This 8th installment of the Bread Shop mysteries by Winnie Archer evoked images of a nice early summer day in a coastal Ca town. I welcomed this imagery as I was struggling through the glum March days in Chicagoland. Bread Over Troubled Water is a fun read where the reader learns more about Ivy and her friends. Particular detail regarding Olaya's family is at the center of this book. The mystery is well constructed and it is hard not to find your mouth watering, whether it is from the bread shop delicacy descriptions or the yummy offerings at Miguel's family restaurant. Archer does a wonderful job of making the reader feel like a member of the extended family. I cannot wait to read more about Ivy and Miguel's upcoming nuptials.
Bread Over Troubled Water by Winnie Archer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The magic of the bakery is always engaging and brings a warmth to me when I read this series. This latest adventure finds Ivy trying to clear the name of Marina. As Okaya sister, she is like family to Ivy. The story of Josh’s life is full of lies and deception and it would be easy to have just ignored his death as an unlikeable man. But Ivy is determined to figure out who is guilty among the plenty of suspects. The mystery is well constructed and carb lovers will find themselves craving bread. I especially enjoy the way cultural traditions are incorporated in the story.
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