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Synopsis
A film company is coming to the Cornish village of Penstowan, and the whole village turn up to be cast as extras, even Jodie ‘Nosey’ Parker. Determined to join in with the fun and ignore any dramas, Jodie is going to make the most of this time with her mum and daughter and of the potential to see their name in lights… or really small writing on the credits page.
But right on cue, the company’s caterer is sabotaged and Jodie must step up. As other small accidents begin to happen, it becomes clear that the filming is being sabotaged. With actors behaving out of character and the house literally being brought down, breaking a leg is the least of their worries.
Can Jodie save the day once again, or will it be their final curtain call?
My Review
I adore this series. Jodie ‘Nosey’ Parker is not your normal detective – she’s a divorced, baking mum of one who has moved back to her childhood area after her husband cheated on her. Nearly always having her daughter, mother and dog in tow, she always seems to end up in the thick of it.
The previous book left a potential love triangle vibe going on after Jodie’s disastrous dalliance with one of the suspects and it was interesting to see how the author built on it in this book. On one side there’s Tony, her childhood best friend, first boyfriend and someone who has always been there for her – she isn’t sure how she should feel about him because he’s like a brother to her but there is always that little flutter.
On the other side is Nathan, the investigating police officer. He and Jodie did not get on at all when they first met but now get on really well and he now allows her to help him on his cases. I am definitely Team Nathan but it is interesting to see how the author resolved the issue of the two men – let’s just say one potential romantic partnership definitely won’t be happening (although not for want of trying!).
I read this within a day, it is a fast paced fun read and I love the characters and I definitely cannot wait to read more in the series. A new firm favourite for sure.
I gave this book 5 out of 5 stars.
