Tony Solis has been accused of murder, and Salem Grimes just might be his last, best hope. But Lord have mercy on anyone who has Salem for their last hope, because that girl is a piping hot mess and always has been. Everyone knows that, including Salem.
But Salem is trying. She quit drinking, and even started praying. Maybe if she can prove Tony’s innocence and find the real killer, it would … it would balance out some of the mistakes she’s made in her past — a past that includes betrayed best friends now bent on vengeance, ex-crushes who were supposed to be old and fat by now, and an ex-husband who might, possibly, not be an ex after all. If Salem can catch a break from reaping all the wild seeds she’s sown, she might have a chance to redeem herself.
Then again, maybe she should just settle for being a piping hot mess.
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I loved everything about this book! The wonderful writing, relatable characters, fun mystery.
Couldn’t put it down!
Salem Grimes is the most unlikely hero I can imagine! Setting out to solve a murder case with her beloved banshee-screaming dog Stump and her out-of-control octogenarian friend, Viv, is both hilarious and sometimes scary. It’s hard to decide what will kill them first; the criminal, G-Ma, or Viv’s driving. What a great series!
Funny but real…
How many times have you done something that profoundly negatively affected you for, well, ever?Nobody is perfect, but the world we live in is all about condemning a person for the most trivial things these days. When did our world drop into a real-life hell? The better question would be, “How did we not see we were ALWAYS living in hell?” This is a great story, it’s just crazy how it fits in so perfectly with the insanity of today’s world.
This book was a fun listen and kept me hooked from start to finish. I loved the church relationships with characters that some people may believe they are beyond saving and seeing how anything is possible. The murder case was so fun watching it be solved by two characters that definitely should not be questioning others since you know they don’t have a clue as to what they are doing. A great book!
laugh-riot, AA, situational-humor, verbal-humor, murder, murder-investigation, amateur-sleuth, law-enforcement
This is the beginning of a series about Salem Grimes, a recovering alcoholic with a dodgy past and a history of bad choices. But. It’s also a story about living in a Texas trailer park, a unique story with a mix of mystery and gospel, about a spoiled dog named Stump, and the much older investigating partner. This is a hilarious tale full of laughs and well worth the money.
Sandra Murphy is a great narrator who really makes the real characters come alive and really adds to the fun and suspense.
I won this audiobook in a giveaway. I win!
This review is for the audio book.
I enjoyed this book. It is a nice, funny mystery with some very interesting characters, I especially liked the feisty octogenarian as a sidekick and the way she leads the charge into battle. The main character was pretty interesting in her own right with the struggles she is going through and you can’t help but like her, even with her screw ups she is likable enough for two men to still be interested in her. The mystery it’s self was interesting and I liked the way it came to a conclusion. It had the right amount of suspects to keep you guessing (and laughing) and held my interest until the very end. There was a lot of faith talk which could have got a bit preachy but I thought it worked well in the story because the murder took place in a church and it also lead to some light entertainment in explaining why she ended up driving a pickle car (you will have to just read it or listen to the book to understand that reference, no spoilers here). I hope the author has plans to record more audio books in this series, as I am looking forward to the next adventure for Salem.
Salem thought her biggest problem was not drinking but that all changed when on the way to an AA meeting she finds a dead body. Worse still the police are looking at her ex husband for the murder. So Salem does what any alcoholic would do she teams up with a fellow AA member, a board octogenarian to solve the murder. Part of the AA programme is to right wrongs done in the past now is Salem’s chance, as long as the killer doesn’t target her. But with God on her side what could possibly go wrong?
I like the narrator and am really pleased the author decided to you use Sandra Murphy as the voice of Salem. She is one of the better narrators out there and always puts in a good performance.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
Kim Harris Hunt has masterfully created a host of characters that you can fall in love with. From Salem’s octogenarian sleuthing buddy, Viv, to her dramatic dog, Stump, these characters will keep you coming back for more of her stories. And thankfully, she has quite a few!
The title might not sound like an inspirational novel, but seldom has a sweeter message been delivered. The Middle Finger of Fate, by Kim Harris Hunt, had me in tears – both from laughing so hard and tears of joy from the spiritual journey of the main character, Salem. The message of the book is so powerful that it had me meditating on it long after I closed the book.
The book had me hooked from the first few paragraphs. The characters are quirky but believable. Salem makes you laugh and breaks your heart at the same time. I love how she grows as the story progresses. The mystery also keeps you guessing. I was no closer to figuring it out by the end of the novel than I was the first page. And the mystery/action is intertwined with the message and character growth so seamlessly. I will admit I am a skipper – if it doesn’t belong or it is overly descriptive, I will skip that paragraph. I read The Middle Finger of Fate straight through – and that is rare for me.
Stump’s Story – My gosh, what a tearjerker! How many more horrible things could happen to Stump? As sad as this story is, it was hard to put down, impossible. Ms. Harris did a wonderful job telling this dog’s story, with its losses and its luck.
Middle Finger Of Fate, #1 – Hilarious! OMGosh, it’s the first chapter and I’m already LOL. A well written, funny, touching suspense with a twisting, well thought out plot and intriguing characters you just can’t help but like. There’s reminders of Plum, her grannie and Ranger. If you love Evanovich, you will love Ms. Harris.
Knickers in a Twist, #4 – Intriguing! I missed #2 and #3 of the series, but it didn’t matter. This well written, suspenseful book, along with it’s well thought out plot and interesting characters keep me glued to the book until I was finished. The characters are steadily developing as the stories continue. There’s a lot happening in the main characters lives and the stories about them keeping getting better. After reading Middle Finger Of Fate, I contacted the author to review her books.
Kim Hunter Harris’s Trailer Park Princess stories are GREAT! l one minute you’re laughing the next you’re crying as you feel the pain of the life of the main character Salem. Ms. Harris has added other interesting characters such as Viv the eighty something who’s bored with just hanging out with the other Senior Citizen at her upped Senior complex, There is Frank the neighbor who baby or dog set Salem’s dog, for dinner while he sit and watches spanish soap opera. Tony the ex-husband that isn’t really all that “ex”. and Les, Salem AA sponsor and mentor for all things Christian to the newly born again. Not only are these books entertaining but inspirational as well. I think the first book is free, that’s how I discovered the series and then bought the rest of her Trailer Park Princess books that were available. So go find her books and enjoy!
The title alone tells you the book is witty. My, my — what a tangled mess Kim Hunt Harris weaves for us! Her original stories are inspirational. Her wonderful characters are full of flaws, even when trying to do the right things. Engorssing enough, I always want to race to the end of her books. Unfortunately, I am always sorry when I have finished them! On to the next book in the series…..
Great book! I laughed out loud and almost cried a time or two. This is a wonderful light, quick read, and I can hardly wait to see more of Salem, Bobby and Tony!
I received a free eArc with no strings attached.
I was in a foul mood when I started reading this book but by the end, my mood had changed. Well written, with entertaining characters that helped rid me of a foul mood. A good start to a series that I’m sure will chase your blue moods away!
This story certainly deserves every award it has won! I can’t wait to read more from this author. The story has well fleshed out characters, realistic dialog and a great plot. The ladies get into a bit of mischief and there are lots of laugh out loud moments. While there is a great moral message and lots of faith messages, it is not all hearts and flowers. There is alcoholism, murder, adultery and bad behavior. All of the sex and bad language is alluded to and not in your face. The violence is described well, but not gory at all. This story has it all! This story would make a great movie! The entire time I was reading it, I was imagining Melissa McCarthy and Cloris Leachman as the stars!
Not only is The Middle Finger of Fate a great book but the entire series is a humorous, good time read !!!