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Just Desserts
- Savannah Reid, Book 1
- Narrated by: Dina Pearlman
- Length: 7 hrs and 58 mins
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Finding herself in over her head with a case involving a politician's infidelities, Memphis-born karate expert Detective Sergeant Savannah Reid is told that she must turn in her badge because she is overweight.
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- Austin gal
- 11-26-12
Confusing title for a great book
The title led me to expect a series similar to Joanne Fluke's Hannah Swensen series (which I enjoy), but this was really closer to a Southern version of Sue Grafton’s Millhone series (but not as dark).
I loved this book and have already downloaded the next three in the series. I’m especially excited to have found a new series with a good number of books as it’s always a bummer to find books I love only to find there are only a few in the series.
What was so great? The plot was complex enough to be interesting without being convoluted. The characters were also very likable and interesting. Best of all for me was the humor. I didn’t laugh out loud most of the time like I do reading an Evanovich Stephanie Plum book, but there was enough clever, real humor to keep the story from being too dark.
The relationships had a real feel to them too, versus the overdramatized version of relationships you often see in books so it felt like I was getting to know real people.
Also, having lived in GA for some years I was pleased that the narrator didn’t over do the Savannah accent. She did a really decent job of it and overall she did an excellent job bringing out the main character’s personality. For me the sign of a good narrator is when I forget someone is reading to me and I just recognize characters, which happened right away in this book. Savannah is someone I’d love to know so it was great fun being part of her life for a few hours. Hopefully you’ll feel the same if you try the book!
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- Sassy1980
- 06-02-13
Sweet
Savannah Reid is my kind of heroine! She's comfortable with her body, won't let others push her around, and is warm, loyal, and loving to her friends and family. She is also really funny! Loved hearing some familiar 'southernisms' coming out of her mouth. Dina Pearlman did her usual great job as a narrator - good accents without going over the top. A great start to a fun series.
6 people found this helpful
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- Miriam R. Crump
- 12-30-12
Great read!!
I'm really liking this series! It is fun but also keeps you on the edge of your seat!!
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- Cate
- 11-10-12
Want to read more about Savanah
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
I would recommend this to a friend that enjoys mysteries
What did you like best about this story?
Exciting plot line
Which character – as performed by Dina Pearlman – was your favorite?
I enjoyed all. Savanah's character was performed well
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
I laughed often while listening to this book
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- C. L. Finch
- 04-22-14
A delightful cozy read
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Welcome to Savannah's world -- cops, criminals and confections, oh my! She manages it all with sweet southern sass. She is genuine and does not let the machinations of others keep her down. She picks herself up and flings herself into the next round of investigative work with passion. Dina Pearlman narrates the story beautifully, particularly Savannah's sassy southern accent and sarcasm.
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- Conchita
- 04-04-13
Tough Gal with a soft centre!
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I really did enjoy this book although it took me a bit to get into it and get used to the narrator. Overall I think she delivered the main character just as the author intended. It keeps you on your toes. You feel for her as a woman in a man's world but at the same time admire her stamina and drive. I look forward to listening to book 2.
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- Verna
- 10-18-13
The Beginning of an Excellent Series!
Do you like to laugh out loud without expecting it in a book? Do you like family? Friends? Mystery? and, good people? Do you need to get away from what is going on around you at times?
This is an excellent series! I found myself downloading the next book as I was ending the one before.
Savannah Reed is a police officer at the beginning of this book and a PI at the end. She is good at what she does, and her down home Alabama character is refreshing.
I had to get used to the narrator because I was not used to the Southern Alabama Drawl. Once you get used to it, you don't want anything different .Dina Perelman does an excellent job at each character. It is as if you are watching your favorite program on television. You don't want to miss next weeks episode.
I can't say enough about the enjoyment I have had through this series. Enjoy!
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- Terri
- 07-08-13
Couldn't Finish
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?
No, The narrator would not pause at certain points in the narration and you would feel like she was reading a run-on sentence. I ignored the first instance, but it happened multiple times. Finally, I couldn't take it anymore and stopped listening. This is probably a good book.
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- ChihuahuaMomma
- 05-28-13
Great book to start a series.
Would you consider the audio edition of Just Desserts to be better than the print version?
Have not read the written edition of this book.
What did you like best about this story?
An interesting assortment of characters. I liked that the main character is from the south and she is proud of her southern roots. She is smart and sassy with a taste for chocolate.
Which scene was your favorite?
When Savanna pretends to be a drunk woman looking for her cheating boyfriend as a ploy to get into the apartment of an escaped prisoner.
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Southern comfort meets southern California
Any additional comments?
Looking forward to character development and meeting all of Savanna's family.
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- Carol
- 03-27-13
First in the series.
This is good enough that I've got the rest of the series in my Wishlist. I love a good literary read, but when at work or driving this is the kind of listen that suits me best. It doesn't take too much concentration but fills my otherwise boring time with enjoyment.
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- Jane
- 11-12-12
Great book - I love Dina Pearlman's reading!
I love crime stories but have needed a change from forensic thrillers - just too awful!
This was very good indeed - I did not guess who did it and laughed out loud more than once. I love the main character and will order all the next titles.....
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