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The Sleuth Sisters Mysteries #7
Captured, Escape, Repeat
In Book 7, Retta and her FBI agent boyfriend stop in Green Bay, Wisconsin, for the night. Lars goes out on a mysterious errand and disappears, leaving a text message that says he's dumping Retta for an old flame.
The police take the message at face value, but Retta, sure it's a lie, calls in sisters Faye and Barb. As they begin following leads, they meet three sisters who might be future versions of them: Betty, a sweetheart who loves the Green Bay Packers; DeeAnne, a dramatic type who is always in acting mode; and Lydia, a business-like grump. They say they don't know where Lars could be, but something doesn't smell right at their antique/vintage shop located in an old mill, and it isn't just the many cats that roam the place freely.
Retta is soon captured and held prisoner. She escapes, is caught, and escapes again...and again, because Retta isn't the type to give up.
Barb and Faye search frantically for her, with Styx the Newfoundland as their clumsy-but-dedicated ally. Their investigation leads to stolen Iraqi artifacts, an old farmhouse in the sticks, and assistance from a member of the Green Bay Packers. Knowledge is power, but success had better come quickly, because the criminals' plan is for Retta--and anyone else who gets in their way--to die.
The police take the message at face value, but Retta, sure it's a lie, calls in sisters Faye and Barb. As they begin following leads, they meet three sisters who might be future versions of them: Betty, a sweetheart who loves the Green Bay Packers; DeeAnne, a dramatic type who is always in acting mode; and Lydia, a business-like grump. They say they don't know where Lars could be, but something doesn't smell right at their antique/vintage shop located in an old mill, and it isn't just the many cats that roam the place freely.
Retta is soon captured and held prisoner. She escapes, is caught, and escapes again...and again, because Retta isn't the type to give up.
Barb and Faye search frantically for her, with Styx the Newfoundland as their clumsy-but-dedicated ally. Their investigation leads to stolen Iraqi artifacts, an old farmhouse in the sticks, and assistance from a member of the Green Bay Packers. Knowledge is power, but success had better come quickly, because the criminals' plan is for Retta--and anyone else who gets in their way--to die.
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First published May 17, 2019
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Maggie Pill
18 books70 followersMaggie Pill is Peg Herring, but younger and much cooler.
Maggie and her husband love to travel to places they've never seen before, where they often hike and walk all day with a "Let's see where this leads us" approach.
Maggie and her husband love to travel to places they've never seen before, where they often hike and walk all day with a "Let's see where this leads us" approach.
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December 30, 2019
( Format : Audiobook )
"Something unsavoury at the o!d mill."
This delightful series featuring the three S!euth sisters once absorbing a most enjoyable mix of thrills, laughter and crazy characters. The sisters, who run a private detective business, the Smart Detective Agency, this time look into the disappearance of Lars, Retta's partner. He'd started acting strangely when they had visited a shop with antique jewelry then, shortly after, drove off and simply hadn't come back. The sisters mobilise.
The joy of these books lies in the personalities and interaction of the sisters and, in this story, the quirky characters they encounter, rather than the story itself, though that is fun. Three narrators, Anna Jacques, Judy B!he and Liz Cloud, read alternating chapters, taking the roles of Barbara, Retta and Faye, which adds to the individuality of the members of the trio, All do an excellent job in breathing life not only into them but the other characters, also - and of Sticks, a very large dog. A bit slap stick humour in places, this is a fun book and recommended to brighten a dreary day.
My thanks to the rights holder of Captured Escape, Repeat, who, at my request freely gifted me with a complimentary copy via F.A.F.Y. Definitely a go to series for light hearted fun with realistic personalities. A stand alone story. Recommended.
"Something unsavoury at the o!d mill."
This delightful series featuring the three S!euth sisters once absorbing a most enjoyable mix of thrills, laughter and crazy characters. The sisters, who run a private detective business, the Smart Detective Agency, this time look into the disappearance of Lars, Retta's partner. He'd started acting strangely when they had visited a shop with antique jewelry then, shortly after, drove off and simply hadn't come back. The sisters mobilise.
The joy of these books lies in the personalities and interaction of the sisters and, in this story, the quirky characters they encounter, rather than the story itself, though that is fun. Three narrators, Anna Jacques, Judy B!he and Liz Cloud, read alternating chapters, taking the roles of Barbara, Retta and Faye, which adds to the individuality of the members of the trio, All do an excellent job in breathing life not only into them but the other characters, also - and of Sticks, a very large dog. A bit slap stick humour in places, this is a fun book and recommended to brighten a dreary day.
