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Liked It “If Stephanie Plum Series and the Fugitive had a baby, you’d get something like “The Escape Diaries: Life and Love on the Lam. This was a fantastically humorous murder mystery. |
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Jimzzz wrote this review Friday, May 17, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Off to a slow start. Didn't start getting good until after the first 100 pages. ”
Jenny wrote this review Wednesday, April 17, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“If Stephanie Plum Series and the Fugitive had a baby, you’d get something like “The Escape Diaries: Life and Love on the Lam. This was a fantastically humorous murder mystery.
Sailon wrote this review Tuesday, February 5, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Wrongly convicted convict, Mazie Maguire, is picked up by a tornado while in prison...kicking into motion Mazie’s unplanned prison break. Desperate to keep her freedom and to prove her innocence Mazie plight is a haphazard trip into a crazy and unbelievably funny adventure. Chased by a crazed plumbing store security guard, surviving a toilet avalanche and being chased by wieners is just of the few of Mazie’s escapades.
A good but not over done love interest, a cult fan club following, great characters, a marvelous plot, very funny antics and a strong mystery make The Escape Diaries and absolutely marvelous book. Don’t miss out on the Mazie Maguire experience.
This copy of The Escape Diaries: Life and Love was given to me by Random House Publishing Group in exchange for an honest review.”
“Review Pending.”
Tracy wrote this review Sunday, January 27, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“The Escape Diaries.......Juliet Rosetti
Pat F. wrote this review Monday, December 10, 2012. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Maizie Maguire is in a Wisconsin prison, for murdering her husband. She has been there for four years. Maizie still insists she 's innocent; no one is listening.
On a hot September day, our heroine is working garden duty. The sky darkens, there is lightning, and the winds become frightening. Before the prison officer can get them inside a tornado rolls through the prison yard. In the confusion, Maizie's on the run. Readers, hold onto your hats, it's going to be a very bumpy ride!
The rest of this crazy , funny story is like being dropped in an amusement park running! there is a harrowing ride in a stolen car, lots of crazy characters, guns, explosions, and a dog. Oh I almost forgot, the police, and a very determined U.S. Marshall.
The one bright spot in this chaos, is when she is rescued by a reporter who actually believes she's innocent! Not to mention, each chapter is a different tip on escaping. We all need to escape at one time or another.
I laughed out loud, cringed, and sighed through this whole novel. It is a very enjoyable read, and I recommend it to anyone who wants a good laugh with their adventure. I am definitely going to read it again because I know I missed parts while I was laughing.
Pat Fordyce
This novel was given to me for an honest review from the publisher.”
“Who would ever think an escape from prison and running for your life while trying to find your husband's real killer could be so funny at times???
Dianne wrote this review Friday, December 14, 2012. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Mazie Maguire was falsely accused, convicted and imprisoned for killing her spoiled Momma's Boy, cheating husband. Not funny, he probably deserved it, anyway. right? Mazie sees an opportunity and escapes prison when a tornado hits and chaos is all around her. Her travels and escapades become the stuff of urban legends as she flees for freedom! She becomes a folk hero in the eyes of America and a thorn in the sides of both law enforcement and the real killers! Her perils and pitfalls to freedom are told through her POV with snark, humor and heart.
Our convict hides in a TV van that is returning to the city. So, she is now in the clear, right? Nope, Ben, a TV cameraman knows she is in the van, says nothing to his partner, being intrigued with her story since she was on trial 4 years prior. Ben becomes her cohort in crime, her savior, her hero and manages to steal her heart along the way with his gentle kindness, wit and brains.
Mazie manages to end up right where everything started in search of the truth, but not until she has stolen cars, bikes, and money, all while getting help from everyone from senior citizens to senior high students, as well as a hot cross-dresser. She even manages to uncover the reason for her husband's murder!
The irreverent way this tale is told by Mazie will have you laughing out loud and cheering for her all the way!
This edition was provided by Netgalley and Random House Publishing in exchange for an honest review. Publish date December 10, 2012”
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