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Sarah Booth Delaney #21.5
Enchanted Bones
In Carolyn Haines's Enchanted Bones, PI Sarah Booth Delaney comes to the rescue in a short mystery set in Zinnia, Mississippi, that will delight fans and new readers alike.A lost little girl is just about the last thing Private Investigator Sarah Booth Delaney expects to see while horseback riding one evening in the woods, and her concern deepens when she reads the note pinned to the girl's it says she is cursed, and has consequently been abandoned.Filled with concern for the child, Sarah Booth gets to work tracing her origins. The quest takes her and her partner, Tinkie, to a small nomadic community on the Mississippi River, where the answers to their questions lie. Sarah Booth must tread carefully, however, for danger awaits her there as well.
59 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 16, 2020
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Carolyn Haines
115 books1,576 followersCarolyn Haines is the USA Today bestselling author of over 70 books. In 2020, she was inducted into the Alabama Writers Hall of Fame. She was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Alabama Library Association, the Harper Lee Award for Distinguished Writing, the Richard Wright Award for Literary Excellence, as well as the "Best Amateur Sleuth" award by Romantic Times. Born and raised in Mississippi, she now lives in Alabama on a farm with more dogs, cats, and horses than she can possibly keep track of.
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September 14, 2020
I've been very luke warm on this series lately, but this short really drew me in and it was all due to the found toddler. There was something about her that charmed me just as she did everyone else she came in contact with. I was glad that Sarah Booth found her and along with Coleman figured out where she came from and what happened. Both mother and child are in a much better place now.
July 18, 2020
A Lost Child
Enchanted Bones is a special feel -good novella with the full flavor of Sarah Booth Delaney. Written as a gift for fans of the series when the 2020 pandemic delayed the publication of Garland of Bones, the novella offers a lovely time with Sarah Booth and Coleman as they search for the person responsible for leaving a toddler alone in the woods.
Enchanted Bones is a special feel -good novella with the full flavor of Sarah Booth Delaney. Written as a gift for fans of the series when the 2020 pandemic delayed the publication of Garland of Bones, the novella offers a lovely time with Sarah Booth and Coleman as they search for the person responsible for leaving a toddler alone in the woods.
July 16, 2024
Short but a fun read
Sarah Booth always has the most interesting plots. Reading this book was like sitting down and listening to a good story. I’m just sorry it ended so soon.
Sarah Booth always has the most interesting plots. Reading this book was like sitting down and listening to a good story. I’m just sorry it ended so soon.
August 7, 2020
Enchanted Bones by Carolyn Haines is an excellent short story that shows compassion, superstitions, and unwavering family ties.
Will Sarah Booth find the little girl's mother?
When Sarah Booth finds a toddler in the woods all alone with a note that she is cursed, Sarah Booth decides she is going to find the girl's family. It's a quick little story that tells the tale of a child that is different, and how some people react to her is scary while others understand how special she is.
I truly liked the ghost town, Bokchito, and the story of Sally Weathers. Ms. Haines surprises and entertains her audience with the brilliant combination of mystery, romance, and the supernatural.
Jitty was also present in a few scenes, and these are the mothers that Jitty chose to embark parental knowledge to Sarah Booth.
Five Stars
As always, I am thoroughly entertained by Sarah Booth and her friends. Even though Tinkie and Cece weren't in this story, it still has other citizens of Sunflower County. My rating for Enchanted Bones by Carolyn Haines is five stars, and I can't wait for the next book, A Garland of Bones by Carolyn Haines.
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As Sarah Booth sees it, Easter weekend is a time to celebrate life in all its many forms. So when the newly-pregnant Tinkie invites her and Cece on a girls' trip to Lucedale, Mississippi to celebrate that spring has officially sprung, Sarah Booth can't resist. Plans include facials, food, and a trip to the incredible Garden of Bones—a miniature Holy Land with recreations of all parts of the Middle East—for their Sunrise Easter Services led by biblical scholar, gardener, and creator of the Gardens Daniel Reynolds.
Unfortunately for Sarah Booth and the gang, someone doesn't seem to appreciate this season of new life. Easter morning has just dawned when the trio find themselves at the Mount of Olives—with a dead body at their feet.
Reynolds identifies the dead man as local lawyer Perry Slay, who was well known for his sly and underhanded dealings. Perry had rubbed plenty of people the wrong way, and now it looks like someone has rubbed him out…
Because being a PI apparently means never being on vacation, Sarah Booth and her friends must now find a way to resurrect the truth from a list of suspects as long as the River Jordan, reveal the devil in disguise, and—if they're lucky—find a moment to enjoy a few chocolate bunnies before more bodies pile up like pillars of salt.
