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München : Knaur, 1998. Broschiert,
326 S.
Description
China Bayles's herb shop in Pecan Springs wasn't a big business, but it kept her busy. So she brought her taxes to Rosemary Robbins, an accountant who reminded China a bit of her former self-preoccupied, distracted, maybe a bit overstressed. Still, Rosemary always seemed pleasant, and China wished she could get to know her better. Now, though, the chance is gone. Driving out to Rosemary's house on an errand, China discovers her accountant has been murdered. With one abusive ex-husband and plenty of former clients in the picture, there's no shortage of suspects. And with a vengeful ex-convict on the loose, there's plenty for China to worry about. And as the evidence unfolds, she's more determined than ever to make the killer pay...
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LibraryThing member madamejeanie
A murderer that Mike McQuaid helped put away years ago when he was still a
cop, has been released with a powerful grudge he's been nursing against
McQuaid for years now. Then Rosemary Robbins, a local tax accountant,
borrows McQuaid's pick up truck to move some furniture, and is found shot to
death
convinced it's a case of mistaken identity and that his old nemesis had
thought he was killing China. His protective instincts kick into high gear
and McQuaid is determined to protect both China and his son Brian from this
killer's revenge, whether they like it or not. But China's not so sure and
starts investigating to figure out just who Rosemary really was and why
someone might want her dead. With the help of her friend Ruby Wilcox, and
Ruby's New Age friends, China edges closer and closer to the truth even
while she's getting closer and closer to McQuaid's son Brian. I enjoyed
this book, and while I'm sure there will be those who won't care for the
Ouija board and the channeling, I rather enjoyed that touch. The actual
crisis point in the book had little to do with the rest of the story, but it
seemed to fit, even if it did make solving the murder a bit of an
anticlimax.
cop, has been released with a powerful grudge he's been nursing against
McQuaid for years now. Then Rosemary Robbins, a local tax accountant,
borrows McQuaid's pick up truck to move some furniture, and is found shot to
death
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in the cab of the truck, sitting in her own driveway. McQuaid is convinced it's a case of mistaken identity and that his old nemesis had
thought he was killing China. His protective instincts kick into high gear
and McQuaid is determined to protect both China and his son Brian from this
killer's revenge, whether they like it or not. But China's not so sure and
starts investigating to figure out just who Rosemary really was and why
someone might want her dead. With the help of her friend Ruby Wilcox, and
Ruby's New Age friends, China edges closer and closer to the truth even
while she's getting closer and closer to McQuaid's son Brian. I enjoyed
this book, and while I'm sure there will be those who won't care for the
Ouija board and the channeling, I rather enjoyed that touch. The actual
crisis point in the book had little to do with the rest of the story, but it
seemed to fit, even if it did make solving the murder a bit of an
anticlimax.
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LibraryThing member bugeyzz23
China Bayles is one of my favorite Characters. I love a series where you get to know the characters and see them grow. I often picture myself living in China Bayles shoes. What a wonderful litte town she lives in and such a fascinating business!
LibraryThing member hjjugovic
This entry in the China Bayles is enjoyable, as usual. They mystery has a little more meat to it than some of the others, but the herb lore is lighter and I wished for more of it. Recommended for herb lovers and readers of cozies.
LibraryThing member donna47
This is the best of the series I have read so far
LibraryThing member elliezann
Fourth in this critically acclaimed series finds China Bayles, ex-attorney now herbal shopkeeper, trying to solve the murder of her accountant, Rosemary Robbins. Questioning clients and friends of Rosemary leaves China more and more bewildered. No one seems to know her and everyone has a reason to
Engaging heroine and taut mystery makes this a marvellous series to be read and enjoyed. Well done!
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murder her.Engaging heroine and taut mystery makes this a marvellous series to be read and enjoyed. Well done!
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LibraryThing member DrLed
Synopsis: China is feeling the pains of living with a man and his son. While part of her loves it, the 'other China' feels trapped and marginalized. Adding to her stress is the annual gathering of herbalists that she is helping to sponsor. Rather than picking up McQuaid's truck from a friend who
Review: This was a real 'grabber'. There was just enough tension to keep me interested enough to read half the book in one sitting, putting it down because it really was time to go to bed.
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has borrowed it, China finds that friend murdered. One of Ruby's psychic friends warns China of impending danger to Brian, McQuaid's son, and provides information that helps solve a murder.Review: This was a real 'grabber'. There was just enough tension to keep me interested enough to read half the book in one sitting, putting it down because it really was time to go to bed.
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LibraryThing member moukayedr
Interesting setting, and lots of tips about herbs.
The actual crime though is predictable.
The actual crime though is predictable.
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Original language
English
Original publication date
1995-11
Physical description
326 p.; 18 cm
ISBN
3426671247 / 9783426671245