Believe it or not, I’ve only got one book going on, Death at Wentwater Court by Carola Dunn. I was looking for a good, cozy mystery and I know Danielle has often talked about this series so I thought it sounded like the perfect read, and so far so good.
The setting is 1923 England and a smart and independent young woman, Daisy Dalrymple is more concerned with her writing career than being just another flapper. What I’ve read so far of Daisy I really like. She’s charming, intelligent and seems to have a lot of common sense.
You know what these books remind me of? Two of my other favorite heroines, Maisie Dobbs and Ursula Marlow. As I’m caught up on those series and eagerly awaiting the next installments, Daisy seems to be a wonderful addition to my favorite female sleuths. I went to the bookstore today to look for the second book (that’s how much I’m enjoying this book, already looking forward to the second one!) but I couldn’t find it. I guess I’ll be making another trip to the bookstore later this weekend.
Anyway, what are you reading this weekend? Whatever it is, I hope you are enjoying it! I look forward to finishing up my book this weekend.
I’m reading Updike’s IN THE BEAUTY OF THE LILIES and have to admit this is the first of his novels for me! Enjoying it so far. I’ve never heard of the Carola Dunn series, but I may have to check it out, as I’m a big fan of Maisie Dobbs.
Well i think i will finish James Patterson’s Along came a Spider. It is a psychological thriller, and it looks good so far 🙂
This sounds good! 🙂
I’m reading Hank Phillippi Ryan’s FACE TIME. Great story about a TV journalist chasing after a dangerous story. Great stuff.
If this book is like Maisie Dobbs, chances are I will like it!
I’m reading a Danielle rec as well, ‘Dance Night’ by Dawn Powell yay, Danielle always has such good taste.
I’m looking to pick up the first Dunn mystery for my wife for one of her Christmas presents. I had been considering it and now your review sold me.
I really want to try these! Between Danielle’s reviews and the gorgeous covers of the newer books I think they sound fabulous.