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Caz Tallis restores rocking horses in her London workshop. When shabby but charismatic Joe and his dog turn up on her roof terrace, she is reluctantly drawn into investigating a rock star's murder from three years before - an unsolved case the police have closed. Which, as her best friend James says, is rather like poking a furnace with a short stick...
REMIX is a feel-good page turner, that you won't want to put down until you reach the satisfying ending.
Now available as an Audible audio book.
Oracle, AMAZON VINE VOICE REVIEWER , " This is a highly addictive novel, a good old-fashioned murder mystery with a dash of 21st century celebrity glamour. I struggled to put it down. Lexi Revellian is great at crafting a plot that moves at speed but her biggest talent is in creating characters that the reader can really care about, characters that seem like old friends as the novel draws to a close. Overall, Remix is great fun, extremely entertaining and - dare I say it - would make an excellent transition to the small or big screen."
Full length 75,000 words, by the author of REPLICA, ICE DIARIES and WOLF BY THE EARS .
REMIX is a feel-good page turner, that you won't want to put down until you reach the satisfying ending.
Now available as an Audible audio book.
Oracle, AMAZON VINE VOICE REVIEWER , " This is a highly addictive novel, a good old-fashioned murder mystery with a dash of 21st century celebrity glamour. I struggled to put it down. Lexi Revellian is great at crafting a plot that moves at speed but her biggest talent is in creating characters that the reader can really care about, characters that seem like old friends as the novel draws to a close. Overall, Remix is great fun, extremely entertaining and - dare I say it - would make an excellent transition to the small or big screen."
Full length 75,000 words, by the author of REPLICA, ICE DIARIES and WOLF BY THE EARS .
278 pages, Paperback
First published August 2, 2010
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Lexi Revellian
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Remix
is my third novel; it's the story of Caz Tallis, who is startled one quiet Sunday morning to find a stranger asleep on her roof terrace...
I enjoy reading intelligent, pacey books with humour, and that's what I try to write. I believe it's a crime to bore the reader.
My day job (using my real name, Lexi Dick) is designing and making jewellery and silver; I've made pieces for Lady Thatcher, the Athenaeum and Her Majesty the Queen.
I enjoy reading intelligent, pacey books with humour, and that's what I try to write. I believe it's a crime to bore the reader.
My day job (using my real name, Lexi Dick) is designing and making jewellery and silver; I've made pieces for Lady Thatcher, the Athenaeum and Her Majesty the Queen.
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November 28, 2012
Remix by Lexi Revellianis a book which covers several genres. When I started to read, it felt almost like chick lit, but developed into a mystery with romance thrown in for good measure. The main female character, Caz, is a likeable young woman, who restores and makes rocking horses. In fairly improbable circumstances, she meets Ric Kealey, one time member of a rock band. She becomes embroiled in his attempts to clear his name of a murder that he claims he did not commit. The story moves on quickly and the author introduces us to some interesting characters along the way, all of whom have an important part to play in the unravelling of the mystery surrounding Ric.
Remix is an easy to read, fast paced read. The more I’ve thought about it, the more I realize how well crafted it is. The author writes in a seemingly effortless style, with characters and plot lines which keep the pages turning.
I would certainly recommend this to anyone who wants a light, well written and entertaining read!
September 5, 2013
It's a treat to read an entertaining book and know the author must have had as much fun writing it as you're having as the consumer. That was my impression with Remix.
Caz, the narrator in this offbeat whodunnit, wanders out onto the balcony of her London flat early one morning to find a strange man sleeping there. Naturally, she's indignant and orders him to leave, which he's prepared to do--but before going he dials up his not-insignificant charm. Before she fully grasps what has happened, she has let him freshen up in her lavatory and grab a bite at her breakfast table. But then he does go.
And shortly thereafter she realizes who this guy was: a world-famous rock star, who everyone believes to have died while awaiting trial for the murder of another guy in his band.
And before long he turns up again.
And things just become more and more involved.
