Daisy Carruthers moved to Washington, DC, from New York City following an emotionally draining murder investigation, little knowing she would soon be involved in two more. But when her boss and her best friend come under suspicion for killing two adulterous lovers, Daisy has no choice but to help when they ask.
And when she comes across a diary and an old dime novel with suspiciously similar stories and unknown origins, she knows all the mysteries are somehow connected.
Can she figure out the identity of the killer–or killers–before it’s too late?
(review request submitted by the author for an honest critique)
Trudy’s Diary was actually a multi-layered mystery novel. Daisy was investigating two murder mysteries in present day and the disappearance of Trudy from the 1800’s. As I was reading Trudy’s secret thoughts, I wondered how her story played into the events of the present. I didn’t see the connection. However, when all the pieces clicked into place, I was impressed on how Amy connected all the dots.
Whether I was stepping into the past or attempting to unmask today’s killer, I was thoroughly engrossed with the happenings in Trudy’s Diary.
You don’t have to be a history enthusiast to read this story. You just have to like mystery novels with a touch of love and romance.
Heart Rating System:
1 (lowest) and 5 (highest)
Score: ❤❤❤❤
Amy M. Reade is a cook, chauffeur, household CEO, doctor, laundress, maid, psychiatrist, warden, seer, teacher, and pet whisperer. In other words, a wife, mother, community volunteer, and recovering attorney.
She’s also a writer. She is the author of Trudy’s Diary, A Libraries of the World Mystery (Book One: Library of Congress), The Worst Noel (Book One in the Juniper Junction Holiday Mystery series), The Malice Series (The House on Candlewick Lane, Highland Peril, and Murder in Thistlecross), and three standalone books, Secrets of Hallstead House, The Ghosts of Peppernell Manor, and House of the Hanging Jade. She lives in southern New Jersey, but loves to travel. Her favorite places to visit are Scotland and Hawaii and when she can’t travel she loves to read books set in far-flung locations.
Her days are split between writing and marketing her books, but uppermost in her mind is the adage that the best way to market a book is to write another great book.
Thanks for taking the time to read my book! I’m thrilled that you enjoyed the mystery. This book was a bit of a departure for me from the other mysteries I write, but since it’s the first in a series, I’ll be writing more. Much appreciated!
You’re welcome. Please let me know if you’d like to return to my site with another book. I’d be happy to host you.
I think I’m scheduled for July or August with Dead, White, and Blue.
Ah, you are correct. I have you on the books for August 2nd. 🙂
This sounds great. Yes I do love a good mystery! Will be checking into all Amy M. Reade’s offerings.
That’s awesome! I’m sure Amy will be dancing a happy jig after she reads your comment.
Hi, Gini, That’s music to my ears (and yes, music to which I’m dancing a happy jig!). I do hope you enjoy my books. Please let me know what you think. Have a great day!