Murder on Thin Ice by Laurie Cass takes place after Valentine’s Day in the freezing winter of Michigan. Is Gerald’s “accidental drowning” connected to a cold case? Minnie Niswander and Eddie Minnie Niswander is recently married to Rafe Niswander. She is happily married, has a cat, and has an amazing job as a librarian. Well, […]
Angelica Under Glass by C.L. Roman is a witty mystery. Can Lena save Faye from jail? Lena Our sleuth is Lena and her familiar cat, Thorn. Although slightly reluctant, the two of them are immediately involved when Faye is accused of murder. Faye and Lena are best friends who have known each other since grade […]
A Killer for Christmas by Kim Harrington is just one person wanting a fresh start around the holidays. Will Kesley find her new start in Christmasville, Maine? Kelsey Hendricks The protagonist is Kelsey Hendricks. She works with businesses to build their social media presence. Kelsey quits her job in Boston to go to Christmasville, Maine, […]
Murder on Mulberry Lane by Lori Soard is a wonderfully written cozy. Will Mildred help Colter find the culprit now and in the past? Mildred Wiggins Our sleuth is Mildred, a typical busybody. She doesn’t really have any boundaries when it comes to her neighbors. Mildred is a couple of steps above Gladys Travis. I […]
Holmes Away From Home by Samantha Larsen is a wonderful take on the “what if” that Miss Irene Adler and Sherlock Holmes had a child. Will Althea find her father? Althea Adler Althea Adler is the daughter of Irene Adler and Sherlock Holmes. The latter is one that she has no clue that she is…yet. […]
Flimflam Fairy by Elizabeth Pantley has expanded the universe that she created with the Magical Cozy Mystery Book Club series with this new series. It’s just as good as the Book Club ones. Can Willa, Lucy, and Banjo solve the mystery? Willa, Lucy, and Banjo This story introduces three new protagonists. Willa and Lucy are […]
Shofar, So Good by Aliza Levine is marvelously filled with fall and mystery. Will Ava and Owen find the culprit? Ava Goldberg In this second installment, we get to meet Ava’s ex-husband and see how she reacts to him. We see so much growth in Ava. I love seeing her embrace her new life and […]
The Mystic and the Missing Girl by Vikki VanSickle is funny, full of misdirection, and a great read. Will Drew and Nick figure out what happened to Ginny? Drew Benson Our sleuth, not completely willing, but ready to save her aunt’s name. Drew is in her thirties and looking for a place to become who […]