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The Second Mile [Paperback]

Ron Benrey (Author), Janet Benrey (Author)
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One of evangelical Christian fiction's most delightful mystery protagonists returns to sleuthing in this sequel to Little White Lies, and while the story may lack the freshness and punch of its predecessor, it offers an entertaining read. Pippa Hunnechurch, 37, is a transplanted Brit with a penchant for getting mixed up with murder. Her executive recruiting business in the town of Ryde, Md., runs smoothly until her latest lucrative placement, red-haired plastics techie Barry Goodwin, ends up seemingly committing suicide. The e-mailed suicide note with Barry's signature blames Pippa for his despair, and ultimately his demise. In the wake of his death, Pippa becomes a persona non grata; her business tanks, and even her buddy, Ryde Reporter journalist David Friendly, launches a hostile investigative expos. Pippa gets moral support from her associate, blonde knockout Gloria Spitz, who packs a Walther PPK automatic as well as a complete make-up kit; she adeptly assists Pippa in everything from setting up appointments to picking locks. The Benreys' first-person narrative is awash in heavy passages of sometimes formal dialogue, overused parentheses, British lingo and numerous "cuppas" (of tea). There are some genuinely humorous moments (Gloria tries a Marmite sandwich for the first time) and some too cute scenes the authors should have resisted (as when Pippa "freezes" when she takes out the ice cube tray). However, Pippa's ongoing romance with international marketing consultant James Huston, a drawling Southern gentleman, provides some agreeable moments, and the end result is a light, fun murder mystery for the CBA market.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Absorbing and entertaining!, Feb 14 2003
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I thoroughly enjoyed this second installment of Pippa Hunnechurch's ongoing struggle to survive in the business world despite onslaughts of evil. Pippa is a delightful character, and I'd love to have a "cuppa" with her, as well as her amazing gun-toting, bible-quoting partner Gloria, anytime. The plot was intricate enough to keep me guessing to the end. I highly recommend it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars clever amateur sleuth, Sep 27 2002
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After her husband and child died in an automobile accident, Pippa left England and moved to Ryde Maryland where she opened up Hunnechurch & Associates, Executive Recruiters. Her business is doing well until one of her placements, Barry Goodwin supposedly kills himself, and in his e-mail suicide note blames Pippa.

At first, nobody realizes that someone who did not want him making the flaws of the CM-7 heart replacement valve public murdered Barry. When Pippa realizes Barry might have been murdered she tries to ferret out the killer in hopes of salvaging her floundering business.
After a while her motives change and Barry's quest becomes her mission even if it puts her in danger from a killer who has no mercy.

THE SECOND MILE is a clever amateur sleuth novel that stars a very feisty and strong-willed heroine whose faith sustains her in times of crisis. The mystery is complex with enough suspects to keep reading guessing until the climax is reached. Ron and Janet Berney have written a mystery series that will have wide appeal to more than just fans of the sub-genre.

Harriet Klausner

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5.0 out of 5 stars Absorbing and entertaining!, Feb 14 2003
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This review is from: The Second Mile (Paperback)
I thoroughly enjoyed this second installment of Pippa Hunnechurch's ongoing struggle to survive in the business world despite onslaughts of evil. Pippa is a delightful character, and I'd love to have a "cuppa" with her, as well as her amazing gun-toting, bible-quoting partner Gloria, anytime. The plot was intricate enough to keep me guessing to the end. I highly recommend it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars clever amateur sleuth, Sep 27 2002
By Harriet Klausner - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Second Mile (Paperback)
After her husband and child died in an automobile accident, Pippa left England and moved to Ryde Maryland where she opened up Hunnechurch & Associates, Executive Recruiters. Her business is doing well until one of her placements, Barry Goodwin supposedly kills himself, and in his e-mail suicide note blames Pippa.

At first, nobody realizes that someone who did not want him making the flaws of the CM-7 heart replacement valve public murdered Barry. When Pippa realizes Barry might have been murdered she tries to ferret out the killer in hopes of salvaging her floundering business.
After a while her motives change and Barry's quest becomes her mission even if it puts her in danger from a killer who has no mercy.

THE SECOND MILE is a clever amateur sleuth novel that stars a very feisty and strong-willed heroine whose faith sustains her in times of crisis. The mystery is complex with enough suspects to keep reading guessing until the climax is reached. Ron and Janet Berney have written a mystery series that will have wide appeal to more than just fans of the sub-genre.

Harriet Klausner


5.0 out of 5 stars A Fun Ride, July 31 2011
By Brandt Dodson "Author" - Published on Amazon.com
Second Mile is that kind of amateur sleuth novel that transports the reader away from the humdrum of daily life while providing an enjoyable ride.

The characters are well drawn and Pippa breaths off the page as surely any fictional character ever created. The plot turns and surprise will keep readers guessing while providing solid entertainment. If you are a fan of the amateur sleuth, this one is for you. Highly recommended!
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