Murder in the Book Lover's Loft

The Book Retreat Mysteries, Book 9

De: Ellery Adams

Narrado por: Johanna Parker

For bibliophiles who love Rita Mae Brown and Alexander McCall Smith, New York Times bestselling author Ellery Adams is sure to delight with her newest novel set at Virginia's book-themed resort, Storyton Hall. It's the perfect getaway for book lovers, but when resort manager Jane Steward tries to take a quick break of her own, it leads to a real-life mystery that's far from relaxing . . .

Jane and her fiance, Edwin, are headed to the North Carolina coast for a much-needed vacation. Their harborside loft has floor-to-ceiling bookcases and breathtaking views, but Jane's hopes of exploring the town with her man are stymied when Edwin steps on a stingray. Things take an even less romantic turn when Jane stumbles across a dead body . . .

Instead of taking leisurely beach strolls, Jane is suddenly on a literary chase through time, unearthing a dark secret in her family tree that threatens all she holds dear back in Storyton. And it'll take a whole village to help her make amends for the past—and stop a madman bent on exacting justice in the present.

©2023 Ellery Adams (P)2023 Tantor

Easy listen

The story was okay, in that I finished it. It was easy to lose track and my mind wandered often during the narration. The narrator’s soft voice seemed muffled and robotic, which is how I drifted away. The writer’s descriptive phrases were lovely and fresh.

Enjoyable

Enjoyable story. Easy to follow the characters. Narrator has a nice voice. It’s long listening.

Wonderful fantastic magical cozy mysteries series!!! Must read

I have absolutely LOVED this series from the 1st book!!! I have been entertained and enthralled as the mysteries begin & develop. Each book in this series has made me fall further in love with the characters & setting. The descriptions are so clear & vivid that I can "see" the hidden library so clearly as though it's a real place I know & love!

Books have been my life since I first learned to read in English when I was in Elementary school & I have as a gift from my husband the 1st book I read after "graduating " from ESL class. This is a delightful series & I've already recommended it to several friends & family members.

I am going to miss this series, the characters that I've grown to know & love!!! The mysteries are clever & engaging & I've learn something from each book in the series. I've discovered the Persian Poet Rumi from this series as well as several authors that are already on my need to read list!

I can't wait to start the next series by this author!!!

I didn’t guess the villain

Very good story. I didn’t guess the ending., but it ended very well. I enjoy the books Ms. Adam’s writes.

Annoying narrator

It took a while to get used to the narrator. I almost stopped altogether, she was so annoying, but I like the author. I won't listen again though.

Twisting plot

Great story wrapping all the characters together. Weaving the history of the Inn with the author was brilliant. Best book yet.

Wonderful

Another fantastic ending! I love the way everything was all pulled together, and everybody had is storybook ending!

Another Excellent Addition

Love everything Storyton! following the relationships to exciting, intriguing and heartfelt happy endings. every description from costumes ,scenarie,food etc makes beautiful visuals. looking forward to the next addition.

Narrator

Great story, and great narration. Except, she reads really fast. I was able to slow it down on my fire tablet.

Sweet Revenge

As always, Ellery Adams has created an intriguing story for our favorite characters at Storyton Hall. This time some of the action happens off site while Jane and Edwin are on a vacation. The trail of clues leads back to her book retreat mansion. The story comes to an exciting conclusion at a masquerade ball. The romance stuff can be a little cheesy, but the story is good and I like the characters.