Releasing on October 13th
A Garland of Bones by Carolyn Haines
Sarah Booth has traded in hosting this Christmas season for a road trip with her besties. Each little Delta town has a special Christmas activity, and Sarah Booth's bff and detective partner, Tinkie, has arranged to rent a limo for the gang and drive to Columbus, MS, to stay in a B&B. Visions of Christmas shopping, parade floats, and romantic rendezvous are already dancing in their heads.
But Christmas cheer soon turns to Christmas fear when, at one event after another, people keep getting hurt. Christmas karaoke gets ugly when one singer's microphone gives her an electric shock. A party during a historic home tour ends with a fall down the stairs for one of Columbus's most disreputable "players." And when the woman who hires Sarah Booth to find the villain behind the so-called accidents is nearly killed with an arrow during a holiday mumming, Sarah Booth knows something more sinister is at work.
The Christmas bells are ringing hauntingly in Columbus this year, and Sarah Booth and Tinkie—with a little help from hunky Sheriff Coleman Peters, of course—are determined to catch the wrong-doers and ensure they receive nothing but coal in their stockings.
Thank you for dropping by! I hope you enjoyed this review of Enchanted Bones by Carolyn Haines.
Until the next time,
This Guest Review is for Baroness' Book Trove.
This review was originally posted on Baroness' Book Trove
Will Sarah Booth find the little girl's mother?
When Sarah Booth finds a toddler in the woods all alone with a note that she is cursed, Sarah Booth decides she is going to find the girl's family. It's a quick little story that tells the tale of a child that is different, and how some people react to her is scary while others understand how special she is. I truly liked the ghost town, Bokchito, and the story of Sally Weathers. Ms. Haines surprises and entertains her audience with the brilliant combination of mystery, romance, and the supernatural.
Jitty was also present in a few scenes, and these are the mothers that Jitty chose to embark parental knowledge to Sarah Booth.
Five Stars
As always, I am thoroughly entertained by Sarah Booth and her friends. Even though Tinkie and Cece weren't in this story, it still has other citizens of Sunflower County. My rating for Enchanted Bones by Carolyn Haines is five stars, and I can't wait for the next book, A Garland of Bones by Carolyn Haines.
Other Books in the Series
The Devil's Bones by Carolyn Haines
As Sarah Booth sees it, Easter weekend is a time to celebrate life in all its many forms. So when the newly-pregnant Tinkie invites her and Cece on a girls' trip to Lucedale, Mississippi to celebrate that spring has officially sprung, Sarah Booth can't resist. Plans include facials, food, and a trip to the incredible Garden of Bones—a miniature Holy Land with recreations of all parts of the Middle East—for their Sunrise Easter Services led by biblical scholar, gardener, and creator of the Gardens Daniel Reynolds.
Unfortunately for Sarah Booth and the gang, someone doesn't seem to appreciate this season of new life. Easter morning has just dawned when the trio find themselves at the Mount of Olives—with a dead body at their feet.
Reynolds identifies the dead man as local lawyer Perry Slay, who was well known for his sly and underhanded dealings. Perry had rubbed plenty of people the wrong way, and now it looks like someone has rubbed him out…
Because being a PI apparently means never being on vacation, Sarah Booth and her friends must now find a way to resurrect the truth from a list of suspects as long as the River Jordan, reveal the devil in disguise, and—if they're lucky—find a moment to enjoy a few chocolate bunnies before more bodies pile up like pillars of salt.
Releasing on October 13th
A Garland of Bones by Carolyn Haines
Sarah Booth has traded in hosting this Christmas season for a road trip with her besties. Each little Delta town has a special Christmas activity, and Sarah Booth's bff and detective partner, Tinkie, has arranged to rent a limo for the gang and drive to Columbus, MS, to stay in a B&B. Visions of Christmas shopping, parade floats, and romantic rendezvous are already dancing in their heads.
But Christmas cheer soon turns to Christmas fear when, at one event after another, people keep getting hurt. Christmas karaoke gets ugly when one singer's microphone gives her an electric shock. A party during a historic home tour ends with a fall down the stairs for one of Columbus's most disreputable "players." And when the woman who hires Sarah Booth to find the villain behind the so-called accidents is nearly killed with an arrow during a holiday mumming, Sarah Booth knows something more sinister is at work.
The Christmas bells are ringing hauntingly in Columbus this year, and Sarah Booth and Tinkie—with a little help from hunky Sheriff Coleman Peters, of course—are determined to catch the wrong-doers and ensure they receive nothing but coal in their stockings.
Thank you for dropping by! I hope you enjoyed this review of Enchanted Bones by Carolyn Haines.
