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cpgunning's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-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
3.0
cgibson05's review against another edition
5.0
I have read all the books in the series and this so far was my favorite. The knit and nibble group reminds me of my own knitting groups, minus the murders.
booklovingmom_'s review
5.0
I received an ARC copy of Knit of the Living Dead through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Knit of the Living Dead is the sixth installation of the Knit & Nibble mystery series. In this cozy knitting mystery, Pamela Paterson, along with fellow Knit & Nibblers, Bettina and Nell, goes about solving the murders that stem from the town Halloween party.
I have read the Knit & Nibble series since the beginning and have loved every book so far, this one was no different. There is so much I loved about this mystery, the characters, the town, the Knit & Nibble get togethers and especially the fall setting. Knit of the Living Dead is a great cozy mystery that is very well written and drew me in from the very first page. The biggest thing that makes me love this series is the main character, Pamela Paterson herself, I would love to be her when I grow up! If you are looking for a cozy mystery that will get you in the mood for fall, this book is for you.
I definitely recommend reading Knit of the Living Dead and the whole Knit & Nibble series if you haven’t given it a try yet!
Knit of the Living Dead is the sixth installation of the Knit & Nibble mystery series. In this cozy knitting mystery, Pamela Paterson, along with fellow Knit & Nibblers, Bettina and Nell, goes about solving the murders that stem from the town Halloween party.
I have read the Knit & Nibble series since the beginning and have loved every book so far, this one was no different. There is so much I loved about this mystery, the characters, the town, the Knit & Nibble get togethers and especially the fall setting. Knit of the Living Dead is a great cozy mystery that is very well written and drew me in from the very first page. The biggest thing that makes me love this series is the main character, Pamela Paterson herself, I would love to be her when I grow up! If you are looking for a cozy mystery that will get you in the mood for fall, this book is for you.
I definitely recommend reading Knit of the Living Dead and the whole Knit & Nibble series if you haven’t given it a try yet!
e_a_bee's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Good fun and surprising twists
amberunmasked's review
4.0
This review is made possible by early access from NetGalley.
I was eager to try a cozy set in New Jersey. This is book six in the "Knit and Nibbler" knitting series. I only had one moment of unfamiliarity regarding characters and to whom they were referring near the end of the book. Otherwise, it was easy to get to know each character's personality and style.
Pamela Patterson is the main sleuthing character as the protagonist; but it's really her best friend Bettina Fraser who gets nearly as much space who can liaise with the police since she's a local reporter for a weekly paper, The Arborville Advocate. Pamela's profession as an assistant editor for Fiber Craft magazine is instrumental in the final twist and reveal.
At first, this book felt like the suspect pool was weak and the alibis held up so theories were such a stretch. Alas, it's not until 90% through that the clues are put together and I admit I did not decode them earlier. When there's a cozy theme like knitting, a reader does expect a lot of references to that subject so another mention of a character who may be a knitter or needle artist didn't necessarily make a suspect. The way the killer tied in to the triple homicide was a cerebral high.
There's a bit of repetition that I feel could have been scaled back like Pamela's morning routine of toast and coffee using her fancy china. Literally every morning, Ehrhart detailed the exactness of Pamela's toast and coffee and china. We get it -- she likes routines. I did appreciate the couple of notes about Pamela having some frugality in her life like not being afraid to pick up discarded trash and make it into a treasure for herself.
One thing that showed -- and perhaps this is because the setting is in a part of New Jersey across the river from New York City. Although Arborville is a fictitious town, Ehrhart showed how some characters are so invested in their image. One of the knitting club members, Roland, is the only man and he absurdly comes to their Knit and Nibble gatherings in three-piece suits, starched shirts, always wearing and expensive watch, and brings his knitting in a leather briefcase. Even rich people own casual wear. Roland isn't the only whose image is constantly brought up. In this regard, I felt there was a lot of judgment about people's looks which I could have done with something reworded to sound like annoying. I haven't lived out in that part of New Jersey since I was a child so perhaps, it's all accurate about how people are over there. I know I certainly don't feel connected to them.
In the end, the identity of the real killer made me a happier reader. There could have been more clues earlier on for the killer. Introducing yet another suspect of an already unrealistic pool of characters at 80% seemed like that had be "the one" that stuck. But it was a superfluous addition adding that particular suspect. Had it been cut and more clues placed about the real killer, I would give it five stars.
Rating: 4 stars
I was eager to try a cozy set in New Jersey. This is book six in the "Knit and Nibbler" knitting series. I only had one moment of unfamiliarity regarding characters and to whom they were referring near the end of the book. Otherwise, it was easy to get to know each character's personality and style.
Pamela Patterson is the main sleuthing character as the protagonist; but it's really her best friend Bettina Fraser who gets nearly as much space who can liaise with the police since she's a local reporter for a weekly paper, The Arborville Advocate. Pamela's profession as an assistant editor for Fiber Craft magazine is instrumental in the final twist and reveal.
