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This is the first of the Kinsey Millhone books I've read, so my comments should be taken with that in mind. Grafton is touted for her 'offbeat humor' and 'tough but compassionate' style and I guess those phrases fit. Let me add my own phrase: "mystery lite". A few other authors come to mind in that sub-genre, particularly some of the works of Harlan Coben and Lawrence Block. Kinsey is a former cop turned private eye and in this tale at least she comes off as a bit of a diletante in spite of her spartan living conditions and old volkswagen sedan. In many respects she most closely resembles Block's Bernie Rhodenbarr character...especially in the way she's drawn deeper into the mystery in spite of both her inclinations and intentions. An okay read, but not one I'd return to until I've given up my preferred espresso for decaf.
Sharon (ShareBear) - Paris, TN reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 163 more book reviews
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Another wonderful and suspenseful case for Kinsey. I couldn't stop reading.
Raydene B. (Knitbooky) reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 136 more book reviews
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Typical Kinsey - I wouldn't give it up, but I have a duplicate.
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Another great one by Sue Grafton, love her twists and red herrings!
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Terrific!
Barbara H. (barbaralois) reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 81 more book reviews
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Kinsey has a new client,who pays her with a bad check. She goes looking for him to get her $ only to dicover he is dead. She wants to find out Why and by Who and ends up in a twisting tale of tangled lives.
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the whole searies of these sue grafon books are terrific.
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Really get into the Kinsey Millhone character. Author quite descriptive and gets you into the story. Reading all books and all good.
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Another wonderful and suspenseful case for Kinsey. I couldn't stop reading.
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Another great one by Sue Grafton.
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Kinsey still holds her own
Tanya A. (CampSunshine) reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 29 more book reviews
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Another Kinsey Millhone adventure! I loved this one. It's fun getting to know the character better as I work my way through the series.
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Kinsey Millhone is a great character. Light reading at its best. I'm a man and have no trouble reading this lady detective stuff.
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The client came to Kinsey Millhone with an easy job---just deliver $25,000 to a 15-year-old kid. A little odd, and a little too easy, but Kinsey too Alvn Limardo's retainer check anyway. It turned out to be as phony as he was. In real life his name was John Daggett, a chronic drunk with a record as long as your arm and a reputation for sleazy deals. But he wasn't just a deadbeat. By the time Kinsey caught up with him,he was a dead body---with a whole host of people who were delighted to hear the news. But how do you make a stiff pay up what he owes you?
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Another good one by Grafton. These remind me of back in the old days when I couldn't wait to read the next Nancy Drew mystery!
not my fav KM story but good.
I love Kinsey
just great, this author knows how to keep your interest
Another of the alphabet series I enjoyed. They are usually humorous, romance, mystery, all wrapped into one. Not disappointed. A quick read too.
I love the entire Sue Grafton series.... murder mysterys with a human possible twist.
cover maybe diferrent
One of Sue Grafton's best. Really.
Janet L. (proudgrandma) reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 288 more book reviews
The client came to Kinsey Milhone with an easy job--just deliver $25,000 to a fifteen-year-old kid. A little odd, and a little to easy, but Kinsey took Alvin Limardo's retainer check anyway. It turned out to be as phone as he was. In real life, his name was John Daggett, a chronic drunk with a record as long as your arm and a reputation for sleazy deals. But he wasn't just a deadbeat. By the time Kinsey caught up with him, he was a dead body--with a whole hose of people who were delighted to hear the news. But how do you make a stiff pay up what he owes you?
I love her books.
I love her books.
Sue Grafton ABC series keeps getting better.
Romy H. (hawaiianpride) reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 31 more book reviews
A fun "lite" read
Great Series. Once you read ABCD you'll want the rest.
Loriann S. (nalastormhunter) reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 35 more book reviews
I really love these novels. This one is probably one of the best I've read thus far.
As always hard to put down.
