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notthatamber's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
virgilsinferno's review
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Incest and Pedophilia
Minor: Ableism and Homophobia
peacefrog's review against another edition
5.0
This was a little more twisted than I expected from a cozy about quilting. I did like the reality and consequences surrounding the police force. Delays in getting search warrants, arresting people for interfering with an investigation - I found this approach to be refreshing. The MC even developed some self awareness and reflected on how her behaviour had put her at risk - something that irks me with cozies.
I look forward to the next book in the series.
I look forward to the next book in the series.
jbarr5's review against another edition
4.0
Forget Me Knot by Mary Marks
Really enjoying this book because all the time the story is being told there are snips of very useful quilting information.
Love how the story starts out with a bunch of women who are quilters and they join together to go to various events, until one is found dead. And they were the first on the scene, then the next event happens and again they are first on the scene.
Like this book so much and I'm not even 4 chapters into it that I know I am going to enjoy the next in the series. The cast of characters are very similar to ones of my mother's age who I've been known to hang around with at times, to quilt.
Everything is described in such detail you can just picture it in your mind as if you are watching a movie.
When Claires' relatives want the truth about the murder Martha Rose is given permission to search Claire's quilts for a hidden message. Such a treasure when she talks about the quilts, the story quilt in itself can tell the life of someone.
Because she has studied so much about the history of quilts, texture, etc she knows what to look for and hope it's in time to solve the mystery.
With the leads she uncovers she is not so sure who is the killer....the detective keeps telling her to stay out of it or she'll end up dead... totally amazing how she learns the secret of the coded quilt...
A handful of characters that are easy to keep track of and with all the details of the places traveled to this is a good read, especially the quilting tips along the way-many I learned from my mother. Excerpt from the next one is included.
I received this book from The Kennsington Books in exchange for my honest review
Really enjoying this book because all the time the story is being told there are snips of very useful quilting information.
Love how the story starts out with a bunch of women who are quilters and they join together to go to various events, until one is found dead. And they were the first on the scene, then the next event happens and again they are first on the scene.
Like this book so much and I'm not even 4 chapters into it that I know I am going to enjoy the next in the series. The cast of characters are very similar to ones of my mother's age who I've been known to hang around with at times, to quilt.
Everything is described in such detail you can just picture it in your mind as if you are watching a movie.
When Claires' relatives want the truth about the murder Martha Rose is given permission to search Claire's quilts for a hidden message. Such a treasure when she talks about the quilts, the story quilt in itself can tell the life of someone.
Because she has studied so much about the history of quilts, texture, etc she knows what to look for and hope it's in time to solve the mystery.
With the leads she uncovers she is not so sure who is the killer....the detective keeps telling her to stay out of it or she'll end up dead... totally amazing how she learns the secret of the coded quilt...
A handful of characters that are easy to keep track of and with all the details of the places traveled to this is a good read, especially the quilting tips along the way-many I learned from my mother. Excerpt from the next one is included.
I received this book from The Kennsington Books in exchange for my honest review
barbtrek's review against another edition
1.0
Set in California was strike one. Then hot flashes + politics & I’m done. Too bad since I bought book 1 & 2 & I need another cozy mystery series! I should read a few pages or at least read a few reviews before I buy books.
maryfrances_odea's review against another edition
5.0
Very cute! Loved the age of the character and her friends - going to be a fun series and I can't wait to read more!
hugbandit7's review against another edition
4.0
Great start to a new series. I love that the main character is a little older and curvy. I was curious how she could be single and not work but support herself, it was explained about halfway through the book. I don't know how to quilt but always have been amazed by what I have seen and the amount of time it takes to put one together. There are great explanations about the quilting world.
I don't know if I'm getting better at figuring out who the killer is, but I had a gut instinct and was glad to see I was right at the end. However, the reasoning was not one I would have expected so that was a nice twist!
I don't know if I'm getting better at figuring out who the killer is, but I had a gut instinct and was glad to see I was right at the end. However, the reasoning was not one I would have expected so that was a nice twist!
kbranfield's review against another edition
4.0
If you're a fan of cozy mysteries, then you won't want to miss debut author Mary Marks' new Quilting Mystery series. Forget Me Knot, the first novel in the series, is a clever whodunit that has an engaging cast of likable characters.
