Tuesday, November 16, 2021

A Honeybun & Coffee by Sam Cheever My Review

 



About the book 

It was a Good Samaritan thing gone horribly wrong.


She heard two men talking about killing some poor guy named Alastair. She only wanted to warn him--to save his life--but she soon found herself embroiled in his mess.

He might be drop dead gorgeous. She might be forming a real attachment to his dog. But is any man worth this?


Running for her life with a truly delicious hero, the help of his seven equally yummy brothers and one adorable dachshund named Jaws?


Okay, maybe he is worth it.


Grab your copy now and embark on a laugh out loud adventure with a family you can’t wait to get to know, and a story you won’t be able to put down!

And I thought . . .  

Intro to my review

Where have I been? 

I read alot of Cozy Mysteries.  I read every Romantic Suspense I can get my hands on!  

And I have never met Author Sam Cheever till now!  

And what a great place to start . . .

At the beginning of a great series. 

I honestly did not know what to expect.  I was looking for Romantic Suspense and Honeybun & Coffee was the closest I found in my Kindle library. 

The bad part was I started reading at 6:00 p.m.  I always read a few chapters before dinner.  

Dinner was late. Bedtime was late. 

And breakfast didn't get started till I turned the last page!  


My 5 star ⭐ Review 

I have to begin with this is the best book I have read this year!  

I like a fast paced read.  I like a page-turner.  A book that I can't put down. 

That doesn't happen often. But yesterday it did. 

From page 1 the action started. 

There was no lengthy description of characters.  They just jumped off the page as the Suspense unfolded. 

There was a huge cast.  Since the male lead Alastair had 7 brothers. Mom and dad entered into the mix.  Then there were the bad guys.  Several of them.  A few cops. 

And the sweet female lead character Angie the Coffee Shop owner that ends up running for life when she decides to help Alastair.  

Angie's sister and the Coffee Shop employees make appearances as well.

Although I didn't need a cast of characters to keep up it would have been nice just to read the authors description of each. 

A Honeybun & Coffee is the best book I have read this year.  Because I just couldn't put it down. 

The plot was intriguing.  

The characters were loveable.   

There were scenes that were kind of silly.  There were scenes that had me on the edge of my set.  There were sweet scenes.  And funny scenes.   

I  am happy to say that I have found a new series and a new Author to spend my reading time with.  

I have already added book 2 to my Kindle library and the remaining series is on my wish list. 

I received a complimentary copy when the Author offered a promotion. 

My review will appear on Amazon and Good Reads. 

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Sunday, November 14, 2021

New Releases that Caught My Eye

 



Doggone Deadly 

by Deborah Blake (Cozy)

When the woman running the big regional dog show calls out sick, dog groomer Suz Holden is asked to take over. But it’s too much for her to handle by herself— considering the president of the kennel club, Olivia Weiner, criticizes her at every turn—so she calls in her best friend, Kari Stuart, for help. A long, stressful day goes from bad to worse when a local breeder is found dead, and the murder weapon seems to incriminate Suz.

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Mrs. Jeffries and the Midwinter Murders 

by Emily Brightwell (Cozy)

Harriet Andover had no intention of dying young like her silly siblings had. She intended to outlive them and outdo them as she always had. But Harriet discovers that the best intentions can lead to murder when she is strangled inside her mansion with a house full of holiday guests.

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 You Can't Candle The Truth

by Sarah E. Burr (Cozy) *new series*

Welcome to Crucible, a small town with a storied history. Founded by five prestigious families, Crucible has been tucked away in upstate New York for centuries under the protection of a shield enchantment cast by Jedidiah Glenmyre, Hazel’s revered ancestor. The enchanted barrier is meant to protect Crucible from anything bad ever happening to the town. No crime, no awful weather, no natural disasters. . .a haven from the greater world.  

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Cherry Lime Havoc 

by Leena Clover (Cozy)

Dolphin Bay is celebrating Founder’s Day with great pomp and show. Anna’s cherry lime cupcakes impress the patron of the year, a retired doctor who has generously sponsored the local food bank. The next morning, the whole town reels in shock at the news of his death.

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Styled For Murder 

 by Nancy J. Cohen (Cozy)

When hairstylist and savvy sleuth, Marla Vail, gets a frantic call from her mother that there’s a dead body in her shower, Marla realizes this wasn’t part of the home renovation plans. The victim turns out to be the project manager, who had an untrustworthy reputation in town. Disgruntled customers, unpaid suppliers, and the design company’s staff are among the suspects. Which one of them wanted the foreman to pipe down about their shady dealings?    

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The Inn at Holiday Bay...

