Cozy Mysteries discussion

Barbara Neely, author of the Blanche White mystery series has died. Her series was one of the first to feature an African-American woman as sleuth. Last year, Mystery Writers of America honored Neely as a Grand Master.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/entert...

Although I never read any of her books, it’s always sad to hear of another mystery writer gone.

RIP, Barbara. I have read all her books but one. I like them very mch.

I've never read her books, but sad to hear about her murder.

Marisa wrote: "I've never read her books, but sad to hear about her murder."

Barbara Neely died after a brief illness. She was not murdered.

I have read her book and enjoy them. I recommend her books. Betty Louise

Nell wrote: "Marisa wrote: "I've never read her books, but sad to hear about her murder."

Barbara Neely died after a brief illness. She was not murdered."

Sorry, Spanish tongue slip 😏, murder/muerte....

Sorry to hear this. I read the Blanche White books some years ago. Blanche Among the Talented Tenth was an eye-opener for me. Before I read it I never realized the depth of discrimination among African-Americans themselves based upon how dark or light skinned a person is.