29 Jul

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Book Review: An Amateur Sleuth’s Guide to Murder by Lynn Cahoon There's something so comforting about returning to the coziness of small-town mysteries, isn’t there? When I stumbled upon An Amateur Sleuth's Guide to Murder by Lynn Cahoon, I felt an undeniable pull—a blend of nostalgia and curiosity. I mean, who doesn’t love a good whodunit laced with charm and the promise of quirky characters? As someone who ardently devoured Nancy Drew books in my youth, the premise of this cozy mystery immediately resonated with me, igniting a spark...

28 Jul

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Murdle: The Case of the Seven Skulls – An Engaging Puzzle in Every Page Is there anything more delightful than curling up with a book that demands not just your attention, but your active participation? Enter Murdle: The Case of the Seven Skulls by the ingenious author Rich Morris. The moment I caught wind of this new installment in the beloved Murdle series, I knew I was in for a unique reading experience. With its interactive puzzles set against a backdrop of spooky adventure, I couldn’t resist diving into...

14 Jul

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A Gardener's Guide to Mystery: My Review of Gardening Can Be Murder As a lifelong lover of both literature and the outdoors, I couldn’t resist the title Gardening Can Be Murder: How Poisonous Poppies, Sinister Shrubs, and Other Garden Elements Have Sown the Seeds of Crime Fiction by the talented author, Judith McDowell. The combination of horticulture and crime fiction struck a personal chord with me. What better way to explore the art of storytelling than through the very gardens where mysteries bloom? This book promises not just an...

10 Jul

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A Cozy Mystery with a Twist: My Thoughts on The Thursday Murder Club When I first stumbled upon The Thursday Murder Club, penned by the witty Richard Osman, I couldn't help but be intrigued. An engaging mystery revolving around a group of octogenarian sleuths? How refreshing! With humor, heart, and unexpected crime-solving antics, this novel promised to be a delightful escape, and it absolutely delivered. Osman's debut novel introduces us to the delightful residents of Coopers Chase, a charming retirement village where the titular Thursday Murder Club meets weekly in...

05 Jul

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A Novel Murder: A Mystery by E.C. Nevin – A Clever Whodunit with Heart From the moment I stumbled upon E.C. Nevin's debut, A Novel Murder, I knew I was in for something special. A mystery set against the lively backdrop of a crime fiction festival? It felt both relatable and thrilling, a love letter to book lovers woven into a tantalizing whodunit. As a blogger passionate about the publishing world, I was eager to dive in, and I wasn't disappointed. The story follows Jane Hepburn, a struggling writer grappling...