This is the 2nd Anthology of the Cozy Tribe that I have read. I enjoyed reading the short novellas that introduced several new characters to me as well as revisiting some of the series I read in the previous anthology, A Flock of an Alibi The book is available through Kindle Unlimited and is an enjoyable quick read. Since it is an anthology the stories are short reads which makes this a perfect book for reading while at appointments, in car pool lines etc. These stories all center around a vacation theme.
Flint and Steal is my first read of Patty Joy. The story introduced me to Kelly Green who is working as a camp host in a State Park in Missouri for the summer. Here she hooks up with Sheriff Duncan from her hometown to help resolve the mysterious disappearances of items from the campsites of his extended family during their reunion. This book is a wonderful combination of eclectic characters and a glimpse at Romani culture. It definitely intrigues me to read more in the series about .
The series I had previously read was by Verena DeLuca. This story, Axure and the Case of the Rogue Ride, is part of a paranormal series with dragons and their humans they have connections with. Azure and her human, Tona, visit a new amusement park outside San Antonio, TX. Strange occurrences require investigating while Tona is on a day long date at the park's soft opening.
Brittany E Brinegar introduced me to her character, Becky Robinson, from her Hollywood Whodunit series in the story Hitchcock's Perfect Murder. Becky is on vacation with her high school ex and his extended family and finds herself solving a mystery. The book mimics the classic Murder on the Orient Express. I definitely enjoyed this character and her personality and would like to read the series.
Rune Stroud's story, Beaches and Bloody Hands introduced me to Simon, the talking Raven who is the familiar of Autumn. While both are on vacation in Myrtle Beach, they assist in locating a missing elderly woman. Simon is a cheeky character that adds a bit of levity that makes the series enjoyable. I generally am not a huge paranormal reader but this series intrigues me.
Kathryn Mykel's Murder Glazed Over introduced me to Cole and Katherine who are on vacation Alice Springs, WA when they discover a murder victim. They end up helping solve the mystery during their Valentines' getaway. This series seems to be one based up their travels and the mysteries they encounter
Sue Hollowell's Pedicures and Perpetrators has us following Tilly and Fiona to a spa for a relaxing weekend of treatments. Unfortunately their tranquil trip is interrupted by a murder. They need to clear their names so they can return to their everyday lives in Belle Harbor. Their strong friendship engaged me and I look forward to reading more about them in the Belle Harbor series.
All in all this anthology has definitely added books to my TBR list.
A Vacation of Mischief by Verena DeLuca
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
enjoyable anthology
I enjoyed these vacation themed cozy stories. Most of the authors were new to me an have sparked interest in reading their series to learn more about their characters
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