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"Intrepid
Gertie is a wonderfully drawn character, whose view of the
U.P.'s denizens and their surroundings makes for enjoyable
storytelling." Booklist
"Deb Baker has
perfectly captured the spirit and lifestyle of those
who dwell above The Bridge." Traverse City
Record-Eagle
"Gertie Johnson...
one of the most memorable heroines in recent crime
fiction." Lansing State Journal
The writing is
descriptive and wryly amusing. We shake our heads at the
antics of our gun-toting, truck-driving country brethren
but come to realize we are more alike than
different...If you're looking for a quick but
chuckle-filled read, visit Stonely at every opportunity.
Suddenly, your own crazy relatives won't seem so bad!
Mysterical E
There are twists and turns
worthy of the highest levels of mystery writing, and
humor at every turn – and if you think that is easy to
do, let me assure you that either one is difficult on
its own, but combining them borders on impossible.
Michael Gleason
The heart of Murder Talks
Turkey is Gertie. If she lived in the south
rather than the far north, we’d call her a
“steel magnolia.” When she is on the lam, Gertie
does it in a style not before seen in crime
fiction. On the book’s back cover is a quote
from a Cozy Library review that calls the Yooper
Mysteries a “hoot with a heart.” That sums it up
nicely.” Cozy Library
Baker's animal-themed adventure of
three madcap ladies' exploits in Michigan's Upper
Peninsula
will make you chuckle and keep you
guessing. Kirkus Review
Murder Talks Turkey
is a delight to read. In addition to the engaging
mystery, it's a wonderful story of the love of family
and friends. And for Gertie, maybe just maybe a new
significant other. One of the more amusing features of
the book is the new word a day contest that Gertie and
her friend Kitty are participating in. They must not
only use the word, but use it correctly, something Kitty
frequently has a problem with. It's a small touch, but
it adds a personal element to the story that makes it
all the more special and entertaining. Mysterious
Reviews
I loved Gertie’s crusty take-charge
attitude, yet there is definitely more to her than
meets the eye. She leads such an interesting life in
a small community, full of characters. One way or
another, sure or unsure, she’s going to take life by
the horns and live it. You never know what tomorrow
might bring.
And all of
her tomorrows are very full. Between Gertie’s
problems with her family and the hot water she gets
into with the law, there’s always some sort of
action or drama unfolding. Mix in a well-plotted
mystery and you have nothing short of good
entertainment told Gertie’s way. Once Upon a
Romance
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