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A Candidate For Murder: 2nd Book in the Old Maids of Mercer Island series Kindle Edition

by Lynn Bohart (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 393 ratings
Someone is out to kill the detestable Dana Finkle, and she wants Julia to help save her!

Dana Finkle is running for mayor of Mercer Island. When someone tries to kill her, they kill her campaign assistant instead.

Dana wants Julia Applegate’s help in finding the murderer before he hits his mark. But these two women hate each other. When Julia succeeds in getting Dana to drop her mayoral campaign (because who would want Dana as their mayor?) she agrees. As she fights to save her budding romance with Detective Franks, Julia teams up once again with her book club (Yes, Doe, Rudy, and Blair are back!) to solve the crime. All hell breaks loose, however, as the girls almost get arrested, steal Dana's trash, engage in a public food fight, confront the killer on a rainy night in a graveyard as he's trying to bury Dana. But with the help of Julia's dead mother and the resident ghosts, they do whatever it takes to bring the doer of the dastardly deed to justice.

What people are saying about A Candidate for Murder.
"Despite never having written a review before, I felt compelled to stop and share my thoughts about this book. The characters really leap out of the page to me, their humor and development are some of the best that I've ever read. The suspense was exceptionally well-paced, so much so that I found my suspicions flying from one character to the next."

"The characters in the Old Maids of Mercer Island books are just exactly that - characters. They are well developed and described and their antics lead them into endless situations which are funny and on occasion, hazardous."

"The story holds a lot of appeal as all the main gals are just normal women with keen wits and minds. Put them all together and they are a powerhouse."



Join Julia's two Dachshunds, her talking parrot, and the resident ghosts as they once again solve a murder.
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Ms. Bohart holds a Master's degree in theater and teaches writing at Green River Community College through their Continuing Education Program. She has published five paranormal mystery novels, including two books of short stories.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0121Y0D4K
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little Dog Press
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 19, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 267 pages
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  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ Old Maids of Mercer Island Mysteries
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Ms. Bohart kills people for fun and profit (on paper, that is).

She holds a master's degree in theater (directing) and has taught both acting and directing. She has been published in “Woman's World” and "Dead on Demand", an anthology of ghost stories that was on the Library Journal Bestsellers List. She also wrote for the Renton Reporter and has taught writing classes through Kent Parks & Recreation and currently through Green River College.

As an avid dog lover and canine rescue advocate, she weaves dogs into all her novels. In fact, they play major roles. "I want the dogs to be realistic, though," she says. "I don't like books that make animals seem like cartoon figures."

Ms. Bohart now has ten paranormal mystery novels on Amazon, along with two short story books, and two nonfiction books. Her most popular series is the Old Maids of Mercer Island. The first book in that series, "Inn Keeping With Murder" remained on Amazon's top ghost story list for over ten months.

She recently launched the NO ALIBI ZONE on her website as a resource for both mystery writers and mystery fans. The No Alibi Zone takes a deep dive into how homicides are investigated. Through her newsletter “Let’s Talk About Murder,” she interviews police officers, mystery writers, forensic technicians, and others who work in the field of murder investigations. She also writes the MURDER BRIEF, which are blog posts on topics like the serial killer gene, the Body Farm, whether eyewitness testimony is reliable, and more.

Visit her author website to sign up for the newsletter for free, read the blog posts, and let Lynn know what you think through the contact page.

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Customers find this book to be a fun, fast-paced mystery with plenty of twists and turns, featuring well-developed characters and a lovely budding romance. The writing style receives positive feedback, with one customer noting its natural dialog.

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42 customers mention "Readability"42 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a fantastic and fun read that brings lots of laughter, with some noting it's better than the author's first book.

"...described and their antics lead them into endless situations which are funny and on occasion, hazardous...." Read more

"I loved this book. I really like when an author develops a group of characters throughout a book, and this book does that...." Read more

"This was a pleasant read, and the characters were all intriguing...." Read more

"I enjoyed both books in this series and I'm hoping it won't take so long for a 3rd book to come out...." Read more

35 customers mention "Suspense"35 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the suspenseful plot of the book, describing it as a wonderful tale of murder and mystery with plenty of twists and turns.

