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Beaufort & Company #3
Avenging Angels
The series that's "a breath of fresh air for fans of paranormal cozy mysteries" (Publishers Weekly, starred review)
Law school hasn't prepared Bree to appeal cases for the dead. After inheriting her great-uncle's haunted law firm, she must now represent ex-banker O'Rourke, who supposedly killed himself after losing a fortune. But with a merry widow and evidence mounting, it's beginning to look like murder. So Bree and her team of angels begin to investigate. But Bree soon discovers that someone would rather see her deceased than debriefed.
Law school hasn't prepared Bree to appeal cases for the dead. After inheriting her great-uncle's haunted law firm, she must now represent ex-banker O'Rourke, who supposedly killed himself after losing a fortune. But with a merry widow and evidence mounting, it's beginning to look like murder. So Bree and her team of angels begin to investigate. But Bree soon discovers that someone would rather see her deceased than debriefed.
293 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published February 2, 2010
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About the author
Mary Stanton
60 books320 followersMary Stanton was born in Florida and grew up in Japan and Hawaii, after which she returned to the United States and received a B.A. in Philosophy and Literature from the University of Minnesota.
Stanton’s career as a fiction writer began with the publication of her first novel, The Heavenly Horse from the Outermost West, in 1984. A beast fable similar in tone and theme to Watership Down, it was published in the United States, the United Kingdom and Japan. The sequel to that novel, Piper at the Gates, appeared in 1989. She sold her first mystery to The Berkley Publishing Group in 1994.
In all, Stanton has written nineteen mystery novels, two adult fantasy novels, eleven novels for middle-grade readers (including the successful series, The Unicorns of Balinor), and three scripts for a television cartoon series, Princess Gwenevere and the Jewel Riders, as well as edited three short story anthologies. Her nonfiction articles on horse care and veterinary medicine have appeared in national and regional magazines.
Stanton's newest series, The Beaufort & Company Mysteries, was launched in December 2008 with the publication of Defending Angels. Set in Savannah, Georgia, the paranormal mysteries chronicle the adventures of Bree Winston-Beaufort, a young lawyer who inherits her uncle's law firm and its deceased clientele, whom she represents in appeals before the Celestial Court.
The second book in the series, Angel's Advocate, was published in June 2009, followed by Avenging Angels in February 2010.
Mary also publishes the Hemlock Falls and Dr. McKenzie mysteries under the name Claudia Bishop. See the Claudia Bishop web site for more information.
Stanton’s interests outside writing have remained consistent over the years. She is a horsewoman, a goat aficionado, an enthusiastic (if inept) gardener, and a fan of gourmet food, but not an expert. She has developed a writing program for teens and middle grade readers that has had considerable success in schools.
Stanton has been a dedicated reader all her life, with particular emphasis on biography, history, veterinary science, medicine, psychology and current affairs. She is a member of the Mystery Writers of America.
Stanton’s career as a fiction writer began with the publication of her first novel, The Heavenly Horse from the Outermost West, in 1984. A beast fable similar in tone and theme to Watership Down, it was published in the United States, the United Kingdom and Japan. The sequel to that novel, Piper at the Gates, appeared in 1989. She sold her first mystery to The Berkley Publishing Group in 1994.
In all, Stanton has written nineteen mystery novels, two adult fantasy novels, eleven novels for middle-grade readers (including the successful series, The Unicorns of Balinor), and three scripts for a television cartoon series, Princess Gwenevere and the Jewel Riders, as well as edited three short story anthologies. Her nonfiction articles on horse care and veterinary medicine have appeared in national and regional magazines.
Stanton's newest series, The Beaufort & Company Mysteries, was launched in December 2008 with the publication of Defending Angels. Set in Savannah, Georgia, the paranormal mysteries chronicle the adventures of Bree Winston-Beaufort, a young lawyer who inherits her uncle's law firm and its deceased clientele, whom she represents in appeals before the Celestial Court.
The second book in the series, Angel's Advocate, was published in June 2009, followed by Avenging Angels in February 2010.
Mary also publishes the Hemlock Falls and Dr. McKenzie mysteries under the name Claudia Bishop. See the Claudia Bishop web site for more information.
Stanton’s interests outside writing have remained consistent over the years. She is a horsewoman, a goat aficionado, an enthusiastic (if inept) gardener, and a fan of gourmet food, but not an expert. She has developed a writing program for teens and middle grade readers that has had considerable success in schools.