Quilters and best friends Martha Rose, Lucy Mondello and Birdie Watson are considering adding Claire Terry to their weekly quilting sessions. Claire is an extraordinary prize-winning quilter and she is also member of their local quilting guild. But when the quilting trio arrive at Claire's for their weekly meeting, they are shocked to discover her lifeless body. Her death is quickly ruled a homicide and the next day, Claire, Lucy and Martha's award winning quilts are stolen from a local quilt show. Is Claire's death somehow related to the thefts? But most importantly, why would anyone want to murder the wealthy philanthropist?
Martha Rose is the main protagonist of the series and she is a well-developed, unique character. The divorced mother of one is in her mid-fifties and disabled due to fibromyalgia. Martha is smart, savvy and nothing gets her back up faster than someone telling her she can't do something. She is a loyal friend and she is a woman who keeps her word. Quilting is more than her hobby. It is her passion and it is also her therapy. (As someone who also quilts, I totally understand the therapeutic benefits of losing yourself in a project.)
Sidekicks Lucy and Birdie are equally well-developed. They each bring different strengths to the investigation and I enjoyed getting to know them. Lucy has been married to her high school sweetheart Ray for fifty years and they have five grown sons. When Martha lands herself in a bit of a tight spot, Lucy, Ray and the boys are quick to help her out. Birdie's marriage is nowhere near as happy as Lucy's and I am curious to see if this will change in any of the upcoming books in the series.
Martha first begins investigating Claire's death at the request of Claire's bereaved mother. Despite numerous pleas from homicide/robbery detective Arlo Beavers to stay out of the investigation, Martha continues poking around in Claire's life. Martha uncovers important clues and her quilting expertise proves invaluable in eventually cracking the case wide open.
Forget Me Knot is a fast-paced novel that is sure to delight mystery lovers. The case is intriguing and just like Martha, I overlooked a vital clue that pointed to the killer's identity. The quilting aspect makes the series unique and these details enrich the overall story. There is just the tiniest bit of a romance between Martha and Arlo, but it is very understated.
Forget Me Knot is an enjoyable first installment in Mary Marks' Quilting Mystery series and I am very eager to read Martha, Birdie and Lucy's next adventure.
Quilters and best friends Martha Rose, Lucy Mondello and Birdie Watson are considering adding Claire Terry to their weekly quilting sessions. Claire is an extraordinary prize-winning quilter and she is also member of their local quilting guild. But when the quilting trio arrive at Claire's for their weekly meeting, they are shocked to discover her lifeless body. Her death is quickly ruled a homicide and the next day, Claire, Lucy and Martha's award winning quilts are stolen from a local quilt show. Is Claire's death somehow related to the thefts? But most importantly, why would anyone want to murder the wealthy philanthropist?
Martha Rose is the main protagonist of the series and she is a well-developed, unique character. The divorced mother of one is in her mid-fifties and disabled due to fibromyalgia. Martha is smart, savvy and nothing gets her back up faster than someone telling her she can't do something. She is a loyal friend and she is a woman who keeps her word. Quilting is more than her hobby. It is her passion and it is also her therapy. (As someone who also quilts, I totally understand the therapeutic benefits of losing yourself in a project.)
Sidekicks Lucy and Birdie are equally well-developed. They each bring different strengths to the investigation and I enjoyed getting to know them. Lucy has been married to her high school sweetheart Ray for fifty years and they have five grown sons. When Martha lands herself in a bit of a tight spot, Lucy, Ray and the boys are quick to help her out. Birdie's marriage is nowhere near as happy as Lucy's and I am curious to see if this will change in any of the upcoming books in the series.
Martha first begins investigating Claire's death at the request of Claire's bereaved mother. Despite numerous pleas from homicide/robbery detective Arlo Beavers to stay out of the investigation, Martha continues poking around in Claire's life. Martha uncovers important clues and her quilting expertise proves invaluable in eventually cracking the case wide open.
Forget Me Knot is a fast-paced novel that is sure to delight mystery lovers. The case is intriguing and just like Martha, I overlooked a vital clue that pointed to the killer's identity. The quilting aspect makes the series unique and these details enrich the overall story. There is just the tiniest bit of a romance between Martha and Arlo, but it is very understated.
Forget Me Knot is an enjoyable first installment in Mary Marks' Quilting Mystery series and I am very eager to read Martha, Birdie and Lucy's next adventure.
kgormley's review against another edition
3.0
I have been trying to try some new stuff, and wanted to try reading a cozy mystery. I thought this one might be a good one, since it also incorporated quilting. It was an ok book, the premise was rather interesting and unique, but the writing left a bit to be desired.