A shocking revelation. A long-buried secret. An old mystery reappears… first instinct is to throw the cad out. Until he reveals scandalous new details that threaten to tarnish the memory of her deceased, and beloved, mother.
To solve the decades-old cold case, Verity must confront a surly detective, a bungling helper, and a lethal paper shredder. But when the trail leads to murder, she soon becomes the prime suspect. To clear her name, Verity must solve the most baffling mystery she’s ever faced—one from her own life.
The Grave Truth is the sixth installment in a series of delightful cozy mysteries. If you like spunky heroines, laugh-out-loud humor, and charming small towns with big city crime rates, then you’ll love Rickie Blair’s Leafy Hollow series.
Buy The Grave Truth today to dig up a long-buried mystery!
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This review is for the audio book.
I loved this book but then again I have loved the whole series, so much that I have got my mum hooked on it too. I liked the mystery but it is the characters that steal the show for me, they are so much fun and find themselves in some funny situations. This continues from where the last book finished and we find out what Verity fathers wants, you don’t have to have read or listened to the previous book but you are missing out on another excellent story, so why not start at the beginning of the series work your way through if you haven’t already, I promise you are in for a chuckle if you do. I enjoyed learning more about Verity parents and adds more depth to what are already great characters. I can’t wait for the next book and hope there are lots more to come.
Verity rushes to her friends cafe to find her long lost father standing there as though he had never been away. Adeline doesn’t trust him and for good reason, Verity is doesn’t know why he is back and why he would be meeting with hee mother lawyer. The man himself isn’t really talking only saying he is back for his inheritance and it could be a matter of life and death. Verity with the help of her friends try to piece the clues together as to why he is in town. Following up on a clue found in the attic of her aunts home Verity starts to retrace her mother’s moments only to stumble over a scandal, a long ago disappearance and a fresh body. The body she is accused of killing, no body who knows her believes she is capable of murder, except the police and at times likes these they are the only people who matter. Could he mother really be capable of having an affair or her father of murder? These are the questions Verity will have to answer if she stands any chance of digging up the past and finding answers.
I liked the narrator and I am glad the author has stuck with her though the whole series, as she brings a little something to each book.
Verity’s life is going good until she walks into Emy’s bakery! Her long lost father is standing at the counter as she tries to recover from the shock! This book Verity discovers her parents past and her moms love of archeology! Her father is looking for something her mom left him yet he won’t say what it is. Learning about her parents past she stumbles into a 20 yr old murder mystery! There was plenty of action, family drama and mystery! I couldn’t put this book down as I tried to figure out who did what! The surprise ending was awesome! I highly recommend this book and this series! I am looking forward to the next book in the series!
This is the sixth book in The Leafy Hollow Mysteries Series, a great cozy mystery. Verity’s adventures continue in this installment. She is strong, independent, and smart. The supporting characters are great, and they have an important part in this story. Jeff, Verity’s boyfriend, is handsome. I like his protectiveness. The storyline is well written, captivating, funny, filled with twists and turns. The mystery unfolds at a great pace. This is a great addition to the Series. Now I need more! Petrea Burchard did a fantastic job with the narration. I enjoyed it. If you like cozy mysteries, this series is definitely for you. I was given a free review copy of the audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
The Grave Truth by Rickie Blair is an entertaining cozy read for an afternoon. The plot was quickly paced involving the appearance of Verity’s father after a 20 year disappearance and new information regarding her mother. Nothing is as it seems at first for Verity; but with the help of her friends and her estranged father, Verity solves this cold case mystery.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book. All of the above opinions are my own.
Love this series!
This PG13 mystery takes place mostly in Leafy Hollow, Ontario near Strathcona and can be read in about a day. I read an Advance Reader Copy and this voluntary review is my own opinion.
Verity Hawkes’ father has returned to Leafy Hollow to ask a favor after being estranged for 20 years.
This story is filled with emotions for all involved. Verity is torn between wanting her father back in her life and the great hurt he caused her when he left her at 8 without an explanation. Will she discover why he left without saying good-bye? This story opens a page from the past for all involved. The truth will all come to light when they discover a tie no one suspected. Great suspense, aggravation and emotional turmoil. Great read!
