Happy Never After [Mass Market Paperback]

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• Mass Market Paperback
• Publisher: Avon Books (2000)
• ASIN: B002E08BYG
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, fun, fun, June 27, 2005

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Patricia Tryon (Longmont, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Happy Never After : A Callahan Garrity Mystery (Mass Market Paperback)

Snappy dialog, whiz-bang action sequences, and a lovably flawed heroine: a perfect recipe for a fizzy, frothy concoction of mystery and pop music business primer.

The "first tier" characters have plenty of sizzle amongst themselves, but things really shine when the supporting cast shows up for a birthday party or a housecleaning expedition. (You don't want me to say more than that, truly.) Dialog sings, not only as entertainment but also in actually advancing the plot. I learned to pay attention through my giggles and sighs; the plot was moving on.

This author writes hilarious vignettes that evoke everything from the slightly soused country club golfers to the fear and loathing of staking out a boyfriend who might be sleeping with his ex-wife. The most far-fetched circumstances are related with such a light touch that it is easy to suspend disbelief. Put differently, you won't believe what you'll believe in this story.

For the most part, the various threads are tidied up by the end of the book. I admire and appreciate the fact that the author did not force a happy ending for everything. Altogether this was a satisfying and delightful read.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sophisticated Cozy, June 17, 2001

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This review is from: Happy Never After : A Callahan Garrity Mystery (Mass Market Paperback)

I love this series and it simply gets better and better. If you're new to this series, take advantage and begin at the beginning.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved it!, April 25, 1999

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This review is from: Happy Never After : A Callahan Garrity Mystery (Mass Market Paperback)

Calahan Garrity is a delightful detective. It is a pleasure to follow her through the mysteries she solves. The author paints a wonderful picture of the heroine's interactions with the characters in this story. I loved the references to the music and musical groups of the 60's.