Author: Donna Andrews
This is a first novel that completely captured me - lovely to read, and funny too. The heroine is well-drawn, and the supporting cast are eccentric and hilarious. Dialogue is great. Even though the mystery is not intensely complex, it is still quite enjoyable and with the characterizations it turns into an excellent lazy afternoon read.
This may or may not be turning into a series, but there is one book which is a sequel to this one, bringing back almost all the characters. I didn't find the second book quite as enjoyable as the first one.
Series:
Murder with Peacocks
Murder with Puffins
Mom I thought this book was hilarious. It has the kind of dry humor that I love--and it never quits. I actually laughed out loud several times in the book. And you're right--the second one was not near as good--perhaps she'll get better?
Bri