When I open up a Redemption Detective Agency book by Michele Pariza Wacek, I know I will be in for a fun and entertaining adventure. I have loved all of the books in this series and anxiously look forward to spending time with the gang in Redemption. Emily and the quirky gang in Redemption. Emily and the quirky group of ladies are off and running to try to solve the case. There are some twists and turns and, of course, Mildred, Tilde, and Nora are positive the gargoyles in th

I have loved the books in the Carolina Tales series by Susan M. Boyer. She has become one of my favorite authors, and I know I will be in for a treat when I open up a book and get lost in the pages. I enjoy spending time with Hadley in the low country of South Carolina. It was a special treat for Hadley and Liz Talbot, from another series by the author, to join forces to solve the mystery. There is relationship conflict, delightful characters, an intriguing mystery, suspense,

This is the first book I have read in the Tomes & Tea series by Karen Rose Smith. But I will definitely go back and read the first two books and any future books in the series. I love the setting of Valentine’s Day, and the characters are well developed. Of course, there is a murder, and Jazzi is determined to uncover the killer. The mystery is handled well and left me wondering who was guilty until the final reveal. I look forward to spending more time in Belltower Landing,

I have loved the books in the Emma Langley Victorian series by Emily Organ. I cannot wait for the next book to be released. The primary characters, Emma and Penny, are a great crime solving duo. The fact that the story takes place in the 1880s in Victorian London adds a twist. Their investigation uncovers a lot of suspects, and the lady detectives are determined to solve the case. As typically happens during Emma and Penny’s efforts, they uncover a lot of surprising revelatio

I have enjoyed the books I have read in the Amish Candy Shop series by Amanda Flower. I have grown to love the people who make up the community in Harvest, Ohio. Between Bailey and her wedding day festivities; the wine tasting event; and Jethro, the pig, you know you will be in for an adventure in the pages. As happens frequently with Amanda Flower’s books, I was left guessing who was guilty of murder until the end. This is a great read with lots of twists and subplots that w

This is only the second book I have read in the Mystery Bookshop series, but I enjoyed them so much that I plan to go back and read the first nine books. The characters will pull you into the story and the murder mysteries ... yes! there are two murders ... will have you flipping through the pages to figure out who is guilty. Of course, Samantha; her sister, Jenna; her grandmother, Nana Jo; and the senior sleuth gang are determined to solve the cases. I love the aspect of a b

This is the first book I have read in the Crystal Beach series by Karen McSpade. I have, however, read several books in another series she writes. This one was an okay read. And it may have been due to the fact that I jumped in on book #12. The characters ... Sidney and her grandmother, Ada-Mae ... are the headliners for this particular book. John, Sidney’s fiancé, is absent for much of the book which is where the mystery grabs you. I felt like the story dragged on too much.

I have read the fourth and now the fifth book in the Vintage Cookbook series by Ellen. Horn. I have enjoyed them enough that I plan to go back and read the first three books. The author has. Come one of my favorites and I am always excited to get new releases in her different series. The characters are well developed and help pull you into the story. I love the setting of New Orleans. And this book takes place during Mardi Gras which is a bonus. There are twists and turns to

Well, the first book I have read in the Cranberry Cove series by Peg Cochran, I do not think it affected my enjoyment. I fell in love with the characters … Monica, Greg, and especially Teddy. The family and community in Cranberry Cove are so caring and supportive. The murder mystery will pull you into the book and you will enjoy sleuthing with Monica as she attempts to figure out who is guilty. And there are a lot of potential suspects you will meet as you rush through the pa

I have read all but the first two books in the Amish Matchmaking series by Amanda Flower. And those are in my Audible library waiting to enjoy. I have enjoyed this series and the witty dialogue that flows on the pages. The main characters, Lois and Millie, are a delight. Very different personalities but that is what makes it such an entertaining read. The murder mystery was intriguing and I was left hanging until the final reveal. And, of course, Millie’s goats add a bit of e

