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Cherry Twist
It’s murder on the dance floor, as Cherry is about to discover Keeping temperamental ballroom dancers happy feels like a full-time job for the producer of TV night show The Dance is Right. So when star dancer Nadiya Slipchenko senses that she is in danger, she turns to local detective Cherry Hinton to act as an on-set bodyguard. Though Cherry is sceptical of Nadiya’s claims at first, it’s not long before things start to make her story add up. Then the host of the show is found dead and suddenly even the police start taking it seriously. Cherry – who has her hands full making cakes for her bakery and avoiding turning up on Watch My Ex Having Sex – teams up with her former flame DS Jacob Stowe to get to the truth of the matter. Can Cherry and Jacob solve the case before it is too late?
206 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 3, 2020
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Jennifer Stone
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January 3, 2021
An exciting and riveting, racy read, with a sassy main character.
Cherry Hinton runs her own PI business and has been hired by Chris Gordon, the producer of Exposé TV's top Saturday night show, "Take a Dance on Me" to protect a luscious superstar dancer, Nadiya (Nads) Slipchenko, who believes she is the target of a killer. A series of 'accidents' occur and Cherry must find out if there is a murderer in the midst, or if the incidences are figments of Nads' imagination...
There was a lot happening in this cheeky mystery tale by Jennifer Stone. Although I can't say I have much in common with the main character, nevertheless, I took to her straight away. As well as her own PI company she also has another job making and selling cakes for her bakery on the high street. Some of Cherry's sugary delights sounded absolutely delicious and I wouldn't have minded trying out her Raspberry Writtle Flapjacks with white chocolate drizzle or her Prosecco Pops!
As well as Cherry herself there was an abundance of characters in Cherry Twist however, there was a number of occasions when I found myself struggling to keep track of them all. A few were abhorrent individuals (intentionally, I think) but I rather liked the outrageous Kelsey (Cherry's best friend and PI assistant). Cherry's former flame, DS Jacob Stow added some interest to the proceedings, as did Jacob's brother, Felix.
The prologue immediately drew me into the story and I was engrossed all the way through to the thrilling final pages. With many moments of humour, I was often chuckling away. Set in Essex, even though this was the second novel in the 'Cherry PI Mystery' series it was a good individual mystery read. Overall, a well-done, flirty and risqué tale but it's not for the prudish!
I received a complimentary copy of this novel at my request from Duckworth Books/ Farrago via NetGalley. This review is my own unbiased opinion.
Cherry Hinton runs her own PI business and has been hired by Chris Gordon, the producer of Exposé TV's top Saturday night show, "Take a Dance on Me" to protect a luscious superstar dancer, Nadiya (Nads) Slipchenko, who believes she is the target of a killer. A series of 'accidents' occur and Cherry must find out if there is a murderer in the midst, or if the incidences are figments of Nads' imagination...
There was a lot happening in this cheeky mystery tale by Jennifer Stone. Although I can't say I have much in common with the main character, nevertheless, I took to her straight away. As well as her own PI company she also has another job making and selling cakes for her bakery on the high street. Some of Cherry's sugary delights sounded absolutely delicious and I wouldn't have minded trying out her Raspberry Writtle Flapjacks with white chocolate drizzle or her Prosecco Pops!
As well as Cherry herself there was an abundance of characters in Cherry Twist however, there was a number of occasions when I found myself struggling to keep track of them all. A few were abhorrent individuals (intentionally, I think) but I rather liked the outrageous Kelsey (Cherry's best friend and PI assistant). Cherry's former flame, DS Jacob Stow added some interest to the proceedings, as did Jacob's brother, Felix.
The prologue immediately drew me into the story and I was engrossed all the way through to the thrilling final pages. With many moments of humour, I was often chuckling away. Set in Essex, even though this was the second novel in the 'Cherry PI Mystery' series it was a good individual mystery read. Overall, a well-done, flirty and risqué tale but it's not for the prudish!