I will concede a minor and brief misgiving with the basic setup. Not only is the guy a genuine heartthrob, but Caz herself is living a more-than-reasonably idyllic life. She has a very unique home atop a workshop in which she restores antique rocking horses. The unusual appeal of these two main characters, along with the rather bubbly way Caz talks directly to the reader, caused a voice in the back of my head to whisper chick lit. But I decided to ignore the voice, especially since Lexi Revellian is a wonderful story teller. (I already knew that, having read Replica last year.) And, while not a critical part of the story, Caz's wealth of arcane knowledge about rocking horses was something I liked and approved of. That sort of thing gives a character depth.
The climax is an absolute joy. I had to interrupt my 13-year-old daughter, who was trying to get through massive amounts of homework, to read a page aloud (the part where they've broken into Phil's house and take time out from the burglary to argue with each other in the dark). (She loved that as well.)
At several points I thought I could predict the way things were going to unfold. And I was always wrong. (I also approve of stories that defeat expectations.) But fearing a conclusion somewhat like that in Replica, I worried about the characters right up till the last page. This is great stuff!
Caz, the narrator in this offbeat whodunnit, wanders out onto the balcony of her London flat early one morning to find a strange man sleeping there. Naturally, she's indignant and orders him to leave, which he's prepared to do--but before going he dials up his not-insignificant charm. Before she fully grasps what has happened, she has let him freshen up in her lavatory and grab a bite at her breakfast table. But then he does go.
And shortly thereafter she realizes who this guy was: a world-famous rock star, who everyone believes to have died while awaiting trial for the murder of another guy in his band.
And before long he turns up again.
And things just become more and more involved.
I will concede a minor and brief misgiving with the basic setup. Not only is the guy a genuine heartthrob, but Caz herself is living a more-than-reasonably idyllic life. She has a very unique home atop a workshop in which she restores antique rocking horses. The unusual appeal of these two main characters, along with the rather bubbly way Caz talks directly to the reader, caused a voice in the back of my head to whisper chick lit. But I decided to ignore the voice, especially since Lexi Revellian is a wonderful story teller. (I already knew that, having read Replica last year.) And, while not a critical part of the story, Caz's wealth of arcane knowledge about rocking horses was something I liked and approved of. That sort of thing gives a character depth.
The climax is an absolute joy. I had to interrupt my 13-year-old daughter, who was trying to get through massive amounts of homework, to read a page aloud (the part where they've broken into Phil's house and take time out from the burglary to argue with each other in the dark). (She loved that as well.)
At several points I thought I could predict the way things were going to unfold. And I was always wrong. (I also approve of stories that defeat expectations.) But fearing a conclusion somewhat like that in Replica, I worried about the characters right up till the last page. This is great stuff!
May 11, 2011
I think it says a lot for a writer when I pick up a novel to read and then can’t put it down again. Many times the female lead in a romance will be someone too “out of here,” and not at all a person I can relate to. I want to see real people with real lives, someone I could imagine exchanging places with for a few hours. Caz Tallis fits this bill nicely. She makes an excellent main character, smart, pretty, friendly and curious. But most important, at least for me, she’s normal, very easy for me to relate to. As far as Ric Kealey goes, well, who wouldn’t want to have a famous rock star show up on our balcony? I’m game. He didn’t fit in at all to what I imagined a rock star to be like, but I enjoyed this. It made him feel more approachable, believable. In between all the action scenes, I also enjoyed reading about the rocking horses and how Caz restored them. But the pace never slowed down enough to make me feel like skimming. This is also one of my “tells” on whether or not I’m enjoying a novel. High praise for those where I’m not trying to skim. Though the ending was somewhat predictable, it didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the romance blossoming between Caz and Ric. I also enjoyed the open ending. You’ll have to read Lexi Revellian “Remix” for yourself if you want to know what I mean by that. For those of you who love a good romance with plenty of action, I’m positive you’ll enjoy it. Don’t let the low price of .99 cents for a Kindle addition scare you away. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
March 18, 2011
The story was great, the pacing fantastic, the oh-so friendly voice- enticing, the characters- superb. I'm glad I started the book as early in the day as I did, otherwise, it would have me up reading all night.
My only hesitation going in was the prospect of reading about the main character's rocking horse restoration career. Within the first scene where Caz talks about her passion for her chosen path, I was fascinated, and felt her enthusiasm and pride for art.
