Book Review of Lesbian Mystery, Secrets and Sins
Here is a review of Secrets and Sins as posted on Rainbow Reviews. 4/5 stars
Laura McCallister and her partner of ten years, Holly Crawford, have a wonderful vacation to Maine planned. Unfortunately, there is a dead body that puts a crimp in their plans. Tobias Faraday, a seventy-three year old man, is found dead in his living room by his housekeeper. All of the evidence points to Faraday’s sister, Alexandra Sinclair, but as Laura continues to investigate, it becomes clear that things are not as cut as dry as they first appeared. As Laura follows the clues that have been left for her, she struggles to maintain control over both the case and her own emotions which are stirred up by the recently deceased man.
Secrets and Sins is a captivating mystery filled with wonderful characters. Laura is excellent at her job as a detective, and is always determined to find justice for the victims. I am a huge fan of the Lesbian Adventure Club series in which these characters also appear and it is a treat to get a story from Laura’s viewpoint. Kate, another club member, plays a role as a secondary character in this story and it is fascinating and fun to see Laura and Kate interact in their “real lives”. They have a mutual respect for one another and a very close friendship.
The relationship between Laura and Holly is moving and emotional. These women are so very much in love, and that comes across in all of their interactions. After ten years, they know each other very well and they are able to provide support and comfort for each other whenever it is needed. They also provide some humorous moments, for example the lobsters Paul and Art who receive a tear-filled reprieve, but most of the story is driven by the investigation and the emotional path that Laura unexpectedly finds herself on.
My only criticism is related to the fact that throughout the story, Laura is always referred to as “McCallister”. This makes sense when she is in her role as a detective, deserving of the respect of those around her. But when she is at home with Holly, it seems a bit untrue. I felt that she should be “Laura” whenever she is with her partner, shedding her detective façade. However it doesn’t detract from the story in any way and overall this is an enjoyable story that is not to be missed!
This is the second mystery featuring Laura McCallister, the first being Woman Justice. Although I have not read the first story, I didn’t feel at a disadvantage at all. I will most definitely be getting a copy of the first story to read and am anxiously awaiting the next mystery for detective McCallister to solve!
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eBook Sale
My publisher is offering a 15% discount on all their ebooks through the end of September. To take advantage of the sale, click here. My titles are available in PDF, Mobipocket, and Microsoft Reader. And, check out the work of my fellow women authors! Also, one title is free (Stomping Ground), and a few others are free with donations to charities.
Book Review of Lesbian Adventure Club: Book 3
Savages got a 5-star review from Rainbow Reviews. It can be read in its entirety here, and a snippet follows.
Savages is yet another amazing selection in the Lesbian Adventure Club series. It is both insanely hilarious and wonderfully poignant, and an excellent example of the strength of friendships between women. Each time I start one of these stories I am thrilled to be spending more time with these characters that I have come to love. At the core, these stories are about “trust and love and camaraderie†and none more so than Savages. …
There is a perfect line in this book spoken by the character of Janice who is new to the group, when asked why she is crazy enough to join the rest on their wild adventure. “Together, you all create something very special. How could I not want to be a part of that?†That sentiment so perfectly reflects my own feelings about the Lesbian Adventure Club and how much I enjoy these stories. They are truly special and deserve to be enjoyed by all. I can’t wait to spend more time with these characters and I hope we continue to be provided with wonderful stories from Wraight!
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Loose Sleuths, Lesbian Adventure Club: Book 4 Released
Loose Sleuths has been released.
It’s available here in Adobe Reader, MS Reader, and Mobipocket from my publisher.
It’s available here on Amazon in paperback.
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Book Review of Lesbian Adventure Club: Book 2
Ledge Walkers received a 5-star rating from Rainbow Reviews! Again, the review is very thorough, so please take the time to read it.
Excerpt:
Ledge Walkers is filled with humor and wild antics, but more notable is the serious treatment of the relationships between the women. Reading this story was like visiting with old friends, and I was immediately pulled into the story. Spending time with these characters is entertaining as well as touching as they all wear their emotions on their sleeves while in the presence of good friends.
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I highly recommend this story for all readers who are looking for an enjoyable and touching story with wonderful characters. … Once you start reading about these characters you won’t be able to stop!
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Lesbian Mystery New Release
Secrets and Sins, my second Laura McCallister Mystery, was released today!
The ebook (PDF, Mobi, MS Reader) is $6.85 on my publisher’s site.
The paperback is $14.99 on Amazon.
Book Review of Lesbian Adventure Club Book 1
There is a review of Scavengers, Lesbian Adventure Club: Book 1 posted at Rainbow Reviews. Five stars! A snippet follows:
The story is filled with powerful emotions that are both captivating and moving. I can’t remember the last time a story had me both rolling on the floor laughing for minutes at a time and getting misty eyed. The story is overflowing with witty humor that keeps it moving quickly ~ until, of course, I reached passages that were so funny I had to read them over and over again. You know you are in for a treat when a story includes a “Famous Mad Cow Burger,†“The Great Dildo War,†and a “Wrap Around Lover Doll.†If that doesn’t entice you to buy this story, I don’t know what will! At the same time, the more serious moments are handled beautifully and the interactions between Kate and Claudia are heart-warming and tender.
I can’t possibly do this story justice in a single review, as there are so many wonderful moments that I could be quoting for pages on end. I cannot recommend this story more highly for all readers! Possibly the best news of all is that the second book, Ledge Walkers, has already been released and the third book, Savages, is in the works. I will definitely be keeping a close eye on this series and can’t wait to read the next story!
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Savages, Lesbian Adventure Club: Book 3 Released
Ahead of schedule, Savages has been released!
The ebook can be found here in my publisher’s ebookstore. It is $5.65 and is available in PDF, Mobipocket, and MS Reader.
The paperback is $13.99 here on Amazon.
Lesbian Mystery Coming this Fall
Secrets and Sins, my second Detective Laura McCallister mystery, is slated for publication this fall.
You can find the first two chapters here.
Detective Laura McCallister’s Blog can be found here.
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