The Deeds of the Deceitful

· Hope Street Church Mysteries Book 6 · Beyond The Page
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Welcome back to Hope Street Church, where friendships are formed, fresh starts are encouraged, and mysteries are solved . . .

 

It’s June in Virginia, and the scent of flowers and the sound of wedding bells are in the air, an unwelcome reminder to Cooper Lee of the long-distance relationship she recently ended. When Cooper and her Bible study group are invited to spend a weekend at a newly renovated historic inn, it’s the perfect chance to get away with friends and put her bittersweet memories behind her—until the inn’s pompous co-owner is murdered and one of the suspects is Cooper’s own mother.

 

Certain that someone on the inn’s staff must have done the cruel deed, the Bible study group begins piecing together the clues, only to learn that everyone there has a motive for murder. When they discover that a valuable painting has also been stolen from the inn, they know they’re up against an especially cunning evildoer. Determined to bring the culprit to justice and save her mother, Cooper and her friends devise a risky scheme to trap the killer, because even the Bible study group must sometimes work in mysterious ways . . . 

 

Includes heavenly recipes from Magnolia Lee’s kitchen!

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4 reviews
Kristina Anderson
13 December 2020
The Deeds of the Deceitful by Ellery Adams and Tina Radcliffe is the sixth A Hope Street Church Mystery. It can be read as a standalone if you are new to the series or have missed a tale or two. I have enjoyed following the series and getting to know Cooper Lee, the Lee family, and the members of the Sunrise Bible Study. I thought the story was well-written with steady pacing and developed characters. I like that there is a diverse cast of characters in a wide range of ages. Cooper Lee is our protagonist whose engagement recently dissolved. The story begins in June in Virginia close to the day Cooper was to have wed. She is thirty-five years old and is beginning to wonder if the right man is out there for her. It is especially hard with Angela Farmer and her boss, Mr. Farmer deciding to renew their vows on their anniversary. Angela makes Cooper part of the bridal party and Cooper’s sister Ashley becomes the wedding planner. The wedding planning and the event itself add humor to the story. Cooper Lee is a kind soul who will go the extra mile for family and friends. Ashley’s friend, Mindy Atwood has spent her inheritance restoring the historical Atwood Inn. Cooper Lee and her friends of the Sunrise Bible Study get to spend the weekend at the inn for the soft launch. It is the getaway Cooper needs. Unfortunately, Loretta ends dead under suspicious circumstances and Cooper’s mother is at the top of the suspect list along with Mindy Atwood. Cooper is not about to let her mother linger as a person of interest and her friends are quick to offer their assistance. The mystery was a fun one to solve. I had an inkling as to the identity of the guilty party early in the case, but I had no idea as to why. I could not wait to see if I was right. There are several good suspects along with a red herring and helpful clues. This was my favorite mystery of the series. Cooper Lee meets a new fellow at the inn and there is definitely chemistry between them. I hope we get to see more of the charming Chef Eason in future books because he seems to be a good match for Cooper Lee. The ending was a delight. There are recipes for some of Maggie Lee’s baked goods at the end. The Deeds of the Deceitful is an entertaining cozy mystery with a handsome historic inn, a snobbish stepmother, a crafty killer, a purloined painting, wedding renewal woes, and delectable delights.
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Valri Western
10 November 2020
I thoroughly enjoyed this cozy mystery story! I didn't read the previous books in the series so you can read this book as a standalone. I don't read many cozy mysteries but this one was great! I enjoyed the characters very much and the story held my interest very well. I couldn't put it down! The lead character is Cooper Lee and she is part of a bible study group at Hope Street Church. They are invited to stay at a newly renovated historic inn and gives their opinions. While there, a murder occurs a the group decides they are going to solve the case - along with the detective, of course!!! It was supposed to be Cooper's wedding weekend but that was called off so she's dealing with all that emotion, until she starts getting to know the inn's chef, Jon Eason. They were such fun. I LOVED all the characters in this story! Cooper's parents and grandma were such fun and so was her sister! Jon was great too. I highly recommend this fun story!
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Heidi Pergolski
10 November 2020
The Sunrise Bible Study group has a weekend stay at the Atwood Inn, a perfect time to relax and pamper themselves. Unfortunately this leads to stolen artwork and a car accident turned murder. When they are questioned and a friend, as well as Cooper’s mother, become suspects, the Sunrise Bible Study group decides to snoop around. Will they be able to find the person responsible or will that thief find them first? I loved the characters and overall wholesomeness of the story. This was my first in the series but won’t be my last. If you are looking for a wonderful cozy mystery, this is a must read.
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About the author

New York Times bestselling author Ellery Adams grew up on a beach near the Long Island Sound. Having spent her adult life in a series of landlocked towns, she cherishes her memories of open water, violent storms, and the smell of the sea. Her series include the Supper Club Mysteries, the Antiques & Collectibles Mysteries, the Hope Street Church Mysteries, and the Book Retreat Mysteries, among others.


A freelance writer for over twenty years, Tina Radcliffe is an RWA Honor Roll member, a two-time RWA Golden Heart finalist, four-time ACFW Carol Award finalist, and a 2014 ACFW Carol Award winner. She currently resides in Arizona, where she writes fun, heartwarming romance.

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