I haven't read a mystery since my Agatha Christi days (maybe a couple of Grisham novels) but after reading Remix, I've decided I may have to return to old habits for a while. I'd forgotten how exciting it is to follow along and try to deduce 'who done it.' Lexi Revellian pulled me in right away and didn't let me go until I read the last line, and I'm still not sure I'm free. (I may have to go back and find my favorite parts after a much needed eye break.)
Lexi Revellian started me on a mission after reading her blog a little over a month ago. Since then I have worked like a slave to complete that mission. Today, as a reward, I finally purchased the catalyst for said mission and spent the day reading it. Not many rewards are so satisfying. Well done!
My only hesitation going in was the prospect of reading about the main character's rocking horse restoration career. Within the first scene where Caz talks about her passion for her chosen path, I was fascinated, and felt her enthusiasm and pride for art.
I haven't read a mystery since my Agatha Christi days (maybe a couple of Grisham novels) but after reading Remix, I've decided I may have to return to old habits for a while. I'd forgotten how exciting it is to follow along and try to deduce 'who done it.' Lexi Revellian pulled me in right away and didn't let me go until I read the last line, and I'm still not sure I'm free. (I may have to go back and find my favorite parts after a much needed eye break.)
Lexi Revellian started me on a mission after reading her blog a little over a month ago. Since then I have worked like a slave to complete that mission. Today, as a reward, I finally purchased the catalyst for said mission and spent the day reading it. Not many rewards are so satisfying. Well done!
February 16, 2019
A nice romantic thriller with popular music, a sly killer on the loose, and an artistic female lead. Caz restores rocking horses. Ric is a rock musician millionaire framed for murder he didn’t commit. To avoid arrest and prison, he faked his own death three years ago, but now he is back. He wants to prove he didn’t kill his best friend. And he ropes Caz into his scheme, whether she wants it or not.
I liked Caz. She is honest and talented and real. But I seriously disliked Ric. I know, he was framed, but his behavior is repulsive. He feels so entitled all the time that he disregards anyone’s feeling. Everyone should do what he says. It actually surprises him, when they don’t. The only things he does himself is play to the public and demand his millions from his agent, while Caz, in love with Ric, investigates his frame and puts herself in danger. Some guy!
I never did understand girls who fell in love with rockers, and I can’t understand Caz either. Granted, there are millions involved, but the personality sucks. Too much fame. Too little substance.
I liked Caz. She is honest and talented and real. But I seriously disliked Ric. I know, he was framed, but his behavior is repulsive. He feels so entitled all the time that he disregards anyone’s feeling. Everyone should do what he says. It actually surprises him, when they don’t. The only things he does himself is play to the public and demand his millions from his agent, while Caz, in love with Ric, investigates his frame and puts herself in danger. Some guy!
I never did understand girls who fell in love with rockers, and I can’t understand Caz either. Granted, there are millions involved, but the personality sucks. Too much fame. Too little substance.
February 27, 2011
Remix by Lexi Revellian is a pleasant read filled with mystery and romance. We meet the lead female in the story, Caz, who is somewhat surprised when she finds a rock star sleeping on her property. Normally this wouldn't be something to write about, be we soon realize that the rock star happens to be wanted for murder and fakes his own death to avoid going to prison. Caz soon finds herself in the midst of several twists as she helps Ric the rock star try to discover the truth and prove his innocence. The romance in Remix is very clean and suitable for younger audiences as there aren't many explicit details in the book. I love the writing style of Ms. Revellian and look forward to reading more of her work.
August 15, 2010
If you're looking for a fun book and to escape life for awhile, I strongly recommend this one. Cass, a person who makes rocking horses, finds herself in the middle of a murder mystery. She trusts her gut and at times prves herself to be quite strong as she stands up to Phil. The characters for the most part are round and there are a few twists to keep your interest. I loved it and found myself enjoying more than a Janet Evonovich novel - but that's probably because I've read about 13 of the Stephaine Plum books and need something new. If you like Stephaine Plum or murder mysteries, than I'd recommend this one.
March 18, 2018
This has been on my TBR for years and it was about time I got to it. What a surprise it turned out to be!
