Jada Beaudine has left Puget Sound after her husband Terry was killed in a shocking boating accident and is headed to Atlanta to get away from the memories and live near Terry's family. However, she makes a wrong turn in the Mojave desert in California and finds herself almost out of gas and her anxiety escalates.In the middle of nowhere Jada stops at a peculiar place, the "Red Rock Inn & Cafe" and the owner Irina persuades her to stay the night. By morning an unusual murder has taken place and she is dragged into it; soon after another murder occurs. But Jada never realizes that she has been followed from Puget Sound by some quirky characters with their own devious plans.
Helping to solve murders is not new for Jada but her intuition soon tells her that she could very will be the next victim.
Gornell captures the feel of the barren desert and the isolated cafe so realistically. Her story grips you from the first to last page. Every character is diverse, plausible and contribute something unique to the story line. 'Death of a Perfect Man' is concise and exciting with an awesome plot. You will find this book hard to put down - a real page turner.
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Thank you so much, Connie, for reviewing Death of a Perfect Man. So glad you liked it! I'm also a Chicago girl originally (through college). But these days it's hard for me to pull myself out of the California sun -- even for just a visit!
ReplyDeleteConnie nails Gornell's fascinating desert mystery. But she would, being a Yankee fan! We know a god mystery when we read one.
ReplyDeleteWrong turns always lead to murder. Madeline does a wonderful job capturing unique characters in very interesting locales. She loves to introduce readers to those special places that are perfect for a good murder.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Connie, for this terrific review for DEATH OF A PERFECT MAN. It sounds like an intriguing story. Congrats to Madeline for a job well done!
ReplyDeleteSounds great - I'm a California native and spent my life making wrong turns in the desert - cannot wait to read this pageturner!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mike, Gayle, Kathleen, and Loni for your kind comments. You've all made my day!
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