My thanks to the rights holder of Captured Escape, Repeat, who, at my request freely gifted me with a complimentary copy via F.A.F.Y. Definitely a go to series for light hearted fun with realistic personalities. A stand alone story. Recommended.
June 10, 2019
I absolutely love The Sleuth Sisters. Their personalities are so different from one another. They squabble, they compromise, they get on each other's nerves...But no matter what, their love shines through and they always stand strong against any and all threats.
Retta proved once again that she is one very strong, resilient lady. She never gave up. Faye once more came through as the glue that holds them all together and I'm pleased to see her gaining more confidence in her abilities. I loved when she told off Wanda! Barb was once again her level-headed self. She has such a big heart but is so averse to appearing vulnerable. I loved her introspection when she encountered the graffiti artist. When you get these ladies on the job, you know justice will prevail. Together they are unstoppable.
Maggie Pill writes fully developed, three-dimensional characters whom you can't help but like. Her stories are well-written and will keep you quickly turning the pages to see what happens next. While each story in The Sleuth Sisters series is a standalone, I urge you to read the entire series. It is awesome.
Retta proved once again that she is one very strong, resilient lady. She never gave up. Faye once more came through as the glue that holds them all together and I'm pleased to see her gaining more confidence in her abilities. I loved when she told off Wanda! Barb was once again her level-headed self. She has such a big heart but is so averse to appearing vulnerable. I loved her introspection when she encountered the graffiti artist. When you get these ladies on the job, you know justice will prevail. Together they are unstoppable.
Maggie Pill writes fully developed, three-dimensional characters whom you can't help but like. Her stories are well-written and will keep you quickly turning the pages to see what happens next. While each story in The Sleuth Sisters series is a standalone, I urge you to read the entire series. It is awesome.
April 22, 2020
A Sisters Tale
Retta and Lars leave for Alburburquer but Lars disappears in Green Bay. Faye and Barb drive up to help look for him. Then Retta disappears. Now it’s a race to find out what three old ladies are doing in their store that might be illegal. A fun quirky set of characters. Fun cozy mystery. Recommend author.
Retta and Lars leave for Alburburquer but Lars disappears in Green Bay. Faye and Barb drive up to help look for him. Then Retta disappears. Now it’s a race to find out what three old ladies are doing in their store that might be illegal. A fun quirky set of characters. Fun cozy mystery. Recommend author.
November 8, 2023
I loved this series I am sad that it is over. I do wish this last one had a little more completion in all the women’s personal life. Faye I’d definitely my favorite and o loved her relationship with her husband and kids. Barb cracks me up and I like her and Rory together. Retta, even though she is more conceded than her sisters she was a great part of the team and I liked her with Lars.
January 1, 2020
this is the second book in this series that I read and I absolutely loved it!
the story is fun-paced and the characters are so full and evolving.
loved it!
I received this audiobook at my request and I voluntarily wrote a review.
the story is fun-paced and the characters are so full and evolving.
loved it!
I received this audiobook at my request and I voluntarily wrote a review.
October 27, 2022
I really enjoy the women of The Smart Detective Agency (aka The Sleuth Sisters). I love how their personalities are reflected in the actions they take. I sure hope Ms. Pill (aka Peg Herring) writes more. I need more "correction events"!
July 22, 2019
I just love the Sleuth Sisters!
September 21, 2019
totally enjoyed the latest Sleuth Sisters book, these books never disappoint, hope there will be more...
October 21, 2019
I enjoyed this installment in the series. It was clever but convoluted. Not my favorite in the series, but well worth the read. I really enjoy the sisters.
May 6, 2023
Once again, an easy read but truly stretches the imagination. I’ve read four of this series and each one gets more improbable. But they are fun and enjoyable if you don’t take them too seriously. 😜
March 25, 2020
Kidnapped
This book and the first were my favorite in this series. Though, I found one grammatical error. And because of the author's dislike of them, that surprised me. This story, didn't really have a mystery to solve, but I loved the way it was told.
This book and the first were my favorite in this series. Though, I found one grammatical error. And because of the author's dislike of them, that surprised me. This story, didn't really have a mystery to solve, but I loved the way it was told.
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