One thing I had in mind when I started this book was Jessica Fletcher from the television show and I am pleased to see her here in this book. Having not read any of the other books in the series I only had one Jessica in my mind. In this book Jessica is homebound due…
Cozy Mystery
The Case of the Christie Conspiracy by Kelly Oliver | Book Review
The Case of the Christie Conspiracy is a brilliantly crafted historical cozy mystery that seamlessly blends real-life intrigue with a compelling original storyline. While Agatha Christie’s famous disappearance serves as a fascinating backdrop, the true star of the novel is Eliza Baker, a sharp and unconventional protagonist whose determination and intellect make for an engaging…
Honey Roasted by Cleo Coyle | Book Review
Clare and her ex-husband Matt run a charming coffee shop in New York’s Greenwich Village, but their daily grind takes a bizarre turn when a swarm of bees unexpectedly descends on their café. The NYPD’s beekeeping squad—yes, that’s a real thing—is called in to track the bees back to their source, leading Clare and Matt…
Dashiki by Florence Wetzel | Book Review
I absolutely adored this cozy mystery! While I myself am now a huge jazz fan, I admit I haven’t listened to it much, Florence Wetzel’s passion for jazz shines through. I was immediately transported to a world of collectors and obsessive music lovers. I also really loved that this book takes place in Hoboken of…
Murder at Raven’s Hollow by Louise Marley | Book Review
Human bones are discovered at Raven Hollow, beneath the ruins of the Victorian greenhouse. Believing they are dealing with a cold case D.S. Harriet March and D.I. Ben Taylor find that the trail begins to hit far too close to home for some of the residents of Raven’s Edge village. Initially believe they’re dealing with…
Death at the Old Curiosity Shop by Debbie Young | Book Review
Alice is ready for a fresh start, and the charming Cotswolds seem like the perfect place. After a tough break-up, she’s eager to embrace a minimalist lifestyle, but first, she has to tackle the cluttered old shop that’s part of her new home, Curiosity Cottage. The village expects her to continue running the beloved bric-a-brac…
The Sticky Toffee Pudding Club by Rosie Green | Book Review
Annalise has a lot going on! From being worried about her grandmother’s health to meeting Jensen when she tries to reduce a stray dog but they don’t exchange numbers. Then to top it off she loses her job. Then she he meets Maddy and the café girls, a new adventure begins. Persuaded by her new…
Poison in Piccadilly by Kelly Oliver | Book Review
You can enjoy this book as a standalone story, however you might miss out on some of the personal backstories and character growth. This installment begins with Kitty being found unconscious in the locker room of the Piccadilly Jujitsu Club, while there with a group of suffragettes. After being attacked, she suffers from amnesia and…
A Christmas Murder by Mary Grand | Book Review
Susan has recently found herself single after her husband of forty years left her for another woman. As she adjusts to her new life and embraces her newfound independence, she forms a close bond with Robert, a retired detective. While they are just friends for now, it’s clear that their relationship is heading toward something…
After The Husbands by Gina Cheyne | Book Review
I was completely hooked from page one and found myself needing to uncover how the mysterious events involving shadowy figures in Singapore, some fifty-six years earlier, might tie into the current storyline. The narrative is delivered in the first person by Lady Bumstead, a widow who has outlived four husbands. Lady Bumstead—pronounced ‘Boom-ste-ad’—which reminded me…
