| Title | : | Pearls, Poison \u0026 Park Avenue (Penelope Banks Murder Mysteries, #3) |
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| ISBN | : | - |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Kindle Edition |
| Number of Pages | : | 227 |
| Publication | : | Published April 7, 2022 |
1925 New York
Penelope “Pen” Banks and Constance Gilmore have a notoriously sordid history. Thus, when Constance dies from poisoning at a luncheon for the Young Ladies Historical Preservation Society, Penelope becomes the prime suspect.
In order to clear her name, Penelope must wade through the dirt of New York’s most elite families, all of whom have nothing on the gangsters and criminals she once consorted with when it comes to being unscrupulous.
Along New York City’s most famous avenue, secrets, lies, and scandals battle with political ambitions in Penelope’s determination to find the true murderer.
Pearls, Poison \u0026 Park Avenue (Penelope Banks Murder Mysteries, #3) Reviews
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I’ll admit that I held off on reading this one because it’s one of those “main character is the main suspect” mysteries that always add an extra layer of anxiety that I’m not always a big fan of. Thankfully most of the issues I have with the trope aren’t present here and the mystery was still engaging and smartly written. And also, Benny is the most fun character in a book already stacked with fun characters. I think the author knows this because he appears more frequently than the love interest, Detective What’s-his-face! Anyway, I’m definitely not complaining. And and and, I correctly guessed who the killer was… this is a big win for me.
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O terceiro volume da série de investigação de Colette Clark, mantêm a fórmula dos livros anteriores, mas causa uma ótima impressão com ainda mais doses de intrigas e traições. E, dessa vez, Penelope "Pen" Banks precisará agir rapidamente e usar todas as suas habilidades de investigadora se quiser evitar sua prisão por assassinato.
Mas parece um pouco difícil quando todos suspeitam dela.
A morte de Constance Gilmore por envenenamento diante de todas as damas da alta sociedade, em um evento de celebração, desperta uma teia de inimizades, e Penelope – que tinha uma relação conturbada com a vítima, mais o fato de que estavam sentadas na mesma mesa – faz dela a principal suspeita do crime, mas, será mesmo que Penelope faria algo assim? Claro que não!, então a única escolha é se envolver em mais um caso e tentar provar sua inocência. Porém, tudo se torna ainda mais difícil quando descobre que há segredos e intrigas entre todas as mulheres que estavam sentadas com Constance no momento de sua morte. Quem a envenenou? E por qual motivo?
"A última coisa que ela queria fazer era procurar mais problemas..."
A ambientação de Nova York continua a ser um ponto alto dessa série e não poderia faltar nesse livro também, tudo enquanto Pen busca a verdade de um mistério banhado em traições, inimizades, luta por poder, intrigas políticas e corrupção na alta sociedade Nova-iorquina; uma adição que tornou a história ainda mais interessante, além das sutis críticas aos modos de vida da Elite e seus muitos preconceitos. Gosto também da relação da Pen com o Detetive Prescott e a cada livro dessa série, fico ainda mais ansioso para que a relação deles se desenvolva. Colette Clark sabe equilibrar perfeitamente mistério e romance.
Mais uma vez, recomendo muito essa série para os amantes de Agatha Christie. -
Rating: 4.7 / 5
Okay, so um...wow. There was definitely a lot of research put into this one, that's for sure! I'm afraid that I'd be lying if I said that I understood the entirety of the stock market/development part of the plot (though I did understand some of it, thank goodness!), but I definitely understood and rest!
In this delightful addition to the Penelope Banks series, we have Penelope at the heart of a new murder, this time a suspect herself! So, rather than spend her resources expanding on her new business venture as a private detective, this time she has to use her skills to clear herself as a suspect, before it's too late!
Now, in this story, we really get to mingle with the high society people of 1920s New York, and...it's just about as cutthroat as anything that F. Scott Fitzgerald was able to portray, pretty much. It's the classic plotline of how no motivations are ever just purely emotionally motivated, but always have money attached for these people, and it really takes getting into a certain mindset to fully encompass everything that this story just...IS.
But still, as a weaving and dodging of different motivations, of gossip and secrets, it was a fun read! I did skim over the whole architectural development / stock market portion of everything as it just felt extra, but otherwise I had to appreciate how finely crafted this mystery truly was!
Kudos to the author for another lovely addition to the series, looking forward to the next one! -
Penelope is “invited” aka strong armed into attending a meeting of young ladies of a certain social standing. Despite her frustration and reluctance she attends only to find that the young woman who is at the root of her broken engagement is the chair of the society. A meddling society reporter, some not so veiled insults and an awkward lunch leads to the murder of that same woman. With herself as the lead suspect due to their history Penelope must use all her skills to find the truth before she is unjustly blamed.
A fantastic glimpse into 1920’s era New York City as always. A wonderfully plotted and executed crime with secrets, lies, betrayals and cattiness everywhere. Pen traverses the various segments of society with aplomb even if when it tries her patience. A definite standout new series in historical cozies! .
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The first two books in this series weren’t bad, mainly because ‘Pen’ is potentially an interesting character, the problem is after three books I’m still not sure about her.
My other problem with this book is the author tried to make ‘Pen’ the chief suspect in the murder’ with the police ‘frothing at the mouth’ wanting to arrest her. I really dislike this over used storyline.
Overall the story was OK, but I’m beginning to have my doubts about the series. -
Penelope rules
What do you do when you are a 24 year old girl in the1920's an
disowned by tour family but suddenly inherit a fortune? Penelope starts a detective agency. She is smart and as an extraordinary talent to remember everything, exactly. This is her 3rd instalment so be sure to go back to book one. -
A great historical mystery
I have been enjoying this series and really liked booked number 3. Did not quite catch the reference at the end of the book about the fun names in chapter one? -
My head is Spinning!
Collette Clark's style and character creativity is awesome! My head was spinning toward the last chapter, but no spoilers here! It's a must read and I cannot wait til she publishes her next Penelope Banks' mystery. -
I really like this series and the 3rd book was no exception. The plot is easily followed, the main characters are well fleshed out and quite interesting, and the story is full of intrigue, politics, and dirty dealing with a dash of murder. I definitely recommend this book.
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Good fun
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You have to meet the author half way.
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Was going to give this 3.5 since it didn’t reel me in as much as the others but then the way the ending was solved brought it back up to 4 stars
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Loved It
If you like seeing how "the upper class" might live, this is the book for you. Blackmail, cheating, and murder are all here. Talk about "Mean Girls"! Read this book!!! -
This book is great! I don't know why I read this book first but I'm glad I did. It's fascinating how life was in America during the prohibition period especially with how women are treated. I'll read more of this series.