Poison in the Pudding 

by Kathi Daley (Cozy)

Abby joins Colt as he investigates the death of a local man who died after eating pudding dosed with poison during a community dinner. Was the man targeted or was the poison in the pudding a random act set into motion by a madman intent on murder? Meanwhile, Thanksgiving is only a few days away and several guests who’ve visited the inn in the past return to spend the holiday with Abby, Georgia, and the rest of the Inn at Holiday Bay family. 

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But Knot for Me by Betty Hechtman (Cozy)

When a charismatic life coach and his devoted followers descend on Vista Del Mar, Casey Feldstein and the yarn retreat group she’s hosting literally get pushed aside, out of sight and out of mind of the struggling participants seeking enlightenment. But Casey can’t help overhearing the rancorous argument between two members of the guru’s staff, and when one of them turns up dead after ingesting poisonous mushrooms, Casey finds herself tangled up in a murder investigation while the self-help group looks on helplessly.

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The Dinner Lady Detectives by Hannah Hendy (Cozy)

Margery and Clementine are enjoying a peaceful middle-age together in the small, idyllic town of Dewstow, and eagerly awaiting retirement from their work on the front line serving meals to the students at Summerview secondary school. Their calm life is shattered when their kitchen manager is found dead in the school’s walk-in freezer. The police are adamant that it’s an open-and-shut case of accidental death. Margery and Clementine are convinced there’s something far more nefarious going on, and they take it upon themselves to investigate.   

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Beating the Wrap by Julie Anne Lindsey (Cozy)

Thanksgiving is right around the corner in historic Bliss, Georgia, and Bonnie is trimming display tables at Bless Her Heart, especially for the occasion. A Gift of Gratitude display, beside the front door of her second chance dress shop, encourages shoppers to leave messages of good tidings for neighbors and friends. Unfortunately, someone has left a cornucopia of complaints instead. And they’re all about Bonnie!

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Santa, Sunrises & Suspicions 

By Tonya Kappes

Around here we say BLESS HER HEART and sometimes it's just not in a good way.


Take Neva Hudson for instance, bless her heart, she's the town gossip, not to mention someone who likes to toot her own horn.


Two toots too many 'cause bless her heart, someone has strangled Neva and left her for dead in of all places...the church's Christmas play.


Trust me when I say there's no shortage of suspects since her tongue lashed a few too many lies about people.


More importantly, my dear friend Dottie Swaggert has been on the tall tale end of Neva's lies and she's got the most motive. Thank goodness me, Mae West, and our group of friends, the Laundry Club Ladies have traded our Christmas play elf hats into sleuthing caps because Santa's bringing Dottie a big ole present of FREEDOM when we find the real killer.


’Tis the season for murder in the small town of Normal, Kentucky. When the town gossip is found strangled to death in a church, there’s no shortage of suspects. 

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Flo and Maude Save a Santa 

by Sarah Osborne (Cozy)

Octogenarians Flo and Maude, with younger sidekick Kate, are asked once more to prevent a murder before it happens. A Santa in Maine has been threatened. His Santa suit has been viciously ripped to shreds. Is the perpetrator done with mischief or are they intent on destroying more than just a costume? It’s ODPA to the rescue. Flo will get the white Christmas she craves—along with a heavy dose of adventure in the rural coastal town of Menescotta. 

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Mystery Writers’ Cookbook – The Secret Ingredient (Cookbook)

What’s cozier than a cup of tea, a warm fire, and drooling over the mouth-watering food featured in your favorite mystery novels? Some of today’s most exciting mystery writers invite you to take a behind the scenes peek into their characters’ kitchens where, among the stashed poisons, the sharpened knives, and the recipes for murder, the secret ingredients for their killer recipes are all spelled out.

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The Game Changer by Melissa McClone




About the book 

Romance is not part of her plan. Maybe it’s time for a new plan…

Rachael Saunders, the Posh Planner, is ready to take her event planning business to the next level. Her handsome new client’s upcoming dinner party will help her do just that. Too bad the job isn’t exactly what it seems…

Billionaire Mason Reese never intended to throw a dinner party. But all his intentions went right out the window when he met the charming Rachael. Planning the party together gives him a perfect way to get to know her. He only hopes she’ll be able to forgive his deception if the truth comes out…

She isn’t looking for love. Neither is he. But meeting each other will be an absolute game changer for both of them.  

And I thought . . . 

I really like the theme of this series.  The 6 Billionaire's having made a bet to see who is the last one to get married. 

Game Changer is the series  Prequel had a happy ending . . . . With Mason ending up biting the bullet there are only 3 left.   

I hoped that Mason and Rachel's big day would be at the Winery that they toured as a prospective location for a party that Mason was planning. 

This is the first book I have read and really enjoyed it.   

It was a fast read but I couldn't help wishing Mason could have wowed Rachel a bit more after kind of messing up.  

I would have enjoyed a couple more chapters. 