Verity is the main character in this book. She’s a full time gardener and a part time investigator. She’s got good friends, family and a boyfriend that works for the police department. Plus, a long lost family member shows up unexpectedly. Emotions, mystery and danger abound! This is an excellent book. It was really fun to read. The plot and characters are all perfect for this cozy mystery. I really enjoyed reading it and definitely recommend it!
Verity Hawkes, a full-time gardener and part-time investigator, is at it again – caught up in a web of family mystery, her own and that of another family. Verity’s father, Frank, took off twenty years ago without any explanation. Now he is back, looking for his bequest from the wife he deserted. Will Verity and her Aunt Adeline (with an interesting past of her own) be able to forgive him and help to figure out what he is looking for? Does Verity even want to have Frank back in her life? How will her police officer boyfriend, Jeff, react in this new situation?
The characters in this book are excellent, somewhat believable, and totally interesting and funny at times. I really enjoyed this book and can recommend it to anyone who likes a cozy mystery.
Another fun read with Verity , her aunt and her friends. Full of twists and turns which kerp you turning the pages to find out who done it. A great addition to a wonderful series. Can hardly wait to read more about Verity and friends. I was given a free ARC by the author. My review is freely and honestly given
This is book 6 in this lovely series “The Leafy Hollow Mysteries”. I have read all the first books and loved them too. In this book we find out about Verity’s father. I love the way Rickie Blair has laid out this series of stories.
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Life seems to be chugging along quite nicely for Verity Hawkes. Her gardening business is going well, her police detective significant other is a dream come true (except for the nagging), her aunt has a trusty significant other of her own. But her deadbeat dad has shown up bringing chaos with him. The publisher’s blurb is pretty good and no need to recap the story. No spoilers here, but just imagine the madness that ensues when the older lawyer has a brand new Alexa instead of his long suffering secretary while she is on a much deserved vacation!
I won this book in a giveaway. Yay me!
More of the family backstory for Verity Hawkes is revealed. Aunt Adeline has been her port in a stormy life for many years . She may have been traveling a lot when Verity was young, and her presumed death a while back being more alleged than actual stirred things up between them. Despite an ongoing teapot battle, the Hawkes girls stick together at the end of the day.
Frank, the long absentee father, makes a rather dubious appearance. He may have had some vaguely noble ideas about his departure and continued absence, but in the end, even his somewhat noble efforts seem pretty selfish to me. Guilt over a great deal seems to move him. Not pleased to expect to see more of him.
Verity has an amazing collection of furry friends that prevent Daddy Dearest from going too off the rails.
With her two and four legged friends, Jeff at her side and Addy at her back, Verity looks fair to have a strong team – if she is wise enough to use them in time.
Mystery, humor, and personal growth with mixed motives. Awesome read!
I was pleased to read an advance copy of this book.
I am a fan of the series, and have bought or borrowed many of the other books by this fun author- and I look forward to more!
Verity thought everything was going pretty well for her, and it was until…her estranged father shows up. Why is he here and what does he want? When her deceased mother’s name is implicated in crime from years ago, Verity is not going to let that go without finding out the truth. Jeff, her boyfriend, and cop, is actually helping Verity where ever he can to keep her safe. Can Verity solve this cold case and clear her mother’s name? All will be answered in the book….now go get a copy and read it. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
I love the Leafy Hollow series, and only wish Ms Blair could write faster. I really enjoyed learning more about Verity’s background and family in this book. As usual, there is a happy ending, but I like that. If I want to see sad endings and unresolved problems, I can watch the news on TV. All the characters are people I would like to know, only without the dead bodies.
This is a wonderful series! This time we get to meet Verity’s father after a 20 year absence. Needless to say, he has some explaining to do. He’s come looking for something hidden in Rose Cottage but refuses to tell Verity what it is. She uncovers items from her mother’s past and the game is afoot. She’s determined to find the truth whether her father likes it or not. Great characters and it was great to get more background on Verity’s life.
I received a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.