Fortune Hunter (Miss Fortune Mysteries Book 8)

Fortune, Ida Belle, and Gertie are looking into a scam that is bilking lonely old women out of their money. Since this person seems to know exactly who to target in Sinful, Fortune is convinced this con artist is someone local. When a well-respected member of the community is killed, Fortune and the gang are certain there is a connection between the murder and the scam, and they set out to prove it.Fortune Hunter by Jana DeLeon is a terrific addition to an extremely entertaining series. This is the eighth book in the Miss Fortune Mystery series. Since Carter now knows who she really is, Fortune is able to do what needs to be done without making the usual excuses to him. Fortune finds herself doing a great deal of soul-searching in this book. She doesn’t know what the future holds for her, but she knows she has changed since moving to Sinful. As always, there are laughs to be had (Gertie is such a character!), but there are also some truly touching scenes. I loved the conversation she had with Walter, and when she and Carter were talking, I was holding my breath.This is one of my favorite series. Ms. DeLeon has created a wonderfully endearing cast of characters. I can’t wait for the next book. I hope summer in Sinful never ends. Happy reading!

This series of books about Fortune Reading, CIA Agent hiding from an International Killer, MUST be read in order! And after the last book (Hurricane Force) I was anxious to find out if Carter and Fortune can patch things up or if they go their separate ways. (I eventually got an answer, but it took awhile!) Once again Fortune, Gertie, and Ida Belle try to take on the problems of Sinful, LA and solve them before Carter has a chance. All bets are off now since Carter knows who the three women really are-or aren't! Despite their abilities, he asks them to stay out of the current murder and computer catfishing scheme. Of course telling those three to stay out of something just insures their involvement at the maximum level.I am thankful Gertie and Ida Belle must have always had high calcium intakes, because as many times as they fall, amazingly few bones are ever broken. I'm also glad Gertie is a good cook, otherwise I seriously wonder if Ida Belle and Fortune would have serious vitamin deficiencies! One thing for sure about the series and this newest book, you will find plenty to laugh about.Jana DeLeon has done it again, and she can't write fast enough to suit me. Love her books and her writing style! Treat yourself to this book-or series-and settle in to enjoy how even bad situations with surprising resolutions can be fun!

Another great book in the series!!! Love these books!!! I am always waiting for the next one. This one was more insightful then the last about Fortunes future. I am not looking forward to the end of this series :(. Hopefully the summer will continue for a long while. This was another funny book with Ida Bell and Gerty. I was very glad Jana gave Fortune a strong voice with Carter this time high five on that. Fortune is tough and it's nice to see her get to be herself more. I can't wait for the next one!

After finding the Mudbug series, and reading them all... I was in love with Ms. DeLeon. So of course I looked for her other books. Reading the Sinful series.. well, you will not be disappointed. This is the eighth book in the series and they keep getting better. Fortune is a well crafted character, along with her sidekicks and love interest. This is a series that I keep going back to because it has it all. Action. Mystery. Love. Friendship. Self discovery. And, in my opinion, the best of all, growth. Many books will have a few good characters but they are so single faceted. The books may have a rhythm but no growth. DeLeon is a wonderful author with fresh ideas, even eight books in. My only complaint, even with two books a year, is that they don't come fast enough for me.This book starts with heartbreak ( read 1-7), soaks up friendship, finds a mystery, then another, some action... catfishing and murder.. what a combo! It really shouldn't work, but DeLeon does it with grace and really really good writing. Read the series, you won't be disappointed!! Can't wait for the next one!!!

You know when I read reviews where the person says oh I just love this writer, I tend to not listen and read other reviews but with this author I can honestly say I love her. Reading this series is always hard for me because I'm eating the book up and looking down at my kindle where it shows the percentage of the book I have read. I race along wanting to know what happen and hating that it is going to end. Also, I know most people use The Stephanie Plum novels as the first reference for humorous mysteries but I laugh more reading these books than any other I have ever read. It truly is a rare gift. Ann George had it and I think Lauren Carr has it but I wish more did because nothing brightens the day more than a good book that makes you laugh. I've read so many that think what they are writing is funny but really the author is trying too hard but Jana Deleon hits just the right things that are hilarious. Bring on the next one I will be waiting.

Before anyone jumps on me for four stars let me explain. This book deserves five stars if you are not already invested in the series. Seriously anything Jana Deleon writes is gold, however we didn't see nearly much action or comedy. And what is a Miss Fortune book without a comedic outbreak with Gertie? She was present and did her thing but not nearly as extreme as usual. I get it Fortune is going through a lot and it set the tone of the book, however I miss the craziness that goes on in Sinful. I am still heartbroken over Carter! None the less this is a series that should remain at the very top of your to be read list. My favorite series of all time and there isn't a book I haven't read by Jana Deleon. I have loved every single one of them!

A lovely woman, Gail devoted her whole life to working for a charity set up to help disabled people she was even married to a man in a wheelchair. Why would anybody target a woman so nice for murder, that's the question facing Fortune, Gertie and Ida Belle this time round. Then there's also the conman who is swindling lonely single women on the internet so no time to take it easy. After the revelations of the last book things are pretty tense between Fortune and Carter, she understands why but never before has a man ever mattered enough to hurt her like this. So goes the latest instalment in the Sinful series, these books keep getting better and better Fortune is growing and changing, her relationships with the people of Sinful are deepening and she finds herself putting down roots, what she will do when the situation with Ahmad is resolved is something which is on her mind a lot as for the first time in a long time she has people she cares about and who care about her. Can't wait to see where the story goes next, one things for sure it's going to be a thrilling time.

Another amazing book in the miss fortune series !! From the first page till the last, this book keeps you on your toes. If you love action and mystery mixed with a little romance and a whole load of laughs then this is the series for you !! I can’t wait to read what’s still to come in this fantastic series !!

A great story which is topical with I twist love it as usual . It had lots of characters so you could not work out who could be trusted. A few funny bits, not as many funny situations as the other books but a killer in a small community isn't funny it's personal. Sinful wad finding hard to deal with. I gave it five because it was well written a great story and the ending makes you want to know what Fortune is going to do next

Another amazing book in this series by one of my favourite authors. I have just started reading another series of hers and once again I am hooked. I laugh so much and out loud (my dog thinks I am crazy).Love all of her characters but Ida Belle and Gertie are the best, their escapades are hilarious and the way she writes, when I read my imagination just runs wild.Looking forward to more of Miss Fortune series and any other by this very talented lady.Thank you Jana Deleon :)

I so enjoy these books. Ida Belle and Gertie are such good fun, though in Book 8 the madcap humour was toned down a bit which is why I've only given it four instead of five stars. Will Carter and Fortune get together? Most likely they will but I shall enjoy finding out.I think it's quite obvious, too, where Fortune will put her skills to good use.