Book Details
Book Title: Taking Notes on Murder (A Fiona Quinn Mystery #9)
Author: C.S. McDonald
Category: YA Fiction, 184 pages
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Publisher: McWriter Books
Release date: May 19, 2020
Book Description
Mysterious notes are showing up in Fiona’s kindergarten classroom, claiming a suicide from 2005 was actually a homicide. Detective Landry maintains the messages are too vague, possess no integrity, and do not warrant a review of the old case.
Fiona’s not convinced. She’s determined to find the author of the enigmatic notes and uncover the truth about a man who had many secrets and countless enemies, including Fiona’s mother and former suspect Nancy Quinn!
Can Fiona crack this cold case, and what will it take to get Detective Landry involved? Don’t miss taking notes on this murder!
Why Should You Read This?
Taking Notes On Murder by C.S. McDonald is a gripping murder mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. The book is part of the Fiona Quinn Mysteries series, but can be read as a standalone novel.
Fiona Quinn is a kindergarten teacher who becomes embroiled in a cold case from 2005 when mysterious notes start appearing in her classroom. The notes suggest that what was thought to be a suicide was actually a murder. Despite Detective Landry’s insistence that the notes are too vague, Fiona is convinced that there is more to the case than meets the eye. As she investigates, she uncovers secrets that many people in the small town would prefer to keep buried.
The characters are well-developed and relatable, especially Fiona, who is determined to uncover the truth, no matter the cost. The plot is fast-paced and full of twists and turns that keep the reader engaged until the very end. The author does an excellent job of keeping the suspense high and the clues subtle enough to keep the mystery intact.
Overall, Taking Notes On Murder is an excellent addition to the Fiona Quinn Mysteries series. It is a well-written, entertaining, and satisfying mystery that will appeal to fans of cozy mysteries and police procedurals alike. If you’re looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat, this is definitely one to add to your reading list.
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