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colorfulleo92's review
4.0
This was just what I needed when I was in a bad mood. A great cozy mystery with just the right blend of romance and mystery with her mom and pregnant friend in the mix as well. This one feelt bit more in the serious category then other cozy mystery. But thats one of the reason on why it's a great read! But not quite a 5 stars but I will definitely read the next book in the series
ruth5garcia5's review
5.0
Toby moves back to her hometown to care for her mother. As a lawyer, a blast from the past (former teen crush) hires her to be his divorce lawyer. The problem? His wife is missing and later found murdered. Clearing Josh's name seems to be her focus while she runs into old camp members who once made her life hell. Could they be involved somehow?
After the third chapter, I was invested in the story. It seemed to gain momentum the more the story propelled forward. The author did an amazing job of establishing the motivation of her characters, scenery, character development, and plot movement. Toby was a good character to tell the story through. Her involvement from start to finish reeled me in as a reader. I felt she was the perfect focus of the book and fit into the meat of the story.
The author did a great job of keeping the reader invested because I didn't want to put it down. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time I was reading. Event after event, character after character, and surprise after surprise propelled this amazing story forward.
I personally loved the ending of this book is ambiguous. There were several ways the author could have ended Toby's life. I loved the ending. I loved this entire book.
After the third chapter, I was invested in the story. It seemed to gain momentum the more the story propelled forward. The author did an amazing job of establishing the motivation of her characters, scenery, character development, and plot movement. Toby was a good character to tell the story through. Her involvement from start to finish reeled me in as a reader. I felt she was the perfect focus of the book and fit into the meat of the story.
The author did a great job of keeping the reader invested because I didn't want to put it down. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time I was reading. Event after event, character after character, and surprise after surprise propelled this amazing story forward.
I personally loved the ending of this book is ambiguous. There were several ways the author could have ended Toby's life. I loved the ending. I loved this entire book.
booksuperpower's review
4.0
Divorce is Murder by Elka Ray is a 2019 Seventh Street Books publication.
Great start to a new mystery series!
Family law attorney, Toby Wong, is stunned to learn that her newest client is none other than Josh Barton, a guy she had a massive crush on as a teen. Josh and Toby met while attending a summer camp together, but Toby’s experience at the camp was marred by bullying, mainly from a group of girls whose ringleader, Tonya, ended up marrying Josh. Now Josh wants to divorce Tonya and needs a good attorney.
Although Josh threw Toby under the bus way back at summer camp, she still finds him attractive. Against her better judgment, she agrees to take his case. However, it seems Tonya has pulled a disappearing act. Their worst fears are finally confirmed when Tonya is found murdered. Now Josh is suspect number one and the evidence against him just keeps piling up. Toby joins forces with Josh’s criminal attorney hoping to clear him.
As Toby’s memories of that long -ago summer resurface, her feelings for Josh remain conflicted. However, Colin Destin, the detective working the case, might be the distraction she needs to get over her teenage crush. Meanwhile, Toby’s best friend and her fortune-telling mother offer help and advice, whether Toby wants it or not.
The further Toby digs into Tonya’s life, the murkier the case becomes, as shocking revelations come to light about Tonya, her friends, and possible lovers. Is Josh innocent or is Toby’s judgement clouded by her feelings for him? Could she be putting herself in danger?
This is a fun romantic mystery, packed with humor, zany characters, with just a small amount of poignancy, and a dollop of romance on top. While this is a solid whodunit, there is a gentle message about the lasting effects of bullying.
The story moves at a quick pace, with several interesting twists and curve balls tossed in, keeping me on my toes.
I think I’m going to really like Toby. I love the diversity in the book, and feel the series has a lot of potential. This book falls within the perimeters of the cozy mystery genre, but any fan of pure mysteries will enjoy this one. I’m interested in seeing how the series develops from here and what adventures Toby will encounter next!
4 stars
Great start to a new mystery series!
Family law attorney, Toby Wong, is stunned to learn that her newest client is none other than Josh Barton, a guy she had a massive crush on as a teen. Josh and Toby met while attending a summer camp together, but Toby’s experience at the camp was marred by bullying, mainly from a group of girls whose ringleader, Tonya, ended up marrying Josh. Now Josh wants to divorce Tonya and needs a good attorney.
Although Josh threw Toby under the bus way back at summer camp, she still finds him attractive. Against her better judgment, she agrees to take his case. However, it seems Tonya has pulled a disappearing act. Their worst fears are finally confirmed when Tonya is found murdered. Now Josh is suspect number one and the evidence against him just keeps piling up. Toby joins forces with Josh’s criminal attorney hoping to clear him.
As Toby’s memories of that long -ago summer resurface, her feelings for Josh remain conflicted. However, Colin Destin, the detective working the case, might be the distraction she needs to get over her teenage crush. Meanwhile, Toby’s best friend and her fortune-telling mother offer help and advice, whether Toby wants it or not.
The further Toby digs into Tonya’s life, the murkier the case becomes, as shocking revelations come to light about Tonya, her friends, and possible lovers. Is Josh innocent or is Toby’s judgement clouded by her feelings for him? Could she be putting herself in danger?
This is a fun romantic mystery, packed with humor, zany characters, with just a small amount of poignancy, and a dollop of romance on top. While this is a solid whodunit, there is a gentle message about the lasting effects of bullying.
The story moves at a quick pace, with several interesting twists and curve balls tossed in, keeping me on my toes.
I think I’m going to really like Toby. I love the diversity in the book, and feel the series has a lot of potential. This book falls within the perimeters of the cozy mystery genre, but any fan of pure mysteries will enjoy this one. I’m interested in seeing how the series develops from here and what adventures Toby will encounter next!
4 stars
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