Every Sunday we are taking a look at the world of books. I read a lot and always want to share my opinions on what I read, so I thought it would be fun to write reviews. Today we are looking at the next book in the Charity Shop Detective Agency series.
The Vanilla Killer (2024)
Peter Boland
Synopsis
One sleepy seaside town. Three old friends, who love a natter and a cuppa. A killer who’s anything but vanilla.
It’s the end of a long day at the Dogs Need Nice Homes charity shop. Fiona, Daisy and Partial Sue, the three retired ladies who volunteer there, are ready to lock up for the night.The chippie is beckoning. But supper will have to wait.The ladies watch aghast as a clapped-out ice-cream van lurches up to their door.With Daisy’s daughter Bella behind the wheel!
Newly divorced Bella has only just gotten rid of her rotten husband. Now she’s bought herself a van — and a whole world of trouble. Because this is a van with a history.Its freezer may be stocked with sweet treats today, but it once held something much more sinister. The dead body of its former owner.
The culprit, known only as the Vanilla Killer, melted away without a trace.When Bella starts receiving poison pen letters, the ladies can’t help but worry. What if their beloved Bella’s next?There’s only one thing for it, the ladies agree over a steaming pot of tea.
They need to track down the Vanilla Killer — before anyone else dies . . .
– from Amazon
Positive Points
This book has a great story at its heart which means that it makes you want to keep reading as it has a light sense of humour and is a book for a perfect read with a cup of tea. The book still has the energy of the stories before and opens up the world just a bit more.
Negative Points
You may need to read the previous books to really delve into the story properly and for it to make sense.
Overall Review
Whilst the book isn’t a game changer in the world of murder mystery, it is a book that is enjoyable and good fun.
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