Murder, She Wrote: Debonair in Death (Murder She Wrote) by Jessica Fletcher and Terrie Farley Moran | Book Review

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When a local art shop owner is murdered, Jessica Fletcher is surprised to once again be working alongside her old friend MI-6 agent Michael Haggerty to solve the case in the newest mystery in this USA Today bestselling series.

Murder, She Wrote: Debonair in Death (Murder She Wrote)

by Jessica Fletcher and Terrie Farley Moran

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Murder, She Wrote: Debonair in Death (Murder She Wrote)
Cozy Mystery
54th in Series
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Berkley (November 2, 2021)
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 288 pages

When Nelson Penzell, co-owner of a local art and treasure store in Cabot Cove, is murdered, the nail tech from Jessica Fletcher’s favorite beauty parlor is the main suspect. After all, she’s the one who ran out of the store screaming, covered in blood, and holding the murder weapon. Jessica is positive that despite the circumstances, Coreen can’t possibly be guilty, and is determined to prove it.

When Michael Haggerty, handsome MI-6 agent and Jessica’s old friend, is caught snooping around the victim’s home, it’s quickly apparent to her that she was right. Nelson has always had a bit of a reputation for being a rake, but Haggerty is sure his sins go far beyond what anyone in town imagined. If she wants to clear Coreen’s name, Jessica will have to work alongside Michael to find out who killed Nelson—and maybe help bust a crime ring in the process.

Murder She Wrote Debonair in Death Book Review

Murder She Wrote always brings me fond memories. But it’s funny; when I try to watch them now, I always find fewer Cabot Cove episodes than I thought there were. The episodes set in Cabot Cove were and still are my favorites. It’s because of Jessica’s home in Maine that I had dreams, however unrealistic they were, of moving to Maine and living in a house just like Jessica’s. It would be close to the water; and, obviously, I’d be a mystery writer. Needless to say, seeing that Murder She Wrote: Debonair in Death was set entirely in Cabot Cove brought joy and nostalgia  to my heart. 

I’ve read so many cozy mystery books, but I’d never read any of the Murder She Wrote books until the previous book, Killing in a Koi Pond. Both that and this current one are written by Terrie Farley Moran, along with Jessica Fletcher, of course. I’ve enjoyed both very much, but this one is my favorite because of the setting. The Cabot Cove residents are also pleasingly familiar to me. I’m definitely hoping that Jessica and Terrie continue their “partnership.” 

In Murder She Wrote: Debonair in Death, a quiet young woman becomes the prime person of interest in a muder when she’s found screaming, covered in blood, and holding the murder weapon. Though the sheriff doesn’t really believe she is the murderer, no other suspects come into view. Jessica once again finds herself inconspicuously asking questions that may reveal further clues and motives. 

I enjoyed so much about Murder She Wrote: Debonair in Death. As I said, the familiar setting and main characters gave me a warm feeling of nostalgia. I appreciate that Farley includes small details that true fans notice: Jessica’s jogging habit, the fact that she doesn’t drive but bikes when possible, the way Seth talks to her, etc. These aspects make the story come alive to me since I could easily picture the story unfolding on the small screen. 

Murder She Wrote: Debonair in Death has a well-plotted mystery with several plausible suspects. The murder, though occurring in Cabot Cove, had far reaching affects. Therefore, there’s more than one mystery unfolding here. I loved trying to figure out how they all fit together along with uncovering the murderer. It’s an easy to read book because it’s so enjoyable. 

It doesn’t matter if you’re a long time Murder She Wrote fan or are new to Jessica Fletcher and Cabot Cove, if you love cozy mystery books, you will love this intriguing book. If you’re like me, it’ll keep you up well past your bedtime trying to figure out whodunit and why. It’s a 5 out of 5 for me!

About the Authors

Terrie Farley Moran is co-author, along with Jessica Fletcher, of the Murder, She Wrote series. Terrie is also the author of the beachside Read ‘Em and Eat cozy novels, and is co-author of Laura Childs’ scrapbooking mysteries. Her short mystery fiction has been published in numerous venues. Terrie is a recipient of both the Agatha and the Derringer awards.

Author Links

Webpage: https://terriefarleymoran.com/   

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/terriefarleymoran/

Purchase Links   Amazon –  IndieBound    Barnes and Noble 

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Murder She Wrote: Debonair in Death TOUR PARTICIPANTS

November 1

I’m All About Books – SPOTLIGHT

My Reading Journeys – REVIEW  

November 2

Here’s How It Happened – SPOTLIGHT

Maureen’s Musings – SPOTLIGHT

November 3

Christy’s Cozy Corners – REVIEW

November 4

Novels Alive – AUTHOR INTERVIEW

Sapphyria’s Book Reviews – SPOTLIGHT

November 5

Baroness’ Book Trove – REVIEW

Books to the Ceiling – REVIEW

November 6

FUONLYKNEW – SPOTLIGHT

Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – SPOTLIGHT

November 7

Cozy Up With Kathy – REVIEW

November 8

Celticlady’s Reviews – SPOTLIGHT

November 9

Ascroft, eh? – CHARACTER INTERVIEW

Christa Reads and Writes – SPOTLIGHT

November 10

Brooke Blogs – SPOTLIGHT

Laura’s Interests – REVIEW

November 11

The Book’s the Thing – REVIEW

November 12

Author Elena Taylor’s Blog – CHARACTER INTERVIEW

November 13

I Read What You Write – REVIEW, AUTHOR INTERVIEW

November 14

Dear Reader – REVIEW

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