Review of Shucked Up
Posted: 01 Jul 2024, 12:09
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Shucked Up" by Leelon Edwards.]
Shucked Up by Leelon Edwards is the third installment in the Mack and Drew series. However, it can be read as a stand-alone. Drew and Mack have been asked to see how the locals of Florida will react to a new mandate on the processing of oysters. Raw oysters carry disease, and this mandate is expected to save lives. However, the seafood industry relies on oysters to turn a profit and maintain their livelihood. When Mack is poisoned, it's up to Drew to find out who is targeting his friend.
The murder mystery in this book is excellent. I thought that Edwards did an amazing job of threading clues throughout the novel without being too obvious. Eagle-eyed readers might be able to solve the case before the big reveal, which can be quite fun. I thought there was a nice balance between unexpected twists and logical clues to follow as I read along.
I also appreciated the secondary plot around Alex. He is a man who follows a strict schedule and is friendly with those in town. He frequents the same establishments on the same days and is known by the workers. He lives a simple life. He lives on his boat and visits the library and the bar. However, one day, his boat is shot because someone doesn't like where he had tied it. Alex is determined to figure out who disturbed his way of life.
Overall, I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. The book was generally well-edited, with only a few minor errors throughout. I enjoyed the general premise of the book and trying to solve the mystery alongside Mack and Drew. The rich setting details brought the book to life, along with the secondary story revolving around Alex. My only dislike is that, at times, the pace slowed a bit. However, this is a minor issue that did not detract from my reading experience. This book is a perfect rainy-day read, and it is a great choice for those who enjoy a murder mystery and a Florida setting. Also, being part of a series, if you enjoyed this one, there is more content to read!
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Shucked Up
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Shucked Up by Leelon Edwards is the third installment in the Mack and Drew series. However, it can be read as a stand-alone. Drew and Mack have been asked to see how the locals of Florida will react to a new mandate on the processing of oysters. Raw oysters carry disease, and this mandate is expected to save lives. However, the seafood industry relies on oysters to turn a profit and maintain their livelihood. When Mack is poisoned, it's up to Drew to find out who is targeting his friend.
The murder mystery in this book is excellent. I thought that Edwards did an amazing job of threading clues throughout the novel without being too obvious. Eagle-eyed readers might be able to solve the case before the big reveal, which can be quite fun. I thought there was a nice balance between unexpected twists and logical clues to follow as I read along.
I also appreciated the secondary plot around Alex. He is a man who follows a strict schedule and is friendly with those in town. He frequents the same establishments on the same days and is known by the workers. He lives a simple life. He lives on his boat and visits the library and the bar. However, one day, his boat is shot because someone doesn't like where he had tied it. Alex is determined to figure out who disturbed his way of life.
Overall, I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. The book was generally well-edited, with only a few minor errors throughout. I enjoyed the general premise of the book and trying to solve the mystery alongside Mack and Drew. The rich setting details brought the book to life, along with the secondary story revolving around Alex. My only dislike is that, at times, the pace slowed a bit. However, this is a minor issue that did not detract from my reading experience. This book is a perfect rainy-day read, and it is a great choice for those who enjoy a murder mystery and a Florida setting. Also, being part of a series, if you enjoyed this one, there is more content to read!
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Shucked Up
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon