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Thursday, October 17, 2024
Review: A Fresh Brew
A Fresh Brew by Verena DeLucaMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this intro to the series. I’m usually not a big fantasy reader but I enjoyed the concept of a dragon and its protector. The mystery was a parallel story in this case as Hailey tries to work through her grief and transition to her new responsibilities. Once I got used to how the transmitting of silent communication was written it was a fun writing style. The mystery itself was a bit abrupt in some ways but was still plausible and it was probably a realistic representation of an amateur sleuth stumbling through a case
I look forward to reading more about Hailey and Azure.
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Review: Killer on the Court
Killer on the Court by Jessica FletcherMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another good installment in the Murder she wrote series. This one is set at Rockaway and is centers around a family compound and Jessica’s niece It’s a fun vacation one book and a good plot. The guilty party was a bit unexpected and a nice twist on it. The series is generally formulaic but this one was a bit different and enjoyable to read
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Review: Mulled to Death
Mulled to Death by Kate LansingMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Enjoyable mountain setting that seems to peaceful to be the setting for a murder. Who would want to kill the Olympic champion turned resort owner. Someone did and wanted to make sure no one figured out who it was. The ultimate motive and guilty party was quite shocking. I’m notaskier but I must admit after reading this book I’d want to visit this amazing ski resort for pampering and the wonderful views skip the murder though
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Review: Good Day Sunshine with Morning Fog
Good Day Sunshine with Morning Fog by Donna Amis DavisMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
An interesting plot and timeframe. It’s interesting to read a story set in the late 60s. The perspective on the current events such as the Vietnam War and MLK assassination is quite a different approach from most cozy mysteries. The mystery itself was a bit abruptly resolved but did wrap up the different pieces and explained the various motives. Overall a fresh approach to the cozy genre
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Review: The Flatshare
The Flatshare by Beth O'LearyMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
great story of growth more than a rom com
Tiffy is such a quirky fun loving protagonist. It’s fun to read as she and Leon develop a relationship. While there is light and fun moments these characters definitely have some heavy baggage to overcome. The story is well paced with levity offsetting the serious topics the book incorporates. I found a recommendation for this book on SM and am glad I finally moved it off my TBR
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Sunday, October 6, 2024
Review: Mistletoe and Mr. Right
Mistletoe and Mr. Right by Sarah MorgenthalerMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
what an enjoyable book whose characters are quite endearing. the strength of Lana's personality while still showing vulnerability makes her an amazing character. her relationship with Rick is complex but you cannot help but rooting for the 2 of them to make it. I really love reading about the small town and quirky residents of Moose Springs and it makes me want to travel back to Alaska sooner than later. I appreciated this story had characters that were also in the 1st book in the series but is told from Lana and Rick's perspective rather than Zoey and Graham. I wonder who will be featured in the 3rd book. The use of animals as a character component is engaging as well. Who doesn't want to learn about a Santa Moose.
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