I received a complimentary copy of this novel at my request from Duckworth Books/ Farrago via NetGalley. This review is my own unbiased opinion.
December 2, 2020
If I was British I would say that this book, this story has me completely gutted. Good grief but those Brits sure to like their reality TV, and Cherry Hinton, former investigative reporter turned private investigator with a bakery to boot sure does get drawn into their chaos and drama. Luckily she has her bestie Kelsey to help her out and super supportive parents, because as we say in the South, her guy Jacob, well bless his heart . He as they would say in the UK is one giant arse. Not to let loose with the spoilers but I will say that the characters let loose with some colorful language making this more of a tart and tangy cozy rather than the smooth dark cholate type or even the sweet marshmallow meringue type. Full of drama and dance, plus a little shagging here and there. Not the type of shagging that East Coast Yanks take part in although that is a dance word so it would be appropriate. Poor Cherry is all I am going to say, she takes a beating and keeps on bleeping. And as they say in NY City, she is going to do it her way, with brilliance, butter cream frosting, and a whole lot of bravery. Had me in tears at several parts and yelling out loud, thank good ness I was in the car driving on the freeway. Cannot wait for the one, my only request is that you add some #*%^# recipes to the end of the story for pity's sake!
December 22, 2020
Great story.
Former journalist and current bakery owner and investigator Cherry Hinton is hired to look after a professional dancer that has made a few lucky escapes from freak accidents. Cherry enters the world of celebrity dance competitions as she investigates who of the celebrities or other professional dancers at the dance is right (I’m sure there is a network manager kicking himself for not thinking of that one first) wants to harm Nadiya Slipchencko.
It soon turns out that in the world of dance, everyone has had or wants to have sex with pretty much everyone else. This includes Felix Stow, now an MP and contestant, once a one-night-stand of Cherry, but mostly Jacob Stow’s brother. The two have some weird competitive streak going, which mainly makes me wonder what she saw in either brother. I’m calling the foolishness of youth and alcohol.
Cherry is assisted by her best-friend Kelsey, who has no filter, but a younger sister, who has even less of a filter. They take care of a lot of the comedy.
I liked this book a lot better than the previous story and I don’t think that is just due to the fact that I’ve actually seen a few series of Strictly.
I've read an ARC through NetGalley.
Former journalist and current bakery owner and investigator Cherry Hinton is hired to look after a professional dancer that has made a few lucky escapes from freak accidents. Cherry enters the world of celebrity dance competitions as she investigates who of the celebrities or other professional dancers at the dance is right (I’m sure there is a network manager kicking himself for not thinking of that one first) wants to harm Nadiya Slipchencko.
It soon turns out that in the world of dance, everyone has had or wants to have sex with pretty much everyone else. This includes Felix Stow, now an MP and contestant, once a one-night-stand of Cherry, but mostly Jacob Stow’s brother. The two have some weird competitive streak going, which mainly makes me wonder what she saw in either brother. I’m calling the foolishness of youth and alcohol.
Cherry is assisted by her best-friend Kelsey, who has no filter, but a younger sister, who has even less of a filter. They take care of a lot of the comedy.
I liked this book a lot better than the previous story and I don’t think that is just due to the fact that I’ve actually seen a few series of Strictly.
I've read an ARC through NetGalley.
February 7, 2021
If you are looking for a quick, tongue-in-cheek book, you won't go far wrong with this one.
When professional ballroom dancer, Nadiya Slipchenko,one of the stars of Saturday night reality show Take A Dance On Me claims that she is in danger, producer Chris Gordon calls Cherry Hinton to help out and to act as Nadiya's bodyguard.
Cherry – who has her hands full making cakes for her Brentwood bakery and avoiding turning up on Watch My Ex Having Sex – teams up with her former flame DS Jacob Stowe to get to the truth of the matter. The murderer always seems to be two dance steps ahead of them, but can Cherry and Jacob solve the case before the live Grand Final turns deadly?