Stanton has been a dedicated reader all her life, with particular emphasis on biography, history, veterinary science, medicine, psychology and current affairs. She is a member of the Mystery Writers of America.
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January 1, 2011
I’m a fan of the amateur sleuth. They blunder their way through, often making a god-awful mess of things, but they generally have some saving grace - keen observations skills, the advantage of being overlooked, a sharp wit or a cool head that allows them to narrowly escape danger. Bree Winston-Beaufort has none of these qualities. Instead, she’s quick to anger and willfully ignorant of her situation, frequently stating that she’ll delve into it later. When will later come?
Granted, this is a mystery of the cozy sort so I shouldn‘t expect heaps of world-building. But the choice to make it a paranormal mystery series creates issues. Although a little more detail is revealed, the celestial aspect still rings hollow. I was actually reminded of a stereotypical Lifetime movie: A heroine who is bitchy and stand-offish but we’re supposed to love her for her good heart. Characters who bicker instead of developing. A celestial court that could have been something fascinating indeed, if only they had the budget and the balls to go further. It all lacks substance.
As for the mystery itself, this time Bree does a better job interviewing suspects but I still kept asking myself why she was even involved. There’s a last minute twist that’s not explained satisfactorily, and the key to solving the mystery is circumstantial evidence that pops up at the very last moment. We don’t get to see Bree forming her suspicions and tracking down the pertinent leads. It’s all wild goose chase until the final chapter where she’s just suddenly figured it all out. Infuriating.
With this third attempt, I bid the series adieu. There are so many others out there to try; why waste time waiting for this one to pick up?
Granted, this is a mystery of the cozy sort so I shouldn‘t expect heaps of world-building. But the choice to make it a paranormal mystery series creates issues. Although a little more detail is revealed, the celestial aspect still rings hollow. I was actually reminded of a stereotypical Lifetime movie: A heroine who is bitchy and stand-offish but we’re supposed to love her for her good heart. Characters who bicker instead of developing. A celestial court that could have been something fascinating indeed, if only they had the budget and the balls to go further. It all lacks substance.
As for the mystery itself, this time Bree does a better job interviewing suspects but I still kept asking myself why she was even involved. There’s a last minute twist that’s not explained satisfactorily, and the key to solving the mystery is circumstantial evidence that pops up at the very last moment. We don’t get to see Bree forming her suspicions and tracking down the pertinent leads. It’s all wild goose chase until the final chapter where she’s just suddenly figured it all out. Infuriating.
With this third attempt, I bid the series adieu. There are so many others out there to try; why waste time waiting for this one to pick up?
December 19, 2023
3.5 stars. I started this series many years ago and am trying to catch up. This was a quick read with a unique storyline. I enjoyed what I read but I'm not sure if I will continue on with the series.
June 3, 2010
Loved, loved, loved this book and series. Often times with myteries and "who dunnits," the reader know who the killer is before the climax. That is not the case with the writings of Mary Stanton. She manages to weave such a wonderful tale that you are left guessing until the very end. In the case of the Avenging Angels, we aren't even sure who was murdered.
In this installment, Bree and Company are faced with the undeniable delimna that they must open up a second office suitable for "live" clients and family/friends to visit. Bree is in a quandry trying to figure out how she can pay for all of this. However, she hires a aunt of an acquaintance part time to assist with the second office.
Bree attends an auction where she is looking to bid on an antique desk and parcel. When she touches the desk, she is immediately contacted by a dead spirit she assumes to be the former owner, Russel O'Rourke. His death was ruled a suicide since several people saw him shot himself. Bree gets caught up in this intriguing case and to make matters more difficult, a strange ominous prescence seems to be stalking her. On a good note, Bree and Lt. Sam Hunter's relationship seems to be gaining a little steam. They finally kiss. Ummmmmmmm, who knows where the future will lead. I contacted the author, Ms. Stanton to see what the future of the series holds. She did indicated that she just turned in the fourth book to her publishers, Angel's Verdict. I'm guilty! I cannot wait to read it.
In this installment, Bree and Company are faced with the undeniable delimna that they must open up a second office suitable for "live" clients and family/friends to visit. Bree is in a quandry trying to figure out how she can pay for all of this. However, she hires a aunt of an acquaintance part time to assist with the second office.
