A local murder has everyone abuzz in Salem, Massachusetts. Professor Samuel Bond has been murdered in what appears to be a copycat version of Captain Joseph White’s brutal murder in 1830. Lee Barrett, WICH-TV reporter, is embroiled in the investigation both as a reporter and as a friend of the uncles of the accused murderer. Can Lee, with the help of her aunt and the Angels (think Charlie’s Angels, but elderly) solve this modern-day murder?

MURDER, TAKE TWO is the 10th book in the Witch City Mystery series but can easily be read as a standalone. Carol J. Perry provides enough back story on the characters for new readers to jump right in and enjoy the story line. I particularly like that the historical murder is a real life whodunnit as it adds an air of believability and gives a bit of atmosphere to the fun but sometimes campy aspects of Salem.

I absolutely love the game, Clue, and what a phenomenal surprise to find it used as part of the story! I want to visit with Captain Billy at the Toy Trawler and see what other life-sized games can be played as a role-playing version of Clue seems like pure fun. In fact, Captain Billy practically steals the show with his fun store and creative ingenuity about his store and its products.

MURDER, TAKE TWO is an engaging paranormal-tinged cozy mystery that is perfect for the Halloween season! The characters are a lot of fun and the whole town of Salem, with all things witch-themed, is a joy to visit! Each and every visit I find myself fascinated by yet a different part of the town and I eagerly look forward to more visits. Carol J. Perry’s MURDER, TAKE TWO is a yet another hit in the Witch City Mystery series!