3.8 AVERAGE

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ivysbookshelf_'s review

3.0

2.8/5

As someone who is new to the cozy mystery genre, I thought that this was a fun way to introduce a new series to my reading lists. I didn't realize that this book was part of such a large series, and didn't have too much trouble jumping into the book when reading.

I'm always a fan of a small town vibe and this definitely gave that! Reading the descriptions of Holly's day to day activities at the inn gave it such a cozy vibe that made me want to curl up with a blanket and some tea. I did think that there were a little too many characters for a book thats supposed to be a cozy read, but this might have been just because I hadn't read the previous books in the series. I also found Holly's decisions questionable at times, which made me enjoy the story a bit less.

I think I would give the other books a try, it's a fun book to read if you're in a bit of a slump or want something quick and cozy!

smrath's review

2.0
mysterious slow-paced

booklover81's review

5.0
adventurous emotional informative lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
mysterious medium-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

natalie2read's review

3.75
lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

mghent22's review

5.0
mysterious medium-paced

I love this series
emotional lighthearted mysterious 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
emotional funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

As always, a fun mystery and a moment I've been waiting for...but oh, there is a storyline in this one that I fully judge the MC on and think much less of her (and frankly the author, too) for ever letting happen. I almost completely abandoned it for the absolute cringeworthiness.