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A Bad Day for Sunshine (Sunshine Vicram, #1)

Darynda Jones
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A Bad Day for Sunshine (Sunshine Vicram, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Darynda Jones

A Bad Day for Sunshine (Sunshine Vicram, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Del Sol, New Mexico • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In A Bad Day for Sunshine, Sheriff Sunshine Vicram navigates a new job in small-town Del Sol while dealing with personal challenges and an abduction case. As she settles into her role, she uncovers secrets and confronts past demons, blending mystery and humor.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

27,131 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Darynda Jones' A Bad Day for Sunshine receives mixed reviews. Praised for its quirky characters and engaging humor, the mystery blends well with the small-town charm and witty writing. Some critics, however, note that the plot can be predictable and that character development occasionally feels thin. Overall, it's a delightful read for fans of lighthearted mysteries.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Bad Day for Sunshine (Sunshine Vicram, #1)?

Fans of quirky small-town mysteries and strong female protagonists will delight in A Bad Day for Sunshine by Darynda Jones. Perfect for readers who enjoy Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series or Charlaine Harris's Harper Connelly series, this novel blends humor, suspense, and heartwarming moments seamlessly.

4.3

27,131 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Del Sol, New Mexico • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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