This was an easy and quick borderline cozy set in London. Loved the mc's occupation, which is restoring old/antique rocking horses. Her flat, which she had renovated, sounds very cool. Fun characters who aren't perfect, but then who is? Slimy 'bad guys', real rotters.
There were a handful of words or expressions I didn't recognize, but I love that kind of stuff as it's a fun learning experience. And so easy to look them up on the Kindle.
I'm going to have to check if there was a sequel.
This was an easy and quick borderline cozy set in London. Loved the mc's occupation, which is restoring old/antique rocking horses. Her flat, which she had renovated, sounds very cool. Fun characters who aren't perfect, but then who is? Slimy 'bad guys', real rotters.
There were a handful of words or expressions I didn't recognize, but I love that kind of stuff as it's a fun learning experience. And so easy to look them up on the Kindle.
I'm going to have to check if there was a sequel.
August 31, 2010
I loved this book, despite having to read it sitting at a desk because it's on my computer!
It's a wonderful thriller/romance and I got totally involved with the main character Caz. I wanted her to end up with the right man - then I just wanted her to end up alive! I didn't want to close the book and go to bed.
It's very well written and has a satisfying ending. I enjoyed the way the English setting was so deftly suggested and the range of different characters. I'd recommend it.
It's a wonderful thriller/romance and I got totally involved with the main character Caz. I wanted her to end up with the right man - then I just wanted her to end up alive! I didn't want to close the book and go to bed.
It's very well written and has a satisfying ending. I enjoyed the way the English setting was so deftly suggested and the range of different characters. I'd recommend it.
September 29, 2010
Remix is an awesome read. A contemporary suspense romance, it kept me turning the pages to find out what was next. There weren't really any plot twists - the bad guys were pretty identifiable as the bad guys from the beginning. Even still, though, the story was compelling and exciting enough to keep me solidly entertained. Ms. Revellian is going on my Favorite Authors list and I'll definitely get any future works of hers.
October 29, 2010
At 0.99 cents this is a MAJOR bargain. Awesome read-
One of the best mysteries I've read this year.
This is a total five star mystery that had me reminiscing about Sookie Stackhouse's early days. It was paced right with interesting characters and a believable set up. As a romance I had to give it four stars. I wish I had been asked to review it as a mystery. That's the gold in this story.
Cazz Tallis woke up to find a stranger sleeping on her chaise lounge outside. The stranger happened to be Ric Kealey, a supposedly dead rock star wanted for murder. The two form a friendship and work to discover who the real murderer is so that Ric can move on with his life. Oh yeah. And there is a dog. He is named, well, Dog.
Remix is told in the first person from Caz's point of view much like the ever popular Urban Fantasy genre. It isn't always the easiest POV to use, but Ms Revellian makes it work to her advantage by allowing the mystery to unfold as characters open up to Caz and she learns more. The tone of the book is more along the lines of Chick-lit; fun and light spirited with family, love and friendship playing a key role in the tale.
My only challenge with the book was the lack of details. Specifically, I want sex details in my romance. It slays me to read, "and we headed to the bed room" turn the page and that is the end of the chapter. I want specifics. Give me the deets between the sheets. Kisses shouldn't just be blistering. I want to know why they were blistering. Tell me. Make me blush. If I take the time to crawl into the character's skin, I want to be able to enjoy it.
It is a great book and I can see Caz starring in her own series. She's just that likable, and plenty of ground work has been laid for the future. So girls, if you need something a little different; a mix between Stephanie Plum and Sookie Stackhouse, this is one I jump up and down to recommend. Enjoy!
One of the best mysteries I've read this year.
This is a total five star mystery that had me reminiscing about Sookie Stackhouse's early days. It was paced right with interesting characters and a believable set up. As a romance I had to give it four stars. I wish I had been asked to review it as a mystery. That's the gold in this story.
Cazz Tallis woke up to find a stranger sleeping on her chaise lounge outside. The stranger happened to be Ric Kealey, a supposedly dead rock star wanted for murder. The two form a friendship and work to discover who the real murderer is so that Ric can move on with his life. Oh yeah. And there is a dog. He is named, well, Dog.
