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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fire of chiles, fire of passion, 22 Mar 1999
By A Customer
This is wonderful, less for the puzzle of the mystery, (it's NOT that hard to figure out who did it, although you still have to figure how and why) than for the unfolding story of China, Mike, Ruby, and all.I can forgive Albert a small attack of deus ex machina as she helps Ruby make China an offer she can't refuse. And I appreciate the fact that she hasn't chosen to suddenly heal Mike, although she doesn't seem to have done all her homework about how his disability affects his relationship with China in ways other than sex. (Note to the author: It's impossible to just casually push a big man in a wheelchair accross gravel, especially if you are pushing one outdoors for almost the first time!) There are passages here that I forced my husband to listen to as I read them aloud. Albert has a fine ear for smartaleck repartee. And for goodness sakes, DO try the recipies...
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great, 1 Nov 1998
By A Customer
The latest entry in the China Bayles' mysteries is terrific. The imaginary world of Pecan Springs and its cast of characters just keeps getting better. China's most recent adventures leave the reader wanting more. I enjoy reading the quotes about various herb lore. I am looking forward to the next book.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Classy return of China Bayles in a top rate mystery, 20 Sep 1998
By A Customer
China Bayles, owner of Thymes and Seasons, knows that the annual Chedar Choppers Chili Cookoff in Pecan Springs, Texas is going to be bittersweet for her this year. Her significant other Mike McQuade will be making his first public appearance at the event since being paralyzed by a bullet. Though some mobility has returned to his upper body, Mike refuses to discuss marriage plans with China because he does not want to burden her with a half of a man, who may never be able to make love with her ever again. Mike seems a bit revitalized and more like his old self as he judges the chili contest. However euphoria turns to tragedy when a judge dies while tasting one of the entries, which contained peanuts as one of its ingredients. Everyone knew the deceased was allergic to peanuts, but no body believes foul play occurred except Mike, who earlier learned the victim was the recipient of threats. Mike and China investigate what really happened. As he seems to be more like his old self, China is delighted even though she is coming to the attention of a desperate killer who wants to remain anonymous. The latest China Bayles novel is absolutely terrific and probably is the best work to date in this wonderful series. CHILE DEATH has mainstream, mystery and romantic suspense appeal that will please fans of all genres. Susan Wittig Albert tastefully and sensitively delves into personal issues like impotence, paralysis, and depression and their impact on a relationship. While doing this with class, the author demonstrates that she still has the who-done-it touch that has earned her a reputation for her complex mysteries, turning this detective novel into a solid winner for a wide corps of readers. Harriet Klausner
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