Photo Finished - (A Snapshot of NYC Mystery) by Christin Brecher (Paperback)
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- "A twisty-turny, witty and wonderful, mysterious romp through New York City that was a pure delight to read.
- About the Author: Christin Brecher is the author of the Shapshot of NYC Mysteries and the Nantucket Candle Maker Mystery Series.
- 272 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Mystery & Detective
- Series Name: A Snapshot of NYC Mystery
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"A twisty-turny, witty and wonderful, mysterious romp through New York City that was a pure delight to read." --New York Times bestselling author Jenn McKinlay "Brecher has a winner with this new series that will delight cozy mystery readers!" --Abby Collette, author of A Killer Sundae The first in Christin Brecher's new cozy mystery promises photo taking fun--and satisfying sleuthing--when Liv Spyer, a bright-eyed aspiring young photographer trying to make her dreams come true in New York City must develop her keen eye to solve a murder and save her career! While some people escape into books or music, Liv Spyers escapes through her camera's lens, which inspires her to jump into things she might otherwise have no business tackling--like moving to New York City. Hustling to make her dreams come true as a portrait photographer, she runs a pocket-sized studio below her grandparents' West Village brownstone and key shop, where she also lives and works part-time. All of which still has her down to the end of her savings as the holidays approach. Everything changes in a flash, however, when elite events photographer, Regina Montague, invites Liv to shoot with her at New York City's most exclusive socialite event of the year--the Holiday Debutante Ball! Liv snaps at the opportunity, convinced that a job with Regina will launch her career. But when her fabulous new gig ends with the murder of billionaire Charlie Archibald, her dream job may never develop with Regina framed for murder. Once Liv begins to focus on her photos from the ball, she's convinced they reveal Charlie Archibald's real killer. Now, between cracking the world of high society--and the attentions of a handsome stranger--Liv must hustle once again to expose the killer...before she gets cropped from the picture!Review Quotes
Praise for Photo Finished "A cozy with a keen eye. With the click of a shutter, we're off to solve a whodunit that is clever with twists and turns galore. Brecher has a winner with this new series that will delight cozy mystery readers!" --Abby Collette, author of A Killer Sundae "From F-stops to the F-train, Liv's expert eye makes her the ultimate cozy detective in Christin Brecher's Photo Finished. Photographer Liv Spyers and her trusty camera lens charms readers (and the NYC elite) without ever losing focus on the investigation. Expert composition and timing culminates in a portrait of a complex mystery!" --Olivia Blacke, author of the Brooklyn Murder Mysteries "Brecher pens a twisty-turny, witty and wonderful, mysterious romp through New York City that was a pure delight to read. Liv Spyers is the sassy and warmhearted amateur sleuth we'd all like to be, and it's a pleasure to join her as she follows the clues through her sharp-eyed photographer's lens. Highly recommend this mystery, which is sure to please." --New York Times bestselling author Jenn McKinlay
About the Author
Christin Brecher is the author of the Shapshot of NYC Mysteries and the Nantucket Candle Maker Mystery Series. Born and raised in New York City, she lived in London, Connecticut, and Massachusetts before moving back to the city that will always have her heart. She previously worked in television production at the A&E Network, HBO and PBS before moving into business development and marketing at Time Incorporated. Visit her online at ChristinBrecher.com.Dimensions (Overall): 8.1 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: .55 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 272
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Mystery & Detective
Series Title: A Snapshot of NYC Mystery
Publisher: Kensington Cozies
Format: Paperback
Author: Christin Brecher
Language: English
Street Date: October 25, 2022
TCIN: 85910587
UPC: 9781496738813
Item Number (DPCI): 247-20-4087
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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- 2 years ago
Photo Finished by Christin Brecher is the debut of A Snapshot of NYC Mysteries. Liv Spyers has just opened a photography studio in New York City under her grandparents locksmithing store. Liv gets a big break when photographer Regina Montague comes needing a key. Liv overhears Regina complaining about a photographer who quit at the last minute. Liv gets hired to take photographs at the Holiday Debutante Ball. Unfortunately, the evening ends with billionaire Charles Archibald dead and Regina the prime suspect. Liv does not believe that Regina killed Charles despite how it looked at the time. Liv uses her keen eye for detail to help her focus in on the killer. Photo Finished is a cute story. Liv Spyers is an acquired taste (she grows on you). We get to learn more about Liv as the story progresses. Also, Liv’s personality comes alive as we delve deeper into the story. I like her lively and friendly Italian family. Her grandmother is a dear. The mystery was interesting. It was complex in some ways yet simple in another. There are a number of suspects who were present at the ball. Liv actively investigates the whodunit. She asked questions, looks over her photographs, and searched for clues. I enjoyed the tension filled reveal. I like how everything tied together (the clues are there throughout the book, but the trick is to spot them). Liv had help from her new friend, Harry. There is a smidgeon of romance in the story. I am glad that the author kept it to a minimum in this first installment. We get to meet some other interesting characters that include Bernie and Manjeet. There is mild foul language (it was kept to a minimum). The author did a good job at setting the stage in Photo Finished. It will be interesting to see what Liv stumbles into next time. Photo Finished is a snappy whodunit with a lost camera case, a big break, a clothing calamity, the body of a billionaire, a fixated detective, a helpful Harry, and a photo finish.