A Muddied Murder
(A Greenhouse Mystery #1)
By Wendy Tyson
4 Stars
It took me a few minutes to get into this book but as it went along these characters grew on me slowly like a seedling sprouting out of the ground. Each and every page matured the story to a more beautiful whole. As the characters developed and settled into my mind, I realized how you just need to give a new series a chance to impress you. And impress me, it did.
Megan Sawyer did what many seem to be doing these days. She chucked her big city lawyer job for a life that was simpler, joyful and working closer to the earth. It takes a lot of courage to make such a drastic change in life and this makes Megan a great role model. I enjoyed learning about organic gardening and came to appreciate people's passion for it.
When it came to the murder and some people's attitudes, I have to admit, it gave me stress. I think that shows just how well-rounded the characters are. No cardboard people in sight.
I think the murder could have been solved earlier if Megan's grandmother had been more open with her. But family, hey, you sometimes just have to deal with their quirks and deeply held beliefs.
I enjoyed the ride while reading this novel and had a few marathon sessions just to find out what the heck was really going on. I look forward to any new mysteries surrounding these characters. Take a bite out of this mystery. It is well worth it and will satisfy.
I did have one question, though. Why was the series called Greenhouse Mystery? Seems to me it was more of a farm than a greenhouse. I liked how Denver kept referring to Megan as a "gentleman farmer."
I received this as an ARC (Advanced Readers Copy) from Net Galley in return for an honest review. I thank Net Galley, the publisher and the author for allowing me to read this title.
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