Until the next time,
This Guest Review is for Baroness' Book Trove.
This review was originally posted on Baroness' Book Trove
October 9, 2020
I don't know why good novelists find it necessary to attempt short stories with beloved, developed characters. Who is their audience? New readers? They will be left confused and bereft.
Not me. I hate Patterson's "Book shots" and Enchanted Bones pretty much fits that emotion.
Enchanted Bones shows the caring and love for the Mississippi Delta with lyrical language. Unfortunately, the lovely descriptions don't save the story. The leaps of conclusions are beyond logical but keeping with the unbelievability of the story. Further, the cover has absolutely nothing to do with the story. That's an ugly, unnecessary deception.
I'm thankful Enchanted Bones only took little time to read, but what a waste of time I could have used on better books.
I hate that the disappointment that is Enchanted Bones left me casting a wary eye on future offerings from Carolyn Haines.
1 very generous star
Not me. I hate Patterson's "Book shots" and Enchanted Bones pretty much fits that emotion.
Enchanted Bones shows the caring and love for the Mississippi Delta with lyrical language. Unfortunately, the lovely descriptions don't save the story. The leaps of conclusions are beyond logical but keeping with the unbelievability of the story. Further, the cover has absolutely nothing to do with the story. That's an ugly, unnecessary deception.
I'm thankful Enchanted Bones only took little time to read, but what a waste of time I could have used on better books.
I hate that the disappointment that is Enchanted Bones left me casting a wary eye on future offerings from Carolyn Haines.
1 very generous star
June 20, 2020
Another Wonderful Book 📖 From Carolyn Haines
Who doesn’t love and enjoy another fun adventure with Sarah Booth Delaney and the gang?
A toddler is left in the woods, who would do such a thing? That’s what Sarah Booth is going to find out with help from the sheriff and her four legged animals.
Why is everyone afraid of the little girl with the strange birthmark on her forehead? Well, I suggest you pick up this short story to find out..
Me. Haines is one of the best storyteller’s . It’s always a joy to read one of her many 📚 books.
Especially during this time of Corona19 when we have to stay at home.
Who doesn’t love and enjoy another fun adventure with Sarah Booth Delaney and the gang?
A toddler is left in the woods, who would do such a thing? That’s what Sarah Booth is going to find out with help from the sheriff and her four legged animals.
Why is everyone afraid of the little girl with the strange birthmark on her forehead? Well, I suggest you pick up this short story to find out..
Me. Haines is one of the best storyteller’s . It’s always a joy to read one of her many 📚 books.
Especially during this time of Corona19 when we have to stay at home.
June 17, 2020
Sarah Booth is always a good friend.
What would you do if you found a small child in the woods? If you are lucky enough to be Sarah Booth ,you decide to find her kinfolk.It is always a great ride with Sarah Booth, Tinkie,Sweetie Pie and Pluto! Every book and novella are a funny ,heart stretching ride. If you haven't read any of the Sarah Booth series, so yourself a favor and start them!
What would you do if you found a small child in the woods? If you are lucky enough to be Sarah Booth ,you decide to find her kinfolk.It is always a great ride with Sarah Booth, Tinkie,Sweetie Pie and Pluto! Every book and novella are a funny ,heart stretching ride. If you haven't read any of the Sarah Booth series, so yourself a favor and start them!
July 19, 2020
Sara Booth is startled to discover a young girl while she is on a horseback ride one day. The child is very young, has a birthmark that looks startlingly like a third eye, and also has note pinned to her back saying that she is cursed and that anyone who helps her will also be cursed.
There was a lot going on in this novella (lots of new-to-the-series history built in) but it was still an enjoyable read.
There was a lot going on in this novella (lots of new-to-the-series history built in) but it was still an enjoyable read.
June 17, 2020
Enchanted Bones
I’m very fond of the Sara Booth Delaney mysteries. This is short story. Sara Booth finds an abandoned child and set out to find her mother with help from Coleman. Ms Haines has a way of describing the local and characters that make them visible and real. It’s a quick, pleasant read.
I’m very fond of the Sara Booth Delaney mysteries. This is short story. Sara Booth finds an abandoned child and set out to find her mother with help from Coleman. Ms Haines has a way of describing the local and characters that make them visible and real. It’s a quick, pleasant read.
June 17, 2020
Another winner by Carolyn Haines
Great story with a lesson attached to it. You can always depend on Haines to entertain you as well as teach you a lesson. Bravo, Ms. Haines and keep up the good work!
Great story with a lesson attached to it. You can always depend on Haines to entertain you as well as teach you a lesson. Bravo, Ms. Haines and keep up the good work!