Remix is told in the first person from Caz's point of view much like the ever popular Urban Fantasy genre. It isn't always the easiest POV to use, but Ms Revellian makes it work to her advantage by allowing the mystery to unfold as characters open up to Caz and she learns more. The tone of the book is more along the lines of Chick-lit; fun and light spirited with family, love and friendship playing a key role in the tale.
My only challenge with the book was the lack of details. Specifically, I want sex details in my romance. It slays me to read, "and we headed to the bed room" turn the page and that is the end of the chapter. I want specifics. Give me the deets between the sheets. Kisses shouldn't just be blistering. I want to know why they were blistering. Tell me. Make me blush. If I take the time to crawl into the character's skin, I want to be able to enjoy it.
It is a great book and I can see Caz starring in her own series. She's just that likable, and plenty of ground work has been laid for the future. So girls, if you need something a little different; a mix between Stephanie Plum and Sookie Stackhouse, this is one I jump up and down to recommend. Enjoy!
June 15, 2011
I don't really do 5 stars because it seems over the top, but in this case I did dither over it for some minutes before caving; my only criticisms are very minor really.
This is the story of Caz Tallis, who makes a meagre living restoring rocking horses. She finds a man and dog asleep on her sofa and, reacting with more courtesy than you'd expect in such a situation, finds herself befriended by a legendary rock star back from the dead - and that's before the action really kicks off!
The characters are well-drawn, believeable and the type of people you do actually want to hang around with. Ric is - well, as you imagine he would be, Caz is feisty and compassionate but never tiresome, Jeff is obnoxious-but-sympathetic, and of the other characters, the eventual baddie is splendidly, unredeemably manipulative and ruthless, and at least one of the good guys has potential to develop in interesting directions in the sequels (will be buying them to find out!)
How to classify the story? Difficult until they make a tag that says "Cinderella-detective-humour with added rocking horse action" but actually, and as an aside, I was quite fascinated by the rocking horses as well....
If I had to find something to criticise in this story,it would be purely a matter of format, and a detail at that.***(see Update at bottom)*** Every new chapter follows on the same page as the old one, and in places the page-breaks are awkward. I'd prefer the new chapter to start on a new page just to avoid the formatting calling me back out of the imaginary London. Otherwise a stonking read though.
....I should probably warn you, I started reading quite late at night just to get a taste for it and finished the damn thing around 2am entirely by accident...
I can recommend reading it.
JAC
UPDATE: Having seen the comment re chapter-page-breaks, Lexi has now fixed this so 5* and no quibbles! JAC
This is the story of Caz Tallis, who makes a meagre living restoring rocking horses. She finds a man and dog asleep on her sofa and, reacting with more courtesy than you'd expect in such a situation, finds herself befriended by a legendary rock star back from the dead - and that's before the action really kicks off!
The characters are well-drawn, believeable and the type of people you do actually want to hang around with. Ric is - well, as you imagine he would be, Caz is feisty and compassionate but never tiresome, Jeff is obnoxious-but-sympathetic, and of the other characters, the eventual baddie is splendidly, unredeemably manipulative and ruthless, and at least one of the good guys has potential to develop in interesting directions in the sequels (will be buying them to find out!)
How to classify the story? Difficult until they make a tag that says "Cinderella-detective-humour with added rocking horse action" but actually, and as an aside, I was quite fascinated by the rocking horses as well....
If I had to find something to criticise in this story,it would be purely a matter of format, and a detail at that.***(see Update at bottom)*** Every new chapter follows on the same page as the old one, and in places the page-breaks are awkward. I'd prefer the new chapter to start on a new page just to avoid the formatting calling me back out of the imaginary London. Otherwise a stonking read though.
....I should probably warn you, I started reading quite late at night just to get a taste for it and finished the damn thing around 2am entirely by accident...
I can recommend reading it.
JAC
UPDATE: Having seen the comment re chapter-page-breaks, Lexi has now fixed this so 5* and no quibbles! JAC
January 3, 2011
This is a book I had seen while browsing the kindle store and had bypassed as the synopsis didn't really grab me. However I started seeing some great comments in the Amazon forums so I thought I'd give it a try. And I'm so glad I did. This is a wonderful book!