At first, this book felt like the suspect pool was weak and the alibis held up so theories were such a stretch. Alas, it's not until 90% through that the clues are put together and I admit I did not decode them earlier. When there's a cozy theme like knitting, a reader does expect a lot of references to that subject so another mention of a character who may be a knitter or needle artist didn't necessarily make a suspect. The way the killer tied in to the triple homicide was a cerebral high.
There's a bit of repetition that I feel could have been scaled back like Pamela's morning routine of toast and coffee using her fancy china. Literally every morning, Ehrhart detailed the exactness of Pamela's toast and coffee and china. We get it -- she likes routines. I did appreciate the couple of notes about Pamela having some frugality in her life like not being afraid to pick up discarded trash and make it into a treasure for herself.
One thing that showed -- and perhaps this is because the setting is in a part of New Jersey across the river from New York City. Although Arborville is a fictitious town, Ehrhart showed how some characters are so invested in their image. One of the knitting club members, Roland, is the only man and he absurdly comes to their Knit and Nibble gatherings in three-piece suits, starched shirts, always wearing and expensive watch, and brings his knitting in a leather briefcase. Even rich people own casual wear. Roland isn't the only whose image is constantly brought up. In this regard, I felt there was a lot of judgment about people's looks which I could have done with something reworded to sound like annoying. I haven't lived out in that part of New Jersey since I was a child so perhaps, it's all accurate about how people are over there. I know I certainly don't feel connected to them.
In the end, the identity of the real killer made me a happier reader. There could have been more clues earlier on for the killer. Introducing yet another suspect of an already unrealistic pool of characters at 80% seemed like that had be "the one" that stuck. But it was a superfluous addition adding that particular suspect. Had it been cut and more clues placed about the real killer, I would give it five stars.
Rating: 4 stars
jen_baroness_mom's review
4.0
Knit of the Living Dead by Peggy Ehrhart is a beautiful Halloween mystery.
Our sleuths are part of the Knit and Nibble Knitting Club. These ladies have a nose for finding the culprits. But let's not forget that they have their weekly knitting night and like to get together to share their lives. They each have distinctive personalities that set them apart. Yet, they work well together for the good of their small New Jersey town.
Pamela is our point of view, for the most part. She is like a super sleuth. Pamela is widowed, and her daughter is in college away from home.
Nell is married and the oldest of the three. She sometimes wants to help but also comes from a generation where she doesn't like to buck authority (unless it is needed).
Bettina is also married. She lives across the street from Pamela. Bettina loves food and bright clothing and writes for a local newspaper.
These three ladies are excellent at investigating.
We start on Halloween at the town's celebratory bonfire, where a woman is killed. The ladies know the victim and don't think that the local detective's direction will be useful. So, they begin to investigate the murder. But then another murder happens, and another. Are they related? Who could be doing this? So many questions but not a lot of suspects. However, in the end, the ladies figure it out before Detective Clayborn has a clue.
This is the first Knit and Nibble Mystery that I have read. I liked it. These ladies find some delicious treats while investigating the murders. I enjoyed following them around and getting to know them and their other knitting group members. If you are into knitting and mysteries, this could be a new series for you.
Included in the back of the book is a knitting pattern for a Trick-or-Treat tote and a couple of "nibbles" recipes for you to try: Pumpkin-Spice Crumb Cake and Roland's Easy Candy-Corn Halloween Cookies.
Will Pamela, Bettina, and Nell figure out who is on a killing spree in their little town?
The Lady Sleuths
Our sleuths are part of the Knit and Nibble Knitting Club. These ladies have a nose for finding the culprits. But let's not forget that they have their weekly knitting night and like to get together to share their lives. They each have distinctive personalities that set them apart. Yet, they work well together for the good of their small New Jersey town.
Pamela is our point of view, for the most part. She is like a super sleuth. Pamela is widowed, and her daughter is in college away from home.
Nell is married and the oldest of the three. She sometimes wants to help but also comes from a generation where she doesn't like to buck authority (unless it is needed).
Bettina is also married. She lives across the street from Pamela. Bettina loves food and bright clothing and writes for a local newspaper.
These three ladies are excellent at investigating.
The Mystery
We start on Halloween at the town's celebratory bonfire, where a woman is killed. The ladies know the victim and don't think that the local detective's direction will be useful. So, they begin to investigate the murder. But then another murder happens, and another. Are they related? Who could be doing this? So many questions but not a lot of suspects. However, in the end, the ladies figure it out before Detective Clayborn has a clue.
Four Stars
This is the first Knit and Nibble Mystery that I have read. I liked it. These ladies find some delicious treats while investigating the murders. I enjoyed following them around and getting to know them and their other knitting group members. If you are into knitting and mysteries, this could be a new series for you.
Included in the back of the book is a knitting pattern for a Trick-or-Treat tote and a couple of "nibbles" recipes for you to try: Pumpkin-Spice Crumb Cake and Roland's Easy Candy-Corn Halloween Cookies.
Other Books in the Series
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Until the next time,
This review was originally posted on Baroness' Book Trove