Release: May 2, 2021
Format: Paperback
Publisher: McWriter Books
Source: IRead Book Tours
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The Owl’s Nest Couturier Shoppe is a huge success! Business is booming, and Alexa Owl’s love life is heating up. Yet much to the seamstress’s dismay, Detective Bobby Starr is suddenly back again! Bobby isn’t your everyday gumshoe. Rather, he’s an angel who’s trying to earn a place in Saint Peter’s Guardian Angel Squad.
He’s required to solve murders he had left unsettled from when he walked the earth to be accepted into this prestigious group. Of course, they will need to return to the time period in which the murder took place, and again, Alexa is a reluctant time traveler. Oh, and there’s one more little problem—this time, Bobby’s brought along a friend, Maxi Krogen, and she’s no angel!
About the Author:
For twenty-six years, C.S. McDonald’s life whirled around a song and a dance. Classically trained at Pittsburgh Ballet Theater School, The Pittsburgh Dance Alloy, and many others, she became a professional dancer and choreographer.
In 2011 she retired from her dance career to write. Under her real name, Cindy McDonald, she writes murder-suspense and romantic suspense novels. Also, in 2014 she added the pen name, C.S. McDonald, to write children’s books for her grandchildren. Also, in 2016 she added the Fiona Quinn Mysteries. Presently, the Fiona Quinn Mysteries has nine books.
Cindy’s newest venture is The Owl’s Nest Mysteries. Once again, she has set her cozy mystery in Pittsburgh. Moreover, the Owl’s Next Mysteries has a little grit, a little time travel, a little romance, and a whole lot of cozy!
Cindy resides on her Thoroughbred farm known as Fly by Night Stables near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with her husband, Bill, and she poorly behaved Cocker Spaniel, Allister.
Maxed Out Review:
When I read “Back to the Burgh and Beyond,” the first book in the series, I knew I would enjoy “Maxed out,” its continuation.
Firstly, the author brings back our favorite duo. Alexa and Bobby Starr a new mystery that Alexa has to solve. In this story, Alexa needs to find who killed Maxi’s husband, Rodney, for which Maxi gets accused. I immediately liked the tense chemistry between Alexa and Maxi. Maxi is a person who would get on anyone’s nerves for her arrogant personality, and it was interesting to see how Alexa handled her. On a side note, I adored Trixie and thought she added a nice touch to the scenes. However, what surprised me was how the author beautifully connected this storyline to another mystery that Alexa accidentally discovers when she visits Hank’s Sandwich shop. I loved how the two storylines interweaved with one another, and that made the story exciting.
I enjoyed Alexa in the lead. She is curious and helpful, and I liked her friendship with Bobby and her chemistry with Cliff. Winnie is adorable as Alexa’s friend (and even Holden), making the scenes humorous. Honestly, I wish both of them were more active in the storyline. Like the first book, I loved the time-traveling element and how the author brought the 1950s back to life. I also liked the creative touch she added to reference famous movies like “The Godfather” to include in the mob storyline.
Overall, “Maxed Out” is a lovely addition to “The Owl’s Next Mysteries” series, and I wonder what adventure Alexa will find herself in next time.
Giveaway:
Autographed copy of MAXED OUT, plus other gifts (the USA only) (ends Jul 23)
I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on theMaxed Out by C.S. McDonald Blog Tour hosted by IRead Book Tours. Check out my post, and make sure to enter the giveaway!
Book Tour Schedule
Rockin’ Book Reviews – June 22 – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder/giveaway
Bound 4 Escape – June 22 – book review of Maxed Out/giveaway
Book Corner News and Reviews – June 22 – book review of Maxed Out/giveaway
Rajiv’s Reviews – June 22 – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder/giveaway
Splashes of Joy – June 23 – book review of Maxed Out/giveaway
Book Corner News and Reviews – June 23 – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder/giveaway
Working Mommy Journal – June 23 – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder/giveaway
Rajiv’s Reviews – June 23 – book review of Taking Notes on Murder/giveaway
Buried Under Books – June 24 – book review of Maxed Out/giveaway
Rajiv’s Reviews – June 24 – book review of Maxed Out/giveaway
Locks, Hooks, and Books – June 24 – book review of Taking Notes on Murder/giveaway