Bree attends an auction where she is looking to bid on an antique desk and parcel. When she touches the desk, she is immediately contacted by a dead spirit she assumes to be the former owner, Russel O'Rourke. His death was ruled a suicide since several people saw him shot himself. Bree gets caught up in this intriguing case and to make matters more difficult, a strange ominous prescence seems to be stalking her. On a good note, Bree and Lt. Sam Hunter's relationship seems to be gaining a little steam. They finally kiss. Ummmmmmmm, who knows where the future will lead. I contacted the author, Ms. Stanton to see what the future of the series holds. She did indicated that she just turned in the fourth book to her publishers, Angel's Verdict. I'm guilty! I cannot wait to read it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 12, 2010
Avenging Angels is the third book in a series about an attorney who's clients are always in grave danger. Ha! She's an attorney who represents clients who have died and need representation in a celestial court -- get it? Grave danger? It's okay, the best thing about well-written mysteries in a paranormal setting is they don't take themselves too seriously. Mary Stanton would probably love that joke.
Anyway, the series is set in Savannah, Georgia, and the heroine, Brianna Winston-Beaufort, is a delightful mixture of serious and sassy. She also has a great staff of angels assisting her with the cases that come her way. This particular novel deals with a dead venture capitalist, his wife and a slew of investors and theater people. It's an easy read, but interesting and with a good plot and excellent character development. Perfect for a spring day when one lacks time and the ability to deeply concentrate on a complicated plot and complex characters. The same kind of day when said reader also lacks the ability to write a long and detailed review on a short novel.
Anyway, the series is set in Savannah, Georgia, and the heroine, Brianna Winston-Beaufort, is a delightful mixture of serious and sassy. She also has a great staff of angels assisting her with the cases that come her way. This particular novel deals with a dead venture capitalist, his wife and a slew of investors and theater people. It's an easy read, but interesting and with a good plot and excellent character development. Perfect for a spring day when one lacks time and the ability to deeply concentrate on a complicated plot and complex characters. The same kind of day when said reader also lacks the ability to write a long and detailed review on a short novel.
March 27, 2010
Brianna Winston-Beaufort, lawyer, somehow works for the dead. If she touches, or is near, an object owned by a deceased person who needs vindication by Celestian Justice, she takes on the case, aided by her "heavenly" help: Lavinia, Petru and Ron. A former law professor of hers and "The Warrior" are also part of Beaufort & Company. The dog Sasha also keeps her out of danger.
What seems to be a suicide case turns out to be murder as the victim has been shot twice---the first time to paralyze him and then hours later to kill him.
Fun to read.
What seems to be a suicide case turns out to be murder as the victim has been shot twice---the first time to paralyze him and then hours later to kill him.
Fun to read.
February 6, 2010
This series by Mary Stanton is fun, entertaining and is a new twist on "paranormal" and legal fiction. Savannah lawyer Brianna Beaufort and her legal team of Angels go about defending souls who where perhaps given too harsh a sentence to purgatory and beyond. Having clients who are dead already makes the job that much more of a challenge
March 12, 2012
This has become one of my favorite series. I love the characters. They're colorful and humorous. The books take place in Savannah, one of my favorite places every and they're just a little different - kind of off center - in a good way! I already have the next in the series on hold at the library.
February 27, 2010
Another great Beaufort & Company Mystery read with some new information on the origins of Beaufort & Company and as usual some interesting information on the history of Savannah.
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March 3, 2010Mary Stanton does it again. Fun read! Bree and the angels rock!
February 24, 2010
This is an excellent book and the series just seems to be gathering speed. I eagerly look forward to the next one.
May 6, 2010
Great book! Just wish there was a little more romance...
May 6, 2020
I just finished Avenging Angels by Mary Stanton and I flew through it (I apologize for the angel pun). This is the third book in the Beaufort and Company series, but my first. Bree has inherited her uncle’s afterlife-focused law firm in Savannah, GA. On top of that, she must keep her real-life law firm financially afloat. Her little sister Antonia is struggling to make it as an actress, but also to keep her sister in the realm of the living. On top of that, Bree has a dead man appealing for help in solving his murder (sort of). I enjoyed this cozy and it’s supernatural twists. It reminded me a little of Good Omens. I found the climax to be a little disappointing, but I really enjoyed the range of characters and the setting. I def should go back and read from the beginning
July 1, 2021
I have to start off by saying I did not realize this was in a series when I picked it up at the used bookstore. And while it is a decent stand alone book I think it would be even better if I had read the first two. The book was a good super-natural mystery that pulls you into the world of Beufort and company where Bree has an extra challenging time balancing her work and home life due to the nature of her clients nnd staff not being temporal. The book was a nice enjoyable light read, reminiscent of the Nightside series, yet the polar opposite with more angels than demons and much less violence.