August 9, 2020
Short but sweet
This was a short story that completely sucks you in. Sarah Booth is always on an adventure & leads with her heart. Great reading on a hot summer afternoon. I love this series, each & every step.
This was a short story that completely sucks you in. Sarah Booth is always on an adventure & leads with her heart. Great reading on a hot summer afternoon. I love this series, each & every step.
September 3, 2020
While riding in the woods, Sarah Booth hears a cry and finds a beautiful toddler with a birth mark shaped like an eye on her forehead. The child is incredibly serene and appears to have an amazing rapport with animals.
September 7, 2020
HOW DID I MISS READING THIS ONE?!
I have read all the Sarah Booth Delaney books in order, and somehow missed this one. However, it did not let me down in the least. I think it will be one of my favorites!
I have read all the Sarah Booth Delaney books in order, and somehow missed this one. However, it did not let me down in the least. I think it will be one of my favorites!
September 6, 2021
Lovely Short Story
An interesting look at another people of Mississippi and the river. I enjoyed the supernatural… or natural, element of the story. A nice break from a longer novel. Love Carolyn Haines’ Sarah Booth Delaney stories!
An interesting look at another people of Mississippi and the river. I enjoyed the supernatural… or natural, element of the story. A nice break from a longer novel. Love Carolyn Haines’ Sarah Booth Delaney stories!
June 20, 2020
Good series
This book is packed with thought provoking mysteries. Mysteries of man and the universe. All things can't be explained and maybe shouldn't.
This book is packed with thought provoking mysteries. Mysteries of man and the universe. All things can't be explained and maybe shouldn't.
June 24, 2020
Great Story
I wondered how such a big story could be told in a novella, but Haines pulled it off. It's interesting and I love the characters. Especially Sweetie Pie the sleuth.
I wondered how such a big story could be told in a novella, but Haines pulled it off. It's interesting and I love the characters. Especially Sweetie Pie the sleuth.
July 3, 2020
Enchanted Bones brings most of the favorites together for a short but intriguing mystery. Sarah, Coleman and Jitty are some of my favorite characters and this was another great story.
July 13, 2020
Wish there were more books like this in between the series. It keeps you up to date on the characters you love. I enjoyed this book and reccomend it!
August 4, 2020
3.5 stars
September 27, 2020
This was really short....I don’t usually read shorts or novellas and this was no exception....seems I’m just getting into it and it’s done.
October 4, 2020
Great!
Cute mini story in between the two novels. Great ending and super interesting perspective. Can’t wait for the next one to come out
Cute mini story in between the two novels. Great ending and super interesting perspective. Can’t wait for the next one to come out
March 22, 2021
1 of the best
I love all of Caroline Haines books. She is 1 of my favorite authors and just so happens to be from my home state
I love all of Caroline Haines books. She is 1 of my favorite authors and just so happens to be from my home state
November 2, 2021
A typical Bones mystery.
February 12, 2023
Excellent short!
Sarah Booth and her haint are at it again. Perfect quick read about a special little girl and Sarah Booth.
Sarah Booth and her haint are at it again. Perfect quick read about a special little girl and Sarah Booth.
February 14, 2023
It wasn’t for me, I’m not really a fan of short stories
September 19, 2023
Cute short story; didn't advance the series any but Altha's story was enjoyable.
November 3, 2023
Fun short story!
January 3, 2024
This was TOTALLY awesome! I wish it had been an entire book!
August 9, 2024
A very short novella. A very compelling story of a little girl left in the woods. I really enjoyed it!
November 29, 2020
Deserted Child or something Sinister
Sarah Booth takes a ride across her fields she has leased and finds a small girl who has a note pinned to her clothing saying she is cursed. Sarah Booth is in disbelief that anyone would abandon a child and label her cursed. Sarah Booth bundles her up, takes her home and starts the hunt to find who the child is and where she belongs. Tinkie joins in and the search takes them to the Mississippi River and the people that live on the river. It takes twists and turns and the ladies feel defeated. A very good story a mystery. I was born in Mississippi and my family is from Mississippi so I love the books . I learned things I did not know before. Thank you Carolyn Haines!!!!
Sarah Booth takes a ride across her fields she has leased and finds a small girl who has a note pinned to her clothing saying she is cursed. Sarah Booth is in disbelief that anyone would abandon a child and label her cursed. Sarah Booth bundles her up, takes her home and starts the hunt to find who the child is and where she belongs. Tinkie joins in and the search takes them to the Mississippi River and the people that live on the river. It takes twists and turns and the ladies feel defeated. A very good story a mystery. I was born in Mississippi and my family is from Mississippi so I love the books . I learned things I did not know before. Thank you Carolyn Haines!!!!
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