The first book of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series!
For Rose Gardner, working at the DMV on a Friday afternoon is bad even before she sees a vision of herself dead. She’s had plenty of visions, usually boring ones like someone’s toilet’s overflowed, but she’s never seen one of herself before. When her overbearing momma winds up murdered on her sofa instead, two things are … things are certain: There isn’t enough hydrogen peroxide in the state of Arkansas to get that stain out, and Rose is the prime suspect.
Rose realizes she’s wasted twenty-four years of living and makes a list on the back of a Wal-Mart receipt: twenty-eight things she wants to accomplish before her vision comes true. She’s well on her way with the help of her next door neighbor Joe, who has no trouble teaching Rose the rules of drinking, but won’t help with number fifteen– do more with a man. Joe’s new to town, but it doesn’t take a vision for Rose to realize he’s got plenty secrets of his own.
Somebody thinks Rose has something they want and they’ll do anything to get it. Her house is broken into, someone else she knows is murdered, and suddenly, dying a virgin in the Fenton County jail isn’t her biggest worry after all.
“Though much of the book is light-hearted and occasionally outright hilarious, the author sneaks in a few home truths along the way that will hit you where it counts, like how even someone’s best intentions can box you in.” –Everybody Needs a Little Romance
“This was one of those books that I kept telling myself one more page, then I need to put it down. Instead I found myself tearing through the book instead, needing to know the outcome.” –Just Jump Book Reviews
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This was my first book on my Kindle, I have recommended this book to everyone,I have read most of Denise Grover Swank. She is absolutely amazing. You’ll never be disappointed with any of her books.
Good story, believable characters. It will keep you wondering.
Enjoyed this bookend want to read the entire series.
I have read this entire series and really, really loved every book.
Strange story and characters were stiff and not that believable. OK read
Intrigue and romance, what else could you ask for? Oh, year, interesting twists.
Unexpected twists and turns had me gripped. Very unusual murder mystery. I really wasn’t sure what the outcome would be.
part of a series, enjoyed this book, 2nd book not as much
Very fun book. somewhat unrealistic, but I would love to read the next one!
It was a fun whodunit
This was a very well written story with great characters. It was also a strange story but, that’s what made it so good. Throughout the book, I kept wondering who she could trust. It definitely keeps you guessing. I would definitely recommend this book.
I really loved this book and can’t wait to read the next in the series.
I love the Rose Gardner series and it all started with this book. From page one you are with Rose on her journey of coming out of her shell and becoming a strong woman that can take care of herself. Not only is she coming out of her shell but she’s also dealing with being accused of murder. It’s a page turner if there ever was one! Whenever my …
Great read. I recommend it.
Not sure why I opted to read this story. Not my normal read. I could never get into it. I had a problem with how dim witted the main character was. The book was well written and easy to follow. Just wasn’t for me.
These keep me up too late at night. Can’t put them down. They roll along like a stream roller!
Loved this story.
A cozy mystery and fair read. I didn’t love it but it was good enough that I plan to read more from this author.
It was enjoyable reading
Enjoyed the story.