Books Can Be Deceiving

By: Jenn McKinlay

Narrated by: Allyson Ryan

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Cupcake Bakery Mysteries comes the start of a series about a library where the mysteries refuse to stay in the fiction section...

Lindsey is getting into her groove as the director of the Briar Creek Public Library when a New York editor visits town, creating quite a buzz. Lindsey’s friend Beth wants to sell the editor her children’s book, but Beth’s boyfriend, a famous author, gets in the way. When they go to confront him, he’s found murdered—and Beth is the prime suspect. Lindsey has to act fast—before they throw the book at the wrong person.

Critic reviews

Praise for the New York Times Bestselling Library Lover’s Mysteries

“A sparkling setting, lovely characters, books, knitting, and chowder! What more could any reader ask?”—Lorna Barrett, New York Times bestselling author

“Terrific…intelligent, lively, and fun.”—Miranda James, New York Times bestselling author

“Sure to charm cozy readers everywhere.”—Ellery Adams, New York Times bestselling author

“[A] fast-moving, tricky tale that kept me guessing at every turn...[A] must read!”— Kate Carlisle, New York Times bestselling author

“What a great read!...McKinlay has been a librarian, and her snappy story line, fun characters, and young library director with backbone make for a winning formula.” —Library Journal

Good start for this library themed series

Loved the characters. Plot was quite good as well, I'm a sucker for library related mysteries I especially like those strictly about people with no assorted cats or dogs thrown in . Not so patiently waiting for the next book in the series h

Public Librarian Super Sleuth

Only when there is a need for researching the Truth of events does this brave, courageous, and royal librarian show her Super Powers.

Coming back for more

Where does Books Can Be Deceiving rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is definitely near the top of the books I've listened to! I have come back for more of this series and intend to keep doing so.

What does Allyson Ryan bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Allyson Ryan brings the characters to life.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes.

Any additional comments?

I have really enjoyed the character development and the development of relationships between characters. Jenn McKinlay does a good job of giving her characters depth and making them different from each other, yet all relatable.

Fantastic

This was a fantastic listen from beginning to end!!!! Another great recommendation from Audible.

Good concept. Meh on dialogue.

I liked that the cast of characters had age and ethnic diversity. I liked the personalities and the idea of having “crafternoons”. My biggest issue was with some of the dialogue writing. Example: When Lyndsay is angry, she uses a series of directives (chapter 7). She needs a boat “right now”. Her pouty tirade seemed unrealistic.