I enjoyed all the characters I have met so far.  

This is a fun Sweet Romance Series. 

The book was offered for review on Net Galley.  My review will post on Net Galley and Amazon.   

The series . . . 









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Friday, November 12, 2021

An Eggnog to Die For by Amy Pershing Great Escapes Tour Review and Giveaway

 



About the book 

Professional foodie Samantha Barnes has a simple Christmas list: a quiet holiday at home with her dog and a certain handsome harbormaster; no embarrassing viral videos; and no finding dead bodies. Unfortunately, she’s got family visiting, she’s spending a lot of time in front of the camera, and she’s just stumbled over the lifeless body of the town’s Santa Claus.


Plus, Sam’s plans for Christmas Eve are getting complicated. There’s the great eggnog debate among her very opinionated guests. There’s the “all edible” Christmas tree to decorate. And there’s her Feast of the Five Fishes prepare. Nonetheless, Sam finds herself once again in the role of sleuth. She needs to find out who slayed this Santa—but can she pull off a perfect feast and nab a killer? 

And others are saying 

An Eggnog to Die For is more developed than the previous book in the series, as was the mystery. Sam and her relationship with Jason are blossoming, and the Christmas festivities rounded out the story in the perfect way.

~Jen for Novels Alive


An Eggnog to Die For was a wonderfully delicious mystery.

~Moonlight Rendezvous


Ms. Pershing has written a story that will get you in the Christmas spirit. The characters are well crafted and all feel like they could be neighbors and friends we could meet anywhere.

~Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book


AN EGGNOG TO DIE FOR is a delectable mystery filled with food, family, and holiday cheer.

~Cozy Up With Kathy


An Eggnog to Die For is a cute cozy mystery with a delightful dog, appetizing appetizers, a sanctimonious Santa, costume crisis, parents paying a visit, and a snooping Sam.

~The Avid Reader


This all combined into a wonderful holiday cozy that will get you ready for the season while also keeping you entertained. Sure to delight cozy fans. I really liked it so I give it 4/5 stars.

~Books a Plenty Books Review</p


Bottom Line: Witty & smart, An Eggnog to Die For by Amy Pershing is deliciously entertaining.

~Reading is my Superpower.org

And I thought 

A great holiday read.  

I was taken' by the festive cover.  It begged me to turn the pages. 

Amy Pershing has given this reader some fun and charming characters that feel like friends you don't want to say good bye to.  

I have enjoyed this series and meeting Author Amy Pershing be and her characters.  

As this series developes it just keep getting better as you fall in love with the characters be and they become smitten with each other. 

Even tough there is craziness and drama and lots of food. 

An EggNog to Die for is a fun and festive holiday cozy read. 


I received a complimentary copy. 

My review will appear on retail sites and Good Reads


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Thursday, November 11, 2021

Christmas Books

 




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Thursday, November 4, 2021

Christmas Books

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Monday, November 1, 2021

Murder, She Wrote Debonair in Death Great Escapes Book Tour Review

 



About  the  book 

When a local art shop owner is murdered, Jessica Fletcher is surprised to once again be working alongside her old friend MI-6 agent Michael Haggerty to solve the case in the newest mystery in this USA Today bestselling series.

 

When Nelson Penzell, co-owner of a local art and treasure store in Cabot Cove, is murdered, the nail tech from Jessica Fletcher’s favorite beauty parlor is the main suspect. After all, she’s the one who ran out of the store screaming, covered in blood, and holding the murder weapon. Jessica is positive that despite the circumstances, Coreen can’t possibly be guilty, and is determined to prove it.

 

When Michael Haggerty, handsome MI-6 agent and Jessica’s old friend, is caught snooping around the victim’s home, it’s quickly apparent to her that she was right. Nelson has always had a bit of a reputation for being a rake, but Haggerty is sure his sins go far beyond what anyone in town imagined. If she wants to clear Coreen’s name, Jessica will have to work alongside Michael to find out who killed Nelson—and maybe help bust a crime ring in the process.


And I thought 
One of my favorite things about pori Case and her Great Escapes Book Tours is meeting new (to me) authors, books and series. 

To realize that one of my favorite television shows actually has a book series surprised and delighted me! 

And to realize the series has 54 other books was a shocker.  My Wish List just got much longer. 

It was interesting to me to realize the series has been written by several different authors.  It will be fun to see how the books may be different and where they might be similar. 

It was visiing Cabot Cove.  It seems like such a charming place.  Even though crime seems to happen more often than not. 

Meeting the characters were fun.  I was sure hoping Jessica could ferret out the real killer and hoping it wasn't the nail tech.  I mean gosh who wants thirty nail tech to be the one! 

All in all this was a fun read.   I will definitely be reading more.  Maybe checking out my library. 

I received my a complimentary copy. 
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