Reel Murder

Reel Murder by Mary Kennedy is the 2nd book in the Talk Radio series and was another intriguing cozy mystery. I really enjoy this series and each one gets better as I read. I like Maggie and feel like I got to know her much better in this second book. I love Vera Mae. Her snarky attitude makes me laugh each time she appears. Her mother, Lola, is quirky and definitely over the top when it comes to her career and her stories regarding Hollywood. I enjoyed the references to different movies and celebrities that pop up when Lola makes an appearance. I also found the background information of how movies are made to be fascinating. I do confess that I wish Maggie would stand up more for herself with Rick about her profession and forensic psychology. I get that he's handsome and drool-worthy but her former profession shouldn't be slighted by him. Ms. Kennedy would you please have Maggie take him down a peg or two? The mystery was quickly paced and there were a few twists; but I did catch on to who the killer might be before Maggie. However, I wasn't clear on the "why" until the reveal. Since I am so late starting this series, I've already got book #3 lined up and ready to go.