Book Info
Name of Book : Soft Hearts A Rett Swinson Mystery
Author : Eric Lodin
Publisher : Self- published
Publication Date : May 22, 2021
No. of Pages : 376
Format : E-book / Paperback
Why Did I Chose the Book?
The book, Soft Hearts A Rett Swinson Mystery by Eric Lodin was offered as an ARC by the author himself. Mystery books have always been my first love, so, there were no second thoughts.
Where to Find the Book?
The book, Soft Hearts A Rett Swinson Mystery by Eric Lodin is set to release on May 22, 2021. You can read the book after release on Amazon :
Author Introduction
Eric Lodin, author of Soft Hearts A Rett Swinson Mystery lives in Raleigh with his wife. Soft Hearts is his first mystery novel. Eric started writing at an early age eventually publishing two literary novels. This book is the first in Rett Swinson Mysteries. To know more about the author, visit :
Blurb
A murder takes place on Halloween in Raleigh and everyone in the neighborhood are suspects.
Harriett "Rett" Swinson is dealing with her bitter divorce, when she suddenly finds herself engaged in the investigation of the murder of Wanda Hightower in her neighborhood. Wanda was found dead on her porch, stabbed in the back. Some trick-o-treaters witnessed a dragon in the alley to be the murderer.
While investigating, Rett uncovers Wanda's past which is intertwined with some of the people in the neighborhood. It seemed like everyone had a motive to kill Wanda.
Who killed Wanda, a neighbour or someone from past? Who was the Dragon in the alley? Will Rett be able to uncover the truth from Wanda's past?
My Opinion
Soft Hearts by Eric Lodin is the first instalment in The Rett Swinson Mystery Series. I liked the plot as it focused not only on the murder but also on some critical social issues like Racism, Freedom and Mental Health Issues. The book is, definitely worth a one time read. Also, the mystery deepens more and more when we go further in the story. At a point of time, I was also confused about the murderer. The climax is also on the unexpected side.
Character Portrayal
I loved the characterization of Harriett Swinson and the eventual developments as the story advances in Soft Hearts A Rett Swinson Mystery by Eric Lodin. She struggles with her divorce which left her feeling weak and unwanted. But, on the other hand when the investigation starts, she finds herself in a new role which is a strong and confident one.
The Antagonists are shady and secretive ones which grills the mystery one step further. The tertiary characters have supported well in the story.
Narrative Style
Narrative Style of the story Soft Hearts A Rett Swinson Mystery by Eric Lodin is a simple one. The language is not too hard to understand. The events toggle between Wanda's past and present, but doesn't confuse the readers.
Ratings
- Recommendation ------------------- 5/5
- Cover --------------------------------- 5/5
- Writing Style ------------------------ 5/5
- Plot ----------------------------------- 5/5
- Climax ------------------------------- 5/5
- Characters --------------------------- 5/5
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1 Comments
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