I think after Nancy Drew, my entry into detective books of any kind were the Stephanie Plum books by Janet Evanovich. She's a bounty hunter but more often than not felt like a detective from my perspective. I'm really excited to read 'Scorched Grace' since I have read any detective books in a while.
I like Louise Penny's Detective Gamache. And I can't wait to read Scorched Grace because it reminds me of my friend I lost to cancer. She was a queer nun and a remarkable lady.
I’m a fan of Chesterton’s Father Brown. He’s an unexpected character too, as someone who is innocent but not simple or naive. The stories are always a good laugh. Scorched Grace sounds awesome.
This book sounds great, and what a cover! I'm a fan (always) of Armand Gamache, but something about this interview is reminding me of Laura Lippman's Tess Monaghan books, too.
My favorite is Kinsey Milhone from the ABC series by Sue Grafton. I love a mystery before computers. I think she was an original badass!
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My favorites are Maisie Dobbs and Armand Ganache
Love both of these!
I think after Nancy Drew, my entry into detective books of any kind were the Stephanie Plum books by Janet Evanovich. She's a bounty hunter but more often than not felt like a detective from my perspective. I'm really excited to read 'Scorched Grace' since I have read any detective books in a while.
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This is basic but I started with Miss Marple and I am also an avid knitter who is deeply nosy and there's a reason she has stuck around.
So when I first read Miss Marple, I couldn't get into her. Now in my 30s, I love her.
I like Louise Penny's Detective Gamache. And I can't wait to read Scorched Grace because it reminds me of my friend I lost to cancer. She was a queer nun and a remarkable lady.
She sounds remarkable!
My favorite fictional detective -- and the reason I am such a mystery reader to this day -- is Laura Lippman's Tess Monaghan. I love her so damn much.
I read Baltimore Blues in the beginning of March 2020. It's not an exaggeration to say Laura Lippman helped me survive those first few crazy weeks.
Yes!
A detective I love is Vera Stanhope.
Great interview! Such a fun book.
I’m a fan of Chesterton’s Father Brown. He’s an unexpected character too, as someone who is innocent but not simple or naive. The stories are always a good laugh. Scorched Grace sounds awesome.
I was struck by how much thinking Margot has done about spiritual mysteries. Interested to see what you think of Scorched Grace!
Three way tie between Nancy Drew, Maisie Dobbs, and Kinsey Milhone.
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My favorite fictional detective is Enola Holmes.
I love the Clare Fergusson series (as well as Armand gamache and Maisie dobbs). Clare is so flawed and faithful and trying to do good.
Three of my faves. I love love love Clare. Meeting Julia Spencer Fleming was one of the highlights of my 2022.
My favorite fictional detective is Harbinder Kaur.
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I've read Post Script Murders. I need to read more of them.
I've read Scorched Grace and it's great!
It feels very Jim to me.
Very!
This book sounds great, and what a cover! I'm a fan (always) of Armand Gamache, but something about this interview is reminding me of Laura Lippman's Tess Monaghan books, too.
There is definitely some Tess Monaghan DNA in Sister Holiday.
My favourite detectives are Rebus, VI Warshawski, Miss Marple
Oooh! I forgot about Vic!