Helpful Score: 1
I always enjoy Chris Grabenstein's Ceepak and Boyle mysteries, and Mind Scrambler was no exception. Strong characters, a strong setting, and a strong mystery laced with Grabenstein's trademark humor. What's not to like?
Although there is humor in the book, it's not as pronounced because the subject matter is serious and our Danny is grieving. Grabenstein knows how to write action scenes as well as strong characters and humor-- and he also knows how to tug on our heartstrings.
There is one thing, however, that I wondered about all through Mind Scrambler. There are times that the tower of integrity that's known as John Ceepak is almost a cartoon figure with his exaggerated "Just the facts, ma'am" language and his unyielding book of rules. Once-- just once-- I'd like to see a scene of dialogue between Ceepak and his wife Rita when they're alone. Does Ceepak still sound like a stuffed shirt then, or does he actually unwind a little? It will probably never happen, but as I enjoy reading each book in this series, I can always dream.
Although there is humor in the book, it's not as pronounced because the subject matter is serious and our Danny is grieving. Grabenstein knows how to write action scenes as well as strong characters and humor-- and he also knows how to tug on our heartstrings.
There is one thing, however, that I wondered about all through Mind Scrambler. There are times that the tower of integrity that's known as John Ceepak is almost a cartoon figure with his exaggerated "Just the facts, ma'am" language and his unyielding book of rules. Once-- just once-- I'd like to see a scene of dialogue between Ceepak and his wife Rita when they're alone. Does Ceepak still sound like a stuffed shirt then, or does he actually unwind a little? It will probably never happen, but as I enjoy reading each book in this series, I can always dream.
A wonderful & this time sad...Ceepak mystery. Ceepak & Boyle are out of town following up on a deposition against Ceepak's crappy father and run into their old friend Katie. Once Boyle's best friend and love of his life. Promising to meet Katie later, Boyle is excited. Unfortunately Katie is murdered in a monstrous way. Boyle is shattered and he & Ceepak must help the local PD solve the murder. A magic show, a swarmy PI, too many suspects and secrets to count don't make for an easy case. Full of twists, turns, more murders, & illusions has the two cops minds scrambled trying to solve the murder of their friend. It was a 4 star book until the author put in 3 political statements that had nothing to do with the book or the plot.