"...Loved it! Grabbed you from the moment you started reading it. Exciting, funny and great writing! Can't wait to read more in this series!" Read more

"This is a fun series with interesting and engaging characters, a ghost who uses a cell phone, a talking parrot, and a fast moving plot." Read more

"Really fun read. Interesting story turns." Read more

"Great mystery..." Read more

23 customers mention "Character development"23 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating how the ladies have their own individual personalities.

"Fun book. Liked characters." Read more

"This is a fun series with interesting and engaging characters, a ghost who uses a cell phone, a talking parrot, and a fast moving plot." Read more

"Light, funny, serious mystery. Loved the characters. Strong independent women. will definitely continue with Old Maids of Mercer Island series:)" Read more

"...I liked the relationships and nearly every character in the story, except the bad guys/gals...." Read more

8 customers mention "Pacing"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, describing it as fast-paced and riveting, with one customer noting it keeps their mind working.

"Easy, fast paced reading. Character development is excellent - diverse characters easily relatable. Setting in Puget Sound area, true to life...." Read more

"A light, humorous read!! Lynn Bohart writes well and her work is edited well...." Read more

"...Good suspense and it's nice to read a book that keeps my mind working and good entertainment" Read more

"...There are also lighter moments that were great breaks in the suspense!! Alway fun to read what she has come up with!!" Read more

7 customers mention "Romance"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, describing it as a lovely budding romance and love the Old Maids characters.

"Love the Old Maids!..." Read more

"...There was also a lovely budding romance between an almost-retired detective and the main character. It was adult and sweet...." Read more

"...If you are new to the series, it has a bit of everything...humor, romance, intrigue and even a few ghosts...." Read more

"Love the book loved the old ladies . Can't wait for the next one!! Bring the girls and the B & B back." Read more

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Customers find the development of the book well-executed, with one customer noting it is true to life.

"...They are well developed and described and their antics lead them into endless situations which are funny and on occasion, hazardous...." Read more

"...The ladies are in good health, competent, confidant, and amusing...." Read more

"...really leap out of the page to me, their humor and development are some of the best that I've ever read...." Read more

"...Setting in Puget Sound area, true to life. Excellent use of imagery brings the story to life...." Read more

4 customers mention "Writing style"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with one customer noting the natural dialog and another mentioning that it is well-edited.

"...I liked the writing style and very natural dialog. I liked the relationships and nearly every character in the story, except the bad guys/gals...." Read more

"A light, humorous read!! Lynn Bohart writes well and her work is edited well...." Read more

"...Exciting, funny and great writing! Can't wait to read more in this series!" Read more

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    5.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable story
    Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2020
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    I totally enjoyed this book. It’s part of a series, but you don’t have to read the books in order. I read book 4 first, then I read this one (book 2).

    The story was generally light-hearted but you might be bowled over by all the very tough motivations of some of the characters (sadistic child abuse, spousal abuse, elder abuse). I liked the writing style and very natural dialog. I liked the relationships and nearly every character in the story, except the bad guys/gals. The story revolved around people who are largely in their 60s and their relationships with each other, which I found really charming. The ladies are in good health, competent, confidant, and amusing. They are a group of book club friends who happen to have a talent and curiosity for investigation.

    There was an added paranormal element to the story which was cute. I could have done without it, but I acknowledge it added a little zest to the story. I’m not a fan of real-life pets for myself (which would apparently horrify the author), but I enjoyed reading about them in this story (dachshunds, Great Dane, and African gray parrot). The main character claims a dog’s saliva is cleaner than a human’s; that’s not something I believe, but believe what you will.

    There was also a lovely budding romance between an almost-retired detective and the main character. It was adult and sweet. Romance is romance whether you’re 15 or 65.

