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Summary: Two Storms Coming, Both Bad
Review: Eleven year-old Stan Freeman is tracking hurricanes for his sixth grade science project, secretly hoping a big one will come, a couple looked good, but they died, however Hurricane Fran is growing and coming and she's foreshadowing the storm brewing in the tormented soul of a killer, and like the hurricane, the townsfolk are in his path.Judge Deborah Knott's mind is centered on her love life, until the body of Lynn Bullock, the wife of a local attorney, is found in a cheap motel. Lynn had been to bed with enough men to create a gaggle of suspects and Judge Knot tries to narrow them down as both the hurricane's and the killer's rages build. I saw this book in a friends bookcase and, because I'd spent ten years on a boat in the Caribbean where the weather is the first thing you think about in the morning and hurricane's are your deadliest enemy, I just had to read it. I enjoyed it, but because it was my first book in the series and the authors seventh, I had to spend a lot of time getting familiar with the characters. Still I liked it four stars worth. Reviewed by Vesta Irene
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Summary: Maron writes a good but not a great read
Review: Hurricane Fran is heading north towards Colleton County, North Carolina, leaving citizens concerned with its potential impact. However, before the storm hits, someone kills Lynn Bullock, wife of an attorney. Better known by most of the locals as The Tramp, Lynn was found dead in a motel room. Any number of males including the victim's spouse could be the killer. However, law enforcement officials suspect Reid Stephenson committed the crime. Reid's cousin, Judge Deborah Knott, knows that her beloved relative did not murder Lynn. To prove his innocence, Deborah begins her own investigation, but not before a second brutal killing occurs. As events spiral out of control, the hurricane arrives to cause even more havoc. In spite of the raging storm and series of murders, the latest Judge Knott tale is more of a character piece that deeply looks into the social behavior and interrelationships of various protagonists, especially the extended "Knott" clan. Though the who-done-it is straightforward, the plot remains entertaining as the audience gains insight into Judge Knott and kin. Margaret Maron has another triumphant relationship mystery that will send new fans seeking other Judge Knott novels and the author's wonderful Sigrid Harald books. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: Disappointing Denouement
Review: I found this book abandoned in the departure area of an airport and picked it up. I have never read any of Maron's book and had a few hours to kill, so I gave it a whirl. I had a hard time getting into the story at first, most likely due to the fact that I was unfamiliar with any of the characters. I was eventually sucked into the plot, and I soon found myself rushing to find out who done it. The denouement left me totally unfulfilled, which is a great shame. Far too many questions are left unanswered. How did the killer know she would be registered at that hotel under that name? Was the crime premeditated? Who was she going to meet that evening? Without giving away the ending, I don't want to ask more questions in this forum. Suffice it say there are many more unanswered questions. A story that builds in excitement with the strength of the approaching hurricane, the ending provides the reader with no more than a puff of air from a far-off ceiling fan! Boo. Hiss.
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Summary: mild storm
Review: I have been a fan of Margaret Maron for years--beginning with her NY series--and now always preorder the Deborah Knott volumes. While certain parts of the story were well up to her best, especially the storm watching and writing minister's son, I was disappointed with the lack of growth in our knowledge of the large Knot family. There were excellant scenes with Kezzie, the daddy of the clan, but the others including cousin Reid--the maybe suspect--seemed very shallow. The mystery itself was OK but predictable, although I reread a couple of key pages several times and do not yet feel that the ending "reasoning" tracked. I would recommend this book as a good diversion read but not a great one like so many of her others.
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Summary: Slightly Off Track
Review: I love the Deborah Knott mystery series and have read all of them. The first three chapters of Storm Track, though, are slow and disjointed. By page fifty, the pace picks up and the Ms. Maron's usually solid writing begins to kick in again. I enjoyed reading this book, but I'd be happier if I had paid for a paperback copy instead. The hardcover is only 260 pages long and the print is large. I hope the forecast for her next book is sunnier.
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Summary: Entertaining
Review: I read this book on a recent plane trip. I've been reading Maron's Deborah Knott books since the beginning of the series and this is one of the better ones. I don't like the ending, though. It seemed too easy. One of the charms of this series how Maron talks about Knott's large family. You're actually able to tell her 12 brothers apart! And there are a few poignant passages about Knott's mother, who died when she was a teenager. In fact, the only book in the series that I really didn't enjoy was one that didn't discuss her family. It is called Killer Market and it is about the North Carolina furniture market. Anyway, this is a good book. It's not high literature, but it's not trying to be. It was entertaining and it gave me something to do during a boring plane ride (and it's nice that we have boring plane rides, isn't it?).
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Summary: Like talking to an old friend
Review: I thought this book like all of Margaret Maron's Deborah Knott series was wonderful, and like catching up on things with an old friend. Although Deborah has a vast extended family, Maron skillfully keeps the reader informed as to who is who. The mystery is an important element in these books, but the family interactions are just as interesting. I loved the hurricane party -- written by someone who obviously knows how to have fun no matter what the circumstance.
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Summary: Another Winner
Review: If you are a Deborah Knott fan, you'll definitely enjoy this outing. The story within the story is about a hurricane bearing down upon Colleton County. I read the book while I played thunderstorm and rain shower CD's. Perfect atmosphere!! Her mysticism surrounding the black characters reminded me of the feeling I get reading Nora DeLoatch. Not as much courtroom action this time around but still a fulfilling read.
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Summary: Another Winner
Review: If you are a Deborah Knott fan, you'll definitely enjoy this outing. The story within the story is about a hurricane bearing down upon Colleton County. I read the book while I played thunderstorm and rain shower CD's. Perfect atmosphere!! Her mysticism surrounding the black characters reminded me of the feeling I get reading Nora DeLoatch. Not as much courtroom action this time around but still a fulfilling read.
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Summary: Another winner from Margaret Maron
Review: Margaret Maron has proven to be a reliable author and this book is a worthy addition to her Deborah Knott series. While a hurricane is raging miles away on the North Carolina coast, a young woman is murdered in a motel room. She was known to have been an unfaithful wife and had several lovers so there are no lack of suspects. As usual Deborah's large extended family plays a part in the book, especially her nephew Reid who is a suspect. We see a lessening role for Kidd who has been Deborah's lover in the past several books. As always the North Carolina setting presents a pleasing background for this series.
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