Caz runs a business making and restoring rocking horses and lives above her work space. She discovers scruffy Joe and his dog sleeping on her roof terrace, once she's got over the shock and despite doubting herself lends him money and helps him out. Caz is one of those people who asks a lot of questions and when Joe reveals he isn't what he seems Caz finds herself investigating the murder of a rock star for him.
I really warmed to Caz. At the start she is slightly blinded by charming Joe, but she is smart enough to recognise what's going on. She's funny and sassy, a business owner but also a woman who allows herself to fall in love. The book is written in the first person from her perspective which I really enjoyed. The other characters are largely well-rounded too, particularly the charming star and the adoring best friend.
The book is largely a whodunnit, with a romance and some action too. I enjoyed the way all of these elements were brought together and found it an easy read that I flew through. If I'm in trouble with the boss for an extended lunch break today it is this book's fault! More soon please Lexi.
Caz runs a business making and restoring rocking horses and lives above her work space. She discovers scruffy Joe and his dog sleeping on her roof terrace, once she's got over the shock and despite doubting herself lends him money and helps him out. Caz is one of those people who asks a lot of questions and when Joe reveals he isn't what he seems Caz finds herself investigating the murder of a rock star for him.
I really warmed to Caz. At the start she is slightly blinded by charming Joe, but she is smart enough to recognise what's going on. She's funny and sassy, a business owner but also a woman who allows herself to fall in love. The book is written in the first person from her perspective which I really enjoyed. The other characters are largely well-rounded too, particularly the charming star and the adoring best friend.
The book is largely a whodunnit, with a romance and some action too. I enjoyed the way all of these elements were brought together and found it an easy read that I flew through. If I'm in trouble with the boss for an extended lunch break today it is this book's fault! More soon please Lexi.
September 28, 2011
Despite harboring a supposedly-dead rock musician, Caz continues to refurbish rocking horses in Lexi Revellion’s Remix. The theme sets the book’s weave when Ric sells one of the rocking horses before he involves Caz in his schemes to redeem himself from a murder charge. A former art student, she impersonates a journalist, delving into the lives of the musicians surviving their band break-up and the lawyer who holds Ric’s millions.
I was caught immediately into the rhythm of this. Caz isn’t the type to follow a rock musician but she is like a child on a rocking horse in the thrill of fantasy. Though down-to-earth, she risks prosecution out of her belief and her attraction. And then she has the pride of scraping under facades with the hope of refurbishing Ric’s lost life.
I could believe these characters were real, Ric’s quiet obstinacy, his fellow musician’s crudeness, and the lawyer’s machinations. Caz holds onto her friend James as if he’s a solid piece of furniture near the rocking horses and that keeps her and the reader puzzled. The confrontation scenes will stay in the mind, Caz using her clever hands and ability to analyze a physical disaster.
I was swept up with this book. It’s one to savor, to try figuring out before the next chapter. Stunning and strongly written.
I was caught immediately into the rhythm of this. Caz isn’t the type to follow a rock musician but she is like a child on a rocking horse in the thrill of fantasy. Though down-to-earth, she risks prosecution out of her belief and her attraction. And then she has the pride of scraping under facades with the hope of refurbishing Ric’s lost life.
I could believe these characters were real, Ric’s quiet obstinacy, his fellow musician’s crudeness, and the lawyer’s machinations. Caz holds onto her friend James as if he’s a solid piece of furniture near the rocking horses and that keeps her and the reader puzzled. The confrontation scenes will stay in the mind, Caz using her clever hands and ability to analyze a physical disaster.
I was swept up with this book. It’s one to savor, to try figuring out before the next chapter. Stunning and strongly written.
January 12, 2012
It’s not often that I get so firmly grabbed by a book right from the very beginning, but that’s exactly what happened when I picked up Remix. Of course, it helps that the lightness of style makes it absurdly easy to read and before you know it you’re half way through and refusing to put it down!
The characters are all great, especially Caz Tallis, who feels particularly real and I found myself believing in the ex-teacher who restores and makes rocking horses for a living. There’s a little bit of stereotyping with Ric, but it works because of the kind of person he is, what he goes through, and how he comes out the other side.
