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Double Date (Bert & Nan Tatum Mysteries) [Mass Market Paperback]

BARBARA T/HERALD MCCAFFERTY (Author), Barbara T. McCafferty (Author), Heral (Author)
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Bert and Nan, those irrepressible identical twins from Louisville, Ky., find that dating on the Internet can lead to murder in their fourth high-spirited adventure (after Double Dealer). Bert has reason to be annoyed when Nan puts her profile on the MySoulMate Web site without her permission, especially since her bashful boyfriend, detective Hank Goetzmann, has just mentioned the "m-word" (i.e., marriage). After several chapters of amusing sisterly banter, Bert agrees to meet a divorced man, Derek Stanhope, who looks from his photo like a "cross between Harrison Ford and George Clooney." At a chance meeting, however, Derek fails to recognize Bert. What's more, there's a wedding band on his third finger. Humiliated, Bert later goes to call on Derek at home, only to find the man sitting in a car in his driveway, a bullet hole in his forehead. This being a cozy, the authors describe murder in the same sprightly tone as the rest of the action. Car and corpse suddenly disappear, leaving Bert and Nan the uphill task of convincing Derek's wife, parents, brother and secretary that their missing loved one may be dead. Amid all the wisecracking it's easy to forget that the authors have concocted a neat if simple plot, with more than one twist involving the murderer's identity. Established fans will be satisfied, and even readers who don't ordinarily go for cozies will have a hard time not getting caught up in the fun. (Jan. 2)
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

  • Mass Market Paperback: 284 pages
  • Publisher: Kensington Books; Bert and Nan Tatum Mystery. edition (March 1, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1575667320
  • ISBN-13: 978-1575667324
  • Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.3 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.1 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #686,338 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Twins Are Still Going Strong In Their Fifth Mystery, October 27, 2001
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Nan Tatum is tired of the single life. Deciding to try a new way to meet men, she signs herself and her twin sister Bert up for MySoulMate.org, an internet dating service. Soon, she thinks Mr. Right has replied to Bert's posting. Posing as Bert, Nan soon finds out that Mr. Right is Mr. Wrong. The next time she sees him, he's Mr. Dead. But when the body disappears, she can't get anyone to believe her. Dragging Bert along, she tries to prove she's right. Meanwhile, Bert is more concerned about patching things up with her boyfriend, Hank, who believes Bert signed herself up for the dating service.

This book takes the mystery solving twins through yet another harrowing adventure. The twin authors have once again provided plenty of suspense and laughs, and I could hardly put the book down. The alternating narration continues to be an asset, helping with both character and plot development. This is the fifth book in the series, and it shows no sign of slowing down at all.

Fans of the series will enjoy this book immensely, and I'm already looking forward to Nan and Bert's sixth outing. If you've never read these books, do yourself a favor and get the first one (DOUBLE MURDER) today.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A funny yet challenging mystery, December 21, 2000
Near Louisville, popular disc jockey Nan Tatum wonders why she cannot meet a decent man. Desperate and at the encouragement of her niece, Nan signs onto an internet dating service using her own name and profile as well as that of her identical twin Bert. However, when Bert learns what Nan did, she is livid because she is already exclusively dating a police detective and they are talking marriage.

Bert demands that Nan erase her name from the website. Before she bows to her sibling's demand, Nan opens a letter from hunky Derrick, who sounds perfect. Nan and Bert go to check out Derrick at his place of business, but notice he wears a wedding ring. Nan is hurt and disappointed. She decides to tell Derrick's wife that her mate may be cheating on her. When she arrives at his home, Nan finds Derrick dead with his head bludgeoned. However, before Nan can call the police the body vanities. Everyone believes Derrick still lives, but Nan, who drags Bert on an investigation to find the lost corpse.

This amateur sleuth series seems to get better with each newly published book. The story line, told in the first person alternating between Bert and Nan, allows the audience to know what each of the key protagonists is thinking. The mystery is enjoyable, but the villain is very easy to spot. The subplot starring Bert and her honey adds a touch of romance. It looks like nuptials will occur in a future book. Fans will relish this tale and want future stories soonest.

Harriet Klausner

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Twins, Murder and Mistaken Identities, September 22, 2002
Will they ever learn? These twins get into more trouble than playful kittens! It's a good mystery, with interesting twists. Bert and Nan get mixed up with murder and their attempts to solve it are hilarious and adventurous. A good story to spend quiet time with.
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