Body Movers by Stephanie Bond
Body Movers is the first book in the Body Movers series by Stephanie Bond. The story takes place in Atlantia, GA and focuses on Carlotta Wren, who is in her later 20’s, and her younger brother, Wesley Wren, recently graduated from school. They were “silver spoon” kids leading the “good life” with unlimited possibilities ahead of them until their parents got caught in a white-collar crime and skipped bail, leaving them to fend for themselves.
Carlotta’s life changed in an instant and her future dreams of a college education evaporated. Instead of starting college in the fall she instead takes a job at Neiman Marcus, determined to create a life for her and Wesley.
Wesley is a good guy but has a gambling problem that puts him and Carlotta in danger with loan sharks and their henchmen who don’t hesitate to visit when they attempt to collect payment. Wesley tries to make things right and get back on track by taking a job picking up and moving dead bodies. He establishes a mentor /mentee relationship with his boss Coop Craft who tries to help him make good decisions.
The book provides plenty of unexpected, wacky plot twists that range from romance to murder to comedy.
Did you know that there are real life body movers? Check out Mortician Macie’s video on YouTube to learn more about what things are like in a day in the life of a funeral assistant.
Body Movers is categorized as a cozy mystery, which means that it is a light read that allows you to sit back and enjoy without having to do a lot of thinking. With a resourceful, unique female lead with a comedic flair, this series is similar to books written by Janet Evanovich (like her Stephanie Plum series), and Nancy Martin’s Blackbird Sisters Mysteries.
The reviews from readers about Body Movers are all over the board, so you should read it yourself to determine where you think it falls in the 5 star ratings.
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What’s the most unexpected job you’ve found yourself doing to help support yourself and/or your family?
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