The use of real locations helps ground the whole plot in reality and the lines between their fact and the characters’ fiction is so successfully blurred that the reader is carried along with Caz on a fun and exciting adventure. The mystery also keeps you guessing right up to the tipping point, which is, in y experience, unusual for a lighthearted mystery of this kind which, on occasion, verges on the cosy before sharpening its edges.
This is Revellian’s third novel, but her first non-fantasy, and I’m pleased to see from her website that there’s a sequel coming (Rewind), and I will definitely want to get my hands on it!
The characters are all great, especially Caz Tallis, who feels particularly real and I found myself believing in the ex-teacher who restores and makes rocking horses for a living. There’s a little bit of stereotyping with Ric, but it works because of the kind of person he is, what he goes through, and how he comes out the other side.
The use of real locations helps ground the whole plot in reality and the lines between their fact and the characters’ fiction is so successfully blurred that the reader is carried along with Caz on a fun and exciting adventure. The mystery also keeps you guessing right up to the tipping point, which is, in y experience, unusual for a lighthearted mystery of this kind which, on occasion, verges on the cosy before sharpening its edges.
This is Revellian’s third novel, but her first non-fantasy, and I’m pleased to see from her website that there’s a sequel coming (Rewind), and I will definitely want to get my hands on it!
April 3, 2013
I've read a book with a female MC!!!! And it was good!!!
Okay, astonishment expressed - when I started reading it I didn't know that it was f/m, it took me about some time to realize that Caz is a woman. (Yes, I downloaded it for free, probably for my hubby, a while ago and just thought...uh, well, let's read this one).
So color me stunned when the first mentioning of "woman" was made.
On the other hand, the fact that I didn't realize it while reading made me like the book even more, Caz is not the tyical heroine. She sounds like the real deal, a real woman....like you and me...well, not exactly because not everybody is restoring rocking horses but she still sounds real.
Add Ric, the former rockstar, charged with murder, believed to be dead and his charming mutt.
And now we have to solve the mystery. Who is the real murder? I had my suspicions, which turned out to be partially wrong and right but the way we get there is funny, convoluted and actually believable. There are even moments when I thought "Wow, finally someone who thinks at least a bit ahead." That still not everything worked the way Ric and Caz planned it makes it even better. And the end in it's normality worked very well.
It is a light mystery, it's an easy read and it's entertaining.
Okay, astonishment expressed - when I started reading it I didn't know that it was f/m, it took me about some time to realize that Caz is a woman. (Yes, I downloaded it for free, probably for my hubby, a while ago and just thought...uh, well, let's read this one).
So color me stunned when the first mentioning of "woman" was made.
On the other hand, the fact that I didn't realize it while reading made me like the book even more, Caz is not the tyical heroine. She sounds like the real deal, a real woman....like you and me...well, not exactly because not everybody is restoring rocking horses but she still sounds real.
Add Ric, the former rockstar, charged with murder, believed to be dead and his charming mutt.
And now we have to solve the mystery. Who is the real murder? I had my suspicions, which turned out to be partially wrong and right but the way we get there is funny, convoluted and actually believable. There are even moments when I thought "Wow, finally someone who thinks at least a bit ahead." That still not everything worked the way Ric and Caz planned it makes it even better. And the end in it's normality worked very well.
It is a light mystery, it's an easy read and it's entertaining.
July 24, 2022
This was so much fun to read! I loved it. The writing is clear, and the story takes place in London and for this Anglophile, I soaked up every name, description and detail of the city.
The characters are diverse and believable. They're really fleshed out and different from one another. Because of this thorough work, I found myself liking and disliking each character. They all had good points and character flaws.
There was a bit more romance than I go for, but it works for me. (The sex is off book.) I wouldn't classify this as a cozy mystery (my favorite genre) because some of the book is quite harsh, from the language to some adult themes not usually found in more light-hearted mysteries.
I, for one, didn't like he swearing just because it wasn't needed!
All in all, an excellent read.
The characters are diverse and believable. They're really fleshed out and different from one another. Because of this thorough work, I found myself liking and disliking each character. They all had good points and character flaws.
