This
is a captivating mystery from new-to-me author Joan Donaldson-Yarmey.
Illegally Dead is the first book in a series that also includes The Only Shadow
in the House and Whistler's Murder. This book is not only a murder
mystery but also a travelogue of the Crowsnest Highway in Southern
Alberta. I have actually never been to this area so that aspect of the
book was incredibly interesting to me. Who wouldn't want to learn more
about a place called Head Smashed In Buffalo Jump. And it was interesting to
learn the story behind the name of the city of Medicine Hat.
Besides all of the interesting travel information there is a riveting mystery that kept me guessing until the conclusion. The story abounds with interesting characters. I love that older people were consulted when our sleuth and travel writer Elizabeth Oliver was conducting her research...people often forget that the older generation has plenty of stories to tell and have often kept quite a few secrets over the years.
Great Canadian mystery!!! I'm looking forward to reading the next two books in the series.
Kathryn
PoulinBesides all of the interesting travel information there is a riveting mystery that kept me guessing until the conclusion. The story abounds with interesting characters. I love that older people were consulted when our sleuth and travel writer Elizabeth Oliver was conducting her research...people often forget that the older generation has plenty of stories to tell and have often kept quite a few secrets over the years.
Great Canadian mystery!!! I'm looking forward to reading the next two books in the series.
MysteriesEtc
I like how author Joan Donaldson-Yarmey sets her books in obscure places in Alberta. This time it is Redwater...a small town outside of Edmonton that not many people have heard of...I only have because the company I worked at for many years built a cogeneration plant there. This is the second book in her Sumach Travel Mystery series. It is an enjoyable read particularly if you want to learn more about Alberta. The author is a travel writer and her experience and expertise about the area shines through.
Good story filled with interesting characters. The mystery had me guessing until the end. I'm looking forward to the next Elizabeth Oliver adventure.
Kathryn Poulin
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Shadow In The House. I have a hard time putting it down and find I am reading too late into the night! I am almost finished it. I cannot wait to find out who is responsible for the other murder. It’s an excellent book that is so full of suspense! I can’t wait for your next one. Marie K
Maureen
I met you when you were in Lethbridge at Chapters signing books. I just finished Illegally Dead last night and I have to say I LOVED IT!! If you continue to write like this you will go very far with your talent. It grabbed me from the first paragraph and wouldn't let go..LOL I have told a lot of people they should go and buy this book as it is SO good. Even though I just finished reading it.. I want more!! Loved the characters.. especially the twists and turns especially the final chapter. Please keep me informed as you write more!
Your new friend and number 1 fan!
Karolee
I have just finished reading your second book and I have to say it was GREAT! Quite possibly better than the first one..LOL The sad thing is now I have to wait for the next one ..LOL But I am patient
I finished the book, Illegally Dead, last night. It was a really good read. Kept me
guessing right up to the end. Joan
did a really good job. Waiting for the next one. Gwendoline
did a really good job. Waiting for the next one. Gwendoline
They are a great series. I
loved every one of them.
Gwendoline- I received the book last week and have read it and I’m impressed. You should be very proud of yourself – you’ve come such a long way as a writer. I think you have a series on your hands there. Maybe you’ll get your series on TV when you’ve got a few more under your belt! Cheers and congratulations! Sylvia
