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Friday, February 16, 2024

Murderous Means: A Southern California Mystery By Lida Sideris-Mystery Book Review


 Book Summary

Corrie Locke may not be the best rookie lawyer in town, but when it comes to catching a killer, let’s just say, she’s got enough skills to bring a band of shifty-eyed suspects to their knees.

When the wealthy matriarch of the dysfunctional Means family dies in her sleep, Corrie’s hired to prove the death was anything but peaceful. Problem is, the only evidence she has to go on is a half-baked psychic vision that the matriarch was murdered. To put the matter to rest, Corrie sets her sights on proving the psychic's a fraud. After all, everyone knows psychics are crack-pots. But what should be a simple investigation morphs into something deadly.

The deeper Corrie digs, the more bizarre truths are revealed. Tempers rise as she trails a cunning killer who will do whatever it takes to shut the investigation down before the real truth comes to light. It's up to Corrie to catch a killer… who's about to strike again.

Book Details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Level Best Books (December 5, 2023)
  • Genre: Murder Mystery
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 168512500X
  • ****I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, NetGalley, book tours, and or authors.  A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.****




My Review

Everyone enjoys a good murder mystery, and "Murderous Means" offers exactly that. The story follows Corrie Locke, who is hired to investigate the murder of Jojo Means by investigating her dysfunctional family. Alongside her team including boyfriend Michael, teammate Verra, and her humorous mother, Corrie delves into a web of secrets that are challenging to unravel. 

The plot twists keep readers engrossed as they meet quirky small-town characters and examine various family members as potential suspects.  At one point all of them are considered potential murderers. You will enjoy this aspect of the novel as you laugh at the absurd accusations that at times are put out there. 

Corrie emerges as a bold, intelligent investigator with a very unique approach to solving mysteries. Her tenacity, coupled with her team's investigative style, keeps the story fascinating, humorous, and difficult to set aside. The revelation of the murderer's identity and motive at the end is truly surprising, adding to the book's appeal. 

Author Lida Sideris impresses with her storytelling, ensuring there is never a dull moment in "Murderous Means." This novel is recommended for those seeking an engaging mystery that hooks you from start to finish.


****Meet Author Lida Sideris****

Lida Sideris’ first stint after law school was a newbie lawyer’s dream: working as an entertainment attorney for a movie studio…kind of like her heroine, Corrie Locke, except without the homicides. Lida is a recipient of the Helen McCloy Mystery Writers of America Scholarship award and a Killer Nashville, Silver Falchion Award Finalist for her last two books, which were both selected top mysteries of the year by Kings River Life Magazine. She lives in the northern tip of Southern California with her family, rescue dogs, and a flock of uppity chickens.


"A smart caper with a heroine to match." - Kirkus Recommended Review

"The characters are hilarious and this series is a must-read for fans of Stephanie Plum." ~ Kings River Life Magazine

“…An excellent read. It has everything needed for a cozy afternoon curled up on the sofa – murder, mystery, humor, and plenty of action. The plot is extremely detailed and so well written that I found myself hooked on page one.” - Readers’ Favorite


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