The Itch of Murder (Izzie Di Sante Mysteries Book 2)
By Christa Nardi
A well-dressed man killed at a demolition site at night in a snow storm.
Izzie Di Sante loves a challenge and the circumstances of Chance Corcoran’s murder sparks her curiosity and her passion for writing about the victims of murder. While managing the day-to-day business of the Italian family restaurant, Izzie searches for answers to many questions. To start with, no one could provide an explanation for the investment analyst to be on the demolition site late at night. There was no obvious link between him and the demolition or the new Elite Townhomes to be built there. So what prompted him to be there?
In the midst of planning the Easter buffet, Izzie takes time to talk to the people he works with as well as Corcoran’s family. But as she uncovers secrets behind the luxury housing development, a vanishing coworker, and a string of suspicious incidents, it’s clear someone doesn’t want her asking questions. Izzie’s juggling her family’s Italian restaurant and an upcoming Easter buffet and searching for answers.
Enjoy this cozy mystery with just the right mix of small town vibes, mystery, action, and a slice of humor.
BOOK REVIEW – READERS’ FAVORITE 2023 FINALIST – MYSTERY – SLEUTH
Reviewed by Bernadette Longu for Readers’ Favorite
The Itch of Murder by Christa Nardi is a fast-moving murder mystery that is solved by ordinary everyday people. It captures the reader’s attention from the opening chapter right to the last one, which leaves the reader wanting more stories about the Di Sante family. It is written in such a way that will make the reader look forward to the next book as the twist in the tale at the end is very interesting and unusual. The characters lead the reader through the story with the ease of people very familiar with the world of solving murders. The main characters are Chloe and Izzie Di Sante and they are surrounded by friends and family, and victims – Chance Corcoran, Henry Jacobs, Kathleen Lucci, Evan Wheeling, Heather, Patrick Channin, Ryan, and many more. They are all part of this fast-moving story.
The author, Christa Nardi, makes good use of her characters and sets the pace of the story, allowing them to guide the reader through the many twists and turns and unexpected happenings in the most normal manner as if it is part of everyday life. Each character has their place in the story and is used to their fullest extent which makes the reader wonder about their lives as well. I found The Itch of Murder: An Izzie Di Sante Mystery to be a very light but delightful read and really enjoyed it. It is a book well worth reading. Thank you for an interesting and unexpected story, Christa; a very good read.
A well-dressed man killed at a demolition site at night in a snow storm.
Izzie Di Sante loves a challenge and the circumstances of Chance Corcoran’s murder sparks her curiosity and her passion for writing about the victims of murder. While managing the day-to-day business of the Italian family restaurant, Izzie searches for answers to many questions. To start with, no one could provide an explanation for the investment analyst to be on the demolition site late at night. There was no obvious link between him and the demolition or the new Elite Townhomes to be built there. So what prompted him to be there?
In the midst of planning the Easter buffet, Izzie takes time to talk to the people he works with as well as Corcoran’s family. But as she uncovers secrets behind the luxury housing development, a vanishing coworker, and a string of suspicious incidents, it’s clear someone doesn’t want her asking questions. Izzie’s juggling her family’s Italian restaurant and an upcoming Easter buffet and searching for answers.
Enjoy this cozy mystery with just the right mix of small town vibes, mystery, action, and a slice of humor.
BOOK REVIEW – READERS’ FAVORITE 2023 FINALIST – MYSTERY – SLEUTH
Reviewed by Bernadette Longu for Readers’ Favorite
The Itch of Murder by Christa Nardi is a fast-moving murder mystery that is solved by ordinary everyday people. It captures the reader’s attention from the opening chapter right to the last one, which leaves the reader wanting more stories about the Di Sante family. It is written in such a way that will make the reader look forward to the next book as the twist in the tale at the end is very interesting and unusual. The characters lead the reader through the story with the ease of people very familiar with the world of solving murders. The main characters are Chloe and Izzie Di Sante and they are surrounded by friends and family, and victims – Chance Corcoran, Henry Jacobs, Kathleen Lucci, Evan Wheeling, Heather, Patrick Channin, Ryan, and many more. They are all part of this fast-moving story.
The author, Christa Nardi, makes good use of her characters and sets the pace of the story, allowing them to guide the reader through the many twists and turns and unexpected happenings in the most normal manner as if it is part of everyday life. Each character has their place in the story and is used to their fullest extent which makes the reader wonder about their lives as well. I found The Itch of Murder: An Izzie Di Sante Mystery to be a very light but delightful read and really enjoyed it. It is a book well worth reading. Thank you for an interesting and unexpected story, Christa; a very good read.