Constance Q. (zal) reviewed on + 8 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
I enjoy reading this series because the mysteries don't necessarily start off as a murder. Ann Purser weaves a twisted plot that engages Lois' townspeople, her employees and her family so that you learn something about English village life. Even when the plot is uncovered, Purser still adds the unexpected!!!
I disagree with the "booklist" referring to "Lois as something of an updated Miss Marple". To me Lois is a kin to M.C.Beaton's Agatha Raisin but not as funny. She and Agatha basically do their own thing no matter what dangers are ahead. Sometimes, I think she is too obsessive w/independence and I wish she had a little of Miss Marple in her. But then, I can read Hazel Holt or Jeanne M. Dams or Emily Brightwell for a more loveable sleuth.
I disagree with the "booklist" referring to "Lois as something of an updated Miss Marple". To me Lois is a kin to M.C.Beaton's Agatha Raisin but not as funny. She and Agatha basically do their own thing no matter what dangers are ahead. Sometimes, I think she is too obsessive w/independence and I wish she had a little of Miss Marple in her. But then, I can read Hazel Holt or Jeanne M. Dams or Emily Brightwell for a more loveable sleuth.
