This book started out slowly, at least mystery wise, since it had the hard job of setting up the series as well as solving the mystery. However, the second half included some good twists and turns as well as payoff for the set up. Penn is an interesting main character since she is pricklier than we normally see in a cozy mystery, but the reasons for her behavior as fully explained and understandable. I’m looking forward to seeing some growth from her as the series progresses, and we already see some of that here.
NOTE: I received an ARC of this book.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2017/09/book-review-asking-for-truffle-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2141 KP) rated Sowing Malice in Books
Jul 15, 2020
I was thrilled to see another entry in this great series, and I wasn’t disappointed. The mystery is strong. It starts quickly and there are plenty of twists and turns before we reach the end. The characters continue to be wonderful. We got updates on the series regulars and the new characters were well developed. There’s nothing here that spoils previous books in the series, so you could jump in here, but to fully appreciate the character growth, I do recommend reading the series in order. This series is more of a traditional mystery than a lighter cozy, but as long as you know that going in, you’ll be fine. I definitely recommend this book and the entire series.
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The Plot is Murder
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The small town of North Harbor on the shores of Lake Michigan is about to have a new mystery...
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Alpaca My Bags
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Murder? Romance? Intrigue? The Desert Oasis runs rampant with gossip and secrets. Sweetie Bastard...
Mystery Cozy Mystery
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Millie (22 KP) rated Duck the Halls (Meg Langslow, #16) in Books
Jan 27, 2020
*Although I did receive this book for free through Goodreads First Reads, all of my thoughts and opinions are my own.
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The Honeymoon Homicides (Sydney Riley #10)
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Despite an unforeseen disaster ruining her carefully planned wedding reception, hotelier Sydney...
Cozy Mystery with an edge Female Amateur Sleuth
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Up to No Gouda
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The first in a delicious new culinary cozy series featuring a grilled cheese eatery owner who must...
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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2141 KP) rated Olive and Let Die (Greek to Me Mystery #2) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
This is another fun, fast paced mystery. It did seem to wander a bit at the beginning, but everything comes into play before the climax. The climax is a little different for a cozy, and I thought it worked very well. The characters, old and new, are both really strong. Unfortunately, a few minor editing issues annoyed me, but they didn’t affect the plot or solution to the mystery in any way.
NOTE: I received a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2015/11/book-review-olive-and-let-die-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
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Sue (5 KP) rated Murder at the Art Gallery (Pet Portraits Mystery, #1) in Books
Aug 13, 2018
Georgie is the flirty, bold, and living life to the fullest twin. In contrast, accountant Aleta is more reserved and tries to keep Georgie balanced. It is the combination of their relationship and the hijinks they get themselves into that will keep you reading until the very last page.
This is a cozy mystery at its finest! With fun-loving amateur sleuths, a cast of characters including an ex-husband who is a police detective, and loads of mystery & some comic relief, like me you will want to immediately get the next book in the series.
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Wedding Cake Murder (Hannah Swensen, #19)
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Everyone in Lake Eden, Minnesota, may have had their doubts, but at long last, Hannah Swensen is...
Cozy mystery