An Invitation to Murder: A feisty female detective cozy mystery - A.G. Barnett

She used to solve murders on tv, now she does it for realOnce the star of a beloved TV crime drama, Mary Blake had it all - fame, fortune, and the adoration of millions. But turning fifty meant being replaced by a younger actress, and Mary believed her days in the spotlight were over. That is, until an old friend's murder mystery party propels her back into the public eye - as a prime suspect. Now, the former TV detective must become a real-life sleuth to clear her name. With her endearing, puppy-like brother and her unexpectedly resourceful assistant, Dot, Mary embarks on a quest to uncover the truth. An Invitation to Murder is the first book of the Mary Blake Mysteries, a clever, character-driven cozy mystery, with a fantastic heroine and a charming supporting duo, Dot and Pea. ________________________________ Praise for the Mary Blake Mysteries: ? ? ? ? ? Wonderful first book of a series. Looking forward to the next one. ? ? ? ? ? What a wonderful read, couldn't put the book down once I started. I felt so at home with the characters and totally enjoyed it. ? ? ? ? ? Five stars given as this was an enjoyable and uncomplicated cosy mystery which I could put down and pick up at any time. ? ? ? ? ? I really enjoyed reading this book, it was just like reading an Agatha Christie book but a bit more up to date. ? ? ? ? ? Treat yourself to this quaint very enjoyable book. ? ? ? ? ? A nicely written, easy to follow story. Interesting characters and plenty of drama. ? ? ? ? ? If you like the classic locked room style mysteries, then this is well worth a read. ? ? ? ? ? Enjoyed the setting with its crumbling walls, dust and draughts. Very realistic!!