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Getting Old is to Die For

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Gladdy Gold and her sister Evie Markowitz have lived in phase II in Lanai Gardens in Ft. Lauderdale for over a quarter of a century. They are very active and with their friends Ida, Bella and Sophie have an informal detective agency. Their latest case involves parents who want their daughter, who they have a close relationship with, to attend their seventieth wedding anniversary. Gladdy, who doesn't know where her boyfriend Jack is, decides to take the case.

The daughter refuses to answer her calls but they find a way to get her to meet with them. When they see her, they understand and so accompany her for moral support to see her parents. Unknown to Gladdy, Jack is in New York trying to find out who killed his girlfriend's husband over five decades ago. He is delighted that his family and Gladdy's family get along so great but he is scared of what Gladdy will do when she finds out what he is up to.

GETTING OLD IS TO DIE FOR shows readers that senior citizens can have rich productive lives filled with fun and romance. Jack is a real hero, putting his needs on the back burner so that Gladdy can gain a sense of closure. It is fun reading how he conducts his own investigation while Gladdy is worried that her refusal to commit to him ruined their relationship. This humorous mystery has protagonists and a secondary cast that is easy to understand what motivates them.

Harriet Klausner

Getting Old is hilarious, fun, well-written and a teriffic ride for readers of any age. Rita not only "gets" her characters but she can weave them in and out of a tale that will keep you up all night. Hurry....write another one...!!!

I struggled to finish "Getting Old is to Die For." Gladdy's always had issues with loneliness, the dependency her friends have on her and widowhood, but she always seemed strong and positive. Starting with the last episode and gaining strength in this one, the humor and positive attitude seem to have vanished and been replaced by grimness and depression. I'm not enjoying it. Gladdy's "girls" and the other tenants of Lanai Gardens are some relief, but even their bickering seems to have become mean spirited. I realize the author's got a story arc that spans multiple volumes, but I would definitely enjoy more of the fun, upbeat flavor of the early volumes in the future!

Gladdy Gold is a breath of Florida air. She's not young anymore, at least not in years, but there's nothing wrong with her deductive skills. And she's landed a handsome beau as well. If you're over a certain age, you can relate to her and her bevy of girlfriends who have formed their own Baker Street Irregulars to help solve the crimes that Gladdy keeps tripping over. I read these in the summer when I'm soaking up the warm, Florida sun but if you need to find some sunshine in the winter, pick up any one of Lakin's mysteries starring Gladdy Gold. She will lift your spirits, make you laugh and keep you turning the pages.

GETTING OLD IS TO DIE FOR was worth the wait. Rita Lakin is skillful in revealing protagonist Gladdy Gold's emotional armor. If you like real people--real relationships--real heroines--you'll like this series. Can't wait for the next book!

This book is as enjoyable as the three previous "Getting Old" books by Rita Lakin. It is a quick read of a mystrry with humor sprinkled throughout.

I am looking forward to another book by Rita Lakin.

This book brings a smile and a chuckle and makes getting older something fun to look forward to..if you stay involved!

This book skips between past & present, not very successfully imho. I urge readers to persevere and read "Getting Old is a Disaster" which is more like the other books in the series.

First time I've read a "Gladdy Gold" book. Just proves that you're never to old to do what you want. Long live Gladdy and her girls!

This is such a cute series. you cannot help but the love Gladdy's Gold and her zany friends.
This book deals with the past and her former husbands murder.
Jack the second love proposes!
Cute series, recommended light, funny cozy.