January 2, 2019
With every book I read in this series, the more enthralled I am with the storyline. This one had a nice twist at the end! Unfortunately, I know it ends in the next book - about which I have mixed emotions. Rereading each book has provided interesting details I had previously forgotten or missed which has deepened the experience for me and I am no less eager to understand the last book, but by the same token, I really don't want the series to end.
April 12, 2018
The adventures of Beaufort & Co. continue... with the usual twists and turns. This time, Bree and her team aren't really sure who their client is- and even with that forewarning, the twist at the end took me by surprise, too. Paranormal presence is ramped up a bit in this adventure, and Bree's love interest may be, too. Fun, fast, amusing puzzle.
July 18, 2018
Number 3 in the series and either I'm getting attuned to the ongoing plot or the writing is getting better. There is certainly less of the woo woo and supernatural attacks. And I did like the little twist at the end from her client.
October 7, 2017
Wish that Mary Stanton would write more books in this series!
February 13, 2019
Held my interest from the first page to the last. Bree of Beaufort & Company has a lot on her plate from deciding to move into new offices to learning family history.
March 18, 2019
Only a couple pages in. Not my thing. Too many other books wanting my attention.
October 20, 2020
Love the whole series
August 13, 2023
I enjoy this series so much, each book really adds interesting elements to the "world" of this book series.
November 3, 2013
I said of the earlier two novels, I’m a fan of Mary Stanton's subject, idea, and original environment. These and a taste of Georgia, USA are neat. It’s exciting to ponder a spiritual legal system for less-savoury personages but I'm unsure I would have procured succeeding volumes, if they weren’t purchased ahead. With respect for a wonderfully creative author, it's a shame her tone and approach drive me up a bend.
I find too much description about bickering and nervous habits. A little antagonism between siblings might be realistic, even at 'Bree & Antonia's' age; not to mention their dignified Mom and sister. A brief snapshot of body language might add flavour too. However both of these tendencies by this author dominate the books so much, I flinch when 'Antonia' enters. There are more pages than I need about twisting her hair, swinging a leg on a couch, or pinching her 30 year-old sister; unbelievable and entirely off-putting! To my horror this novel was largely about 'Antonia', who poked and bickered to an annoying degree before page 20. This amount of physicality belongs in a screen play. In novels, visual snapshots should mostly be filled in by a reader's mind. 'Bree's' antagonism towards an ex-boyfriend is a waste of time. She has other interests and shouldn't react with heat.
My enjoyment derives best from portions without narration, or with the spiritual legal team. Mary's enchanting back-story could exude great ambiance and suspense: if she would focus on the crux of her series and let those simmer. The aspects I consider improved in "Avenging Angels" are: learning more about 'Bree's mother, how the Holy mission works, and this story took an edgier supernatural spin. I had found that mysticism and emotional suspense were too sparse considering the depth of this material.
I find too much description about bickering and nervous habits. A little antagonism between siblings might be realistic, even at 'Bree & Antonia's' age; not to mention their dignified Mom and sister. A brief snapshot of body language might add flavour too. However both of these tendencies by this author dominate the books so much, I flinch when 'Antonia' enters. There are more pages than I need about twisting her hair, swinging a leg on a couch, or pinching her 30 year-old sister; unbelievable and entirely off-putting! To my horror this novel was largely about 'Antonia', who poked and bickered to an annoying degree before page 20. This amount of physicality belongs in a screen play. In novels, visual snapshots should mostly be filled in by a reader's mind. 'Bree's' antagonism towards an ex-boyfriend is a waste of time. She has other interests and shouldn't react with heat.
My enjoyment derives best from portions without narration, or with the spiritual legal team. Mary's enchanting back-story could exude great ambiance and suspense: if she would focus on the crux of her series and let those simmer. The aspects I consider improved in "Avenging Angels" are: learning more about 'Bree's mother, how the Holy mission works, and this story took an edgier supernatural spin. I had found that mysticism and emotional suspense were too sparse considering the depth of this material.
