An easily immersive and delightfully dynamic story that will keep you guessing.
Treading a fine line to keep her private life private, Bella James is a successful actress whose career has shifted from television to the stage. The story opens with a charming date night for Bella and her veterinarian boyfriend at a local drive-in theater. The second feature turns out to be not a rom-com or a big-budget action movie, but a real life crime scene. Bella’s friend, a detective with the local Canadian law enforcement agency, is brought in to investigate. No stranger to horrific crimes, Bella jumps in with both feet when she is asked to work undercover to help expose a crime ring that exploits the most vulnerable individuals. Between deep-dives on the dark web and buried secrets brought into the light, Alexis Koetting’s third novel will keep you on the edge of your comfy reading chair.
Revival: A Bella James Mystery is a fast paced cozy mystery set in a small town with big trouble brewing. Niagara-on-the-Lake boasts a lovely theatre and lively nightlife. This quaint peace might be threatened by some unsavory internet criminals, but determined protagonist Bella isn’t having it. She is level-headed and fearless, and is balanced out by a wonderful supporting cast including some spirited fellow actors. As in any good cozy, there are plenty of suspenseful moments and heart-pounding twists. All of this is perfectly matched with an authentic dose of humor and humanity. While this may be the first Bella James mystery I’ve read, it definitely won’t be my last! For a backstage look at a celebrity with a fierce sleuthing streak, Revival is an easily immersive and delightfully dynamic story that is sure to keep you guessing.