    There was no graphic violence, sex, or eff word in this story. There was implied violence.
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  • Ellen Oceanside
    4.0 out of 5 stars FRIENDLY GHOSTS TO HELP SOLVE
    Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2018
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    Nice cozy mystery, and as the owner of the B&B with the help of friendly ghosts, and friends, with all the mayhem and near misses, turns into a pleasant reading story.
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  • Lucy Seidel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Completely Worth It
    Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2015
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    Despite never having written a review before, I felt compelled to stop and share my thoughts about this book. The characters really leap out of the page to me, their humor and development are some of the best that I've ever read. The suspense was exceptionally well paced, so much so that I found my suspicions flying from one character to the next. I'd recommend the first of the series prior to this one, however, as it introduces many of the characters from this novel. Meddling neighbors, a bird that mimes movie dialogue, ghosts, and more. 100% buy this book, you'll thouroughly enjoy it.
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  • Table4two
    5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely fantastic!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2017
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    I loved this story and the wait for the second book in the series was well worth it! The story holds a lot of appeal as all the main gals are just normal women with keen wits and minds. Put them all together and they are a powerhouse. I won't recall the plot, but the case is gripping with a victim you love to hate. If you are new to the series, it has a bit of everything...humor, romance, intrigue and even a few ghosts. But apart from that, it's a good whodunit with a cat of characters all worthy of being guilty. Kept me guessing and I was very wrong about who was behind the murder! To the author.....write faster! I can't wait to see what mischief the ladies get caught up in next!
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  • Deb
    4.0 out of 5 stars Easy, fast paced reading - great for curling up on a rainy day.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2021
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    Easy, fast paced reading. Character development is excellent - diverse characters easily relatable. Setting in Puget Sound area, true to life. Excellent use of imagery brings the story to life. Excellent cohesiveness from book one to book two for development of characters, continuity of time.
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  • Connield
    5.0 out of 5 stars They are well developed and described and their antics lead them into endless situations which are funny and on occasion
    Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2016
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    A light, humorous read!! Lynn Bohart writes well and her work is edited well. The characters in the Old Maids of Mercer Island books are just exactly that - characters. They are well developed and described and their antics lead them into endless situations which are funny and on occasion, hazardous. There are many twists and turns in reaching the end, although the primary villain is suspect from fairly early on. That does not detract from the journey, however, and this is a delightful read on a cold winter's day. There are a few resident ghosts which play into the story but do not overwhelm it. Fun and recommended.
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  • Red Rock Bookworm
    3.0 out of 5 stars GHOSTLY ENCOUNTERS
    Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2020
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    Lynn Bohart’s A CANDIDATE FOR MURDER is book two in the series that began with Inn Keeping With Murder. Book one was a lot of fun so I thought I would give this continuing saga of Julie Applegate and her fellow old maids another whirl. This time around Julia’s friends have convinced her to run for the office of Mayor of Mercer Island but Julia is much more interested in cultivating her promising romance with the local Police Detective.

    Her opponent in the race is Dana Finkle, an abrasive woman who enjoys collecting dirt on people and filing law suits. Needless to say Dana is not likely to win a popularity contest but she’s running for Mayor anyway…….that is until someone kills her campaign assistant. It was a case of mistaken identity……they were really after Dana. Now Dana is running scared and enlists the help of Julia and her friends to find out who is trying to “bump her off”. There is no lack of potential suspects so Julia and the gang have their work cut out for them.

    In addition to untangling the murder there is also the case of the stolen parrot, not to mention a cadre of guests currently staying at the inn. The odd assortment of personalities includes everything from ghost hunters to a family named Kohl whose young son is not above pranking other guests by pretending to be a ghost. Of course the young prankster and his skeptical father get their just deserts when confronted by the actual ghosts who call the INN home. The ghost of Julia’s mother also makes a most opportune return appearance in this delightful tale of malice and murder.

    If during your teen years you, like I, were hooked on the likes of Nancy Drew, Judy Bolton and Trixie Belden it is entirely possible that “grown up you” will find the old maids of Mercer Island equally delightful.
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  • SUSAN
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great fun
    Reviewed in Canada on August 22, 2017
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    I always find these ladies lots of fun Julia and her gang certainly
    always seem to stumble into trouble
    I find the writer does such a great job of keeping things going I had a hard time putting down.
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  • Ray
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another excellent read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 23, 2019
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    I have read what I think are all Lynn Boharts' novels and my favourites are the Old maids of Mercer Island. They are entertaining, humerous and thoroughly good mystery novels with extremely engaging and likeable characters. I have read all the books several times, and wish she would write some more of their escapades.
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  • sarah lewis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 7, 2018
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