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The Sign of the Calico Quartz
- The Sweetbrier Inn Mysteries, Book 1
- Narrated by: Gillian Wiggin
- Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins
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Publisher's summary
Emma Blackwood's favorite pastime is solving literary murder mysteries...until the body in her living room makes everything a little too real. When Emma comes to the Black Hills to work at her Aunt Roses B&B, the Sweetbrier Inn, she is hoping for a quiet break from the corporate treadmill. But she hadn't expected murder and intrigue to mar this peaceful setting. As she wades through too many clues to identify the murderer, she soon finds that the culprit isn't stopping at only one homicide and may even have placed Emma herself on the list of targets. With the help of her friend Becky and a deputy sheriff who grudgingly lets them join in on the investigation, Emma tracks down the killer. But will it be in time to save the next victim?
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- Kathryn Hegwood
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Narration made the difference!
I liked the Black Hills setting and the lead character, Emma. Emma was well drawn by the author and the narrator brought her to life- kept me interested when the mystery became apparent. Enjoyed listening to all the voices and loved the description of the Black Hills.
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- BMW
- 07-28-24
Good Story, Superb Narration
This Whodunit kept my attention throughout. Lots of characters though so the narrator’s ability to dramatically differentiate the voices was essential. I really enjoyed getting to know them and the Black Hills setting.
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