Today I am reviewing The Ballad of Mrs. Molony (The Hat Book 3) by C.S. Boyack
About the book
Lizzie and the hat are back, and this time they’re chasing vampires across a subculture of America. A pair of rodeo cowboys are holding a woman captive to use like a milk cow since they joined the undead.
The person who put them onto the trail is also a vampire, but he has to be the worst vampire in history. Is he really that pitiful, or is he setting a trap for our heroes? Does the woman even exists? Can Lizzie and the hat find her before she also takes up blood sucking?
Follow Lizzie and the hat as they use their cover band to stalk vamps across the country music scene.
My review for the book June 21st 2021
I have been looking forward to the third book in The Hat series and I was not disappointed. Non-stop action from first to last page and although a short read, it is packed with great writing.
Lizzie, The Hat and the band play some interesting new venues for their gigs, and whilst money is key, finding a missing woman is Lizzie’s priority. They meet some pretty unsavoury characters along the way, and have to keep their eyes peeled for those who have more than a good music and a dance in mind.
Thankfully the versatile Hat uses his enhanced powers to assist the investigation, that is when you can get him away from his online shopping. Thankfully the crime fighting duo are not deterred by the challenges thrown at them, and the author creates some wonderful escapades along the way for them to get their teeth into…
Whilst this is about vampires and things that go bang in the night, it is not macabre and there is a wonderful wry humour running through the narrative.
The characters of Lizzie and the Hat have developed over the books to become a finely honed partnership. With their daring and banter they are gaining a reputation…Batman and Robin with a touch of Laurel and Hardy!
Escapist fantasy at its best.. Try on The Hat and give it a whirl…recommended.
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A selection of other books by C.S. Boyack
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I was born in a town called Elko, Nevada. I like to tell everyone I was born in a small town in the 1940s. I’m not quite that old, but Elko has always been a little behind the times. This gives me a unique perspective of earlier times, and other ways of getting by. Some of this bleeds through into my fiction.
I moved to Idaho right after the turn of the century, and never looked back. My writing career was born here, with access to other writers and critique groups I jumped in with both feet.
I like to write about things that have something unusual. My works are in the realm of science fiction, paranormal, and fantasy. The goal is to entertain you for a few hours. I hope you enjoy the ride.
Thanks for dropping in and I hope you have enjoyed the review for Craig’s terrific book.. thanks Sally.
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A lovely review of this book, Sally. I have it on my TBR.
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Thanks Robbie and some good reading ahead. hugsx
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I adore that Hat. He kills me! Looking forward to diving into this one.
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With you on the hat Sue.. I bought a straw hat for the garden today and I did rather wonder when I put it on!!! hugsx
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Haha! You never know.
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lol.. if you don’t see me around for some time you know what has happened.. off fighting crime…x
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Go get ’em.
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Hope you have a good time with it. Thanks, Sue.
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Fantastic review for Craig’s book Sal. Congrats to Craig for the trifecta in this series ❤
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Thank you so much.
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Pleasure Craig 🙂
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Thanks Debby… much needed escapism..♥
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❤
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Great review, Sally. I have this on my Kindle waiting its turn. Congratulations to Craig,
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Fantastic John and I am sure you will enjoy..hugsx
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Thanks, John. Hope you enjoy it.
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You wrote it, Right?
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I love the comparison Batman and Robin with a touch of Laurel and Hardy. So true! I enjoyed reading it.
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Thanks Judi and for adding your recommendation..x
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Ha ha! Thank you.
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Check out this wonderful review for The Ballad of Mrs. Molony. While you’re there, surf around and get to know this wonderfully supportive blogger.
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So excited that you enjoyed this story. I’ll share the post far and wide.
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Pleasure Craig.. it is up on Goodreads, Bookbub and should be on Amazon UK when cleared.. xx
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Thank you.
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Your review really captured the book’s essence, Sally! It is a great read:)
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Thanks Denise and for adding your boost for the book..hugsx
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Thanks for saying so here.
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Sounds like a great sequel. But I have to read the first two books again, otherwise I will miss the context. But I’m a little faster at reading now. 😉 Thank you for the lovely review, Sally! Enjoy a beautiful evening! xx Michael
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Thanks Michael and one you start reading it will all come back to you…enjoy your evening too..hugsx
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Thats true, Sally! I remember from school. Lol Only texts in Latin and Greece wont come back. 😉 hugsx
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Thanks for sharing Michael..hugsx
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Always with a great pleasure, Sally! Enjoy a wonderful evening! xx Michael
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Thank you for sharing this, Michael.
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Great review for a great story!
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Thanks very much Staci and for your recommendation for the book too..hugs
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Thank you.
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What a fantastic review! I love what you said, Sally, “escapist fantasy at its best!” I totally agree. Congrats to Craig!
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Thanks Jan and always an entertaining read… hugsxx
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I live that. Thanks, Jan.
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This was such a fun story. I’m a fan of all of the Lizzie and the Hat adventures. Congratulations to Craig on your great review, Sally!
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I agree Liz they are easy to read and to get into… great characters and plots.. hugsx
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Thanks for saying so here, Mae.
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A wonderful review, Sally. I’m a fan of the Hat. Craig’s so creative. Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks Diana.. Craig has created a wonderful world to inhabit for a couple of hours away from the nonsense in our own..hugsx
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Thanks for the comment.
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A wonderful review! I enjoy Craig’s books and am currently loving Grinders. Great to see this lovely post for Craig and his Hat book. Thanks for sharing, Sally. Hugs 💕🙂
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Thanks very much Harmony and a wonderful read…♥♥
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Thank you, Harmony.
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