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Death and intrigue abound
as the plot gradually unravels in this cleverly written book. The information slowly seeps out and the characters show their
true colors. For those who like murder mysteries, this book should really make their day. Belinda Lawrence becomes her
own detective, leading the way through the trail of death, mystery and fear.
Caroline Lake, gottawritenetwork.com
May 1, 2006
copyright CL & GWN
'an English village murder rivaling the best of Miss Marple tales.'
Just what is so intriguing about this particular garden and this singular spot well-known in literary and horticultural circles
of the past? This fast-paced plot is laced with unexpected twists and turns that keep the reader enthralled and guessing to
the very last chapter! Descriptions of details fill in the gaps with more questions and answers, thus making the reader part
of the enfolding mystery! Humor and real personalities will induce laughter and annoyance alike, along with appreciation of
the bucolic character of this sleepy yet oh so busy country English town!
More will die before the discovery of the criminal
and his or her twisted motive!
Hope Brian Kavanagh will write more sleuth mysteries in this classic mystery style and pace!
Reviewed
by Viviane Crystal
With interesting characters, Brian Kavanagh's well-crafted, seductive
tale, Capable of Murder lulls the reader into a false sense of security then attacks when least expected. There are many twists
and turns as the story winds its way toward its startling conclusion. This is a must-read book. It is definitely recommended."
Review by Nancy Madison, author of Clues to Love, Never Love a Stranger and What the World Needs Now.
http://www.ebooksonthe.net .
"The reason for the mayhem is unusual, and the killer was not the one
I suspected. There are splashes of excellent local colour and descriptions." " The writing is very visual." "The first meetings
of Belinda and Jacob are funny, involving spilled coffee, bumped heads, torn clothes, seeds, and nudity. There are delightfully
loopy minor characters: The gin-swilling middle-aged antiques dealer. The malodorous, hairy-handed and rather gross bookseller
who reads Barbara Cartland novels." eBook Reviews Weekly USA.
Twists and turns abound keeping the reader from guessing the killer
early on. If you are looking for a light, entertaining mystery to get lost in for a few hours, CAPABLE OF MURDER is an excellent
choice. Reviewed by Tracy Farnsworth http://www.romancereadersconnection.comRating: FOUR DAGGERS (Excellent) USA
My Rating: Choccies, coffee, sparkling shiraz, book in hand, comfy chair
late on a Sunday afternoon in the fading sun read.
Brian is a recent member of one of my favourite online reading groups,
has been very circumspect and is, I hasten to add not somebody I've ever met. Some may not be aware but amongst other editing
credits Brian boasts two of the greatest all time Australian movies Odd Angry Shot and The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith (IMNSHO
of course) so his presence piqued my interest and I had to move a few planets to get my hands on one of his books.
IT'S
A CRIME REVIEWS. Karen Chisholm
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Capable of Murder has all the hallmarks of a classic mystery: a secret
room, sudden disappearances, and a setting steeped in a history that comes to life on every page.
Gabriel Gregoire
- Author.
born2write Yahoo Group
I found this simple mystery very mysterious. I was completed fooled,
I never fingered the murderer or the mystery. In fact I not sure even after finishing this short book. I think I will go back
and see what I missed . . . the clues, I highly recommend you try to see if you can guess who done it. I willing to bet if
you read this book you will be unexpectedly surprised too.
Copyright © 2002 Linda Nelson All Rights Reserved. Simegen
"It owes much to the classic English village mystery, with its reclusive
older resident and the suspicious cast of characters, including the somewhat dense village constable. It's fun and worth searching
for."
Reviewed by Barbara Franchi,
"The pages seem to turn themselves. It's a cosy mystery set in a quintessential
English village." "It has a little twist at the end too, which I'm very partial to. I did enjoy the book and if you
like old-fashioned whodunnits with an amateur sleuth, you'll enjoy this too." Reviewed by Annette Gisby, author of Silent
Screams.
Capable of Murder is a good mystery with a number of lively characters.
Pat Reid - RAM Books&Bytes
If you like to read puzzling mysteries set in eerie old houses
with hidden rooms and endangered damsels in distress -- with a helping of horror and a dash of girlish romance, plus a surprise
ending to haunt you -- then you will enjoy this book, written by an award-winning Australian film producer and editor." Joan
Riley - Absolute Write USA
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