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rebeccasreadingrambles's review
3.0
This is certainly a cozy mystery that moves at a slower pace, without any frenetic scenes (even the dangerous scenes seemed more sedate). I didn;t read the first one, but it was easy to jump into this one and get a sense of the setting and characters. Det. Pignon was an interested man who seemed to act / be regarded as ahead of the times, compared to the bumbling typical policeman. He surrounds himself with a seemingly random assortment of friends who have been deputized to help him and each is definitely a unique character, though I do feel like they could be more developed (maybe I missed this in the first book). It was not a laugh out loud type of book, and definitely felt more serious than some cozies, though overall the vibe was pleasant. I enjoyed the Poirot-esque theatrical reveal with all the players present.
If you like a slow burn mystery with a smart detective and surprising ending, this one is for you!
If you like a slow burn mystery with a smart detective and surprising ending, this one is for you!
booknallnight's review
medium-paced
4.0
Murder in Haxford is a delightful cozy mystery. It's a little slower in pace than I'm used to for a cozy, but that didn't take away from my enjoyment.
I didn't realize this was book 2 (it's scary how often I tend to start a series out of order lately 🤣) BUT within the first few chapters I had a pretty good grasp of the characters in play and it didn't feel like I missed much by not reading the first. I do love when a book can be read as a standalone.
I really enjoyed the period this was set in, as well as the dialogue used. It was definitely a different time for genteel conversations and manners.
The mystery was interesting as well and I enjoyed the working mind of Pignin Scorbion. I need to go back and read the first book now. I read some reviews that said the first was even better with the humor and dialogue so I'm curious now.
I am glad I had the chance to read this one and I sincerely appreciate the publisher and Kaye Publicity for the review copy. All opinions expressed herein are my own.
I didn't realize this was book 2 (it's scary how often I tend to start a series out of order lately 🤣) BUT within the first few chapters I had a pretty good grasp of the characters in play and it didn't feel like I missed much by not reading the first. I do love when a book can be read as a standalone.
I really enjoyed the period this was set in, as well as the dialogue used. It was definitely a different time for genteel conversations and manners.
The mystery was interesting as well and I enjoyed the working mind of Pignin Scorbion. I need to go back and read the first book now. I read some reviews that said the first was even better with the humor and dialogue so I'm curious now.
I am glad I had the chance to read this one and I sincerely appreciate the publisher and Kaye Publicity for the review copy. All opinions expressed herein are my own.
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