Book Review: Scattered Legacy by Marlene M. Bell

Book Details

Book Title:  Scattered Legacy (Annalisse Series Book 3) by Marlene M. Bell
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 352 pages 
Genre: Mystery-Suspense
Publisher: Ewephoric Publishing
Release date: Oct 2021
Content Rating:  PG+M. Brief kissing/romance. mild use of profanity like “damn.” No F Bombs. Some violence and talk of an attack by villain that doesn’t materialize.

Book Description

To outsiders, the relationship between Manhattan antiquities assessor Annalisse Drury and sports car magnate Alec Zavos must look carefree and glamorous. In reality, it’s a love affair regularly punctuated by treasure hunting, action-packed adventure, and the occasional dead body.

When Alec schedules an overseas trip to show Annalisse his mother’s birthplace in Bari, Italy, he squeezes in the high-stakes business of divesting his family’s international corporation. But things go terribly wrong as murder makes its familiar reappearance in their lives – and this time it’s Alec’s disgraced former CFO who’s the main suspect.

​Accompanied by friend and detective Bill Drake, Annalisse and Alec find themselves embroiled in a behind-closed-doors conspiracy that threatens the reputation and legacy of Alec’s late father – linking him to embezzlement, extortion, and the dirty business of the Sicilian Mafia. The search for the truth sends the trio straight into riddles, secrets, and an historic set of rosary beads. Annalisse leads Alec toward a discovery that is unthinkable, and events that will change their futures forever.

Scattered Legacy is the third in Marlene M. Bell’s thrilling Annalisse series, which weaves romance, crime, and historical mystery into addictive tales to instantly captivate fans of TV show Bones or Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code.

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Meet the Author

Marlene M. Bell is an eclectic mystery writer, artist, photographer, and she raises sheep in beautiful East Texas with her husband, Gregg, three cats and a flock of horned Dorset sheep.

The Annalisse series has received numerous honors including the Independent Press Award for Best Mystery (Spent Identity,) and FAPA— Florida Author’s President’s Gold Award for two other installments, (Stolen Obsession and Scattered Legacy.) Her mysteries with a touch of romance are found at marlenembell.com. She also offers the first of her children’s picture books, Mia and Nattie: One Great Team! Based on true events from the Bell’s ranch. The simple text and illustrations are a touching tribute of compassion and love between a little girl and her lamb.

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Why Should You Read This?

It seems like that wherever Alec and Annalisse go, murder follows them. While that theme is implausible on its own, it is also fascinating. Both the story and the suspense are well-paced. I enjoy reading Marlene’s works and have loved the previous books in the series.

Alec’s and Annalisse’s chemistry is beautiful. They make a great pair and are a perfect fit for each other. The plot has multiple twists and turns. The author refers to several characters and events from her past books, and I recommend that they be read chronologically.

A fast-paced, action-packed thriller!!

Giveaway

Enter the Copper Waters – A New Zealand Mystery (Annalisse Series) for a chance to win: 

One – William Morris design layered Tapestry Throw. 50 x 60.  (Made in USA)

One – Vintage Copper Tea Kettle (Circa 1960s)

One – New Leather Tote Bag as carried by Annalisse, protagonist of Marlene M. Bell’s series. (Described in the Annalisse series.)

One set  Autographed Copies of Stolen Obsession, Spent Identity, Scattered Legacy and new release, Copper Waters.

One –  $50 VISA Card 

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