Sommers On The Case
4.5 out of 5 stars
There’s something special about a Nora Sommer mystery, I think it’s the irresistible blend of action, intrigue, and island charm I’ve come to love. Festive Sommer delivers on all of those things.
Nicholas Harvey and Kim Bretton are a dream team. Their storytelling magic effortlessly whisked me away to the Caribbean. Whether it’s the lush setting or the pulse-pounding suspense, this book was an absolute breeze to devour—like a tropical drink with a twist of suspense.
This time around, the stakes feel extra high, with an air of Clue-like mystery woven into the plot. A famous author, a book launch, and a gathering of intriguing (and possibly dangerous) personalities? Yes, please! The way Harvey plays with the idea of fiction bleeding into reality kept me hooked. Everyone is in attendance because of the author’s new book, making it impossible not to suspect everyone when things start to take a deadly turn. It was a fascinating setup that kept me on my toes, trying to piece together the puzzle before Nora could.
And, of course, Kim Bretton’s narration is once again a perfect match for the story. She brings out all the nuance in Nora’s character—determined, sharp, and just the right amount of witty—while also making the supporting cast feel distinct and full of life. Whether it was the thrill of the chase, the intrigue of the mystery, or the warmth of the festive setting, I was completely immersed from start to finish.
Fans of the series (like me!) will love this one, and if you haven’t jumped into the world of Nora Sommer yet, what are you waiting for?
Book Description:
A holiday celebration. A famous author. A murderer in their midst.
When her publisher chooses Grand Cayman as the venue to launch her new novel, the celebrated author arrives amid the island’s colourful Christmas festivities… along with a devious killer.
Nora Sommer is assigned to protective detail and soon discovers the simple babysitting gig is more than she bargained for with someone determined to give the author a deadly taste of her own plots.
Festive Sommer by Nicholas Harvey
Narrator: Kim Bretton
Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins
Series: Nora Sommer #7
Published by Self Published on December 3rd 2024
Genres: Mystery
Format: Audiobook
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Also by this author: Angels of the Deep, Graceless, Deadly Sommer, Solomon’s Well
Also in this series: Deadly Sommer, Stolen Sommer, Dark Sommer, Burning Sommer
I’ve loved reading since I was little when my dad would read me Dr. Suess books. Fast-forward a little and I noticed that he was always reading on his lunch breaks at work, and I wondered why.Then, I found a book that took me to another place and time, to another feeling,another sense of “being”.It was the first book that I ever fell in love with, and I’ve been chasing that feeling ever since.
