Silence of the Lamps (Caprice De Luca, Bk 5)
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Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
Author:
Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
The Caprice De Luca Home Staging series is perfect for anyone who enjoys cozy mysteries, and no explicit scenes or profanity will be found. Although Silence of the Lamps can stand alone, I recommend reading the series in order for a better sense of character development. Familiar characters put in an appearance, Caprice's sister, Nikki, is linked to the murder victim, and there's an unexpected wrinkle in Caprice's relationship with Grant, from which she learns some important lessons in trust.
I look for character depth in what I read and that is one of my favorite things about this series because that's not always something you find in mysteries. Caprice is a totally loveable character, aptly described by the term "free spirit" ... She's extremely knowledgeable and talented at interior design and staging high-end homes, her dress is colorfully retro, she has a deep love and nurturing spirit for animals, and family means the world to her. I got a kick when she told a friend that dressing in her retro style gave her lots more from which to choose, and she's right!
The mystery plot is well developed and, rather than being filled with suspenseful action, involves the logical, step-by-step questioning of potential suspects a style that I enjoy very much. I've come to know Caprice, her Italian family, love interests, and pets more with each book, which makes me eagerly anticipate beginning a new story. Karen gives occasional descriptions of home staging and tidbits about pets, all of which I found interesting and enriching to the story. Karen is a rescuer of cats herself, and I love how that passion shines through in all that she writes.
Silence of the Lamps is a true "comfort" read for me and I highly recommend it, as well as the whole series, to all who enjoy cozy mysteries. Within the cozy mystery genre, 4.5 stars.
Thank you to Karen and Kensington Publishing for providing a electronic copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
I look for character depth in what I read and that is one of my favorite things about this series because that's not always something you find in mysteries. Caprice is a totally loveable character, aptly described by the term "free spirit" ... She's extremely knowledgeable and talented at interior design and staging high-end homes, her dress is colorfully retro, she has a deep love and nurturing spirit for animals, and family means the world to her. I got a kick when she told a friend that dressing in her retro style gave her lots more from which to choose, and she's right!
The mystery plot is well developed and, rather than being filled with suspenseful action, involves the logical, step-by-step questioning of potential suspects a style that I enjoy very much. I've come to know Caprice, her Italian family, love interests, and pets more with each book, which makes me eagerly anticipate beginning a new story. Karen gives occasional descriptions of home staging and tidbits about pets, all of which I found interesting and enriching to the story. Karen is a rescuer of cats herself, and I love how that passion shines through in all that she writes.
Silence of the Lamps is a true "comfort" read for me and I highly recommend it, as well as the whole series, to all who enjoy cozy mysteries. Within the cozy mystery genre, 4.5 stars.
Thank you to Karen and Kensington Publishing for providing a electronic copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
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