Fowl Play (Wwl Mystery , No 273)

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Summary: A well-written debut with a great sense of place
Review: FOWL PLAY is the kind of well-written, satisfying average mystery that keeps us one-a-day mystery addicts going. I would give it a "C+" which is not a bad grade for a first novel; Patricia Tichenor Westfall is better at her craft than many much more experienced writers. The four aspects of this small town mystery that particularly interested me were her sleuth Molly West (an intelligent and believable 50+), her elder characters (especially the admirable and independent 70+ Louella), her never-cutesy use of Appalachian folk culture (yes, sometimes Molly's husband Ken gets a little talky, but it's interesting talk and believable coming from a Soc prof), and her portrayal of the lives of the working poor. I look forward to reading future books in this series.

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Summary: fowl play
Review: I loved this book. There was so much information about the Appalachian culture and what they do things a certain way. The stories about funerals was so funny that I was laughing out loud. I am so glad I read this book and as going to start the next book right away. You will not be sorry that you read this book.

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Summary: The education I received was as enjoyable as the mystery.
Review: Molly West is an ex-Chicagoan accountant, transplanted to southern Ohio due to her husband's position as a sociology professor at the nearby college. Although they have lived there for fifteen years, they are still considered outsiders by the Appalachian community. Although not an outstanding mystery, I found myself engrossed in learning more about the Appalachian culture. Ms Westfall enlightens the reader about the ways of the hill people. Her next book, Mother of the Bride, also a Molly West mystery, is even more enjoyable.