Evelyn David

Murder Off the Books

"Murder off the Books is a fast-paced, engaging read with memorable characters and a plot that never quits. Readers are sure to hang on and enjoy the invigorating, unpredictable ride." Judith Kelman, author, The Session and Backward in High Heels.

"Evelyn David's quirky sense of humor sparkles on every page. Murder Off The Books is a clever, witty romp with plenty of twists and surprises. A laudable debut." Kathryn R. Wall, author, Bishop's Reach and the Bay Tanner Mysteries

"A fast-paced mystery with a lively and indomitable heroine, a tough-guy hero, and a lovable dog." JoAnna Carl, author of The Chocolate Bridal Bash and other Chocoholic Mysteries.

"Murder Off the Books should definitely win the award for 'Best Performance by a Wolfhound since The Hound of the Baskervilles.' In this quirky mystery, comic relief is provided by the heroine's unusual job and hero's constantly rotating fleet of undercover vehicles (most notably a pest control van). Recently divorced Rachel Brenner meets Mackenzie 'Mac' Sullivan, a private investigator who is staking out her house and following her to her new job at a funeral home. Always accompanied by Whiskey, a charming Irish wolfhound, Mac is looking for Rachel brother, who is a suspect in a murder investigation. Rachel begins to enjoy the single life, and finds herself able to cope in ways she never suspected, when she joins forces with the attractive Mac and his charming assistant, Whiskey, to find the real killer and prove her brother's innocence." Lynne Murray, author of A Ton of Trouble and other Josephine Fuller mysteries.

"Evelyn David's MURDER OFF THE BOOKS is suspenseful, fast moving, and funny. Her protagonist, Rachel Brenner, a 42-year old divorcee and mother of a teenaged son, is the type who, when hiding in a closet from an intruder, wonders who'll get her costume jewelry and mis-matched china after she's dead. When Rachel's brother goes missing and is suspected of murdering his boss, Rachel finds herself involved in a criminal investigation that brings her into contact with private investigator Mac Sullivan and his dog Whiskey. Before the mystery is solved, Rachel is up to her ears in conflicts with both Sullivan and killers and needs all of her wit and grit to survive. Readers should enjoy this entertaining tale." Philip Craig, author, Dead in Vineyard Sand and other Martha's Vineyard Mysteries.