Book Details
Book Title: Mambo and Murder: A Fiona Quinn Mystery #6
Author: C.S. McDonald
Category: YA Fiction, 160 pages
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Publisher: McWriter Books
Release date: October 31, 2018
Formats Available for review: audiobook (audible download), ebook (mobi for kindle, epub, pdf)
Content Rating: G (The Fiona Quinn Mysteries are for everyone–adults love the books and they are appropriate for teens and tweens too!)
Book Description
Three ballroom dancers were murdered over 40 years ago. Wow, that’s one old cold case. What’s more, the murderer, who was thought to have been killed during a police chase, has resurfaced in Pittsburgh. Yikes! How can that be?
Worse, ballroom dancing simply isn’t Detective Nathan Landry’s forte. After weeks of practice, Nathan still has two left feet. Can Fiona step in to guide Nathan through this dancing debacle or will it take 40 years for the detective to find his footing?
Double yikes! Join Fiona and detective Landry in this high-stepping whodunit!
Why Should You Read This?
Mambo and Murder by C.S. McDonald is a delightful and entertaining mystery that blends elements of ballroom dancing and cold-case investigations into a compelling and engaging story.
The book follows the adventures of Detective Nathan Landry, a seasoned investigator who is tasked with solving a cold case involving the murder of three ballroom dancers over 40 years ago. To make matters worse, the murderer, who was thought to have been killed in a police chase, has resurfaced in Pittsburgh, leaving Nathan with a daunting task of uncovering the truth behind the killings.
What sets Mambo and Murder apart from other mysteries is its unique blend of ballroom dancing and crime-solving. The author does an excellent job of capturing the atmosphere of the ballroom dancing world, with vivid descriptions of the music, the costumes, and the competitions. The book is also filled with fascinating details about the history of ballroom dancing, which will delight anyone with an interest in the subject.
Another standout aspect of the book is its characters. From Nathan and Fiona to the colorful cast of ballroom dancers and suspects, each character is unique and memorable, with their own quirks and flaws. The interactions between the characters are often hilarious and heartwarming, adding depth and nuance to the story.
The mystery itself is well-plotted and keeps readers guessing until the very end. The pacing is brisk and engaging, with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers on the edge of their seats. And while ballroom dancing might not be Nathan’s forte, his struggles on the dance floor add an extra layer of humor and humanity to the story.
Overall, Mambo and Murder is a delightful and engaging mystery that will appeal to fans of the genre as well as anyone with an interest in ballroom dancing. It is a must-read for anyone looking for a fun and entertaining whodunit.