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orlaithma's review against another edition
4.0
The Development by Jackie Kebler is the third book in the Cora Baxter Mystery series. I haven't yet read the first two books but that didn't keep me from enjoying this instalment!
The mystery aspect of this book is wonderful and it's not too easy to guess. The writing is quick and witty, so much so that I read this book in one sitting!
I liked that Cora is a journalist rather than a member of the police, or a private investigator. It made a nice change from most other mystery novels that I've read.
I'm definitely looking forward to reading more about Cora so I will be picking up the first two books soon!
Thank you to the publisher for providing me with a free copy to review!
The mystery aspect of this book is wonderful and it's not too easy to guess. The writing is quick and witty, so much so that I read this book in one sitting!
I liked that Cora is a journalist rather than a member of the police, or a private investigator. It made a nice change from most other mystery novels that I've read.
I'm definitely looking forward to reading more about Cora so I will be picking up the first two books soon!
Thank you to the publisher for providing me with a free copy to review!
nightresplendent's review against another edition
4.0
The Development by Jackie Kebler is the third book in the Cora Baxter Mystery series. I haven't yet read the first two books but that didn't keep me from enjoying this instalment!
The mystery aspect of this book is wonderful and it's not too easy to guess. The writing is quick and witty, so much so that I read this book in one sitting!
I liked that Cora is a journalist rather than a member of the police, or a private investigator. It made a nice change from most other mystery novels that I've read.
I'm definitely looking forward to reading more about Cora so I will be picking up the first two books soon!
Thank you to the publisher for providing me with a free copy to review!
The mystery aspect of this book is wonderful and it's not too easy to guess. The writing is quick and witty, so much so that I read this book in one sitting!
I liked that Cora is a journalist rather than a member of the police, or a private investigator. It made a nice change from most other mystery novels that I've read.
I'm definitely looking forward to reading more about Cora so I will be picking up the first two books soon!
Thank you to the publisher for providing me with a free copy to review!
portybelle's review against another edition
4.0
The Development starts off in a dramatic and tragic way as TV news reporter Cora drives home after a busy week at work. A young woman lands on her car from a bridge over the road. The woman's death is ruled a suicide but her family - and Cora - aren't so sure. She begins to investigate and soon uncovers links to a planned housing development, local protests, anonymous threatening letters, a dodgy businessman and a possible cover-up by the police. Could they all be connected with the woman's death?
I really like the character of Cora. She is dedicated and professional, determined and principled. The story is mostly told from her point of view but smaller asides from some of other characters hints at something serious being covered up by more than one person. The book is a crime investigation but a bit unusual, not being police led. I don't like gory or graphic incidents in books but do enjoy a mystery adventure so this kind of book is right up my street.
As with Jackie Kabler's other books, her engaging style kept me guessing till the end. And the final dramatic chapters had me tapping my kindle quickly, desperate to find out how it would end.
I really like the character of Cora. She is dedicated and professional, determined and principled. The story is mostly told from her point of view but smaller asides from some of other characters hints at something serious being covered up by more than one person. The book is a crime investigation but a bit unusual, not being police led. I don't like gory or graphic incidents in books but do enjoy a mystery adventure so this kind of book is right up my street.
As with Jackie Kabler's other books, her engaging style kept me guessing till the end. And the final dramatic chapters had me tapping my kindle quickly, desperate to find out how it would end.
jilljemmett's review
5.0
I enjoyed this mystery!
I felt a personal connection to this story because the main character lives near Gloucestershire, which is home to my university, University of Gloucestershire. I’m currently doing my Master’s remotely, but I will be going to Gloucester to graduate in the fall, so I loved reading about the town!
This story really kept me on the edge of my seat. I couldn’t predict what the clues would reveal. I also liked that Cora worked as a news reporter. She had a perfect position to explore the case, while also being removed from it. She also was able to get permission to work on it for the news, which was a bonus. Most of the time in books when someone who isn’t on the police force wants to investigate something, they get in trouble, but Cora was lucky.
I really enjoyed this crime filled mystery!
I received a copy of this book from Neverland Blog Tours.
I felt a personal connection to this story because the main character lives near Gloucestershire, which is home to my university, University of Gloucestershire. I’m currently doing my Master’s remotely, but I will be going to Gloucester to graduate in the fall, so I loved reading about the town!
This story really kept me on the edge of my seat. I couldn’t predict what the clues would reveal. I also liked that Cora worked as a news reporter. She had a perfect position to explore the case, while also being removed from it. She also was able to get permission to work on it for the news, which was a bonus. Most of the time in books when someone who isn’t on the police force wants to investigate something, they get in trouble, but Cora was lucky.
I really enjoyed this crime filled mystery!
I received a copy of this book from Neverland Blog Tours.
nightresplendent's review
4.0
The Development by Jackie Kebler is the third book in the Cora Baxter Mystery series. I haven't yet read the first two books but that didn't keep me from enjoying this instalment!
The mystery aspect of this book is wonderful and it's not too easy to guess. The writing is quick and witty, so much so that I read this book in one sitting!
I liked that Cora is a journalist rather than a member of the police, or a private investigator. It made a nice change from most other mystery novels that I've read.
I'm definitely looking forward to reading more about Cora so I will be picking up the first two books soon!
Thank you to the publisher for providing me with a free copy to review!
The mystery aspect of this book is wonderful and it's not too easy to guess. The writing is quick and witty, so much so that I read this book in one sitting!
I liked that Cora is a journalist rather than a member of the police, or a private investigator. It made a nice change from most other mystery novels that I've read.
I'm definitely looking forward to reading more about Cora so I will be picking up the first two books soon!
Thank you to the publisher for providing me with a free copy to review!
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