Fatally Flaky

I categorize the Goldie mysteries as brain candy; fun to read, little substance. This was no exception, and I enjoyed it. Barbara Rosenblatt doesn't sound like Goldie to me, but she's always a great narrator, so no complaints.

LOVE GOLDY, CANT ASK FOR BETTER.

This is a nice addition to a wonderful series. Try the recipies at the end. They are really good!

I have read or listened to all of Diane Mott Davidson's books. Goldie and her cast of characters always provide an enjoyable read. I have tried many of the recipes included in the books, and they were all successes. Barbara Rosenblatt is a wonderful narrator.I look forward to each new Nevada Barr and Diane Mott Davidson book, so that I can listen to her again.

This is the most disappointing book in the series. Goldie isn't just flaky, she's almost unrecognizable. Her usual spunk is almost completely missing, she allows herself to be bullied by both clients and strangers, and some of the things she does -- such as the hot tub scene in the spa -- are unlike the character that's been developed throughout the series.

Some of the other characters, including the bridezilla and her mother, are two dimensional and stereotyped.

The plot is rather dull. There's very little tension in its development and consequently very little satisfaction in the resolution.

I've read/listened to all the books in the series. This one seems like something that the author just tossed together. Maybe like so many of us she's feeling the bad economy. I'll think twice about buying another book in the series, and maybe the author should think twice before writing another.

What little this silly book has to offer is owed to the reader. I made the mistake of trying to listen to all of Barbara Rosenblatt's books but got tripped up here. Do not make the same mistake unless you think the author is really Julia Child.

Barbara brings so much life to this kisk ass series. Diane's Goldie is so much fun!

The combo of Goldy Bear and Barbara Rosenblat is unbeatable for non-stop entertainment and light intrigue. This is the type book that makes me smile and forget the stress of the workday. The food references and recipes at the end are a great touch. I highly recommend this series if you read for pure entertainment and enjoy women sleuths as much as I do!

These books aren't especially witty, but they keep me interested enough to keep ordering them. I'm not sure why the narrator always sounds like a 60 yr old smoker; when Goldie is much younger than that. But anyway, like I said I keep coming back.

I have loved her books since the first one - but she has gotten away from including recipies. And the last few have been lacking. I truly like these characters but I found myself shaking my head over the stupid things some of them did. I even yelled at my IPOD a few times. Just did not enjoy this listen as much as I had hoped......