Devotions for Becoming a Beautiful Woman of God by Michelle Medlock Adams

 

Devotions for Becoming a Beautiful Woman of God by Michelle Medlock Adams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book a lot. I found myself tearing up at the author's father's special box that contained all his children's hospital bracelets. So many good things to dig into with this devotional. I was scribbling a lot into my prayer/praise/planning bullet journal. it made the journal writer in me spring to life again. Definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a gal's perspective on the Word. These three ladies made me smile and realize God isn't unattainable but open and ready to embrace us today, now. I am going to review more of the devotionals since my writer's brain resonates with books like this so greatly.

Received this as an ARC from the publisher in return for an honest review.

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Blessings

A Crafty Crime by Eryn Scott - Stoneybrook Mystery #1

A Crafty Crime by Eryn Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Stoneybrook Mystery series by Seth Scott. I am really enjoying all of Eryn Scott's books. They do resonate with me.

This first book in the Stoneybrook srperies... What a fun and refreshing read this was. I was already this reading when I realized it was written by the same author as the Pebble Cove Teashop mystery series I was so fond of. Definitely enjoying this new to me series. I'm going to continue reading and see what else unfolds. I found the main character's point of view so close to mine I had to keep on reading just to see how she dealt with her personal challenges. The mystery and whodunit was just an added bonus.

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Not by Oolong Shot by Eryn Scott

 

Not by Oolong Shot by Eryn Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 6th book in the Pebble Cove Teahouse Mystery series by Eryn Scott.

I always enjoy these books. The story of Asher and his human friend Rosemary always have me wishing Asher would pull a Pinocchio and become a real boy. My heart aches this couple can never find a full true love. All they get close to is a faithful friendship.

The plethora of ghosts and their concern for the town make this a real interesting read. The mystery is almost secondary. Rosemary struggled with finding the truth about who killed Asher back in the day. It is an ongoing worry of hers. She wants to help him crossover one day but they all know this is a hard thing to accept when the day might finally come.

Definitely a cozy mystery series I highly recommend.

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A Death at Candlewick Castle by Emma Jameson

A Death at Candlewick Castle by Emma Jameson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Jemima Jago series by Emma Jameson.

In this book I got a bit bogged down by how much stuff was not about the actual mystery and was more about building the community. You don't usually that in book two in a series. Book one is usually spent doing that, setting the scene, building your character base. The bulk of this type of narration has me struggling through the text as if I had on mud boots slogging through a bog.

I don't mean to mean to make sound like it was a bad book. It wasn't bad. It was pretty decent. I am used to cozy mysteries being more straightforward. This one did what a lot of English (England) authors do, put more filler in than we are used to. I want to follow the mystery. Sometimes amidst the bulk of other stuff, I forget what the point of the book is.

Overall, a pretty good read. But if you want to finish fast, pick up something else. This is a book to take your time with. More for the turtle readers among us than the hares.be

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Fields' Guide to Fog (Poppy Fields Adventures #4) Julie Mulhern

Fields' Guide to Fog by Julie Mulhern
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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Love Poppy Fields and her co-hort Mark Stone, aka Thor. This series is just fun. Does Poppy know what she is doing half the time? Nope. But she can call Mr. Brown at a moment's notice to pull her out of the fray. SO much fun to read!

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No Grater Crime (Country Store Mystery #9) by Maddie Day

 

No Grater Crime

(Country Store Mystery #9)

by Maddie Day

Paperback, 310 pages

Published August 24th 2021 by Kensington Publishing Corporation

Synopsis:

Robbie Jordan's Pans 'N Pancakes boasts delicious eats and the best vintage cookware finds in South Lick, Indiana. And now, for a limited time, there's a new special featured on the menu--murder!

Ever since meeting the wary owners of an antique shop opening across the street, Robbie has been scrambling to manage weird incidences plaguing her café and country store. Pricey items vanish from shelves without explanation, a fully equipped breakfast food truck starts lingering around the area each morning, and loyal diners mysteriously fall ill. When an elderly man dies after devouring an omelet packed with poisonous mushrooms, Robbie must temporarily close down Pans 'N Pancakes and search for the killer with a real zest for running her out of business--or else.

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4.5 Stars

This is the ninth book in the Country Store mystery series by Maddie Day.

I am a big fan of Maddie Day and this book didn’t disappoint. Strange things were happening in the diner when someone died from bad mushrooms sent from one of Robbie’s distributors. She was definitely on the case to find out who would sabotage her restaurant in such a horrific way.

After her diner is shut down, a food truck with very similar offerings parks out front of her establishment. This causes Robbie to put her detective skills into over drive but first she must discover who is stealing small antiques from her store. It’s a purely fun puzzle you will definitely love.

If you love a cozy mystery, make sure and check this one out. 

I received this as an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) in return for an honest review. I thank NetGalley, the publisher and the author for allowing me to read this title. Opinions are completely my own.

Knit One Murder Two (A Knitorious Murder Mystery #1) by Reagan Davis

Knit One Murder Two

(A Knitorious Murder Mystery #1)

by Reagan Davis

Kindle Edition, 276 pages

Published April 13th 2020

Synopsis:

Knitting Can Be Murder!

   I’m not a cop. I’m a soon-to-be-ex-wife, and former full-time mom who works part-time at the local yarn store. The biggest mystery I’ve ever solved is finding a missing knitting needle tucked behind my ear after spending all morning looking for it.

   Someone in Harmony Lake is trying to stitch me up for murder.

   In a small town where everyone has a secret they want to keep hidden, no one is talking to the out-of-town cop who’s been brought in to solve the case. So, armed with everything I’ve learned from watching murder mysteries on TV, and a little help from my friends, it’s up to me to find the real killer and clear my name.

   Can I knit the clues together and expose the killer before they unravel and kill again?

   I hope so, because knitting needles aren't allowed in prison, and I look horrible in orange.

   This ebook includes a link to a free knitting pattern at the end of the book

If you like your cozy mysteries with a bit of humor, small town Canadian life, a hint of romance, a close circle of quirky, lovable characters that you wish you knew in real life, dogs and cats, and free knitting patterns, there's something in this series for you

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4.5 Stars

This is the first book in the A Knitorious Murder Mystery series by Reagan Davis.

This book really kept my interest. I loved how the plot kinda folded in on itself in the beginning pitting character against character. It seemed like the whole conspiracy of the book popped up so quickly it actually gave me a bit of stress for the main character. Her intentions seems good and plausible and it showed us how quickly lies can snowball into a really scary situation.

I am definitely going to continue with this series. I picked it up through my Kindle Unlimited subscription. Definitely a great cozy mystery series with such a stellar start.