Murder of a Beauty Shop Queen
A Dan Rhodes Mystery
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4.0 • 4 Ratings
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- $11.99
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- $11.99
Publisher Description
Dan Rhodes, sheriff of Blacklin County, Texas, is called to the Beauty Shack, where the young and pretty Lynn Ashton has been found dead, bashed over the head with a hairdryer. The owner said Lynn had gone to the salon late to meet an unknown client. There was a lot of gossip going on about Lynn before her death, but no one seems to really know much about her, or they're not telling Rhodes.
Lynn was known to flirt, and it's possible an angry wife or jilted lover had something to do with her death. The salon owner suspects two outsiders who have been staying in an abandoned building across the street. While he investigates the murder, Rhodes must also deal with the theft of copper and car batteries, not to mention a pregnant nanny goat that is terrorizing the town.
Murder of a Beauty Shop Queen is a wonderful entry in this always delightful series by award-winning author Bill Crider.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
In Crider's enjoyable 19th Dan Rhodes mystery (after 2011's The Wild Hog Murders), the Clearview, Tex., sheriff with a fondness for barbecue and Dr. Pepper investigates the murder of hair stylist Lynn Ashton, killed by a blow to the head with her hair dryer. Rumors swirl regarding Lynn's involvement with married men as well as her tendency to indulge in blackmail, but conflicting accounts suggest that understanding Lynn's true lifestyle won't be easy. Further complicating the case are shady activities at the town environmental reclamation center, pressure from local politicians and other figures, and the discovery of another body at an antiques store. Rhodes's encounters with the overly enthusiastic amateur sleuth Seepy Benton and his inability to persuade his colleagues and neighbors that he bears no resemblance to fictional crime-busting sheriff Sage Barton (featured in the memorably titled work Terrorist Terror) are continuing sources of fun.
Customer Reviews
Murder of a beauty shop queen
This is a pleasant read. Descriptions are well done and pacing is good. While it might be a little "hokey" in places, it feels comfortable. There are no curse words or sexual/violent scenes that some could find offensive. I liked the characters and hope Mr Crider will grow them over time.