lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

It started off good but felt like it got bogged down really quick in one dimensional characters.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Great read

All things cozy! A great group of friends, lots of twists and turns, small town, tons of atmosphere! And a super awesome golden retriever.
lighthearted
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

This was good! It was a nice story that I enjoyed. It’s not a favorite but I don’t think cozy mystery is a genre I’ll sleep on. Sometimes it’s nice to have a break from straight romance.
adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No
adventurous funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

This was a sweet story and a quick, enjoyable read.

Overall it's the kind of story that acts as a bit of a soother. It's not earth-shattering or super memorable, but still enjoyable. 

I liked all of the characters, and, while not overly described, you could still get a good feel for them. If you are looking for major world-building, super dynamic characters and a killer plot, this wouldn't be the read for you. But if you want just a good solid book that you can read and enjoy without overtaxing your brain, this would be it.

Of course, you do need to like cozy mysteries. This is the true definition of that, right down to the sweet golden retriever, Bella. Even the murders (yes there are two) are not overly described. Just a succinct... oh yeah you're dead, and that's it LOL.  It's more about the chase down of whoever did it, than describing "how" they died. And I was okay with that.

I'll be looking forward to reading the next one in the series as it will be enjoyable to follow Libby, her dog Bella, and all of her new friends into whatever adventure they get into next.

Easy, cozy read

Relatable characters and good pacing. Uncomplicated writing. I'm invested in what happens next for Libby. Good start to a series.
mysterious fast-paced