There was a bit more romance than I go for, but it works for me. (The sex is off book.) I wouldn't classify this as a cozy mystery (my favorite genre) because some of the book is quite harsh, from the language to some adult themes not usually found in more light-hearted mysteries.
I, for one, didn't like he swearing just because it wasn't needed!
All in all, an excellent read.
June 16, 2012
Lexi Revellian has written a mystery as compelling as any as of those in the amateur sleuth/romantic suspense genres. This has that inherent British style of suspense that I’ve enjoyed in authors such as Dick Francis and Michael Ridpath, with an intriguing premise and well-drawn characters (including the dog). The growing attraction between the two main leads - the highly appealing rocking horse maker Caz Tallis and the mysterious stranger Ric Kealy - kept me hooked until the final twist played out. Looking forward to reading more by this author.
February 26, 2012
A so-so character whose main talent seems to be making incredibly poor choices. I couldn't get into a book where I constantly felt that the main character was being constantly stupid about her own safety. The love interest is mostly there to be mysterious, look pretty, and occasionally make some very unadvised choices of his own.
February 16, 2012
Remix was a fun, escapist read. The author gave me a glimpse into the world of rock stars, as well as taught me a little bit about restoring antique rocking horses. What a combination! I enjoyed the book.
January 7, 2015
I love this authors books! They are always interesting and exciting! I do not usually write reviews but I do feel that more people should read Lexi Revellian or they are seriously missing out on some awesome books!
March 17, 2013
I couldn't put this book down. Several times I was shocked by plot twists. I really liked this book for an entertaining read.
May 4, 2013
This was a book that I didn't want to put down but neither did I want to finish it. A nice easy read, good characters and good story line. Looking forward to reading this authors other novels
November 12, 2016
Yes I bought this book for my kindle because it had good reviews and was a bargain and was surprised at how good it is.
I really liked the alternative crime where a restorer of rocking horses finds a strange man sleeping on the sofa of her roof garden.
This book has everything, an old mystery, romance and the ongoing details of restoring rocking horses adds a lovely extra dimension to the story. This book isn't particularly long but it is perfectly formed. Even though the likelyhood of the story ever being reflected in real life it is written so well that it didn't jar (as some books do)
There are references to bygone crime stories and Dick Francis books which were the first type of "adult" books I read, I'm a sucker for nostalgia.
Good enough for me to be on the lookout for Lexi Revellian's next book which will be on my wishlist even if it is priced at it's worth.
I really liked the alternative crime where a restorer of rocking horses finds a strange man sleeping on the sofa of her roof garden.
This book has everything, an old mystery, romance and the ongoing details of restoring rocking horses adds a lovely extra dimension to the story. This book isn't particularly long but it is perfectly formed. Even though the likelyhood of the story ever being reflected in real life it is written so well that it didn't jar (as some books do)
There are references to bygone crime stories and Dick Francis books which were the first type of "adult" books I read, I'm a sucker for nostalgia.
Good enough for me to be on the lookout for Lexi Revellian's next book which will be on my wishlist even if it is priced at it's worth.
September 13, 2022
The most entertaining parts of this book were those involving Caz working at and describing her business of restoring antique rocking horses. Unfortunately those were few and far between her spending time with a former rock star who shows up on her patio and ends up staying with her while he tries to prove his innocence in the murder of his bandmate.
October 24, 2023
I didn’t expect to enjoy this as much as I did. As part of my audio book challenge, I had to pick an indie title so I went for this as it seemed vaguely music oriented. Glad I did. This is way better than any indie or self published novel I’ve ever “read”/listened to.
September 4, 2024
I am trying to catch up on all-things-reading and I am stunned to find that I did not review this book when I read it some time ago. It was riveting and led me to reading all of this author's books. No waffle: plenty of action. Loved it.
September 26, 2019
Enjoyable book. Easy going
April 7, 2020
Really enjoyed this. Was my oldest tbr and I don't know why I left it so long.
January 31, 2024
Entertaining. A guy and a very smart dog. A woman who restores Rocking Horses. Speedy plot and I loved the characters.
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