Wrong on so many levels. I've read the stories in the series by Donald Bain, and I love them. He kept true to the TV series as much as possible. After reading Jon Land's version, I wonder if he ever even watched an episode of the show. I'm sure he was trying to put his personal spin on the series now that he has taken over, but some changes cannot be made. Mort Metzger called her Mrs. F, not Jessica! But mostly, Jessica was not a conspiracy theorist! She solved cozy murder mysteries! Really?! I mean, really?! ( )

When her publisher asks Jessica to read a manuscript, she knows Lane Barfield believes it to be the next big thing in publishing. As soon as she begins reading, Jessica realizes her publisher/friend is correct.

Then all evidence of the manuscript vanishes . . . and people with a connection to it begin to die. Can Jessica put the pieces together before she becomes the next victim?

Cabot Cove and its familiar people are all in place as this tightly-woven plot spins out its captivating tale of murder, mayhem, and political intrigue. The characters are just as readers expect them to be; unpretentious Jessica is at her sleuthing best, as intrepid and clever as she’s been in any of her earlier adventures. The book-within-the-book intrigue woven into the telling of the tale is first-rate, unfolding with unexpected twists and turns as it leads to unforeseen revelations. Both fans and newcomers to the series are sure to be delighted with Jessica’s latest adventure. Don’t miss this one!

Highly recommended. ( )

It is always nice to be back visiting with my friend, Jessica Fletcher, and off on another mystery tour.

Thomas Rudd, a fellow author, down on his luck,approached Jessica with his thoughts on why his career has faltered. He blamed their mutual publisher and he wanted to tell her why. He failed to keep their appointment. I think we all know why, don’t we?

A book within a book and I hope Jon Land shared that outcome too. I am as intrigued by the book in the book, as I am the book. 🙂

I love that Jessica gets so into the book, she can’t put it down as she thinks how ridiculous and impossible the storyline. Even though she constantly trashes it, it has grabbed hold of her and won’t let go. Just goes to show, if it’s good enough, page turning entertaining enough, it doesn’t matter the storyline or genre.

OH NO! The book…

Jessica is just as worried as I am, but for a different reason. The book must hold some clue as to why people are dying, but I want to know the ending…of both mysteries.

As the suspense rises, the pace picks up and the lines between fact and fiction blur, actually fiction and fiction, it becomes hard to tell them apart.

Well…Jessica Fletcher and Jon Land outdid themselves. A book in a book, a mystery to die for, a persistent, pesky author that takes her friend police officers, who love her nosiness and her ability to pick at something until the truth is exposed, on another wild ride. All while dodging bullets, a fire and danger around every corner.

I voluntarily reviewed a free copy of Murder She Wrote: Manuscript For Murder by Jon Land.

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In Jon Land’s second installment in the famed Murder She Wrote series, Jessica Fletcher is about to solve, yet, another murder. The story starts with Jessica being told by fellow writer Thomas Rudd that their mutual editor friend and publisher, Lane Barfield, may be stealing money from their accounts.

The next day, Barfield asks for Jessica’s opinion on a manuscript entitled, The Affair. Barfield states that it will be the next big political thriller. It is a confidential manuscript that Barfield is hoping will save his company from bankruptcy. Jessica is supposed to have the only copy, but Rudd has stolen a copy that was on a flash drive after he challenged Barfield about the thieving. Soon, both of the men turn up dead, from what appears to be suicides. Jessica is left to sort out the conundrum of whether the volatile manuscript could be the reason for their deaths.

Jon Land does it again with his new volume in the Jessica Fletcher mystery writer series. In Manuscript for Murder, Jessica is given a modern and more up to date persona as she gets more into technology and goes from Cabot Cove, Maine to New York City and, later, to Washington DC. The President is in danger and Jessica is at her very best as she manages the twists and turns that solving this mystery takes her on.

Fans will love Manuscript for Murder, as it is a compelling and engaging whodunit. If you love cozy mysteries, this will be right up your alley. Readers will be guessing at every turn of the page. This book is unputdownable and will keep all mystery fans up late at night turning the pages quickly to find out what happens next. Filled with action, excitement and intrigue, Jessica, once again, stumbles upon another mystery to be solved. In her capable hands, this murder mystery is puzzling, up to date, irresistible and complete. With plenty of well thought out clues, Jon Land gives readers a run for their money and a challenge for their minds.

Manuscript for Murder hits the ground running and gives readers an entertaining and enjoyable good time. I am a diehard Murder She Wrote fan and Manuscript for Murder has to be at the very top of my list for best sellers. I was drawn in and immersed from the very first chapter right to the eye opening and satisfying finale. Jon Land has been given the privilege and challenge of writing the Murder She Wrote series and he is doing a highly remarkable job. He is an excellent bestselling author and they couldn’t have chosen anyone more worthy of the assignment to carry on this popular magnificent mystery series.

Jessica Fletcher is better than ever. I highly recommend Manuscript for Murder by Jon Land to all mystery and Jessica Fletcher fans and beyond. ( )