Best in the series so far. Lots of developments in the overall plot of the series. Can’t wait to read the next installment.

This is my first Kopp Sisters book to read, so I'm a bit out of order. Still, I was able to follow along just fine. I was fortunate to meet the author at the recent ALA conference, as well as receive an advance copy of this book. The author's explanation about this series, which is based on historical facts, was fascinating. I found this book entertaining if not as exciting as I thought it would be. It was just missing... something which would have made me enjoy it more had it been present.

I'm always a fan of the Constance Kopp/Kopp Sisters series by Amy Stewart... and once a new one is published, I am usually one of the first library patrons to put a copy on hold. I devour them rather quickly; they're just such fun. And - per usual - I appreciate how Stewart does her research and blends real stories (yes, the Kopps and other characters were real people) and fictional speculation of events.

In this book, which is #4 in the series, industrious Deputy Kopp finds her career at the jail in sudden turmoil. Her close friend and employer, Sheriff Heath, is running for congressman, and per usual - the community in Hackensack, despite Constance's successes in the role, still remains skeptical with the notion of a female deputy at the jail. The events of this book also take place right at the advent of WWI, so common theory still held that "a woman's place was in the home", etc. etc. etc., and the uncertainty of war in Europe has everyone on edge. It also sets up Stewart's next book, perhaps, in the series (?)... without revealing too much about the plot, one is left to ponder, what will Constance do next with the war on? In the meantime, she does all manner of very Deputy Kopp-ish actions such as jumping into a raging river to save an escaped convict, as well as trying to rescue a poor woman whose husband sends her to the lunatic asylum every time he has an affair. A fun read, as always. These books are just delightful to me.

Well, I just love this series and this book was great. There was much more tension in the story than the other books. Also, not enough Fleurette or Norma in this book, but I think they'll show up in the next book. Can't wait.

Another solid outing for Constance Kopp - she and her sisters are great characters - each eccentric in their own way but completely accepted by the others as they are.

A bit melancholy this one.... and some echoes of the current political situation:

“A man who does nothing but cast out hate and blame couldn’t possibly be elected to office.” pg 224 (spoiler: he is elected to office.)

And another line about idiots always opening their mouths & having more to say (but cannot re-locate the quote....).

I also found in this instalment of the Kopp series a reminder that women need to establish a network of like-minded women around them; Constance could not have succeeded in several of her efforts without the partnership of lawyer Geraldine and journalist Connie.... a valuable point, still, today.

Will read onward & find out what the indomitable Miss Kopp does next!

I struggled to finish this one, just like the last one. The first two books in this series were excellent but as it continues, it has lost steam and become quite repetitive. I actually think the next book, set during WWI, could be an improvement but I’m wary now.

I love this series, as I've mentioned in the reviews for books 1-3, so I won't go on and on again today. I am docking 1 star for the following deficiencies (in my opinion): needed more Fleurette! After all of her adventure in the previous book, I expected more. The Anna Kaiser storyline. This was great and exemplified Constance's sense of justice but it just kind of sputtered out at the end. More Sheriff Heath. Love him and I hope we haven't seen the last of him!

I love this series and this one was no exception. It's a great novel.

This is the fourth Kopp book and it did not disappoint. I marvel at how much of the story is based on real life events. Quick read and I’m already looking forward to #5.

I truly enjoy the fourth installment of the Kopp Sisters series. The fourth book is just as enjoyable as its predecessors.

"Miss Kopp Just Won't Quit" literally is not a mystery novel but more about what it was like to be a female deputy in a male-dominated environment in the early 1900s. Constance Kopp, the protagonist, was equipped with strength, intelligence, compassion, and many other excellent qualities that made her a top notch officer yet her accomplishments were not always appreciated by those who viewed females were inferior. Whenever Constance solved difficult situations, instead of being acknowledged, she along with those who supported her were attacked severely. And the political culture did not help much. Constance's future as a deputy was at stake.

The focus of "Miss Kopp Just Won't Quit" lies heavily on Constance as a deputy and the election in 1916 hence Norma and Fleurette, the other Kopp sisters, were not mentioned much in this installment. Not having enough Norma's sarcasm and Fleurette's innocent remarks were slight letdowns but overall a highly delectable read. The characters, both major and minor ones, were so well developed. Constance had matured so much as a deputy while Norma took up majority of the domestic tasks without much complains. Even Fleurette had grown so much since her "runaway" that was featured in the third book of the series. The friendship between Constance and her chief was always heartwarming. Their mutual respects for each other and the love of their jobs actually added the bitter-sweetness to this book, especially when the election result was not in their favor at the end.

Excellent writing by Amy Stewart and the rich historical background make reading the series a pure bliss. And much praise to the cover art design. The current cover sums up the courage and determination of Constance who would never quit. And I can't wait to read the next book and see how Constance reinvented herself after her job was brutally taken away from her. When the U.S. was on the brink of the war, I am sure new adventures were waiting for the Kopp sisters.

Thanks Edlweiss and the publisher for granting me the ARC copy for review.