July 5, 2010
I really like the possibilities that this series offers. I love Bree and I'll definitely continue to read in order to find out what she will encounter next. What keeps me from loving it is the action sequences. As I said after book one, there is potential for action and Stanton starts to build the stress levels and draw you in, but then the action sequences themselves lack substance. You don't see the fight, or get a look into what's really happening. Although book 2 did much better in this regard...
I still feels like this could be being done intentionally so I'll keep reading for now.
I would have rated this one 4 stars, but the ending wrapped up a little too quickly for me. I didn't feel like there was a big discovery. Bree just figured it out and then let you in on the secret without you being along for the ride those last few minutes. I thought maybe I had missed something, but I reread the last 2 chapters and I don't think that I did.
On a more positive note - I love the dogs. I've already got a Napoleon, I'll name the next one Belli. Thank goodness I don't get yappy dogs, that'd be disrespectful to the name. I enjoyed the family dinner and how the guest (I'm not telling who) had to sit through it all. I'm excited to find out what's happening to Bree, even though I already have an idea. I do hope she gets more of a personal life in the future. The books don't have to turn into PR, but a nice clean, innocent romance as a minor subplot would be fun.
I still feels like this could be being done intentionally so I'll keep reading for now.
I would have rated this one 4 stars, but the ending wrapped up a little too quickly for me. I didn't feel like there was a big discovery. Bree just figured it out and then let you in on the secret without you being along for the ride those last few minutes. I thought maybe I had missed something, but I reread the last 2 chapters and I don't think that I did.
On a more positive note - I love the dogs. I've already got a Napoleon, I'll name the next one Belli. Thank goodness I don't get yappy dogs, that'd be disrespectful to the name. I enjoyed the family dinner and how the guest (I'm not telling who) had to sit through it all. I'm excited to find out what's happening to Bree, even though I already have an idea. I do hope she gets more of a personal life in the future. The books don't have to turn into PR, but a nice clean, innocent romance as a minor subplot would be fun.
July 1, 2010
I finished the third book in the Beaufort and Company series at the Halifax airport yesterday during our 3-hour layover.
Bree Winston-Beaufort, Esq., has accompanied her gorgeous sister Antonia to an estate auction. While inspecting a desk, she is surprised to hear someone ask her to help him. Since the Russell O'Rourke, owner of the desk had recently committed suicide, she assumed that the voice belonged to him, and set out to help his spirit "pass through".
Upon investigation, though, the death seems more and more like a murder, and Bree and her otherworldly staff intend to prove it. When there is another murder with a similar m.o., this becomes easier.
Bree's deductive process is described fairly completely, but the conclusion seemed a little abrupt to me. It felt as though there should have been one more expository chapter before the last one, but perhaps that was because I felt somewhat distracted while reading.
The concept of a legal advocate for the dead is an interesting one, and Ms. Stanton's legal explorations are interesting. I don't know enough about the technicalities of law to comment on their accuracy, but they certainly seem so, to me.
That most of her staff, including the three dogs, Sasha, Miles and Belli, exist on both the temporal plane and the celestial one is a concept I'd love to see explored in more detail.
Bree Winston-Beaufort, Esq., has accompanied her gorgeous sister Antonia to an estate auction. While inspecting a desk, she is surprised to hear someone ask her to help him. Since the Russell O'Rourke, owner of the desk had recently committed suicide, she assumed that the voice belonged to him, and set out to help his spirit "pass through".
Upon investigation, though, the death seems more and more like a murder, and Bree and her otherworldly staff intend to prove it. When there is another murder with a similar m.o., this becomes easier.
Bree's deductive process is described fairly completely, but the conclusion seemed a little abrupt to me. It felt as though there should have been one more expository chapter before the last one, but perhaps that was because I felt somewhat distracted while reading.
The concept of a legal advocate for the dead is an interesting one, and Ms. Stanton's legal explorations are interesting. I don't know enough about the technicalities of law to comment on their accuracy, but they certainly seem so, to me.
That most of her staff, including the three dogs, Sasha, Miles and Belli, exist on both the temporal plane and the celestial one is a concept I'd love to see explored in more detail.
