A review by nekreader
Brush with Death by Karen MacInerney

2.0

This author is badly in need of an editor who knows his/her job. Although the setting is wonderful and the main character likeable, the book is riddled with inconsistencies and repetition. For example, in the 4th book in the series, which is set in October, Natalie is wearing an engagement ring. In this book, set in December, she supposedly got the ring at Thanksgiving. The author also repeats phrases, descriptions, and details like talking about gaining weight and needing to wear a muumuu. Other reviews have pointed out other glaring inconsistencies. A good editor could point these details out. A good editor could also point out that her main character isn't really growing or evolving. The mystery series set in popular vacation spot can be a charming vacation read, but this series is rapidly becoming boring.