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arkwen452's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Murder is a Piece of Cake will have readers hitting the ground running for the second murder-mystery that our loveable Maddy has to solve. Or else she or one of her friends will be charged with murder before BabyCake even gets a chance to have its grand reopening. If that isn't enough to worry about Baby has been acting strangely and Maddy isn't sure what is wrong with him.
Book two sees Maddy living a more adjusted and routine life in New Bison. Her friendships are going strong and so is her relationship with Michael, the small town's Vet.
This book offers up a lot of laughs and smiles despite the fact that another murder has taken place with Maddy only being in town 3 months. I am not a criminologist or anything but that kinda math doesn't look favorable for anyone.
Secrets and people of the past seemed to be the driving theme in this book. And there were a number of interesting and exciting things that readers learn in Murder is a Piece of Cake that will count as spoilers. Therefore, I would just like to share that some of the loose ends from book one will reappear in book two. And I suspect that we will continue to see more bread crumbs delivered in the next book as well.
Happy reading.
Book two sees Maddy living a more adjusted and routine life in New Bison. Her friendships are going strong and so is her relationship with Michael, the small town's Vet.
This book offers up a lot of laughs and smiles despite the fact that another murder has taken place with Maddy only being in town 3 months. I am not a criminologist or anything but that kinda math doesn't look favorable for anyone.
Secrets and people of the past seemed to be the driving theme in this book. And there were a number of interesting and exciting things that readers learn in Murder is a Piece of Cake that will count as spoilers. Therefore, I would just like to share that some of the loose ends from book one will reappear in book two. And I suspect that we will continue to see more bread crumbs delivered in the next book as well.
Happy reading.
Content Warnings
Minor: Misogyny, Murder, Addiction, Death, and Dementia
bamboopanda's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I think I’m really going to enjoy the mystery happening in this cozy town and how it’s being laid out over multiple books and mysteries.
The only thing that irks me a little is that our main character once again gets into a mess at the end by making an air-headed move.
I honestly don’t think that it’s entirely logical for her character to be THAT unaware.
In the first book it’s fine because it’s her first experience, but one hopes that you become more aware after you and your loved ones get shot at the first time.
Oh and I wanted more from the festival. It sounds so fun!
The only thing that irks me a little is that our main character once again gets into a mess at the end by making an air-headed move.
I honestly don’t think that it’s entirely logical for her character to be THAT unaware.
In the first book it’s fine because it’s her first experience, but one hopes that you become more aware after you and your loved ones get shot at the first time.
Oh and I wanted more from the festival. It sounds so fun!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Dementia, and Domestic abuse
Moderate: Alcoholism, Bullying, and Misogyny
Minor: Animal cruelty and Gun violence
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