WHO KILLED GEORGE MALONE AND WHY IS HE BURNT TO A CRISP? BELLA VITA BY SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON AN EMLYN GOOD NOVELLA

 

BELLA VITA AN EMLYN GOODE MYSTERY BY SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON

A.B. Funkhauser

5.0 out of 5 starsA UNIQUE VOICE

August 27, 2016

Format: Kindle Edition

Bella Vita Salon is the ‘go to’ place for news of import. It’s also the launch point from which author Susan Lynn Solomon unwraps her own unique brand of storytelling. Using first person, the author confers on character Emlyn Goode the dual tasks of protagonist and narrator, sharing her insights and uncertainties with an unflinching self-deprecation that made me feel like she was sitting across from me at a shared table. A novelette, BELLA VITA gives more of what we first discovered in Solomon’s THE MAGIC OF MURDER, a 5 star full length work that focused on a modern day witch coming to terms with her inherited powers. I sense that the author in her enthusiasm just had to share her down-to-earth character one more time before the follow-up to MAGIC releases. Thank you for that. BELLA VITA is a nice bridge between the novels. 5 stars

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THERE IS MURDER AFOOT AND EMLYN IS USING HER “SKILLS” TO HELP SOLVE THE CRIME–THE MAGIC OF MURDER BY SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON!

 

When his partner is discovered in a frozen alley with eight bullets in his chest, Niagara Falls Police Detective Roger Frey swears vengeance. But Detective Chief Woodward has forbidden him or anyone else on the detective squad to work the case. Emlyn Goode knows Roger will disobey his boss, which will cost him his job and his freedom. Because she cares for him more than she’ll admit, she needs to stop him. Desperate, she can think of but one way.

Emlyn recently learned she’s a direct descendant of a woman hanged as a witch in 1692. She has a book filled with arcane recipes and chants passed down through her family. Possessed of, or perhaps by a vivid imagination, she intends to use these to solve Jimmy’s murder before Roger takes revenge on the killer. But she’s new to this “witch thing,” and needs help from her friend Rebecca Nurse, whose ancestor also took a short drop from a Salem tree. Rebecca’s not much better at deciphering the ancient directions, and while the women stumble over spell after spell, the number possible killers grows. When Chief Woodward’s wife is shot and a bottle bomb bursts through Emlyn’s window, it becomes clear she’s next on the killer’s list.

jfb

5.0 out of 5 stars A mystery-lover’s page turner.

Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2018

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Susan Solomon had me from the get-go. This is the first one of her books I’ve read and it will definitely not be the last!

The writing is top-notch–a pleasure to read–and the story is a page turner. I couldn’t put my Kindle down. The characters were all very well-developed, the plot was amazingly deft and devious, and the “magical” twist smacked of excellent research and clever story development.

This novel is a keeper, an entertaining read and an on-the-edge-of-your-seat mystery-lover’s nirvana.

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LOOKING AT THE YELLOW BRICK HOUSE SENDS JESSICA INTO A BLIND PANIC EVERY TIME! WHATS PAST IS PROLOGUE SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON

Jessica Menotti is frightened by a recurrent dream in which she’s chased through a maze by an unseen assailant. Hoping to escape the fears, she moves to Niagara Falls and takes a job as an Assistant District Attorney. Soon, though, she seems to be running through a real-life maze.

Called by Detective Mulroney to oversee the collection of evidence at a murder scene, Jessica is panicked when she sees an old yellow building then is startled by old bones dug up and a strange ring in the grave. It’s the first time she’s seen any of this, yet her instinct is to run from that place. At the same time, though she’s just met Mulroney she feels drawn to him as to someone she’s loved for years. Love, fear, where are these feelings coming from? Certainly not from any experience in this life.

When she is assigned a case involving drug smugglers, that maze dream and her sense of dread at the crime scene come into focus. Struggling to understand her sense of déjà vu leads to a vision of her death in a past life… and maybe her death in this one as well.

