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jenn703's review against another edition
5.0
This is one of my favorite authors and I love that I can count on her for a good light-hearted read. I really liked Zoe and her eccentric aunt Sapphire. I am excited to see how this series continues with other authors.
knitdyeread's review against another edition
4.0
Crazy predictable, but since that was exactly what I was looking for and there was a cat army in today’s read then 4-Stars.
deanie's review against another edition
5.0
After college, meteorologist Zoe Parker couldn't wait to put the her hometown of Everlasting, Maine behind her. She moves to Los Angeles and never looks back. But when her eccentric (aka crazy cat lady) aunt takes a tumble down the stairs, Zoe returns to Everlasting. But the lighthouse where she grew up has been invaded -- by her aunt's ten cats, her contractor ex-boyfriend (remodeling the kitchen), and frustrated ghost in a suit coat and boxer shorts. Not to mention the criminals who keep breaking in looking for the source of a local legend.
Dead Man Talking is absolutely adorable. Zoe is spunky and sweet, and handles the craziness with aplomb. Dane is caring and protective, but still respects Zoe's independence. Aunt Sapphire is a hoot. And the ghostly Cornelius is surprisingly kind and loyal (given that he didn't know any of these people before his death.
This is a really great, fun, cozy mystery.
Dead Man Talking is absolutely adorable. Zoe is spunky and sweet, and handles the craziness with aplomb. Dane is caring and protective, but still respects Zoe's independence. Aunt Sapphire is a hoot. And the ghostly Cornelius is surprisingly kind and loyal (given that he didn't know any of these people before his death.
This is a really great, fun, cozy mystery.
jamiereads's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
trippyotter's review against another edition
4.0
I absolutely loved the book and can't wait to read the next one!
ebanocy's review against another edition
4.0
I picked this up because of the cover. It was giving me all sorts of coastal Maine vibes which reminded me of my honeymoon there. The story was cute, paranormal and most definitely cozy.
I loved the setting, a little seaside town called Everlasting, Maine. I enjoyed the overall storyline and characters but I found it a tad forgettable. It was a classic cozy mystery with the added elements of magic and a ghost.
All in all, a nice easy read and I enjoyed it.
I loved the setting, a little seaside town called Everlasting, Maine. I enjoyed the overall storyline and characters but I found it a tad forgettable. It was a classic cozy mystery with the added elements of magic and a ghost.
All in all, a nice easy read and I enjoyed it.
catsluvcoffee's review against another edition
4.0
This is my second book by Jana Deleon (you can read my review of Wrong Side of Forty here) so I knew I was in for a hilarious good time. Dead Man Talking didn't disappoint!
Meteorologist Zoe has come back to Everlasting, Maine to help out after her aunt Sapphire takes a spill and ends up in the hospital. Zoe spent a good portion of her life in Everlasting with her quirky aunt living with her many cats in the lighthouse. She wanted to make something of herself and has spent many years of long days and nights attempting to climb the corporate ladder and prove herself as a meteorologist. She's still willing to drop everything (temporarily) for her aunt. What she didn't count on was Dane Stanton, former bf and the contractor who is revamping the lighthouse for her aunt. Zoe quickly realizes that there is more to her aunt's fall and foul play may be at work. But who would want to hurt her aunt and why would they be interested in the lighthouse? And can she stay away from Dane long enough to find out?
Dead Man Talking was so much fun. I love the town of Everlasting. All of the residents are so quirky, including her aunt Sapphire and her toilet trained cats. Zoe is extremely likeable, smart and capable, but isn't above asking for help from hunky Dane. He's an all around good guy and there's a lovely second chance romance waiting in the wings for them if they can get around their past. After all, it was Zoe's independence, drive and obstinance of leaving Everlasting that foiled their romance last time.
There's a ghost floating around the lighthouse as well, who Zoe finds out can only be seen by women and happens to be stuck wearing his boxers for eternity. He adds a light-hearted comic touch to the seriousness of what happened to Aunt Sapphire as they make sense of that night. Just one of the many oddities of Everlasting that Zoe has to come to grips with, including that her new/old beau sprouts fur!
On the down side, the romance really isn't as developed as I would like and other than a sentence or two, there's really not much about their past relationship. The mystery is the true fun here along with the amusing paranormal townspeople. This was a super fast read, well-paced, and a lot of fun.
Meteorologist Zoe has come back to Everlasting, Maine to help out after her aunt Sapphire takes a spill and ends up in the hospital. Zoe spent a good portion of her life in Everlasting with her quirky aunt living with her many cats in the lighthouse. She wanted to make something of herself and has spent many years of long days and nights attempting to climb the corporate ladder and prove herself as a meteorologist. She's still willing to drop everything (temporarily) for her aunt. What she didn't count on was Dane Stanton, former bf and the contractor who is revamping the lighthouse for her aunt. Zoe quickly realizes that there is more to her aunt's fall and foul play may be at work. But who would want to hurt her aunt and why would they be interested in the lighthouse? And can she stay away from Dane long enough to find out?
