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Julie Erickson Mysteries #1
Deadly Development
Rolling Hills Condominium Development isn’t a place one would expect to find murder. Maybe that’s why the police believe the deaths of two senior citizens appear to be accidents. But forty-something resident and recent widow Julie Erickson isn’t so sure. Even though one of the ladies was obnoxious and bossy, the other was loved by everyone who knew her. And the more Julie learns about the days just before their deaths, the more convinced she is that something is amiss. Between her work at the hospital thrift shop, early morning walks with her best friend Meg, preparations for an annual craft fair, and getting to know her handsome new neighbor, Julie asks questions. But it soon becomes clear that someone doesn’t want her to find the answers.
273 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 26, 2019
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October 12, 2022
Enjoyable story. I loved the little schnauzer! Likable characters and setting. I was totally shocked at the killer reveal. I certainly recommend as a great cozy read.
August 6, 2019
This is a new-to-me author. The book is well-written and I didn’t figure out who the perpetrator was. I hope there will be other books in the series.
April 10, 2022
A new cozy mystery main character to befriend! Julie, recently widowed, finds herself in the middle of a murder mystery in her own neighborhood and Homeowners Association! When two elderly residents are murdered, Julie decides to find out why - before it happens again!
I enjoyed this book and the mystery kept me guessing. There were so many possibilities that made sense! The backstory of Julie starting to move on from recent heartbreak - her husband's death - was handled respectfully and it added to understanding why she felt she had to solve the mystery. The group of neighbors, suspects and friends, was entertaining. Bet we can all find examples of our own neighbors in the book!
There was a budding friendship/romance with a new neighbor, Grant who is a mystery/true crime author. The friendship between Grant and Julie was a nice change from the romantic interest being a law enforcement official. The loving relationship between Julie and her college age daughter, Kate and the friendship between Julie and her best friend and co-investigator, Meg- was touching and heartwarming!
I'm looking forward to the next Julie Erickson Mystery!
I enjoyed this book and the mystery kept me guessing. There were so many possibilities that made sense! The backstory of Julie starting to move on from recent heartbreak - her husband's death - was handled respectfully and it added to understanding why she felt she had to solve the mystery. The group of neighbors, suspects and friends, was entertaining. Bet we can all find examples of our own neighbors in the book!
There was a budding friendship/romance with a new neighbor, Grant who is a mystery/true crime author. The friendship between Grant and Julie was a nice change from the romantic interest being a law enforcement official. The loving relationship between Julie and her college age daughter, Kate and the friendship between Julie and her best friend and co-investigator, Meg- was touching and heartwarming!
I'm looking forward to the next Julie Erickson Mystery!
March 30, 2025
A cozy mystery with a compelling protagonist, Rolling Hills Condominium Development delivers intrigue and suspense in an unexpected setting. Julie Erickson’s determination to uncover the truth keeps the pages turning, while charming friendships and a hint of romance add depth to the story. A delightful read for mystery lovers!
February 18, 2022
Great clean mystery novel
Great read not filled with profanity or filth. Suspenseful and interesting wholesome characters. Looking forward to next in the series.
Great read not filled with profanity or filth. Suspenseful and interesting wholesome characters. Looking forward to next in the series.
April 26, 2022
Great murder mystery book and series can't wait for the next one to come out.
August 1, 2022
I cannot get enough of this series. Start with the first and read in order. These books are wonderful.
October 30, 2021
This had been sitting on my Kindle forever, and I finally just got to it! Wish I had picked it up sooner! What a great start to this series! Couldn’t put it down! Starting the second one right away!!
April 25, 2020
Julie Erickson asks a lot of questions after two deaths happen close together at The Rolling Hills Condominium Development. The more she learns the more she finds herself putting the puzzle together on what happens and placing herself in harm's way.
The book has a lot of characters but it is set in a HOA development so they are needed to show a complete picture of what goes on in the neighborhood. Cristine does a wonderful job of giving you just enough of the interactions of the people and their feelings of each other but not enough to have the Murder solved by the middle of the book. I did not see the ending coming, had me guessing with the twists and turns.
The book has a lot of characters but it is set in a HOA development so they are needed to show a complete picture of what goes on in the neighborhood. Cristine does a wonderful job of giving you just enough of the interactions of the people and their feelings of each other but not enough to have the Murder solved by the middle of the book. I did not see the ending coming, had me guessing with the twists and turns.
July 11, 2019
I don't typically read cozy mysteries, but loved this one! Great character development and a surprising and satisfying ending. Looking forward to seeing what other messes Julie may get herself into in future books.
July 19, 2019
Great read!
Good mystery. Clean language and no sex. I didn’t guess who did it. Kept me guessing and I was wrong. Grammar and punctuation were correct. It’s not every day one can get ebooks this day for a first time author. Want to read more by this author!
Good mystery. Clean language and no sex. I didn’t guess who did it. Kept me guessing and I was wrong. Grammar and punctuation were correct. It’s not every day one can get ebooks this day for a first time author. Want to read more by this author!
August 20, 2019
Excellent
Hope that this book will develop into a series
The personalities were great..the plot excellent
Had me guessing
Was not at all bored
Hope to read more about this little group
Hope that this book will develop into a series
The personalities were great..the plot excellent
Had me guessing
Was not at all bored
Hope to read more about this little group
July 27, 2019
Fun book. Kept me guessing on who the bad guy was.
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