A captivating mystery
350334
I bought the novel because of the storyline and great reviews.  I was not disappointed.
Ray Ballard is a videographer who investigates insurance scams. His past explains the tenacity he puts in this particular case which evolves in a search for a missing child. He has a great sense of observation  deduction and is tech savy which  proves to be forte. He is also quite funny and I found myself laughing out loud at times. He teams up with Mia, a gorgeous ex bartender, and the two  make for the perfect duo.
The mystery has a few  twists and turns and keeps us turning pages.
What  i particularly enjoyed was that the ending was probable and the book stood on its own. I will definitely purchase the other novels in the series. I am thrilled to have discovered this author.
2478507
This is one of the best mysteries that I have read in a long time.  Kept my interest and kept me guessing.
3498643
The book is very well written and reminded me of a Stephen King mystery.  The characters were compelling, and I especially enjoyed the way Mr. Neumeister went back and forth from the past to the present -- explaining events in the lives of the characters which led to their current situations.  The descriptive phrases were outstanding.  Mr. Neimeister has a vivid imagination.  I must admit that several of the characters stayed with me long after I finished the book.  I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good mystery.
553642
"Murder Under the Bridge" is a unique mystery filled with intriguing twists and turns. The strong female characters are believable and interesting. Raphael's vivid detailed descriptions helped me learn about the labyrinth-like levels of government and dangerous politics of the Palestine-Israeli conflict. I am now compelled to investigate them further.
3691053
What I admired about "Restrike" was this novel's ability to combine a fast-paced, fun mystery with authentic knowledge of the New York art world. (The term "restrike," for example, refers to a later version of a print, made from the original plate, often done after the artist's death.) I learned about art and art forgery, but what kept me turning pages were the characters, especially the friendship between Coleman and Dinah Greene. A charming mystery that entertains and surprises at the end like this one is a jewel. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
2164140
This was a great, gentle read. I especially loved the character and story development. I do not often read mysteries, but I enjoyed this one immensely. The foibles of human nature can often complicate our lives and the lives of others as this mystery so aptly demonstrates. If you are looking for a mystery that is both engaging and relaxing, this is the book for you.
2480567
The Wilco Project is a captivating and fast moving murder mystery.  It contains modern up-to-date technology along with the excitment of a traditional murder mystery.  Although it is easy reading, it is captivating and filled with suspense.  A must read for mystery lovers.
4585900
This is my first experience with this author and I am so glad I found her. This is a mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat with every page. It is about what could well be a real situation and real people. It is a mystery with tenderness and humanity in it. The people are caring and kind. And how does this author manage to pull it off all in one tidy book? I have not one clue.

Susan Slade's life is a hair short of idyllic. She has loving parents, a fantastic Aunt, and 'step-sister' who has fit right into the family. Susan's life begins to fall apart with the deaths of her parents only months apart. As she starts to settle their estate, Susan discovers a bunch of documents which make her whole life a lie. It seems Susan was adopted. Susan sets foot on a journey which takes her to the North Carolina coast where she finds another man. Her search is blocked by so many different paths that only strength, and the love and support of Reid, her new man, help her through her journey. There is suspence every inch of the way as Susan struggles to solve her mystery.

This story is a good clean mystery. I recommend it for age 18 on up.
3624466
This is an excellent mystery novel. I learned of it from a favorable review in 'The Economist'. It is not your typical potboiler in that it moves much more slowly than a Michael Connelly or a Harlan Coben thriller. It is a much more cerebral mystery but most certainly no less rewarding.

It takes place in 1902, whereupon a police inspector teams up with a psychiatrist friend in order to solve a most mysterious murder. The victim is a beautiful young female mystic whose body is found in a room locked from the inside who appears to have been shot through the heart. The autopsy determines that that indeed was the cause of death but there is no exit wound nor is there a bullet found within the body itself.

The investigation proceeds with some interesting side plots and a few brief appearances of Sigmund Freud. The book is extremely well written and the author does a superb job of painting word pictures and descriptions that I found most enjoyable. The reader has no difficulty understanding exactly what is happening and forming vivid mental pictures of the situations.

If you don't mind that there is no sex or profanity whatsoever, I believe you will find this book most entertaining to read. In addition, you are almost certain to expand your vocabulary if you take the time to look up the meanings of several new words.
1296507
HANGING HANNAH is the second mystery in this enjoyable series. Our sleuth is Jane Stuart. She is a sensitive widow and mother of one. She is also a literary agent, which adds some interesting elements to the story for those  who love to learn more about the book business. Winky is her cat. She helps  Jane to solve mysteries in the most unusual ways.
During a birthday party  Jane is throwing for her son, there is a gruesome discovery. When the  mystery begins, everyone reminds Jane that she is the new Miss Marple and  expects her to get involved. One of the perks for getting involved is  meeting a handsome returning detective. Jane juggles her job as parent,  friend, agent and sleuth with more grace than she realizes. She is a  strong, nonsense character surrounded by other well developed and yet to be  developed secondary characters.
I enjoyed this cozy so much I plan to  follow the series in the future. Besides some terrific series characters,  the mystery itself was fascinating. It blended in with Jane and other  characters lives without loosing ground. It took a turn or two that I  wasn't expecting and the ending was a remarkable surprise.
478389
Mystery that is not easy to figure out prior to the end.  A great read!  Hard to put down once you start it.
1498636
An absorbing murder mystery set in a small New England community which is solved by an unlikely, endearing pair of sleuths. Reminiscent of a satisfying Agatha Christie novel, the book provides a host of possible culprits and motives, while enmeshing us in local history, police work, art sales, and museum operations that may or may not solve the puzzle.  Crisp writing, compelling characters, and just the right measure of menace keep us avidly turning the pages. A book to savor and hope for sequels.
4789533
This book appealed to me as I love mysteries.  The two private Investigators are involved in twists and turns that lead them in all directions. Really surprised at the ending.  Highly recommend to mystery lovers.
1301297
A  quaint town in Florida is the setting for this exciting mystery.  The inhabitants of Cassadega are composed of psychics and mediums which adds to the interesting plot.  I was pleased to find that although there were murders in the story, they were not of a gory nature yet were authentic sounding and the police work as well as descriptions of area were well researched.  I found the characters to be believable and likable.  After reading well into the night, I finished the book in two days.  I didn't want to put it down (always my criteria for a good book.)
3171988
A wonderful English mystery.  A body is exhumed and it is found that the old man died of arsenic poisoning administered over a period of time.  Who benefited from his death???  Did someone hate him enough to kill him?  Detectives Lambert and Hook  interview each subject as they piece this mystery together.  I loved following these detectives as they conduct their investigation.  I loved learning about each character including the detectives and their families.  I loved the way this story moved along so smoothly.

 Sometimes I can guess the murderer.  But not this time.  It was a surprise. J M Gregson's use of words paints such a clear picture.  It's like you're right there.
4750688
This is a murder mystery with a fascinating twist.  The question is not only who the murderer is, but who is being murdered.  The answer lies in who's philosophic premises you agree with.  The book brilliantly explores the psychology of the murderer and the murderer's motivation.  The author provides ample clues and psychological insights, and as it builds to a climax, interruptions to reading cannot be permitted.  I think the book would make a riveting movie.  I look forward to Ms Peikoff's next novel.
4111663
Wow! A well-paced mystery unfolds as innocence is betrayed and beliefs are tested. The ending is perfect. It is realistic and uplifting. The reader can relate to this book in many ways and will have much to think about long after one has finished reading it.