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IT’S HALLOWE’EN AND ITS ALL FUN AND GAMES TIL SOMEONE FINDS A DEAD BODY!!!!

 

WRITING IS MURDER!!!!!

SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON

 

Xkoqueen

4.0 out of 5 starsChillingly Good!

July 25, 2018

Format: Kindle Edition

Writing is Murder by Susan Lynn Solomon is a standalone cozy mystery in the author’s Emlyn Goode Mystery series. In addition to being a cozy mystery, there is a paranormal aspect to the story as Emlyn Goode is a descendent of a purported witch.

I loved the rich details Ms. Solomon included in her descriptions of the area. The author vividly describes an area of New York with which she is clearly familiar. Her descriptions of haunted locations are bone chilling!

Emlyn Goode is a writer who happens to be dating the local law enforcement. She can’t help but become involved in solving some local crimes since her witchy senses frequently lead her to trouble. I loved the historical fiction aspects in Writing is Murder as well as the inclusion of Emlyn’s writing group.

The characters are all likable, and their banter is fun. Their relationships definitely gave a homey, small town feel to the setting. The plot has a few intertwined threads that are all pulled together by the end of the story. Ms. Solomon has delivered a smart, engaging cozy mystery with plenty of clues and red herrings to keep her readers guessing until the end.

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BRING IN 2021 WITH A COZY MYSTERY, THE MAGIC OF MURDER BY SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON

 

When his partner is discovered in a frozen alley with eight bullets in his chest, Niagara Falls Police Detective Roger Frey swears vengeance. But Detective Chief Woodward has forbidden him or anyone else on the detective squad to work the case. Emlyn Goode knows Roger will disobey his boss, which will cost him his job and his freedom. Because she cares for him more than she’ll admit, she needs to stop him. Desperate, she can think of but one way.

Emlyn recently learned she’s a direct descendant of a woman hanged as a witch in 1692. She has a book filled with arcane recipes and chants passed down through her family. Possessed of, or perhaps by a vivid imagination, she intends to use these to solve Jimmy’s murder before Roger takes revenge on the killer. But she’s new to this “witch thing,” and needs help from her friend Rebecca Nurse, whose ancestor also took a short drop from a Salem tree. Rebecca’s not much better at deciphering the ancient directions, and while the women stumble over spell after spell, the number possible killers grows. When Chief Woodward’s wife is shot and a bottle bomb bursts through Emlyn’s window, it becomes clear she’s next on the killer’s list.

jfb

5.0 out of 5 stars A mystery-lover’s page turner.

Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2018

Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase

Susan Solomon had me from the get-go. This is the first one of her books I’ve read and it will definitely not be the last!

The writing is top-notch–a pleasure to read–and the story is a page turner. I couldn’t put my Kindle down. The characters were all very well-developed, the plot was amazingly deft and devious, and the “magical” twist smacked of excellent research and clever story development.

This novel is a keeper, an entertaining read and an on-the-edge-of-your-seat mystery-lover’s nirvana.

The Magic of Murder Kindle Edition

GRAB SOME CHRISTMAS CHEER WITH THIS GHOSTLY ROMANCE! ABIGAILS WINDOW BY SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON!

 

ABIGAILS WINDOW BY SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON

Abigail Bender lost her only love at Gettysburg in 1863. One hundred and fifty years later Kaitlyn Novacs, teetering on the edge of a breakdown after the loss of her one love, encounters Abigail’s spirit in a quaint Canadian inn. There’s a connection between these women, Kaitlyn feels it the first moment she sees the ghost but refuses to admit it. She is forced to accept how closely her fate mirrors the ghost’s when through Abigail’s window she witnesses the ghost’s life and death. Still, there’s a secret Abigail withholds from Kaitlyn. Will discovering that secret come too late to save Kaitlyn from Abigail’s fate?

gary copeland

5.0 out of 5 starsLove is very powerful

May 19, 2019

Format: Kindle Edition

Loved the book, could not put it down. The booked tied suspense, love story, and history together very nicely. Brought me to tears a few times. Oh the power of love. One important lesson learned is never give up no matter how broken your heart is. Very well written. Truly enjoyed the story. Can’t wait for Susan’s next book.

