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Summary: One of the funniest mysteries ever.
Review: Ellen Emerson White became one of my favorite authors when I was in jr. high. Her books, The President's Daughter & White House Autumn, are outstanding young adult literature. I was so happy when I found out that she'd written an adult mystery & All Emergencies, Ring Super did not disappoint. It's an intriguing mystery with an insane sense of humor. Try it- you will not be disappointed!
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Summary: One of the funniest mysteries ever.
Review: Ellen Emerson White became one of my favorite authors when I was in jr. high. Her books, The President's Daughter & White House Autumn, are outstanding young adult literature. I was so happy when I found out that she'd written an adult mystery & All Emergencies, Ring Super did not disappoint. It's an intriguing mystery with an insane sense of humor. Try it- you will not be disappointed!
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Summary: A High-Spirited Thriller
Review: Ellen Emerson White's strength lies in her heroines, specifically in their "voice". They are smart, self-effacing, strong and incredibly sardonic. Witty may be the better word. This voice, which ensures the reader's investment in the heroine's future, is what makes All Emergencies Ring Super such an entertaining read. Consequently, mystery buffs may not find All Emergencies Ring Super entirely to their liking. All Emergencies Ring Super is, in many ways, more a thriller than a mystery. The reader is gripped by the heroine's actions--in the face of quite plausible dangers--rather than by a string of clues and red herrings. The mystery is as basic and unpretentious as any Diagnosis Murder episode (Diagnosis Murder episodes may be standard fare, but they are well-written and well-directed). The villain--who is believably portrayed as both attractive and despicable (a difficult synthesis that White does very well)--is nevertheless a stock character. And there are various political cliches floating around. All told, the reader hardly notices. The heroine, her friends, her more or less boyfriend, her dog even holds our interest and our sympathy with their quirks, vivacity and the kind of fast-paced repartee that supposedly died with Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert. Recommendation: If you don't care for thrillers, get it for the dialog and the resident's view of NYC. It is a quick read and at paperback price, is definitely worth the expense.
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Summary: This book has everything
Review: I have always been a fan of Ms. Emerson since my teenage years when I had to own every single one of her YA novels. I don't typically read mystery novels, but this novel, with vivid characters and plenty of humor, introduced me to a whole new genre. This book is not predictable in the least with plenty of witty diagloue and (almost humorous) suspense. I couldn't put the book down, but then reluctantly did when I finished the last page. I've been hoping Ms. Emerson continues a series with Dana. I am not sure if Dana would be better off in law school or continuing on as a P.I. And I certainly do hope for more romance between her and the D.A.
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Summary: A very intriguing story!
Review: I just finished this book last night and enjoyed it. Her character, Dana Coakley is right on in her portrayal as a former struggling actress, now working as a building super. Her former career makes her so believable when she's questioning suspects and gathering information. This was a page-turner and unputdownable! I loved this book all the way through. Excellent read, and I hope that this is a continued series.
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Summary: Fun Mystery/Thriller!
Review: Laugh out loud funny with a few slow spots -- definitely a keeper and worth a reread. This author excels at dialogue and character interaction.
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Summary: FUNFUNFUN
Review: Ms White's books -- the ones I read -- has a tendancy to make me want to go off in search of her characters and hang out with them. In All Emergency's... it's no different. Dana Coakley's addiction to the Food Network and her eclectic pals are things I can REALLY relate to ... not to mention her lack of disiplinary willpower towards her pets. However, the greatest thing about Ms White's story is that it remains truly interesting and exciting even after you find out who did the deed. The character Dana Coakley is endearingly human, but at the same time manages to inspire admiration in the way she handles bad guys, sink clogs and as she tries to do the right thing. If you can't tell by now... I loved it like I love cooking shows!
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Summary: Another great one by Ms. White
Review: Ms White's books -- the ones I read -- has a tendancy to make me want to go off in search of her characters and hang out with them. In All Emergency's... it's no different. Dana Coakley's addiction to the Food Network and her eclectic pals are things I can REALLY relate to ... not to mention her lack of disiplinary willpower towards her pets. However, the greatest thing about Ms White's story is that it remains truly interesting and exciting even after you find out who did the deed. The character Dana Coakley is endearingly human, but at the same time manages to inspire admiration in the way she handles bad guys, sink clogs and as she tries to do the right thing. If you can't tell by now... I loved it like I love cooking shows!
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Summary: So captivating, you won't want to put it down!!!!!
Review: Ms. White continues to intrigue me with her creative writing styles. In this amazing book, she uses sarcasism to draw you into the life of Dana Coakley, a once aspiring actress who has decided to live a more normal life. Trading in her headshots for a tool belt she becomes the super of an apartment building. Wanting to help out in the community, she volunteers her time at a local second chance school. It is here that she runs into a student who will change her life forever. He gets her involved with uncovering the mystery of a fire that destroyed the building where he lived. Her snooping uncovers certain facts about the fire that cause her to get more involved. In the end, she winds up putting her life on the line to find out why there are so many people want the fire to remain a mystery. This book was a rare find and a joy to read. I hope you enjoy it because I truly did. The story will pull you into a whirl of interesting charactors and an amazing plot. I hope you choose to read this book, you'll be captivated from the first sentence.
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Summary: This book has everything
Review: Once again Ellen White has blessed us with easy read excellent book. I do not often read mysteries, but read White's excellent Viet Nam series a few years ago and became an instant fan. Her characters are very believable. I agree with a previous reviewer who said you want to hang out with them. This is a great read for a lazy day. You will not want to put it down.
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