Book Review: 'Jury Rigged' by Laurie Moore
A review of member Laurie Moore's latest book, Jury Rigged, ran in the Dallas Morning News on Sunday. Here are some excerpts:
"It's a wonder Laurie Moore's madcap mysteries haven't hit the big screen. The former Fort Worth cop's whodunits possess enough rowdy action, sex and rambunctious characters for a franchise.
Take the latest, Jury Rigged, third in her Cowtown police homicide series starring Cézanne Martin, a fiery, hard-driving detective with an attitude and law degree.
More Calamity Jane than Jane Marple, Cézanne has a big mouth, a badge and a Smith & Wesson five-shot just like her creator carried when she was on the job. She also has an unholstered libido.
Already the spunky sleuth has solved a couple of high-profile murders, one undercover involving the Dungeons of Decadence sex club in The Wild Orchid Society (2004). She also solved the murder of her captain's daughter, who was the secret lover of Cézanne's police partner, in The Lady Godiva Murder (2002).
On 90-day leave from the department to set up her law office, Cézanne gets a diamond ring from Sheriff Bobby Noah, who then disappears. Next, a murderess escaped from jail tries to kill her, and much to the detective's surprise, she inherits a stately brownstone on University Drive from her long-estranged dad.
But with the legacy come grasping relatives she didn't know she had, a missing brother (or is he?) and Deuteronomy Devilrow, her adolescent Voodoo-practicing ward with a harlequin Great Dane named Enigma...
Take the latest, Jury Rigged, third in her Cowtown police homicide series starring Cézanne Martin, a fiery, hard-driving detective with an attitude and law degree.
More Calamity Jane than Jane Marple, Cézanne has a big mouth, a badge and a Smith & Wesson five-shot just like her creator carried when she was on the job. She also has an unholstered libido.
Already the spunky sleuth has solved a couple of high-profile murders, one undercover involving the Dungeons of Decadence sex club in The Wild Orchid Society (2004). She also solved the murder of her captain's daughter, who was the secret lover of Cézanne's police partner, in The Lady Godiva Murder (2002).
On 90-day leave from the department to set up her law office, Cézanne gets a diamond ring from Sheriff Bobby Noah, who then disappears. Next, a murderess escaped from jail tries to kill her, and much to the detective's surprise, she inherits a stately brownstone on University Drive from her long-estranged dad.
But with the legacy come grasping relatives she didn't know she had, a missing brother (or is he?) and Deuteronomy Devilrow, her adolescent Voodoo-practicing ward with a harlequin Great Dane named Enigma...
Ms. Moore began writing crime fiction between classes at Texas Wesleyan University School of Law and sometimes played hooky to attend the DFW Writers Workshop, where members read and critique each other's work. Her breakthrough came when a visiting agent heard the Texan read from one of her policewoman procedurals. Perhaps Hollywood should bend an ear, too.
Jury Rigged
Laurie Moore
(Five Star Publishing, $25.95) "
December 24th - Open for Reads
The tradition continues as the DFW Writers' Workshop will be meeting on Christmas Eve at 7 pm.
Reads and critiques will occur as usual.
Reads and critiques will occur as usual.
Wednesday, Dec. 3 - Christmas party
The Wednesday, December 3rd meeting of the DFW Writers' Workshop will also be the Christmas Party. Everyone is encouraged to bring something to eat or drink to share with the group. Homemade goodies are especially welcome!
The evening will follow the normal routine of reads, we'll just all have extra joy to impart and sugar to consume.
The evening will follow the normal routine of reads, we'll just all have extra joy to impart and sugar to consume.
Saturday, Nov. 22 - The Demon King & I book signing
Candace Havens will have a book signing party for "The Demon King and I" from 2-4 p.m. at the Legacy Bookstore in Plano.
7300 Dallas Parkway, Suite A120
Plano TX 75024
972-398-9888
This new independent bookstore is just north of Legacy on the righteast side of the Tollway, north of the Williams & Sonoma, south of the parking garage.
There will be a reception which will include wine and cake. Yes, that really does say "wine".
7300 Dallas Parkway, Suite A120
Plano TX 75024
972-398-9888
This new independent bookstore is just north of Legacy on the righteast side of the Tollway, north of the Williams & Sonoma, south of the parking garage.
There will be a reception which will include wine and cake. Yes, that really does say "wine".
Thursday, Nov 13 - Prose, Proms, & Pizza
Rosemary Clement-Moore is giving a workshop at the Grand Prairie Public Library at 4:30 pm.
So, you’ve got this idea for a book. Or maybe you don’t. It doesn’t matter, because she will give you hints on how to generate ideas, develop them into exciting stories, and get your stories out of your head and onto the page.
Pizza - Door Prizes - Fun - Get a special surprise when you wear your prom wear!
So, you’ve got this idea for a book. Or maybe you don’t. It doesn’t matter, because she will give you hints on how to generate ideas, develop them into exciting stories, and get your stories out of your head and onto the page.
Pizza - Door Prizes - Fun - Get a special surprise when you wear your prom wear!
Saturday, Nov. 15 - The Demon King & I book signing
Candace Havens will have a book release party for "The Demon King and I" at 2 p.m. at the North Richland Hills Barnes & Noble in Hurst.
Oct. 29 is Halloween Read Night!
Don't forget to bring your Halloween-themed read this Wednesday night! Ghosts, vampires, werewolves, short stories, poems, it's all good! It should be an entertaining night of reads at the Workshop.
The only requirement is your entire work must fit into 15 minutes of reading.
For those who aren't into the Halloween thing, no problem. Regular reads will go on as normal in a side room.
Costumes and food items are welcomed! See you there.
The only requirement is your entire work must fit into 15 minutes of reading.
For those who aren't into the Halloween thing, no problem. Regular reads will go on as normal in a side room.
Costumes and food items are welcomed! See you there.
2009 DFW Writer's Conference registration is open!
Our 2009 conference will take place May 2&3 at the City of Grapevine Convention Center, Grapevine, TX.
We've got New York Times bestselling author Bob Mayer as our keynote speaker, and literary agents Uwe Stender, Gina Panettieri, Al Longden, Sally Harding and Doris Booth will be in attendance and will conduct one-on-one pitch sessions. Pitch sessions will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. We're also putting together a fantastic lineup of breakout sessions featuring more than 20 expert speakers.
Our 2008 conference was a huge success and this one is shaping up to be even better. Registrations are already flowing in! To take advantage of early rates, you need to register by Oct. 31. Visit the conference web site to see rates and register online. Or you can come to our regular Wednesday meeting and register in person.
We've got New York Times bestselling author Bob Mayer as our keynote speaker, and literary agents Uwe Stender, Gina Panettieri, Al Longden, Sally Harding and Doris Booth will be in attendance and will conduct one-on-one pitch sessions. Pitch sessions will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. We're also putting together a fantastic lineup of breakout sessions featuring more than 20 expert speakers.
Our 2008 conference was a huge success and this one is shaping up to be even better. Registrations are already flowing in! To take advantage of early rates, you need to register by Oct. 31. Visit the conference web site to see rates and register online. Or you can come to our regular Wednesday meeting and register in person.
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