The synopsis of this book caught my attention and I looked forward to a fun read. There are quirky characters but that was about all that appealed to me. The dialogue … of which there was A LOT!!! … was off-putting. I know the author was attempting to be funny and serious at the same time. But unfortunately, it fell flat for me. There are several positive reviews, so I would recommend you see if it appeals to you. Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur Books for my advanced revi

Easter Egg Murder ~ Lucy Stone # 31.6 A Carole and Poopsie Mystery ~ Easter Egg Murder # 0.5 Death by Another Easter ~ Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails # 18.5 An Eggy Way to Die ~ Knit & Nibble # 12.5 I have loved the books in the Lucy Stone series by Leslie Meier and the Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails series by Lee Hollis. I have never read any of the books in the Knit and Nibbles series by Peggy Ehrhart. However, I enjoyed all three of these mini cozy mysteries. It does h

I am enjoying the books in the Irish Bed & Breakfast series by Lisa Q. Matthews. And the audiobook version is especially delightful with a sprinkling of Irish brogue throughout. The characters are well developed and I have grown to love the Buckley family. Of course there is a murder and Kate is pulled into the investigation. The town of Shamrock, Massachusetts is quaint and the Irish focus is a plus. There are a lot of suspects and the author kept me in the dark until the cu

I have read and loved all of the books in the Cambridge Bookshop series. The book is full of wonderful characters ... some who have been around since the first book and a few new ones who become part of the story in this fifth book. Molly is a delight and I have loved watching how her relationship with Kieran has grown and how his family has accepted her. There are lots of twists and turns and lots of suspects in the murder mystery. The author does a great job of keeping you

I have enjoyed both of the books in the Highland Bookshop series by Jackie Baldwin. I love cozy mysteries ... and especially when they take place in a bakeshop. There are great characters, a delightful location, and an intriguing mystery. You will be pulled into the story and anxious to see what secrets Beth will uncover and what twists and turns the investigation will take. This book makes me want to set off on an adventure in Scotland and find a quaint bookshop in which to

This is the second book I have read in the Nick and Nora series. I have enjoyed them so much that I will definitely go back and read the first six. The characters are richly developed and Nora and her cat investigator sidekick, are great primary characters. The murder mystery will pull you into the story and the constant twists and clues sprinkled throughout the book will keep you flipping the pages to see if Mariah Blackstone is really guilty. There are lots of suspects and

This is the first book I have read in the Exham on Sea series. But I fell in love with the characters and the setting and cannot wait to go back and read earlier books. The setting of this delightful English village had me wishing I could escape there for a vacation. The murder mystery will pull you into the story and clues sprinkled throughout the pages has you anxiously waiting to solve the crime. The author does a great job of building the mystery up with a great cast of c

You are in for a cluckin’ good time when you get lost in the pages of a book in the Food Truck series by Carmela Dutra. And if you have the opportunity to listen to an audiobook version, you will be in a for a real treat. The narrator makes the characters come alive and you will get a glimpse into their personalities. The murder mystery will pull you into the story and the relationship between Beth, her twin brother, Seth, and her BFF, Rylie (who also happens to be Seth’s gir

I absolutely LOVE the books in the Deep Dish series by Mindy Quigley. From the characters to the setting to the murder mystery, you will be drawn into the story and anxiously waiting to see how the case will be solved. Delilah and her gang at the pizzeria are a wonderful sense of community. Their caring for and support of each other while holding each other accountable is heartwarming. I missed Capone in this book. He had a few moments and I still enjoyed seeing the relations

I have enjoyed the books in the Cotswold Curiosity Shop series by Debbie Young. I liked getting to know Alice, Robert, and the many people of Cotswold Village. The actual garden party was so appealing and I would love to be able to attend one in a cozy village in England. Having just returned from a trip there in which we tooted all around the countryside, I could easily envision the setting. The murder mystery will get your attention and clues sprinkled throughout the pages