on a skiing movie shoot, lists high on the target list Plumtree’s enemies create.
I enjoy this series. It’s very cerebral, but the plot moves quickly enough that your mind doesn’t wander. His love for Sarah is exquisite and almost old fashioned in its romantic intensity. It makes you like Plumtree even more.
Alex Plumtree is a sensible quiet guy whose small publishing house produces largely academic-oriented texts. It’s understandable that he might get some stars in his eyes when the chief occupant of #10 Downing Street, the British prime minister, reaches out to him to ask a favor. In short, the PM wants Alex to publish a book that encourages the cleansing of a whole economic class of people. Government leaders are certain that the book’s publication will turn the tide against Brexit and allow the UK to remain in tact and fully committed to the European Union.
Alex takes on the assignment with no small degree of reservations, and shortly after he does, the bodies start piling up. Seemingly invisible forces target his staff, his friends, even his beloved fiancé, Sarah, away on a skiing movie shoot, lists high on the target list Plumtree’s enemies create.
I enjoy this series. It’s very cerebral, but the plot moves quickly enough that your mind doesn’t wander. His love for Sarah is exquisite and almost old fashioned in its romantic intensity. It makes you like Plumtree even more.
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March 26, 2010Unprintable by Julie Kaewert (1998)
May 21, 2013
I enjoy this series. The writing isn't fluff and can be a little complex with the various references to groups historical and present, but all in all a great read.
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