This is the second book in the Cherry Pi Mystery series but would also work as a standalone. Thankfully, in only the 2nd book of a series, there isn't too much for anyone to have to catch up with.
When professional ballroom dancer, Nadiya Slipchenko,one of the stars of Saturday night reality show Take A Dance On Me claims that she is in danger, producer Chris Gordon calls Cherry Hinton to help out and to act as Nadiya's bodyguard.
Cherry – who has her hands full making cakes for her Brentwood bakery and avoiding turning up on Watch My Ex Having Sex – teams up with her former flame DS Jacob Stowe to get to the truth of the matter. The murderer always seems to be two dance steps ahead of them, but can Cherry and Jacob solve the case before the live Grand Final turns deadly?
This is the second book in the Cherry Pi Mystery series but would also work as a standalone. Thankfully, in only the 2nd book of a series, there isn't too much for anyone to have to catch up with.
December 3, 2020
Former reality contestant, baker and PI Cherry is hired to find out who has been trying to kill a contestant on a dancing show. As Cherry gets deeper into her sleuthing, she finds herself poisoned and then attacked by a Russian goon. With her love life in the dumper, Cherry focuses on the case and stumbles upon eye opening information that will help her break the case wide open, if her head isn’t broken wide open by the killer first.
I love British Cozies…they’re a bit less prudish than American cozies and often teach me some new choice words. This series is not exception. I need another visit with Cherry and Kelsey soon!
I love British Cozies…they’re a bit less prudish than American cozies and often teach me some new choice words. This series is not exception. I need another visit with Cherry and Kelsey soon!
April 5, 2021
Cherry Hinton runs her own PI business and has been hired by Chris Gordon, the producer of Exposé TV's top Saturday night show, "Take a Dance on Me" to protect a luscious superstar dancer, Nadiya (Nads) Slipchenko, who believes she is the target of a killer. A series of 'accidents' occur and Cherry must find out if there is a murderer in the midst, or if Nad’s imagination is getting the better of herself.
With the global pandemic raging around me I read this fast paced novel. It was a great read with equal measures of comedic and seriousness, a wonderful light hearted read that hooked me from the start.
With the global pandemic raging around me I read this fast paced novel. It was a great read with equal measures of comedic and seriousness, a wonderful light hearted read that hooked me from the start.
December 11, 2020
Cherry Twist by Jennifer Stone is the 2nd book in A Cherry PI Mystery series, and my first book by this author. I found this mystery to be very funny and laughed through the whole book. Cherry Hinton is a private investigator hired to protect a dancer on the television show Take a Dance on Me. This book was easy to read and perfect for an escape from cold weather and/or the pandemic. I will be reading more books by this author, I highly recommend this book if you enjoy funny mysteries. I will be reading Ms. Stone's first book Cherry Slice, but Cherry Twist can be read as a stand alone.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
December 30, 2020
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. You can purchase your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Cherry-Twist-P...
This was such a fun book! If you are looking for something light for the holiday season, this may not be what you are looking for. This starts with a BANG! We begin with a very precarious situation that includes blood. A situation where a knife is switched for a real one, perhaps. Miss Cherry Hinton is called to investigate. We are then taken on the adventure to solve who did it!
This was such a fun book! If you are looking for something light for the holiday season, this may not be what you are looking for. This starts with a BANG! We begin with a very precarious situation that includes blood. A situation where a knife is switched for a real one, perhaps. Miss Cherry Hinton is called to investigate. We are then taken on the adventure to solve who did it!
December 4, 2020
This series is becoming a favorite as I found it highly entertaining and engrossing.
A lot of humor, quirky and well thought characters, a solid mystery that kept me guessing.
I can't wait to read the next installment as I thoroughly enjoyed this one.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
A lot of humor, quirky and well thought characters, a solid mystery that kept me guessing.
I can't wait to read the next installment as I thoroughly enjoyed this one.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
June 21, 2023
I bought this thinking it was more of a food mystery, hopefully with recipes. It really has a dance focus which I should have noted.
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