This is the third mystery for Kate Williams, Esq. (Don't let that scare you away, though. I hadn't read any of the others before this -- although I want to go back and do that now.)Summary: Here's the summary of this mystery / comedy / thriller from the author's Murder Mysteries L.L.C. website:
In terms of pacing and humor revolving around crimes, this book reminded me of the Janet Evanovich books. The novel is set in Phoenix, where Becky Bartness has practiced law for years (rather than New Jersey) but they have the same level of zany fun. Because of that attitude and the Southwestern location, I'd say this is a perfect, light summer read.
I loved the main character. Her associates weren't as well defined in this book (maybe because they'd been introduced in the prior two) but the descriptions of Tangerine and her "employees" were also fantastic. I'm curious to see how these characters will interact and develop in other books in the series.
Kate Williams, Esq., has just started her own criminal defense law firm in Phoenix, Arizona, when Katherine Paar aka Tangerine, a new client, walks in and proposes a lucrative deal to bring Kate on as her attorney. Things get complicated and events unfold quickly when the body of Tangerine's ex-lawyer is discovered and Tangerine disappears. Kate, aided by MJ, her tattooed, pierced, and fashion challenged paralegal, Sam, her sometimes cross-dressing investigator, and a cast of characters straight out of a John Waters movie try to unravel the bizarre mystery and save Tangerine's life.Reaction: I know -- I've said before that I don't usually read lawyer books and here I go again reviewing another one. This is such a fast-packed romp, though, it doesn't really have anything do to with the paperwork and memos I deal with on a daily basis. (It did make me kind of want to open a one-woman firm, though -- well, other than the near-death experiences.)
The action is fast and fantastically funny, and Ms. Bartness proves once again that you can laugh at death.
In terms of pacing and humor revolving around crimes, this book reminded me of the Janet Evanovich books. The novel is set in Phoenix, where Becky Bartness has practiced law for years (rather than New Jersey) but they have the same level of zany fun. Because of that attitude and the Southwestern location, I'd say this is a perfect, light summer read.
I loved the main character. Her associates weren't as well defined in this book (maybe because they'd been introduced in the prior two) but the descriptions of Tangerine and her "employees" were also fantastic. I'm curious to see how these characters will interact and develop in other books in the series.
Bottom Line: I hadn't heard of this author before, but will now be keeping an eye on her. Lots of summer reading fun!
(Thank you to the publicist for this review book.)
I love the Stephanie Plumb series (even if it is getting a little tired now). Will keep an eye out for this one!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like this series (at least the first three books) have more movement in them than the later Stephanie Plumb books do. The main character is the same, but her situation changes dramatically from one book to another.
ReplyDeleteJust came over following your comment on mine and am in heaven! A whole blog about books.... Will be picking up on lots of your recommendations, I'm sure!
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