Denell W. (Chitimacha-Princess) reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 587 more book reviews
The client came to Kinsey Millhone with an easy job---just deliver $25,000 to a fifteen year old kid. A little odd, and a little too easy but Kinsey took Alvin Limardos retainer check anyway. It turned out to be as phony as he was. In real life his name was John Daggett, a chronic drunk with a record as long as your arm and a repuration for sleazy deals. But he wasn't just a deadbeat. By the time Kinsey caught up with him, he was a dead body---with a whole host of people who were delighted to hear the news. But how do you make a stiff pay up what he owes you?
Another book in the Kinsey Millhone series. She is a private detective who is hired to deliver a check to a fifteen year old. Turns out the retainer check is phony & when she tries to find the man who gave it to her, he's dead.
Another great Kinsey Millhone mystery. A female private investigater character is truly refreshing.
One in the continuing series involving private investigator Kinsey Millhone.
Another great Kinsey Millhone mystery!
I love this series. I've read each book twice..
Great reading.
The client came to Kinsey Millhone with an easy job -- just deliver $25,000 to a fifteen-year-old kid. A little odd, and a little too easy, but Kinsey took Alvin Limardo's retainer check anyway. It turned out to be as phony as he was. In real life, his name was John Daggett, a chronic drunk with a record as long as your arm and a reputation for sleazy deals. But he wasn't just a deadbeat. By the time Kinsey caught up with him, he was a dead body -- with a whole host of people who were delighted to hear the news. But how do you make a stiff pay up what he owes you?
Tim C. (mysterywriter) reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 142 more book reviews
Another stellar effort by Ms. Grafton. I'm reading them in order, so this was my fourth. I can't really say which one I like best at this point. They're all so consistently good. "D" is for Darn Good.
Sandi P. (DakotaDreams) reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 178 more book reviews
This one was a pretty interesting story and I liked it. Good read...
Carol T. (anjeleyes) - reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 115 more book reviews
It was interesting, not quite as good as the first 3 but worth reading. i can't wait to read E now.
One of my favorite from this whole series of Kinsey Millhone books!
Entertaining mystery
Lisa P. (FamFatale) - Chantilly, VA reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 366 more book reviews
Kinsey Milhone seems a little slow in figuring out this one....but as always she does come through.
A great series starring the likable but edgy Kinsey Milhone.
Winston C. (Crabby-doctor) reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 295 more book reviews
I have read all of her "Alphabetical" mysteries, and would recommend them all.
Andy T. (MayberryFlyBaby) - Mount Airy, NC reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 68 more book reviews
Typical Sue Grafton...Good!
you'll love kinsey millhone.. she has an off beat sense of humor..and fiesty sense of justice.tough but compassionate.. bright brisk and very 'get to know ' kinda P.I.
The client came to Kinsey Millhone with an easy job-just deliver $25,000 to a fifteen year old kid. It turned out to be as phony as he was.
Maureen V. (mahuff) - Somerset, OH reviewed D is for Deadbeat (Kinsey Millhone, Bk 4) on + 42 more book reviews
Has a different cover on it
4th book in the Kinsey Milhone series. This series is almost as comical as Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum.
In this book, the client hires Kinsey to deliver $25,000 to a fifteen-year-old kid. A little odd, and a little too easy, but Kinsey took Alvin Limardo's retainer check abyway. It turned out to be as phony as he was. In real life his name was John Daggett, a chronic drunk with a record as long as your arm and a reputation for sleazy deals. But he wasn't just a deadbeat. By the time kinsey caught up with him, he was a dead body with a whole host of people who were delighted to hear the news. But how do you make a stiff pay up what he owes you?
In this book, the client hires Kinsey to deliver $25,000 to a fifteen-year-old kid. A little odd, and a little too easy, but Kinsey took Alvin Limardo's retainer check abyway. It turned out to be as phony as he was. In real life his name was John Daggett, a chronic drunk with a record as long as your arm and a reputation for sleazy deals. But he wasn't just a deadbeat. By the time kinsey caught up with him, he was a dead body with a whole host of people who were delighted to hear the news. But how do you make a stiff pay up what he owes you?
Good story, keeps you guessing!
Enjoyable series. Light read.
Kinsey Millhone mystery. Good story and suspense
Kinsey Milhone mystery. Good story. I love Kinsey
a typical sue grafton lady detective story. this is an early one and is not as good as her later ones I think. still a good fast page turner for beach or plane