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NEW FROM SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS WHAT'S PAST IS PROLOGUE

  LOOKING AT THE YELLOW BRICK HOUSE  SENDS JESSICA INTO A BLIND PANIC EVERY TIME!

Jessica Menotti is frightened by a recurrent dream in which she’s chased through a maze by an unseen assailant. Hoping to escape the fears, she moves to Niagara Falls and takes a job as an Assistant District Attorney. Soon, though, she seems to be running through a real-life maze.

Called by Detective Mulroney to oversee the collection of evidence at a murder scene, Jessica is panicked when she sees an old yellow building then is startled by old bones dug up and a strange ring in the grave. It’s the first time she’s seen any of this, yet her instinct is to run from that place. At the same time, though she’s just met Mulroney she feels drawn to him as to someone she’s loved for years. Love, fear, where are these feelings coming from? Certainly not from any experience in this life.

When she is assigned a case involving drug smugglers, that maze dream and her sense of dread at the crime scene come into focus. Struggling to understand her sense of déjà vu leads to a vision of her death in a past life… and maybe her death in this one as well.

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TWAS THE PARTY BEFORE CHRISTMAS AND EMLYN FINDS A DEAD BODY HOHOHO IT'S MURDER TWAS THE SEASON BY SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON

 

Holiday Cozy Mystery

March 3, 2018

Format: Kindle Edition

This was my first Emlyn Goode Mystery, but it won’t be my last! Author Susan Lynn Solomon has created a wonderful cozy mystery series, and this holiday novella is a delightful crash course into it.

When the police throw a Christmas bash, it is merry mayhem as everyone is surprised by the grisly secret Santa gift. Although her cop boyfriend tells her repeatedly to stay out of it, Emlyn Good tries to figure out the mystery. After all, where else will she get material for her next book. As the story progresses, readers get to know Emlyn, her family and cats well. While it is clear that the characters have, for the most part, been introduced and developed previously, Ms. Solomon presented her characters in a way that I felt I knew them.

‘Twas The Season is a good holiday cozy mystery that fans of the series are sure to enjoy.

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THIS THANKSGIVING SOMEONE COOKS UP A MURDER IN THE FALLS! AN EMLYN GOODE MYSTERY NOVELLA BY SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON

 

Lauren Hanson

5.0 out of 5 starsOnce again Emlyn solves a murder!

August 11, 2018 – Published on Amazon.com

Once again she solves a murder with the help of an ancestor, her best friend, and a sassy cat. Although this time she finds herself engaged and getting her brother in law involved too. This novel is very well written, funny, and the characters seem unbelievably real. You can definitely tell the author Susan puts some of herself into every story and even Emlyn herself. I found this novel to be a quick read since I could not put it down! I’m already looking forward to the next of the series.

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SEND A READER A PRESENT...ABIGAILS WINDOW BY SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON

 

ABIGAILS WINDOW BY SUSAN LYNN SOLOMON

Abigail Bender lost her only love at Gettysburg in 1863. One hundred and fifty years later Kaitlyn Novacs, teetering on the edge of a breakdown after the loss of her one love, encounters Abigail’s spirit in a quaint Canadian inn. There’s a connection between these women, Kaitlyn feels it the first moment she sees the ghost but refuses to admit it. She is forced to accept how closely her fate mirrors the ghost’s when through Abigail’s window she witnesses the ghost’s life and death. Still, there’s a secret Abigail withholds from Kaitlyn. Will discovering that secret come too late to save Kaitlyn from Abigail’s fate?

gary copeland

5.0 out of 5 starsLove is very powerful

May 19, 2019

Format: Kindle Edition

Loved the book, could not put it down. The booked tied suspense, love story, and history together very nicely. Brought me to tears a few times. Oh the power of love. One important lesson learned is never give up no matter how broken your heart is. Very well written. Truly enjoyed the story. Can’t wait for Susan’s next book.

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