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First Grave on the Right (Charley Davidson, #1)

Darynda Jones
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First Grave on the Right (Charley Davidson, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Darynda Jones

First Grave on the Right (Charley Davidson, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

310

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Albuquerque, New Mexico • 2010s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones follows Charley Davidson, a human who experiences life as a grim reaper and private investigator. Charley aids both the living and the deceased by solving crimes and helping souls transition. Balancing her unique abilities and personal life, she encounters danger, humor, and the supernatural.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

89,510 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones offers a riveting start to a paranormal series, blending humor, romance, and mystery. Readers laud its witty protagonist and engaging plot but note uneven pacing and occasional predictability. Overall, a captivating read for fans of supernatural fiction, though it may not appeal to those seeking a more traditional mystery narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read First Grave on the Right (Charley Davidson, #1)?

Fans of paranormal mysteries and strong, witty heroines will love Darynda Jones' First Grave on the Right. Ideal for readers who enjoy the humor and supernatural intrigue of Janet Evanovich's Wicked Appetite and Charlaine Harris' Dead Until Dark.

4.3

89,510 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

The book "First Grave on the Right" by Darynda Jones won the RITA Award for Best First Book in 2012, recognizing excellence in romance fiction.

Charley Davidson, the main character, is a private investigator and a grim reaper, blending paranormal elements with a detective twist.

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Darynda Jones has mentioned in interviews that one of the inspirations for Charley's character was the humor and unique perspective on life that her own family shared.

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Book Details
Pages

310

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Albuquerque, New Mexico • 2010s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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