Pineapple Lies

Pineapple Port Mysteries 1

De: Amy Vansant

Narrado por: Rosemary Benson

Growing up in one of Florida's age-55-plus communities, Charlotte never expected life to be wild. Golf cart racing with her surrogate mothers Mariska and Darla was about as nutty as life got... until she found the hot pawnbroker's mom buried in her backyard.

Talk about making a lousy first impression.

Armed with nothing but her wits, Pineapple Port's questionable cast of characters and a growing crush, Charlotte is determined to solve the mystery of Declan's mother's murder.

Hey, at least this guy's skeletons aren't in his closet.

©2015 Amy Vansant (P)2015 Amy Vansant

Hilarious! Brilliant story, brilliant narration!

Would you listen to Pineapple Lies again? Why?

I do listen to it again - especially the scene in the clubhouse. Unbelievably funny. The narrator - Rosemary Benson - has pitch perfect comic timing.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I loved them all - they were so beautifully well written and superbly acted - distinct characterizations. Wacky, funny, foibles - loved them all.

Which character – as performed by Rosemary Benson – was your favorite?

Couldn't choose one - maybe Penny.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Totally.

Any additional comments?

Rosemary Benson is uniquely talented as an audiobook narrator - she has an impeccable ear for characterization and her accents are flawless. Amy Vansant is a talented author - her dialogue rivals Aaron Sorkin - this is an eminently entertaining audiobook.

OH HOW I LOVE A COZY MYSTERY!!!!!!!

What made the experience of listening to Pineapple Lies the most enjoyable?

It was funny, and narrated well...super fun listen!!!

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Yes and No....but it was such a fun time...I loved it..and yes it was a surprise at how this murder really happened!

Which character – as performed by Rosemary Benson – was your favorite?

Charlotte...and Mariska ans Darla..they were sooo funny!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I really liked how Charlotte persisted and was gently with Declan....and the extasy mishap was hilarious!!!!!!

Any additional comments?

**I was given a free copy of this book via audiobookblast in exchange for an honest review**

This was a great little listen, and super funny...I am so glad I discovered cozy mysteries...because they are almost always a guaranteed good time!!!

Charlotte lives in her grandmas home in a retirement community called Pineapple Port...she is only 26...but inherited it when her grandma passed away...this has been her home since she was young and the whole community has taken her under there wing and cared for her...She has 2 older lady besties Mariska and Darla and they are hilarious!

Charlotte discovers some bones in her backyard and it turns out to be a missing ladies skeletal remains...Declan runs a pawn shop and frequents pineapple cove when people have passed to buy items for his store...well he meets Charlotte and quite by mistake sees a necklace that was on the body and recognizes it as belonging to his missing mom...Charlotte and her friends are determined to help Declan and discover what happened....and it is a hilarious and fun time with a little romance solving this mystery!!!

I adored this and recommend it!!!!

great characters and plots

witty, great narration, well developed characters, fun listen, so glad that it's not virtual voice.

Funny Mystery

I enjoyed this book. I'm in my 20's and thought Pineapple Port residents were a hoot! The narrator did a great job, and I was surprised by the ending. There is very minimal language. There are sexual innuendo jokes throughout, and one scene. It's passionate kissing with some touching, but no sex scene. I would rate it PG-13. There's too many jokes for me to feel comfortable listening to this with kids, but I recommend it for adults who want some fun and mystery.

how old is this author?

The story and narration made me cringe. The language and terms are so outdated. it wasn't retirement age old and it wasn't twenties something language. just off. the banter was irritating. cute concept that misses the mark.