Lessons in Murder by Claire McNab

Lessons in Murder by Claire McNab

First Published: Naiad Press, 1988 / Reprint: Bella Books, 2004

Overview: Inspector Carol Aston is tall, blond, leggy and falling in love with the prime suspect in the death of a murdered teacher, the ravishing red-head Sybil. Will her emotions prevent her from solving the case?

My Reaction: You might notice that this is the second Claire McNab book I’ve reviewed in a row, but I have a good reason for it, I promise (that is, if writing a rather large paper for a graduate seminar counts). Like Murder Undercover, this book is short, fluffy and extremely entertaining, just what I need to take my mind off the stresses of school work. McNab certainly likes her women Australian, sexy and blond, but who are we to complain when they kick ass too? The cover promises that this is a “compelling, erotic tale of jealousy and murder” which perfectly sums up the book’s appeal.  Plus, if you get hooked, there are at least 16 more titles in the series. Even though they are short, there’s plenty to keep you entertained. 

The Carol Ashton Series:

Lessons In Murder (1988)
Fatal Reunion (1989)
Death Down Under (1989)
Cop Out (1991)
Dead Certain (1992)
Body Guard (1994)
Double Bluff (1995)
Inner Circle (1996)
Chain Letter (1997)
Past Due (1998)
Set Up (1999)
Under Suspicion (2000)
Death Club (2001)
Accidental Murder (2002)
Blood Link (2003)
Fall Guy (2004)
Lethal Care (2012)