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This series looks sharply at those who perceive themselves as the rich - the elite, and revolves around expensive cars, clothes and posh country clubs. Fans of Sue Grafton, J.A. Jance, and Sara Peretsky will find Shelton's female sleuth captivating. Devout in her dedication for the underdog, Charlie Parker gets drawn into perilous predicaments while sticking her neck out for friends and clients in trouble. She proves a wily opponent for the evil she discovers. Using her trusty jeep for surveillance, she is aided and abetted by Rusty, a huge, lovable mutt.
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"Disclaimer: I am the author. This was my first mystery and I had a great time writing it. I was thrilled when I got great reviews on Deadly Gamble (the Albuquerque Journal called it "an impressive debut mystery"). Those good reviews encouraged me to keep writing the Charlie Parker series."
— Connie (4 out of 5 stars)
Deadly Gamble Listener Reviews
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" There was very little to this story. The mystery was obvious and the characters were not all that appealling. "
— Lori, 2/19/2014 -
" This book definitely kept me interested throughout. I was surprised at who the killer was. I had briefly considered that person, but dismissed them. I usually figure out "whodunit", so I was glad I didn't in this one. A good read. "
— Lauralynn, 2/13/2014 -
" A decent first entry in a new series. Charlie needs to be fleshed out a little more, but she is interested enough that I plan to read the next book in the series. "
— Emma, 2/11/2014 -
" It was a easy read and fairly enjoyable. I liked the setting. "
— Kim, 2/1/2014 -
" This is a fun series. Read them all. :-) "
— Genji, 1/29/2014 -
" Loved driving around Albuquerque with her. I knew where she was the entire time. This is why I read the book b/c it is set in Albuquerque. Good little cozy mystery and easy, enjoyable ready. "
— Mrs., 1/9/2014 -
" Very good and pretty well written. I enjoyed the story and highly recommend it as a quick, fun, read. I am looking forward to reading more Charlie Parker mysteries. "
— Mary, 1/3/2014 -
" Kindle/Fun read "
— Barbara, 12/27/2013 -
" I thought it was a great book. Hard to put it down after you get started. "
— Lonette, 11/23/2013 -
" No surprises in this one. A bit short and simple. "
— Karon, 11/11/2013 -
" This was very good. Have been looking for more in the series. "
— Gail, 11/11/2013 -
" I enjoyed this book especially since it took place in Albuquerque (were I am currently living). "
— Randy, 10/21/2013 -
" Pretty good yarn. "
— Clyde, 8/27/2013 -
" Good entertainment. I'll enjoy reading others in this series. "
— Cindy, 6/6/2013 -
" I enjoyed this mystery and am looking forward to reading more about Charlie! :) "
— Jemi, 5/26/2013 -
" no plot to speak of, no characters worth re-visiting in future publications, avoid the series. I can't believe I read the whole thing! OK I did wind up skimming a lot. "
— Bruno, 5/12/2013 -
" Loved this book. Will have to read the others in the series. Need to find out what happens with Charlie. "
— Lucinda, 4/18/2013 -
" I listened to the audio book - a very (and I mean *very*) bored-sounding person read this book which made it a little hard to get through. Otherwise, a pretty good story! "
— Jess, 3/24/2013 -
" Was an entertaining, well written good read! I liked the characters and how they work well together in their business and enjoyed her dog! (Although it spent an awful lot of time by itself stuck in cars, offices.) Will track down the rest of the series! "
— Lynn, 12/25/2012 -
" Good; Continuing character: Charlie Parker (first in series); accountant tries her hand out at being a PI when an old friend asks her to find her stolen Rolex, and then the thief ends up dead "
— Joe, 12/12/2012 -
" not bad for a freebie "
— Gillian, 11/29/2012 -
" Enjoyable murder mystery set in Alberqueque, featuring accountant and would-be investigator Charlie Parker. "
— Jack, 11/14/2012 -
" Author new to me and generally a good read, though too much description at times. PI in Albuquerque. Plot involves her former fiancee and his wife and murder, of course. "
— Shirley, 8/23/2012 -
" Good beginning for an appealing series. "
— S.e., 7/6/2012
About Connie Shelton
Connie Shelton is the author of more than two dozen books in her Charlie Parker and Samantha Sweet mystery series. She frequently uses her own travel experiences as inspiration for locations and plots. She and her husband live in northern New Mexico with their two dogs.
About Lynda Evans
Lynda Evans is a voice talent and audiobook narrator.