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"Bill Stackhouse throws a little humor into Hickory, Dickory. Even though a murder investigation is going on, you have to chuckle at the story's antics. There are a lot of characters you'll have to keep track of. Good guys and bad guys. You'll have to decide [which is which]."

—Lisa
Book Review Cafe

"Hickory, Dickory is a fine small town mystery. Twists and turns galore and subplots that caught my attention from page one made this book a very full and satisfying read while the motley cast of characters has me eager to revisit Peekamoose Heights. Hickory Dickory reminded me at times of a cozy mystery and others of a police procedural and would appeal to readers of either genre."

—Briana Lambert
Timeless Tales Book Reviews

"With it's small town atmosphere and characters, which include McAvoy's police force and the locals, the story resembles a village version of an 87th Precinct police procedural with a little bit of Agatha Christie thrown in. I very much enjoyed Hickory, Dickory and await the release of Bill Stackhouse's next book!"

—Peter K. Ackerman
iloveamysterynewsletter.com

"... the outlandish, oddball, rural characters that populate Stackhouse's stories are likable and believable. The plot is well thought out and unique with lots of action. There are twists and turns and an ending that catches you by surprise."

—Beverly J. Rowe
MyShelf.com

"... the book is a pleasure. Stackhouse has a sly sense of humor, a good feeling for characters, and a decent sense of plot. Future books by him are anticipated, while the current one is recommended."

—Mary A. Axford
ReviewingTheEvidence.com

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