April 4, 2012
Well, I am thrilled that this series is so tastefully done! I have no qualms about recommending this adult mystery to any of my various friends with delicate tastes, nor do I have any reservations with recommending these books to my more raw reading friends! I enjoy the wit, the drama, the... well, I would say something witty and french right here, but I would just embarrass myself, so... moving along! *cheesy grin!*
I love that these mysteries are pieced so neatly into a drama without being dramatizing. I am curious to know more about her "gift" of this practice, more about Bree's birth mother, and more about her support staff! I mean, the Professor and Lavinia are supposed to be temporal, right? Or are they angels in temporal form? And what is this business with Beazley and Caldecott (or whatever his name is!)? And Miles and Belli! Why do they just appear and disappear? Is there no plan of action against the Pendergasts? I am all wrapped up in this! EEP!
Well, pushing on to the next book in this series! And I am anxious to finally see how Bree and Sam finally push their interest in each other to the next level... which is actually going on a date! Not that! *SHEESH!* Some people... *cheesy grin!*
I love that these mysteries are pieced so neatly into a drama without being dramatizing. I am curious to know more about her "gift" of this practice, more about Bree's birth mother, and more about her support staff! I mean, the Professor and Lavinia are supposed to be temporal, right? Or are they angels in temporal form? And what is this business with Beazley and Caldecott (or whatever his name is!)? And Miles and Belli! Why do they just appear and disappear? Is there no plan of action against the Pendergasts? I am all wrapped up in this! EEP!
Well, pushing on to the next book in this series! And I am anxious to finally see how Bree and Sam finally push their interest in each other to the next level... which is actually going on a date! Not that! *SHEESH!* Some people... *cheesy grin!*
October 25, 2013
This one is more of a stretch. Bree, young attorney for the living and the dead, smart but inexperienced finds evidence missed by the NYPD and an obsessed homicide detective that a suicide was actually a murder. In the previous books when Bree found evidence it felt a little more realistic. I don't mind suspending my disbelief but there comes a point where it comes crashing back down again and won't be denied.
The nitpick I had with the previous books was that the author leaves us behind at the door to the heavenly courtroom. This time we enter and get a glimpse of the beginning of the trail but then we're shut back out again and key bits are repeated by Bree as she relives it. Also the whole subplot was too bizarre and disconnected from the flow of the story. Suddenly we're dealing with something that is thousands of years old and no one knows anything about it and no further explanation is given.
I think the author would be served better by focusing more on the supernatural aspects of her story and less on Bree one-upping the police. She hints at things that could be very interesting but most of the stories are taken up by standard interviewing and clue-hunting activities.
The nitpick I had with the previous books was that the author leaves us behind at the door to the heavenly courtroom. This time we enter and get a glimpse of the beginning of the trail but then we're shut back out again and key bits are repeated by Bree as she relives it. Also the whole subplot was too bizarre and disconnected from the flow of the story. Suddenly we're dealing with something that is thousands of years old and no one knows anything about it and no further explanation is given.
I think the author would be served better by focusing more on the supernatural aspects of her story and less on Bree one-upping the police. She hints at things that could be very interesting but most of the stories are taken up by standard interviewing and clue-hunting activities.
November 4, 2016
Mary Stanton has done another great justice with her 3rd book in the Beaufort & Company Mystery Series. My goodness I am becoming quite addicted to Series. heehee
Genre: Fiction |Paranormal | Ghost | Mystery & Detective | Historical | Suspense | Savannah |
My first 2010 for the year. I anxiously waited for this book. I put it on my Amazon wishlist and ordered immediately when it became available in paperback.
I enjoy Bree’s character – she is so caught up in her work. I can relate to her so much that I feel I really understand her and connect.
I just jumped over to Mary Stanton’s website to catch a hint of a 4th book. But I guess it is too early to let that leak out. I know there will have to be since the relationship with Sam is so up in air.
I have picked up on other hints in the book as well – that you know I will not tell you. teehee
Like any TV show you watch – over time things change to keep viewers coming back. So kudos to Mary for Ms. Billingsley. I love her!
Genre: Fiction |Paranormal | Ghost | Mystery & Detective | Historical | Suspense | Savannah |
My first 2010 for the year. I anxiously waited for this book. I put it on my Amazon wishlist and ordered immediately when it became available in paperback.
I enjoy Bree’s character – she is so caught up in her work. I can relate to her so much that I feel I really understand her and connect.
I just jumped over to Mary Stanton’s website to catch a hint of a 4th book. But I guess it is too early to let that leak out. I know there will have to be since the relationship with Sam is so up in air.
