Book #2 in the Double Feature Mystery series is just as much fun as the first installment, if not more so. A clever plot with theater owner Elliot Freed hosting a legendary comedy duo - now elderly men - in a special performance before a showing of one of their classic comedy movies at Elliot's theater.My one criticism is that Chapter 1 starts off a little slow, and it's helpful to have read the first book in the series, "Some Like It Hot-Buttered," in order to keep the parade of characters straight. Other than that, though, I loved everything from the hilarious dialogue to the rich characterization. I can't say enough about Jeffrey Cohen as a writer in the cozy mystery genre. His work is such a refreshing change from the barrage of bakery/catering sleuths who give us better recipes than writing quality. Elliott Freed is showing something unusual at his comedy theatre - a splatter western that his projectionist made. The film disappears and Anthony is convinced he took it. Meanwhile, he learns one of his comedy idols lives nearby and he arranges a showing of his film. To his surprise, both of the comedy duo show up. Only he finds a 50 year old murder mystery and can't not investigate.Wlliott is fun. And he stubborness in the face of common sense at times leads to some dangerous adventures. But it is a fun ride!
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Continuing likable. The character pushes suspension of disbelief too far.
—sammybeauvais
Still good with humor to it but not as good as the first one
—Audge88
Loving this series! Jeffrey Cohen is friggin hilarious!!
—Rabee
