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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2536 KP) rated Fatal Sign-Off in Books

Aug 27, 2025  
Fatal Sign-Off
Fatal Sign-Off
Sarah E. Burr | 2025 | Mystery
9
9.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Local Podcaster Signs Off for Good
It’s been a mostly quiet few months for Winnie Lark in the small town of Copper Bay. The drama in town involves Milton Mulligan who has started a podcast that trashes local businesses. So, when he is poisoned, the question is who didn’t have a motive. With some of Winnie’s family and friends on the suspect list, she can’t help but investigate Milton’s death. Will she uncover the culprit?

I fell in love with these characters in the earlier books of the series, so I was anxious to revisit them again. It was like meeting up with old friends, and I enjoyed the growth we saw in many of their relationships. The mystery is well paced with plenty of red herrings and twists. But the climax left me impressed with how things had been planned out. I did have to roll my eyes at how some political issues were put into the book in a way that felt unnecessary and forced to me. On the other hand, I loved the references to other books, especially cozy mysteries. If you love cozy mysteries, you need to pick up this series.
  
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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2536 KP) rated The Homicide Hustle: A Ballroom Dance Mystery in Books

Mar 9, 2018  
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The Homicide Hustle: A Ballroom Dance Mystery
Ella Barrick | 2013
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
The reality TV competition Ballroom with the B-Listers has hit DC, and Graysin Motion is one of the featured studios. But when one of the show's producers dies, Stacy begins digging around to find the killer. The characters and plot are a little light even for a cozy, but the story comes together well at the end. Anyone with an interest in ballroom dance will certainly enjoy it.

My full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-homicide-hustle-by-ella.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
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Erika Kehlet (21 KP) rated Cat Got Your Diamonds (Kitty Couture Mystery #1) in Books

Feb 21, 2018  
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Cat Got Your Diamonds (Kitty Couture Mystery #1)
Julie Chase | 2016
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Cat Got Your Diamonds is an excellent start to the new Kitty Couture Mystery series. Lacy is funny, clever heroine, and I really enjoyed reading about her exploits. After encountering an intruder in her shop after hours, Lacy goes to get the police only to return with them and find the intruder dead. Finding herself suspected of murder, Lacy does just what we would expect of her. She decides to investigate.

With a great sense of humor and an interesting supporting cast, animal lovers, cozy lovers, and just about anyone else should love this book.
  
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bre (180 KP) rated Powdered Murder in Books

Jun 25, 2018 (Updated Jun 25, 2018)  
Powdered Murder
Powdered Murder
A. Gardner | 2015 | Mystery, Romance
8
7.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
A. Gardner's first published book was also my first cozy mystery to read. The writing kept me hooked from start to finish, and I never would have guessed who the killer was from the start! The 'clues' presented kept the plot intriguing and the subtle touch of romance added a little touch that made it even more enjoyable to read. No violence or gore, with just a touch of suspense to keep you reading on. All in all, a great read for an introduction to a new genre.
  
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David Lowery recommended Joe Pera Takes You to Breakfast (12) in Movies (curated)

 
Joe Pera Takes You to Breakfast (12)
Joe Pera Takes You to Breakfast (12)
12 | Animation, Comedy
(0 Ratings)
Movie Favorite

"I’m cheating again, because this isn’t a movie at all. It’s an episode of an Adult Swim show, and I’ve watched it more than anything else this year. It’s only ten or twelve minutes and it leaves me feeling like I’m a better person. It is warm and cozy and fills me with compassion and hope for humanity. It is also a celebration of my favorite meal. I look forward to many more viewings in the year to come, whenever I need a pick-me-up, large or small."

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