Review: Mayhem in the Mediterranean

Mayhem in the Mediterranean by Cheryl Dougan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

fun series centered on cruising

This is a fun series perfect for the armchair traveler. If you like cruising it’s an added bonus. This book combines a mystery with details about Italy’s famous cities and landmarks. These cozies are great for readers who don’t want a death at the center of their stories

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Review: Chocolate Cherry Cheater

Chocolate Cherry Cheater by Jennifer Joy
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

always a fun time

Even when investigating murders there’s fun and laughter around Jessica and her co-conspirators. Abuelita and Tia Rosa are up to more antics and the reader has a chance to read about some more of Ecuadors beauty at the caldera. Thus series is fun and well thought out with great characters

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Review: Five Furry Familiars

Five Furry Familiars by Lynn Cahoon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable read full of furry animals. Each book teaches the reader more about the coven and the life of witches. The mystery was a good plot and definitely bonded Mia with Christina’s family again. Mia and Trent’s relationship moves along and discussions of the future take shape as well. Looking forward to the next book.

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Review: Five Found Dead

Five Found Dead by Sulari Gentill
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book which paid homage to some of the classics set on the orient express. The characters were engaging and unique. There was plenty to keep the reader guessing in a book in classic setting with a modern flair

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Review: Murder and Grits: The Complete Savory Mystery Series Collection

Murder and Grits: The Complete Savory Mystery Series Collection by Karen McSpade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A fun cast of characters. Join Piper and her quirky pals as they work through a series of crimes in small town Savory, AL. This is a compilation of books that tell a continuous story. It has some hilarious moments during the crime fighting. It has the requisite sexual and professional tension with the good looking sheriff. I look forward to reading more of Piper’s adventures

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Review: Buckeye

Buckeye by Patrick Ryan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

intense emotional ride

This book has a lot to unwrap. There are characters to love and those you can’t help but be very angry with. It’s almost like reading a book about what could be one’s own life. I’d imagine most readers can find a bit of their lives in this saga. It’s also interesting to draw correlations between 2026 and many of the times in history that are addressed in this book. It gives hope that all will be ok and the country will grow and heal again just like it has in the past. Just like the characters do too

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Review: Much Ado about Nutmeg

Much Ado about Nutmeg by Sarah Fox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Marley finds herself mixed up in another murder investigation as the Senior games come to town. Between that investigation and her wedding plans she’s quite busy. This book is full of suspects and the reader will be as perplexed as Marley trying to figure out who committed the crimes. The ending was quite dramatic and a bit unexpected

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Review: Elementary, She Read

Elementary, She Read by Vicki Delany
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An intersection and quirky MC, Gemma, uses her extreme attention to detail to help solve a murder. She’s very much a female Sherlock but doesn’t necessarily see the parallels. The mystery is well structured and is solved by reviewing the facts ultimately to reach a conclusion. The hero of the confrontation is an unlikely candidate and one the reader is rooting against in some ways. The relationship tension is a subplot in the story for sure.

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Review: Candy Corruption

Candy Corruption by C.A. Phipps
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This cozy centers around 3 sisters and their growing relationship with Betty. Scarlett, Violet and Ruby are continuing to run the cafe their mother left them but still continue to get ahead. Betty needs a job and is quickly welcomed into the girls’ inner circle. When Betty is threatened Scarlett is determined to help despite putting herself in danger. As the story unfolds the seriousness of the situation escalated. A good mystery with some hints along the way for attentive readers to figure it out. As is often the case money and love play a central role in the characters lives

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Review: Dog Gone Troubles

Dog Gone Troubles by Karen McSpade
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Clever premise with a unique plot and quirky characters. Sidney’s clumsiness makes her endearing if a bit flighty seeming. After reading this prequel I am looking forward to trying the series. Good for fans of magic spells and endearing characters

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Review: Read on Arrival

Read on Arrival by Nora Page
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The characters on this story really help to set it apart from other cozy mysteries. The MC is a retiree aged woman who is still working bc she loves what she does. Her nosiness gets her mixed up in murder investigations and puts her in harms way. The book mobile is a fun feature as are her Southern manners and ways. Looking forward to reading more about Cleo’s adventures

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Review: Something Read, Something Dead

Something Read, Something Dead by Eva Gates
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A twist here and there keeps the reader on their toes. Family can truly be annoying and Josie’s is no exception. While planning her wedding Josie and Lucy find themselves in a death investigation. At first there appear to be no suspects but when looking at motives they start to surface. A good book with do
E pleasant turn of events and glimpses at the good side of some recurring ( and previously annoying) characters

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Review: Discovery in Great Sand Dunes National Park

Discovery in Great Sand Dunes National Park by Aaron Johnson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Enjoyable read. Great for people that like mysteries/ mild thrillers and reading about outdoor adventures. Enjoyable for an adult even though middle grade book

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