A review by jadams1776
Poison by Punctuation (Chalkboard Outlines Book 2) by Kelley Kaye, Kelley Kay Bowles
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is another great cozy mystery by Kelley Kaye! Emma and Leslie are back to solve the murder of a student. I did enjoy that Kaye addressed issues like bullying, and that sometimes schools aren’t given the resources they need to deal with such issues.
There is a minor theme around religion in this book, which could get uncomfortable for some readers. I think Kaye addressed the topic fairly, but if you like to avoid religion completely in your books, this one isn’t for you.
The classic love-triangle trope appeared - I would have to say this is the one thing that annoys me. It always feels unnecessary.
I look forward to more from Kelley Kaye in the Chalkboard Outlines series.
I received a review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
There is a minor theme around religion in this book, which could get uncomfortable for some readers. I think Kaye addressed the topic fairly, but if you like to avoid religion completely in your books, this one isn’t for you.
The classic love-triangle trope appeared - I would have to say this is the one thing that annoys me. It always feels unnecessary.
I look forward to more from Kelley Kaye in the Chalkboard Outlines series.
I received a review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Content Warnings
Minor: Body shaming, Bullying, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Kidnapping, Medical content, Medical trauma, Murder, Physical abuse, and Religious bigotry