Uncatalogued (Booklovers)

What do you get when you combine a handsome gentleman, a woman who has a life of her own yet time for a gallant hero, and a feisty real-life 17th century lecher? You get Uncatalogued, another glimpse into the dangerous yet romantic world of our favorite bibliophile, Alex Plumtree. Those, like me, who love Ms. Kaewert's series will find some of the same tasty treats in this one. This time we get to live a charming and well-woven parallel between Alex's life and that reflected in the diary of Samuel Pepys. We are lucky enough to learn some fun bits of history along the way, thanks to the author's thorough research that puts us there, whether that be 21st Century Massachusetts or 17th Century Europe. I found it particularly delightful that Alex finally ramps up the healthy relationship he's had all along with Sarah - eh hem - we've been wanting them to take it to the next level. There are thrills and twists to delight, but it may be the wholesome, rich quality to the Plumtree books which makes us avid readers go back for more... over and over. This installment, like the others, leaves me hungry for more of Alex and Sarah. Where's the next book, Ms. Kaewert? We're waiting!

Once again Julie Kaewert brings us back to the world of Bibliomysteries and to the world of publisher Alex Plumtree. Readers of the series who have followed Alex's rise in the world of publishing as well as his blossoming love affair with Sarah will be delighted to see both his career and his personal life on the rise.Uncatalogued begins with Alex and Sarah deciding to elope and get married in America right before their college reunion at Dartmouth. To make things more interesting, Alex's college sweetheart calls to ask him for some advice on some historical papers she may have found in the newly acquired archives. For Alex, the invitation to look for lost and possibly found papers written by Samuel Pepys, 17th-century diarist and friend of the royal family, is too good to pass up as he is one of a select few Pepys scholars. He is also asked by the publishing society he belongs to in England to get these possibly incriminating papers back as they are rumored to contain some not-so-nice royal gossip that could do serious harm to England if it came to light.Fans of this series will not be surprised to read all of the twists and turns that this book contains - Alex and Sarah's near death experiences as well as the fun, historical references - even if the action is somewhat over the top - readers will find it all in good fun. If you pick this or any of Julie Kaewert's "Plumtree" books up and you won't be disappointed, more likely you will be hooked. Alex Plumtree is a bibliophile's dream come true. This is the sixth book in her series and I certainly hope there are many more to come.

Alex Plumtree, owner of Plumtree Publishing in England, is on his way to America to marry his one and only love Sarah Richardson in Nantucket. After a brief honeymoon, the couple plans to visit to Dartmouth College in New Hampshire to participate in the 1986 reunion. The honeymoon is perfect but what comes next has them fighting for their lives. Alex is a bibliophile who is an expert on Samuel Pepyss the diarist. He isn't a hero with super power but in the past his love of literature has gotten him into adventures that could have gotten him killed. Both Sarah and Alex think this is one such adventure because Alex had a hint that there were more papers from the Pepyss diary hidden in Dartmouth. His friend Mattie, also an alumni of the class of '86, calls him in England to tell him that she has knowledge of the Pepyss paper. When they are in the area where the papers are supposed to be, Alex is beaten and tied up and is on the run from people who speak with British accents. UNCATOLOGUED is a fantastic book lovers' mystery because the actions of the characters ring true. The teamwork of the honeymooners seems precise and hooks the audience while serving as an indication that Sarah might have a bigger role in future works. Julie Kaewert is a fabulous writer who appeals to both the American and British amateur sleuth audience.Harriet Klausner