Rachel´s Random Resources: Twenty-Six Years Living a Lie by Gina Cheyne

 

Cecily celebrates passionately her third year of marriage with her beloved, but who would know that it will be the last? After the sudden death of her husband, a son is born, Charlie. Twenty-Six years after, together with his uncle, his father´s twin, he takes a DNA test with shocking results, for Cecily as well. Her last resort is SeeMs Detective agency, that is tasked with the mission to solve this painful situation.

There are some characters and turn of events that I really enjoyed. The intriguing family mystery and their deep-hidden secrets kept my attention awake. I´ve had my own doubts about some of the characters, and the key of this drama, however the ending surprised me in a very good way.  

The suspense built fast, and so is the tension, which is counter at times by humorous episodes. Humour is hard to take it seriously in a crime book, but in this case the author chose the right sequence to allow it. 

The book is part of the SeeMs Detective series - like another book I´ve reviewed on my blog one year ago - but it can also be read as a standalone. I am definitely interested in further exploring the series.

Twenty-Six Years Living a Lie is a cosy mystery that promises and delivers. A recommended weekend read or a relaxing evening week read, that guarantees a pleasant mystery experience.

Rating: 3.5 stars

Disclaimer: Book offered as part of the book tour but the opinions are, as usual, my own