The Spellman Series Box Set 1 - 4

The Spellmans #1-4

by Lisa Lutz

This e-book box set features the first four books in Lisa Lutz’s bestselling Spellman series,

·         The Spellman Meet the a family of sleuths for whom eavesdropping is a mandatory skill, locks are meant to be picked, past missteps are never forgotten, and blackmail is the preferred form of communication. The gunshot that set off the race of irresistible and hilarious novels in the Spellman series—The wisecracking Spellmans truly put the "fun" in dysfunctional.

·         Curse of the The knockout sequel to The Spellman Files features the same lovable family chaos—and even more bizarre twists and turns—as Izzy undertakes some recreational surveillance of her own. Nominated for the Edgar Award for Best Novel of 2008.

·         Revenge of the Third in the critically acclaimed series, Revenge of the Spellmans gives us another dose of smart-ass antics and a gut-busting glimpse into the Spellman world. This time, Izzy is not only on the case, but also on the couch—in court-ordered therapy. While Izzy decides whether she wants to stay in the family business, she tends bar and takes on the case of Ernie  Black's not very suspicious wife. 

·         The Spellmans Strike The fourth Spellman novel is packed with the most family drama yet. Izzy finally agrees to take over the family business, and the transition is not a smooth one. This book proves beyond a reasonable doubt that no matter how much Isabel shrinks her head, she will never be able to follow Rule #1: Act Normal.

Genres: Mystery, Fiction

1969 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 6, 2011

About the author

Lisa Lutz is the New York Times bestselling author of the six books in the Spellman series, How to Start a Fire, Heads you Lose (with David Hayward), and the children's book, How to Negotiate Everything (illustrated by Jaime Temairik). Her latest book, The Passenger, a psychological thriller, will be published March 2016 by Simon and Schuster. Lutz has won the Alex award and has been nominated for the Edgar Award for Best Novel.

Although she attended UC Santa Cruz, UC Irvine, the University of Leeds in England, and San Francisco State University, she still does not have a bachelor's degree. Lisa spent most of the 1990s hopping through a string of low-paying odd jobs while writing and rewriting the screenplay Plan B, a mob comedy. After the film was made in 2000, she vowed she would never write another screenplay. Lisa lives in the Hudson Valley, NY.

Reviews

[Amanda Robinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Searching Amazon showed that this series is being lumped in with chicklit mysteries, which I think does them a great disservice. It's somewhat hard to describe the series because while the main character is a private investigator in a family business and there is something approaching a central mystery to be solved over the course of the book, the real draw in the humorous writing style, the human flaws of all, but especially the main, characters, and the bouncing-around approach to narration. Honestly, they're a great read, though not exactly serious reading, and I'm sad to have finished all the books that are currently out.

[Juliann Law · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hilarious, light and fun.

[JC Serrano · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a great set of books to read. Light, fun and super entertaining!

[Sema · Rating 5 out of 5]

Delightful! Though I’m definitely counting this as 4 books if I fall short!

[Aline Soules · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series is a hoot. Set in San Francisco, this is about the Spellman family, a family of private investigators. They spend much of their time investigating each other while also trying to solve actual cases, many of which have unexpected twists and turns. The setting is authentic. The author clearly knows the SF Bay Area personally. There are also some very interesting writing elements, especially for a novel. The author uses footnotes, appendices, text messaging, all sorts of techniques very cleverly and is clearly a fabulous writer.

[Kori · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of those series that becomes progressively funnier (and more realistic, in a way), the Spellman Files delighted both my mother and myself as we read them from year to year. With cases that in no way become too dramatic or unrealistic coupled with amusingly wonderful characters (that also have some depth and mystery) and a pinch of humor, this is one of the funniest mysteries (or just comedies) you could want.

[Stephanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I picked this series for my beach read for this summer. It was a perfect pick. Nothing too heavy. I think the main character, Isabel Spellman, wasn't even the best. It was the quirky surrounding characters and her interactions with them that were so entertaining. Some tender moments even and the crimes were always solved and sometimes even with a little twist. I read the 6 books in the series over a matter of our 3 weeks of travel and such. Very easy.

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I can't wait to read the next book, whether it has been written yet or not, I'm going to give out some 5 stars. For the Spellmans, I loved every book, narrated by the ever-quirky Isabel Spellman who may be hard to understand, but is quite easy to love. As long as she's not MY daughter! Such a fun series!

[Jerry Hardison · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series tells the tale of one of the quirkiest families ever. You'll love them. The parents and three children are seen through the eyes of the older daughter. They run a not-run-of-the-mill detective agency and spend half their time spying on each other. Highly recommend.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved it. The stories took place in San Francisco. The writer rights how I would so I totally understood and followed everything. Really enjoyable! I liked to imagine Rea as Louis from Bob's Burgers.

[Cdelory · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read the four Spellman books in quick succession. They follow the comic antics of the quirky Spellman family who are private detectives living in San Francisco. I love the family dynamics and, though mostly hilarious, they can strike a touching note as well.

[Triss · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adore this series. Isabelle is a bit more than a bit trying, but in any case, I am very fond of each member of this family. And the wonderful geography, fictional as well as not, of San Francisco and Oakland.

[Elizabeth Habersetzer · Rating 4 out of 5]

An absolute riot! Loved them. Wish she'd hurry up and write another one.

[Macey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Funny and quirky with a smart heroine!

[Ruth · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Spellman family has the goofiest family detective agency ever. Start with #1 and read them all!

[Kirstin · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fun, modern, and quirky cozy series.

[Stacie]

Loved this series from start to finish! A must read I it fits your likes for reading material! Never dull, hilarious, written to keep you interested!

[Rhyll · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hilarious. Cant wait for the movies.

[Alesia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Picked these up at a book fair. Janet Evanovich is my guilty pleasure and I read that this series was similar. They are getting progressively funnier.

[Amy Beaudoin · Rating 5 out of 5]

All of these are excellent, loved the characters and storyline. Can't get enough of this family

[Kerri Davidson · Rating 5 out of 5]

hilarious and light mystery; super creative series!

[Laura Eby · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute but not as good as any Janet evanovich books

[Carey Shea · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a pretty funny series of books. It's about a family of crazy private investigators. Very enjoyable.

[Kathryn Hunt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Funniest books I've ever read. Love them!!

[Cora Jeyadame · Rating 4 out of 5]

Surprisingly addictive-like early Evonovich

[Sgmk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Funny and truly entertaining. Great character development

[Cheryle Potterf · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyed the characters, good narrator.

[Francesca · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the Spellman family. I want to spend more time with them. Each character is more fantastic than the next.

[Laura Perez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love these books. The writing is so good, much better than mine in this review. :) The Spellman family is beyond funny and quirky. I wish there could be more Spellman stories.

[Patty · Rating 5 out of 5]

These books are a load of fun. This series is light, engaging, great for a summer read.