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Off The Record
"...writing portions of the story in transcript form was genius..." —Judy Pisani, COURT REPORTER, NEW YORK
"Great plot! I loved it!" —Doreen Sutton, RPR, CSR, CR, FAP, COURT REPORTER, ARIZONA
"Wonderful story!...Readers are in for a treat as Diana Kilpatrick unfolds the layers of the court reporting profession in an entertaining and informative way....” —Elaine Childs, CSR, COURT REPORTER, CALIFORNIA
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As a busy court reporter in a small Idaho town, Shae Rose ordinarily minds her own sharing a duplex with two elderly sisters, Bernice and Clarabelle Darling, riding a Harley on fine sunny summer weekends, and devoting time to her Chihuahua, Hercules. And though she is privy to people’s legal troubles, large and small, she leaves her work at the deposition room door. She wouldn’t dream of meddling.
All of that changes when Shae finds herself embroiled in a case involving a wealthy prominent local family. At first the case appears straightforward, but the court reporter soon discovers dark secrets lay just beneath the sheen of the family’s polished exterior.
Her troubles begin after taking possession of an unusual deposition exhibit. Intrusions and personal attacks ensue, confirming a horrible Shae has become the unwitting central player in events that have been forty years in the making. It doesn’t take long for Shae to realize that someone is willing to do anything to keep the truth from being revealed.
With her career and her very life on the line, she accepts the aid of the handsome Sergeant Jackson Landers. As his investigation heats up, so does Shae’s attraction to Jax, as he’s known by his friends. But can she reveal her suspicions to him?
Will Shae be able to protect herself and those she loves, help solve a mystery, while maintaining her mandated professional confidentiality?
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Diana Kilpatrick’s debut novel, “Off the Record,” introduces us to Shae Rose, a feisty and lovable court reporter who lifts the veiled curtain, offering a unique and entertaining peek into the secretive world of deposition court reporting.
BOOK 1, Shae Rose Mystery
Diana Kilpatrick
First Steps Publishing
For readers of Cozy mysteries, women sleuth, amateur sleuth, humorous, clean read, court reporter
"Great plot! I loved it!" —Doreen Sutton, RPR, CSR, CR, FAP, COURT REPORTER, ARIZONA
"Wonderful story!...Readers are in for a treat as Diana Kilpatrick unfolds the layers of the court reporting profession in an entertaining and informative way....” —Elaine Childs, CSR, COURT REPORTER, CALIFORNIA
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As a busy court reporter in a small Idaho town, Shae Rose ordinarily minds her own sharing a duplex with two elderly sisters, Bernice and Clarabelle Darling, riding a Harley on fine sunny summer weekends, and devoting time to her Chihuahua, Hercules. And though she is privy to people’s legal troubles, large and small, she leaves her work at the deposition room door. She wouldn’t dream of meddling.
All of that changes when Shae finds herself embroiled in a case involving a wealthy prominent local family. At first the case appears straightforward, but the court reporter soon discovers dark secrets lay just beneath the sheen of the family’s polished exterior.
Her troubles begin after taking possession of an unusual deposition exhibit. Intrusions and personal attacks ensue, confirming a horrible Shae has become the unwitting central player in events that have been forty years in the making. It doesn’t take long for Shae to realize that someone is willing to do anything to keep the truth from being revealed.
With her career and her very life on the line, she accepts the aid of the handsome Sergeant Jackson Landers. As his investigation heats up, so does Shae’s attraction to Jax, as he’s known by his friends. But can she reveal her suspicions to him?
Will Shae be able to protect herself and those she loves, help solve a mystery, while maintaining her mandated professional confidentiality?
- - -
Diana Kilpatrick’s debut novel, “Off the Record,” introduces us to Shae Rose, a feisty and lovable court reporter who lifts the veiled curtain, offering a unique and entertaining peek into the secretive world of deposition court reporting.
BOOK 1, Shae Rose Mystery
Diana Kilpatrick
First Steps Publishing
For readers of Cozy mysteries, women sleuth, amateur sleuth, humorous, clean read, court reporter
389 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 10, 2019
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June 17, 2019
I really enjoyed the story. The writing was very good, especially for a debut novel. I am a fellow court reporter myself, so of course I noticed a few things that got past the proofreaders, but that happens. The story was about as improbable for a court reporter as they come, but that's what fiction is about - suspending one's beliefs.
Most court reporters aren't treated as nicely as Shae was in this story. As I have experience as both a freelance court reporter and official court reporter (inside the courtroom), most attorneys in depositions barely give the court reporter a second glance. You are a potted plant. :) But maybe people are nicer in Ketchum, Idaho.
I have to give kudos to the author. She's a court reporter and she published a novel, my biggest dream. So thank you for inspiring me to keep going.
Most court reporters aren't treated as nicely as Shae was in this story. As I have experience as both a freelance court reporter and official court reporter (inside the courtroom), most attorneys in depositions barely give the court reporter a second glance. You are a potted plant. :) But maybe people are nicer in Ketchum, Idaho.
I have to give kudos to the author. She's a court reporter and she published a novel, my biggest dream. So thank you for inspiring me to keep going.
May 16, 2019
The storyline is great for a fun quick read (even if entirely improbable). It's a nice fun jaunt and was a great weekend read curled up on my couch. I will agree with reviewers below that a thorough proofreading is in order. While it does not take away from the storyline it can definitely pull you out of the story when you notice them. Overall, I'd still read Shae's next adventure!
May 14, 2019
Improbable but fun story line. Liked the way it.linked into her next book. For a court reporter, she needs a REAL proofreader. Way too many errors. Like referring to Exhibit B when she clearly meant C. I'll stop there.
May 18, 2019
It was a really good book. Fast read. The story kept me interested and wanting more. Funny and lighthearted with a twist of mystery and murder. I can’t wait to read the next one.
July 29, 2019
As someone who is a proofreader for court reporters, when I heard about this book, I immediately pre-ordered it, which I never do! While it's certainly not perfect, I loved the characters, and the mystery was very compelling. I loved that she included some text like it would be in a transcript. Made it hard for me to turn off the proofreader side of my brain, though. ;) I also loved how she included so much detail about what it's like to be a court reporter. It helped me get a better glimpse into the lives of the court reporters I work with. Definitely looking forward to more books in this series!
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