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.
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.
Great interview! Such a fun book.
My two favorite fictional detectives are Tommy and Tupence Beresford, by the one and only Agatha Christie. Their banter is amazing!
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!
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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It’s a tie between Virgil Flowers and Lucas Davenport in John Sandford’s extensive extensive “Eyes” repertoire.
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.
My favorites are Maisie Dobbs and Armand Ganache
Love both of these!
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!
You know I will never be able to quit Hercule Poirot. But I will get around to Inspector Gamache hopefully soon.
Tell me when you do.
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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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!