It is a well-written book with a different type of 'Holmes and Watson'. It is a quick and easy cosy read. Connect with me on Twitter: U Would I read the next one or reread?: A prominent example of the genre. Oct 15, Carol Neman rated it really liked it Recommended to Carol by: The Pargeter series by Simon Brett has thoroughly entertained me. It's too bad there is only five in the series, whereas his other series has many more.
Mrs. Pargeter's Pound of Flesh
Sorry, Simon, I don't like the other one as much as I like Mrs. The devotion with which Mrs. Pargeter takes care of her dead husband's old 'friends', and with which he has taken care of her in the form of an old address book which she uses to contact people who can supply services she needs is touching. It reminded me of the crooks-wi The Pargeter series by Simon Brett has thoroughly entertained me.
It reminded me of the crooks-with-a-heart stories of Boston Blackie and his Mary. The mystery part is not a huge deal I guess that's what they mean by cozy but there's just enough tension to keep you wanting to know what's coming next. I think I finished the book in a couple of days, and that wasn't even reading steadily. Aug 13, Margaret added it Shelves: It took me several chapters to warm up to Mrs.
Mrs Pargeters Pound of Flesh Mrs Pargeter Bk 4, Simon Brett. (Hardcover )
It bothered me that an intelligent woman like Mrs. I also had some doubts about the book when I got to Chapter 2 which was entirely devoted to Mrs. Parteger's reasons for not liking cottage cheese "Probably more than any of these what put Mrs It took me several chapters to warm up to Mrs.
Parteger's reasons for not liking cottage cheese "Probably more than any of these what put Mrs. Parteger off cottage cheese was the expression of sanctimonious righteousness worn by its habitual eaters. Jan 15, Kimberly Ann rated it really liked it Shelves: This series is not the most suspenseful nor literary in the genre, but a nice cozy Arrrrg, I can't believe I said that , that tends to light entertainment.
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In this book Mrs. Pargeter and a friend go to a "Spa" Fat Farm run by one of her late husbands "co-workers", for a full treatment. One night while surreptitiously going back to her room, she comes acro This series is not the most suspenseful nor literary in the genre, but a nice cozy Arrrrg, I can't believe I said that , that tends to light entertainment. One night while surreptitiously going back to her room, she comes across two ambulance men removing the emaciated body of a young girl Aug 25, Kate rated it it was ok Shelves: Pargeter accompanies her fitness-obsessed friend to exclusive Brotherton Hall Spa, her regime is a feast of rich foods and hours of relaxation.
But when she discovers a woman's dead body being wheeled from the mudbaths, Mrs. Pargeter is off on a less-than-relaxing investigation that pits her against her late husband's 'business associates' -- some of whom could be guilty of murder. And not as enjoyable. Apr 20, Ellen rated it really liked it Shelves: With each reading, I am introduced to more of the late Mr.
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It seems that Melita Pargeter is truly fortunate to have some many men lined up to assist her in solving murders, although there are a few former associates who are not what they seem. All the characters are well drawn out and as I read these stories is discover more about Melita, her marriage and of course more about these crooks and cons who may or may not be reformed.
Great fun, lots of humor and written with a l With each reading, I am introduced to more of the late Mr. Great fun, lots of humor and written with a light touch. Jan 16, Minerva King rated it really liked it. This was a mystery that made fun of health spas and dieting fads. The main character is Mrs. Pargeter, a middle-aged woman who is overweight, but is comfortable with herself. She accompanies her younger neighbor to a health spa and discovers a murder as well as a mystery involving some old business associates of her husband's.
It is a light and enjoyable read. I look forward to reading about Mrs. Pargeter in another adventure. Dec 13, Val added it. Mrs Pargeter is helping out a friend who wishes to lose some weight before her husband returns home from jail. Mrs P books them into a spa run by a friend of her late husband. The first night there Mrs P sees a body of a young girl but when she asks the owner what had happened he denied all knowledge. Mrs P is on the trail of a murderer again. Aug 21, Amy Bradley rated it really liked it.
Another excellent mystery in the Mrs. While accompanying a friend to a health weight loss spa, she discovers the death of a young woman, which the owner tries to cover up.
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She of course digs in, trying to uncover what is really going on, and discovers an old foe at the heart of things. Mar 02, Cindy rated it liked it Shelves: This was few books into a series and the references to other books left me feeling out of the loop. I also felt I didn't know Mrs. I will start with book one and see where that takes me. Feb 27, annie rated it liked it. Aug 25, Amy rated it liked it.
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Mar 17, Katharine Holden rated it did not like it. Formulaic, predictable, and dull. Light mystery, entertaining read. Feb 25, Jay rated it really liked it. For a mystery with a couple of murders this book is very funny and light. I enjoyed it very much. Clean, pleasant reading, murder mystery. This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. May 11, Rachel rated it liked it. My favorite so far. Dec 26, B. Angela rated it liked it Feb 09, Fourevver rated it liked it May 03, Jennifer rated it liked it Dec 30, B Moignard rated it liked it Nov 03, Mary rated it really liked it Oct 22, Larie rated it really liked it Jul 29, There are no discussion topics on this book yet.
Simon Brett is a prolific British writer of whodunnits. He is the son of a Chartered Surveyor and was educated at Dulwich College and Wadham College, Oxford, where he got a first class honours degree in English. Afte Simon Brett is a prolific British writer of whodunnits. After his spells with the media he began devoting most of his time to writing from the late s and is well known for his various series of crime novels.
He is the current president of the Detection Club. Other books in the series. Mrs Pargeter 8 books. Books by Simon Brett. No trivia or quizzes yet. Kindle Edition File Size: Severn House Digital 12 December Sold by: Amazon Australia Services, Inc. Share your thoughts with other customers. Write a customer review. Most helpful customer reviews on Amazon.
Mrs Pargeter is crossing the line in this story; maybe she is turning to the dark side with her husband's friends. I enjoyed the first Mrs Pargeter books but this one might have been too packed with craziness. Enjoyed the book, as I enjoy all of Simon Brett's work. They are really well written and very humorous to boot.
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I have read 4 of this series but cannot find any more. Anyone able to help?? Book was purchased for my wife, she was very pleased. What an enjoyable read. Get to Know Us. Amazon Web Services Goodreads Shopbop. Not Enabled Word Wise: