Imagine my delight when I discovered yet another book by Elaine Viets in the Dead End Job series. Murder Between the Covers picks up from where Shop Till You Drop leaves off; after leaving the job at the elite dress shop, Helen found a job as a clerk at a popular local bookstore, Page Turners. She makes friends with a few of her coworkers but cannot stand her boss, who drinks heavily, is a womanizer, and treats his employees poorly.
While the store where she works seems to be making lots of sales, several long time employees are upset by rumors that other stores are closing. It doesn't make a lot of sense to anyone. Then, the boss is found dead--and in Helen's friend Peggy's bed.
Soon, Peggy is in jail and Helen is determined to clear her friend's name.
I loved this book: the interactions with her coworkers is much more enjoyable in this book than the previous one. Helen has also gained more confidence in her abilities to take care of herself and help her friend. Having spent a lot of time in bookstores, I've seen a few people who look like the regulars described in the book, so that added to my enjoyment. Helen's friendships with Margery, Peggy, and Sarah also contribute to the book.
You can find Murder Between the Covers in the Mystery section of the Waterloo Public Library.
c Waterloo Public Library 2009
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