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Murder Has No Calories

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Another fun romp for senior sleuths, Angela Benbow and Caledonia Windgate, when they go to a California fat farm to help a friend solve the murder of a beautiful staff member. As usual they can not leave the sleuthing to the police and especially their friend Lieutenant Martinez. They march straight into danger while trying to avoid aerobic classes and hunger. A good quick read with a few plot twists and some good chuckles. Have enjoyed all of the books in this series and when I need some light reading will pick up the next. The author seems to have a good feeling for the thoughts and problems of those of us who are getting older and slowing down but still like adventure.

One of the retirement center mysteries, this one takes place "off site" at a weight loss retreat. It's fun and and quick, easy cozy.

The 5th book in the Retirement Mysteries by Corinne Holt Sawyer finds the ladies from Camden-sur-Mer a bit out of their element. Friends Angela Benbow and Caledonia Wingate are asked by friend and owner of The Time Out Inn to investigate the death of one of her workers. To their chagrin, they find out the inn is an exercise and diet spa, and they must suffer through exercise classes to try and blend in with the group (of which one is the murderer!) Even though these two are in their 80's, no one dares to tell them that they are too old to investigate murders and they dive in with relish. When Caledonia is attacked, the two friends (along with Lt. Martinez and crew) must catch a murderer before she becomes another of this clever killer's victims!

I enjoyed the latest book in this series about the irrepressible Angela and Caledonia. It was very amusing to imagine Angela sweating all day long while Caledonia relaxed, and I could just picture the meal scenes with all the ladies gobbling their food after a long day of exercise. I like the spunk and determination of the characters in this series, and I found myself laughing aloud at their antics. The mystery was decent, and although I guessed the identity of the killer early, I was surprised at the motive in this case. This was definitely a cold-hearted killer who even surprised me at the lengths that he/she would go to in order to keep everyone quiet.

This book shows that retirement does not mean "out to pasture" and shows how valuable the elderly are (to those that, unfortunately, need a reminder!). This was a delightful look at feisty friends that do not let their age hinder them from solving murders. The characters grow with each book in the series and this book was a great addition to the first four. Great for all ages!

The first book in this series is "The J Alfred Prufrock Murders". Enjoy!

A Cozy Lover

Angela receives an invitation from her friend Dorothy to come spend some time at her spa and at the same time, try to find out her murdered one of her staff members. Angela persuades her friend Caledonia to come with her, despite Cal's aversion to diet and exercise. The ladies begin to observe the other guests and they do what they can to avoid exercise and group activities. The two ladies are delightful as always and they continue to prove their penchant for catching murderers.