Saturday, December 10, 2016

Fatal Deduction


GIVEAWAY

ROPER, GAYLE
FATAL DEDUCTION

One across...three down...The answer is in the puzzle. The danger is in not solving it before time's up.

Libby Keating longs to be close to her twin sister, Tori, but their lives have taken them in different directions. Forced to share Aunt Stella's old Philadelphia home in order to receive their inheritance, Libby hopes for a change, but it isn't looking good so far.

First, Tori tries to steal the affection and allegiance of Libby's thirteen-year-old daughter, Chloe. Then when a crossword puzzle with a hidden warning shows up on their doorstep, Tori refuses to take it seriously -- in spite of the dead man who delivers it.

Libby finds comfort in neighbor Drew Canfield, but he hesitates to trust her after his disastrous marriage. As Libby struggles to act faithfully in the midst of these confusing relationships, she must also deal with a stolen diamond and a botched kidnapping. The answer to her problems lies in the riddles of the crossroads, if only she can solve the puzzles before it's too late.

My Review:

Incredibly clever clues hidden in random crossroad puzzles (which the author includes so you can complete the puzzle and discover the clues right along with Libby) make this a uniquely fascinating read.

The contrast between Libby and her twin couldn't be more startling and I'll admit to wanting to smack Tori upside the head on numerous occasions! And let's just place a captial 'D' in front of Dysfunctional when describing their extended Keating family. Enough fodder to send my sensitive reader vibes into overdrive! Emotions definitely engaged in this one.

Love the unexpected romance that crops up in the midst of mystery and mayhem. Drew, a lover of all things library, is my idea of a super hero. :-)

Told in mulitple Points of View -- Libby's in 1st person and the rest in 3rd -- gave some interesting perspectives to a captivating plot. And I loved how the author worked a solid faith foundation throughout. A sublime mystery with a kick of romance that will keep you turning pages until the satisfying conclusion.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

If you would like an opportunity to win a copy of Fatal Deduction please leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you post a comment and add your email address, please use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in the address to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email remember to put the title in the subject line so that it's easy for me to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Sunday December 11. Offer open to international readers. Good luck!

30 comments:

  1. New-to-me author! I love crossword puzzles so I'm sure to love this one :-) A very unique twist to a novel!

    teamob4 (at) gmail (dot) com

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    1. Oh, I think you'll like. And she has an Amish series as well. That's when I first starting reading her. Good luck, Trixi.

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  2. I actually own a copy of this book, but haven't read yet. I knew there was a reason I picked this one up. :)

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    1. It's very clever and very different, Terrill. You'll enjoy it, I think.

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    2. I think I will, too. I trust your tastes. :)

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  3. SOunds good. New author for me. cheetahthecat1986(at)gmail(dot)com

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  4. I'm not familiar with this author, but I do love a good mystery and the crossword puzzle aspect sounds interesting. Thanks for the review.
    pwestfall7 at hotmail dot com

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    1. It's really an interesting twist. Good luck, Pam.

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  5. I checked out the reviews on this book and it is a big 5 star. I do enjoy reading a good mystery and this one says Read Me. Thanks for introducing me me to a new author. I really appreciate it.

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    1. I started reading an Amish mystery series by Gayle Roper a few years ago and that peaked my interest so I checked my public library and discovered a treasure trove of books by her. This one struck my fancy so I grabbed it first for a retro Saturday but expect to see more over the course of the new year. Good luck, Marjorie.

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  6. Ohh, sounds exciting!!!

    rosebudsinjune at gmail dot com

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    1. It's really exciting and different. Good luck, Deborah.

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  7. New author for me but sounds intriguing.

    mindyhoungATmsnDOTcom

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  8. I haven't read anything by her in a while. Thank you for the chance.
    leliamae54(at)aol(dot)com

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  9. Oh, that is clever! I like the idea of a crossword puzzle to complete with clues!!
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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    1. I felt like the intrepid Nancy Drew while I was reading it. LOL Good luck, rubynreba.

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  10. Great review, KAV! I would love to read this one. Thank you for the chance.
    psalm103and138 at gmail dot com

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  11. OH, Kav! This one sounds great!

    mauback55 at gmail dot com

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  12. What a unique way to get the reader involved! I love it.
    Dianna

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  13. This sounds like a very interesting story. I can't imagine being a twin and not being close to each other! I am a twin, and we are really close. I would love to read this story to find out what happens! Thanks for the review and giveaway. d[dot]brookmyer[at]yahoo[dot]com

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    1. Interesting family dynamics play a role in their fractured relationship. You'll just have to read the book to find out. Good luck, Donna.

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  14. This sounds like a fun mystery, thank you for the chance to win a copy.

    wfnren at aol dot com

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  15. I've got some gift cards I need to use up, Kav. I know by browsing your reviews I'll get all the latest! Thank you!

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