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What a lighthearted gem of a juggling act! In Anthony and Agatha award-winner Andrews's third bird adventure (Murder with Peacocks; Murder with Puffins), ornamental blacksmith Meg, who's been commissioned to make a dozen life-size day-glow flamingos (three of which grace the alluring dust jacket), devoted sidekick Michael as well as their close, extended families take part in a lovingly depicted re-creation of the October 1781 siege of Yorktown, complete with cannons, costumes and a crafts fair. Enter the villain, Roger Benson, a businessman who has promised to market a game designed by Meg's brother. Everyone, including Meg, has some quarrel with Benson, who eventually comes to bloody blows with one of the other blacksmiths. Later that night, Meg discovers Benson's body in the storage area of her shop, an ornate dagger, her masterpiece, prominently displayed in his back. The sheriff, his deputy and any number of Meg's friends and relatives are suspects, but her dad is determined to present himself as the killer. Meanwhile, Michael's imperious mother, who's found with Meg's cash box after it goes missing at the time of the murder, strives to prevent anachronisms (eyeglasses, cameras, etc.) from spoiling the battle reenactment. With her trademark witty dialogue and fine sense of the ridiculous, Andrews keeps all her balls in the air with skill and verve. Agents, Ellen Geiger and Anna Abreu at Curtis Brown. Regional author tour.
Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.From Library Journal
It's "period crafts and costumes only" at the Yorktown Colonial crafts fair, which Meg Langslow, ironmonger and series sleuth (Murder with Puffins), attends with boyfriend Michael. Michael's mom rules the event with an iron hand, but trouble arrives with the sleazy software developer who wants to preview a package authored by Meg's brother. Harsh words and fights ensue. The resultant murder comes as no surprise, and there are plenty of suspects. A fearless protagonist, remarkable supporting characters, lively action, and a keen wit put this at the top of the list.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Truly The Revenge of the Flamingos,
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This review is from: Revenge of the Wrought-Iron Flamingos (Mass Market Paperback)
Buy this book for the historic re-enactor on your list, or, better still, his spouse. I have volunteered at re-enactiments and historic sites and can't decide if this book is 'so true' or a gentle exaggeration of what goes on and the perils and pitfalls of living 'living history' in the 21st century.The mystery is my favourite in the Meg Langslow series after Murder With Peacocks - and any woman who is or has been a bride's maid / maid of hounour must read that book. It is such a good laugh provoker is will relieve your stress.
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Revenge of the wrought iron flamingos,
By Devon Perry (fresno, CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Revenge of the Wrought-Iron Flamingos (Mass Market Paperback)
Donna Andrews writes lovely mystery novels. they arent genius.. and they don't take a long time to read and ponder... just good plain reads that take one away from ones every day life. Ive read other reviews of Andrews' work and being juvinile... hardly true. This is a great mystery series... esp since Im awaiting the publication of the next installments in other series. keep the birds coming Donna!!
4.0 out of 5 stars
Enjoyable comic mystery,
By "itzyu2" (Virginia USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Revenge of the Wrought-Iron Flamingos (Mass Market Paperback)
Revenge of the Wrought-Iron Flamingos takes place at a re-enactment of the battle of Yorktown. The conflict on the field, however, isn't where the real action is. Instead, battles between the craftsmen and the "Anachronism Police", legal wrangles over crafts software, and an unexpected murder make the reenactment look positively tame.Donna Andrews creates eccentric and engaging characters. Those characters are my favorite element of the Meg Langslow series. Meg's father, enthusiastically recreating 18th century medicine complete with leeches, is a hoot. So are her handsome and irresponsible brother, her elegant and surprising mother, and her boyfriend's formidable mother. The wrought-iron flamingos of the title remind me of a real-life wrangle in historic Hanover Courthouse over pink plastic lawn flamingos. I found myself wishing there was some way I could have bought those wrought iron ones for myself. If you enjoy a witty cozy mystery, this one's for you.
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