New Release! A Death at the Inn by @JoanHallWrites Harbor Pointe Series Book 7 #harborpointeseries #writingcommunity #whattoread

Yay! Happy New Year 🙂 Today is another reason to celebrate—or the release of the seventh book of the Harbor Pointe Series. I am sharing the blurb and my review here today.

Blurb

The Harbor Pointe Inn has loomed on California’s cliffs for generations of Hawthornes. For some, it’s been a blessing. For others, a curse. Travel through two centuries of stories to discover the old inn’s secrets.

Suicide, accident, or murder?

After an argument with her fiancé, up-and-coming actress Leah Myers booked a room at the Harbor Pointe Inn. Near the end of her stay, someone found her body at the bottom of the nearby cliff. The police ruled her death a suicide.

Five years later, four people from Leah’s past visit the inn on the anniversary of her death. Her fiancé, her brother, her psychologist, and her close friend, Adele, who was a guest at Harbor Pointe the night Leah died.

Deputy Brad Sherman, assistant to the lead detective, has always believed something was amiss with the investigation. When he learns Leah’s former acquaintances are staying at the inn, he decides to look at the old case file.

The four guests soon learn each other’s identity and begin to discuss the events leading up to Leah’s demise. But someone doesn’t want them to know the truth. When Adele confesses she is haunted by the possibility she saw something important that fateful night, it puts her in grave danger.

Now it’s a race against time before she becomes the killer’s next victim.

My Review

Leah’s passing was ruled a suicide at Harbor Pointe Inn five years ago. Four people head to the inn on the death anniversary—without each other’s knowledge. Leah’s best friend, Adele, who had been there when it happened, was still trying to make sense of it. Leah’s fiancé, Daryl, carried the guilt of their fight and not going with her, while her psychiatrist, who felt she could have prevented it, was joined by Leah’s grieving brother. Questions are raised as the group slowly gets to know each other. Here, facts surface. Even a local deputy felt the investigation had been rushed. But as they creep closer to the truth, their lives may be in danger. I love a well-written whodunit, and this definitely was that. The group slowly pieces together what happened with the addition of twists and surprises. The imagery and depth of characters added an extra layer to an already good mystery. It kept me guessing until the end. I can easily recommend this murder mystery.

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Joan Hall has always enjoyed reading or listening to stories about inexplicable events, so it’s not surprising she writes mystery and romantic suspense. A lover of classic rock music, songs often serve as the inspiration for her books.

When she’s not writing, Joan likes to observe the night skies, explore old cemeteries, and learn about legends and folklore. She and her husband live in Texas with their two cats. Learn more about Joan at her website, http://JoanHall.net.

Embrace your inner child by reading a great book! D. L. Finn

56 thoughts on “New Release! A Death at the Inn by @JoanHallWrites Harbor Pointe Series Book 7 #harborpointeseries #writingcommunity #whattoread”

  1. I am looking forward to reading this book of the Harbor Pointe series. The blurb and your review sparked my interest.
    Now with the holidays over I hope to get more reading done.

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    1. Thanks, Karen. I know you will enjoy it. Yes, I’m back to regular reading after the holidays. I took a break and read Christmas stories. Happy New Year!

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    1. It is always exciting when the book releases and it is on your Kindle, Noelle:) Happy reading New Year!

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  9. This has been a fun series. I’ve read each one and will pick up Joan’s book today.

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    1. I try not to give anything away in a review, but it’s a good idea to skip it until you read it 🙂 Happy reading and New Year, Colleen!

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      2. Yes, there is lots of excitement for sure and a great new group. Going to be a great year.

  21. I haven’t been able to start this series yet but book 1 is on my Kindle. I can’t wait to dive in!

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  23. Another fab review for Joan’s book. In fact I see great reviews for all these books in the series that I am looking forward to reading. Happy 2024 Denise! Hugs <3

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    1. Thanks, Debby 🙂 I hope you enjoy the series. Happy New Year xo hugs right back to you.

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