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Amish Lantern Mystery #5
A Blessing in Disguise
Jessica McLean opens shop to find a man has been left for dead on the floor of her diner. With very few clues left behind, Jessica becomes the prime suspect. But Amish twin sisters and amateur sleuths, Beth and Anna, wonder if the crime could be related to Jessica’s new relationship with their beloved Matthew Beiler.
It soon becomes clear that things aren’t always as they seem.Will the sisters step in and solve the mystery, bringing justice to Little Valley yet again?
It soon becomes clear that things aren’t always as they seem.Will the sisters step in and solve the mystery, bringing justice to Little Valley yet again?
177 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 5, 2021
About the author
Mary B. Barbee
38 books30 followersMary B. Barbee writes cozy mysteries that keep you guessing until the very last page… and always with a twist you didn't see coming. She is the author of the Amish Lantern Mystery Series, the Abigail Baker Mystery Series, and the Pupcake Mystery Series, with more stories on the way.
She believes the best mysteries are the ones where every character looks a little guilty, and she takes great joy in leading her readers down the wrong path (in the most delightful way possible).
When she's not plotting fictional mischief, you can find her on the tennis court, battling it out over a strategy board game, kayaking in the beautiful lakes of the Inland Northwest, or curled up with a good book. She lives in Spokane, Washington with her wonderful partner, Matt, and the lovable chaos of three pups and a cat in what they affectionately call The Jungle.
Mary loves to hear from her readers. Connect at:
Email: marybbarbee@gmail.com
Facebook: Facebook.com/marybbarbee
Instagram: Instagram @marybbarbee
Website: MaryBBarbee.com
She believes the best mysteries are the ones where every character looks a little guilty, and she takes great joy in leading her readers down the wrong path (in the most delightful way possible).
When she's not plotting fictional mischief, you can find her on the tennis court, battling it out over a strategy board game, kayaking in the beautiful lakes of the Inland Northwest, or curled up with a good book. She lives in Spokane, Washington with her wonderful partner, Matt, and the lovable chaos of three pups and a cat in what they affectionately call The Jungle.
Mary loves to hear from her readers. Connect at:
Email: marybbarbee@gmail.com
Facebook: Facebook.com/marybbarbee
Instagram: Instagram @marybbarbee
Website: MaryBBarbee.com
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December 26, 2021
A Blessing In Disguise is a beautiful lovely series set in an Amish community. The community is filled with wonderful people just trying to live their quiet lives. Jessica McLean opens shop to find a man has been left for dead on the floor of her diner. It happens to be her ex-husband. There looks to have been a robbery. The few clues left behind point to Jessica as the killer. What can she do? However, Amish twin sisters and amateur sleuths, Beth and Anna, wonder if the crime could be related to Jessica’s new relationship with their beloved Matthew Beiler. They have decided to try to help Jessica. Where will the investigation go? Is Jessica guilty and she just took us all for a ride? You will have to join us in reading the novel to find out. I received this novel through BookFunnel. The review is my honest impression. All opinions are my own.
December 19, 2021
A BLESSING IN DISGUISE (AMISH LANTERN MYSTERY SERIES BOOK 5) BY MARY B BARBEE. A GREAT MYSTERY WITH LOVING CHARACTERS. IT SHOWS AMISH AND ENGLISH PEOPLE CAN GET ALONG AS LONG AS THEY RESPECT EACH OTHER'S LIFESTYLES. AND THE MURDER IS SOMEONE NOBODY EXPECTS. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK. I RECEIVED AN ARC FROM THE AUTHOR IN EXCHANGE FOR A HONEST OPINION.
December 10, 2021
This is my first book by Mary B. Barbee and I really enjoyed it. The Amish crime solving duo of twins, Anna and Beth, jump right in to help when Jessica is robbed. Before they can figure out who did it, Jessica and Matthew find a body in her shop. A wonderful, clean, page turning, Amish story!
I received an advance copy of this book from the author, however, I voluntarily wrote an honest review. All opinions are strictly my own.
I received an advance copy of this book from the author, however, I voluntarily wrote an honest review. All opinions are strictly my own.
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November 28, 2021Release Date: December 5th, 2021 on Amazon
Pre-order link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MCB1BCR
A Blessing in Disguise is book 5 in the standalone Amish Lantern Mystery Series.
Sneak-peek excerpt:
“Well, when do you expect to stop this nonsense?” Deacon Lee demanded an answer as he pushed the palms of his hands down on the table and leaned forward toward the bishop and the minister. “I mean, besides the fact that she is an Englischer, the woman has been married before! It’s preposterous that you are even considering letting this go on, Bishop. I am the deacon of this community, and I’ll remind you that I am to be the one to publish the marriages.” The deacon continued ranting, “And I don’t agree with it. I think it’s too liberal, and I don’t want to support it.” The words rushed out of his mouth as if he had been holding them inside for too long.
The bishop stood and arched his back, stretching before he responded. He spoke his words slowly and deliberately. “I have heard what you have to say, Deacon, but I have spoken with Matthew at great length about this already.”
The minister picked up where the deacon left off. “Bishop, I have to say that I haven’t got Matthew’s baptism on the calendar yet, either. How can we be sure that he is following the Ordnung and living a life of obedience to Gotte?” He lifted one eyebrow as he presented his own suspicions. He had clearly pushed his soon-to-be cold dinner out of his mind.
“We can’t be sure,” the deacon insisted, “that is exactly what I am saying. You must meet with Matthew again, Bishop, and put an end to this. The entire community could be in danger.”
The bishop scoffed. “How do you think Matthew and Jessica’s relationship could put the rest of us in danger, exactly, Deacon? You’re overreacting.”
“We can’t trust them, Bishop.”
Pre-order link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MCB1BCR
A Blessing in Disguise is book 5 in the standalone Amish Lantern Mystery Series.
Sneak-peek excerpt:
“Well, when do you expect to stop this nonsense?” Deacon Lee demanded an answer as he pushed the palms of his hands down on the table and leaned forward toward the bishop and the minister. “I mean, besides the fact that she is an Englischer, the woman has been married before! It’s preposterous that you are even considering letting this go on, Bishop. I am the deacon of this community, and I’ll remind you that I am to be the one to publish the marriages.” The deacon continued ranting, “And I don’t agree with it. I think it’s too liberal, and I don’t want to support it.” The words rushed out of his mouth as if he had been holding them inside for too long.
The bishop stood and arched his back, stretching before he responded. He spoke his words slowly and deliberately. “I have heard what you have to say, Deacon, but I have spoken with Matthew at great length about this already.”
The minister picked up where the deacon left off. “Bishop, I have to say that I haven’t got Matthew’s baptism on the calendar yet, either. How can we be sure that he is following the Ordnung and living a life of obedience to Gotte?” He lifted one eyebrow as he presented his own suspicions. He had clearly pushed his soon-to-be cold dinner out of his mind.
“We can’t be sure,” the deacon insisted, “that is exactly what I am saying. You must meet with Matthew again, Bishop, and put an end to this. The entire community could be in danger.”
The bishop scoffed. “How do you think Matthew and Jessica’s relationship could put the rest of us in danger, exactly, Deacon? You’re overreacting.”
“We can’t trust them, Bishop.”
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