I have picked up on other hints in the book as well – that you know I will not tell you. teehee
Like any TV show you watch – over time things change to keep viewers coming back. So kudos to Mary for Ms. Billingsley. I love her!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 16, 2011
Until nearly the very end, aside from one incident (no, not the murder), this one's best described as: "A week in the semi-exciting life of Bree Beaufort." I'm actually a bit confused as she's hired to look into a murder (happened before book opens - there's another later); I didn't think folks hire attorneys specifically to do that?
I had a great deal of trouble differentiating the characters here. Perhaps it was the narration, but the new hire seemed a lot like Lavinia to me. Moreover, Bree is so rude to Peyton-the-Rat when forced to encounter him that they seem suited to each other!
Here's another point I didn't think was handled well ... Bree questions why she's paying salaries to a group of Angels - something I'd wanted to know myself. They become very indignant over it, claiming "We have 'temporal' lives! We need the money!" Only now, months later after working together daily does she discover this?
I continue to like the series, but I hope the next one's a bit more suspenseful.
I had a great deal of trouble differentiating the characters here. Perhaps it was the narration, but the new hire seemed a lot like Lavinia to me. Moreover, Bree is so rude to Peyton-the-Rat when forced to encounter him that they seem suited to each other!
Here's another point I didn't think was handled well ... Bree questions why she's paying salaries to a group of Angels - something I'd wanted to know myself. They become very indignant over it, claiming "We have 'temporal' lives! We need the money!" Only now, months later after working together daily does she discover this?
I continue to like the series, but I hope the next one's a bit more suspenseful.
February 1, 2013
Well, given that I more inhaled this book than simply read it, I would say I enjoyed the newest installment in the Beaufort & Company series!
Once again, Bree is contacted by a dead individual - at the auction for the deceased's possessions, no less - begging for her help.
Russell O'Roarke is officially considered a suicide, given that his investment banking business went bankrupt amid accusations of improper behaviour and an investigation by the SEC. In fact, had he lived O'Roarke was looking at jail time. But his death ended that.
Except, it looks like the death was murder. But since the shotgun blast that killed him was witnessed by his wife and a bunch of her friends, how can it be murder? That's what Bree and her heavenly host of employees at her office in the only all-murderer's cemetary have to find out.
The uniqueness of this story, the characters and the happenings in this world that Mary Stanton has created is so intriguing and interesting and fun that I just can't get enough of this series. Highly recommended if you like quirky paranormal mysteries.
Once again, Bree is contacted by a dead individual - at the auction for the deceased's possessions, no less - begging for her help.
Russell O'Roarke is officially considered a suicide, given that his investment banking business went bankrupt amid accusations of improper behaviour and an investigation by the SEC. In fact, had he lived O'Roarke was looking at jail time. But his death ended that.
Except, it looks like the death was murder. But since the shotgun blast that killed him was witnessed by his wife and a bunch of her friends, how can it be murder? That's what Bree and her heavenly host of employees at her office in the only all-murderer's cemetary have to find out.
The uniqueness of this story, the characters and the happenings in this world that Mary Stanton has created is so intriguing and interesting and fun that I just can't get enough of this series. Highly recommended if you like quirky paranormal mysteries.
October 12, 2010
This is such a neat favorite of mine series. It's a great example of the paranormal mystery genre. I love the characters, the premise of a human working with angels to help people who might have been wrongly put in the nether reaches of the afterlife.
This one had a lot of twists and turns as much as it showed the evolution of Bree in her new role as an advocate. She enjoys what she's doing, even if it causes sleepless nights and haunted law offices.
There is not as much scary stuff as in the past two books in the series. The first one scared the bejeezus out of me, the second one eased up and this one is only a weensy bit scarey. It's more about the relationship Bree has with her sister and her angels and her clients.
I really enjoyed this read and can't wait til the next one, ANGEL'S VERDICT, out next year.
Five angel beans....
This one had a lot of twists and turns as much as it showed the evolution of Bree in her new role as an advocate. She enjoys what she's doing, even if it causes sleepless nights and haunted law offices.
There is not as much scary stuff as in the past two books in the series. The first one scared the bejeezus out of me, the second one eased up and this one is only a weensy bit scarey. It's more about the relationship Bree has with her sister and her angels and her clients.
I really enjoyed this read and can't wait til the next one, ANGEL'S VERDICT, out next year.
Five angel beans....
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