Dead Man Talking was so much fun. I love the town of Everlasting. All of the residents are so quirky, including her aunt Sapphire and her toilet trained cats. Zoe is extremely likeable, smart and capable, but isn't above asking for help from hunky Dane. He's an all around good guy and there's a lovely second chance romance waiting in the wings for them if they can get around their past. After all, it was Zoe's independence, drive and obstinance of leaving Everlasting that foiled their romance last time.
There's a ghost floating around the lighthouse as well, who Zoe finds out can only be seen by women and happens to be stuck wearing his boxers for eternity. He adds a light-hearted comic touch to the seriousness of what happened to Aunt Sapphire as they make sense of that night. Just one of the many oddities of Everlasting that Zoe has to come to grips with, including that her new/old beau sprouts fur!
On the down side, the romance really isn't as developed as I would like and other than a sentence or two, there's really not much about their past relationship. The mystery is the true fun here along with the amusing paranormal townspeople. This was a super fast read, well-paced, and a lot of fun.
catsluvcoffee's review against another edition
4.0
This is my second book by Jana Deleon (you can read my review of Wrong Side of Forty here) so I knew I was in for a hilariously good time. Dead Man Talking didn't disappoint!
Meteorologist Zoe has come back to Everlasting, Maine to help out after her aunt Sapphire takes a spill and ends up in the hospital. Zoe spent a good portion of her life in Everlasting with her quirky aunt living with her many cats in the lighthouse. She wanted to make something of herself and has spent many years of long days and nights attempting to climb the corporate ladder and prove herself as a meteorologist. She's still willing to drop everything (temporarily) for her aunt. What she didn't count on was Dane Stanton, former bf and the contractor who is revamping the lighthouse for her aunt. Zoe quickly realizes that there is more to her aunt's fall and foul play may be at work. But who would want to hurt her aunt and why would they be interested in the lighthouse? And can she stay away from Dane long enough to find out?
Dead Man Talking was so much fun. I love the town of Everlasting. All of the residents are so quirky, including her aunt Sapphire and her toilet trained cats. Zoe is extremely likeable, smart and capable, but isn't above asking for help from hunky Dane. He's an all around good guy and there's a lovely second chance romance waiting in the wings for them if they can get around their past. After all, it was Zoe's independence, drive and obstinance of leaving Everlasting that foiled their romance last time.
There's a ghost floating around the lighthouse as well, who Zoe finds out can only be seen by women and happens to be stuck wearing his boxers for eternity. He adds a light-hearted comic touch to the seriousness of what happened to Aunt Sapphire as they make sense of that night. Just one of the many oddities of Everlasting that Zoe has to come to grips with, including that her new/old beau sprouts fur!
On the downside, the romance really isn't as developed as I would like, and other than a sentence or two, there's really not much about their past relationship. The mystery is the true fun here along with the amusing paranormal townspeople. This was a super-fast read, well-paced, and a lot of fun.
Meteorologist Zoe has come back to Everlasting, Maine to help out after her aunt Sapphire takes a spill and ends up in the hospital. Zoe spent a good portion of her life in Everlasting with her quirky aunt living with her many cats in the lighthouse. She wanted to make something of herself and has spent many years of long days and nights attempting to climb the corporate ladder and prove herself as a meteorologist. She's still willing to drop everything (temporarily) for her aunt. What she didn't count on was Dane Stanton, former bf and the contractor who is revamping the lighthouse for her aunt. Zoe quickly realizes that there is more to her aunt's fall and foul play may be at work. But who would want to hurt her aunt and why would they be interested in the lighthouse? And can she stay away from Dane long enough to find out?
Dead Man Talking was so much fun. I love the town of Everlasting. All of the residents are so quirky, including her aunt Sapphire and her toilet trained cats. Zoe is extremely likeable, smart and capable, but isn't above asking for help from hunky Dane. He's an all around good guy and there's a lovely second chance romance waiting in the wings for them if they can get around their past. After all, it was Zoe's independence, drive and obstinance of leaving Everlasting that foiled their romance last time.
There's a ghost floating around the lighthouse as well, who Zoe finds out can only be seen by women and happens to be stuck wearing his boxers for eternity. He adds a light-hearted comic touch to the seriousness of what happened to Aunt Sapphire as they make sense of that night. Just one of the many oddities of Everlasting that Zoe has to come to grips with, including that her new/old beau sprouts fur!
On the downside, the romance really isn't as developed as I would like, and other than a sentence or two, there's really not much about their past relationship. The mystery is the true fun here along with the amusing paranormal townspeople. This was a super-fast read, well-paced, and a lot of fun.
puria's review against another edition
4.0
I love Jana's books. They are quirky and funny. I am usually fully immersed in the books and think the situations the characters get in are hilarious. This book was no exception.
This book also had strong women, particularly another strong older woman which I loved.
The story and mystery could have been more fleshed out but I know this series has a different author penning a different book, so I am unlikely to see these characters again which I will miss.
This book also had strong women, particularly another strong older woman which I loved.
The story and mystery could have been more fleshed out but I know this series has a different author penning a different book, so I am unlikely to see these characters again which I will miss.
traditionson's review against another edition
4.0
A series that I think could be very interesting. I loved the way it started, the love between them felt a little forced but the cats saved the day, the crazy grandma always helps. My grandmother is just as stubborn and in her own way scary. Also weather rocks.