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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2579 KP) rated Three Shots to the Wind in Books

Apr 1, 2022 (Updated Apr 1, 2022)  
Three Shots to the Wind
Three Shots to the Wind
Sherry Harris | 2022 | Mystery
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Cozy Trope Twisted by Murder
Chloe thinks she is settling into her new life in Emerald Cove, Florida, when she starts to receive a series of mysterious gifts. While she knows they aren’t from her new boyfriend, she isn’t prepared to learn they are from her ex-fiance, Perry Franklin, who is in town for an accounting conference. Unfortunately, she learns this when she stumbles on his dead body at a crime scene. When they were together, Chloe thought Perry was boring. Had she misjudged him? What could have led to his murder?

I love how this book put a twist on the familiar cozy trope of the main character’s ex coming to town to try to win her back. Of course, Perry also wasn’t who Chloe thought he was, and exploring that gives us suspects and motives. I enjoyed following Chloe as she solved the case, and the climax wraps things up nicely. This story also gives Chloe a real chance for growth, which I enjoyed seeing. Additionally, a sub-plot gives some of the supporting characters a chance to grow as well. Sherry Harris is one of my favorite authors, and this book once again shows why.
  
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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2579 KP) rated Lost and Clowned in Books

Jun 17, 2026 (Updated Jun 17, 2026)  
Lost and Clowned
Lost and Clowned
Dana Mentink | 2023 | Mystery
9
9.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Finding a Killer is a Circus
Pi Steely is the business manager for her uncle’s traveling circus. They are spending their Christmas break in a small California coastal town, putting on a rare holiday performance while there. The next morning, Pi finds a body on the beach. The police think the someone in the troop could be responsible. As Pi begins to dig in, she finds secrets from the past that might be related. Can she figure out what is going on?

The characters are grounded for a circus setting; in fact, the book is a bit more serious in tone than I was expecting. It took me a bit to get all the characters straight, but I was soon able to. Pi felt a bit immature to me a time or two, but it was minor. Likewise, the pacing stalled a couple of times, but nothing that lasted long. There were some good surprises and twists along the way to the logical climax. I enjoyed the Northern California setting. This appears to be a rare cozy standalone, but if we get a sequel, I will gladly revisit these characters. Those looking for an unusual cozy will be glad they picked this one up.
  
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Erika Kehlet (21 KP) rated Facials Can Be Fatal (Bad Hair Day Mystery, #13) in Books

Feb 21, 2018  
Facials Can Be Fatal (Bad Hair Day Mystery, #13)
Facials Can Be Fatal (Bad Hair Day Mystery, #13)
Nancy J. Cohen | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry, Mystery
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
When a well-to-do client dies mid-facial, Marla Vail decides to track down a killer to save her salon’s reputation. This cozy has a great cast of characters and suspects galore. It’s a fast moving story that will keep you guessing, and rooting for Marla all the way through. While it is the 13th Bad Hair Day Mystery series, you’ll be able to catch on and not feel lost even if you haven’t read the previous 12 books. You will most likely want to go back and read them when you’re done, however!
  
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Merissa (14024 KP) created a post

Sep 10, 2025  
🐾 “I loved the emotional connection between Arthur and Brooklyn.” – @Debbiereadsbook ⭐⭐⭐⭐

If you enjoy small-town MM romance with heart, hurt/comfort, and healing, you’ll love A Furever Home by Kaje Harper & Gabbi Grey. A moving story about finding love, family, and the place you truly belong.

📖 Read the full review & excerpt here:
👉 https://archaeolibrarian.wixsite.com/website/post/review-excerpt-a-furever-home-by-kaje-harper-gabbi-grey

💬 What do you love most in small-town romances—the emotional depth, the cozy setting, or the tight-knit community?

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