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4.1 AVERAGE
4.1 AVERAGE
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-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:
Yes
adventurous
mysterious
tense
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
This was in line with the other books, but there was a HUGE hole (no names for spoilers)
Why, with their business finished, did the killer go to the ball??? It makes NO sense. Obviously Adams needed a dramatic conclusion but this one was the most head-scratching.
Why, with their business finished, did the killer go to the ball??? It makes NO sense. Obviously Adams needed a dramatic conclusion but this one was the most head-scratching.
I have so enjoyed reading the Book Retreat Mysteries by Ellery Adams. They have been my go to for audiobooks when I am working around my house, and I am sad to have the reached the final one available. I thought she did a great job weaving the characters in each book throughout the series, and they became like friends to me. This book wrapped up a few loose ends that I was glad to see resolved.
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
For fans of:
➡️Books about books
➡️Cross over books
➡️Cozy mysteries
➡️Beach vibes
In the newest installment of The Book Retreat Mystery series, Jane and Edwin head to the North Carolina coast for a much-needed vacation. They spend some time with Oyster Bay Olivia Limoges and her dog Haviland, soaking in the sunshine and enjoying Olivia’s private beach.
Things start off all wrong for the couple when they discover a grizzly surprise in their harbor-side loft; things do not improve the following day when Jane finds a body on the beach.
Edwin gets injured in a freak stingray attack, which puts a serious damper on any fun the two might have planned. Multiple mysterious deaths seem to connect Jane and Olivia to deeper secrets back home at Storyton, where Jane is working harder than ever to protect the secret library that she and her Fins have guardianship over.
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If you like cozy mysteries, books scattered with recommendations and book references, strong friendships, and found family, you’ll love the Book Retreat Mystery series.
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Thanks to Ellery Adams and Kensington Cozies for giving me an opportunity to read an advanced uncorrected copy of Murder in the Book Lover’s Loft.
➡️Books about books
➡️Cross over books
➡️Cozy mysteries
➡️Beach vibes
In the newest installment of The Book Retreat Mystery series, Jane and Edwin head to the North Carolina coast for a much-needed vacation. They spend some time with Oyster Bay Olivia Limoges and her dog Haviland, soaking in the sunshine and enjoying Olivia’s private beach.
Things start off all wrong for the couple when they discover a grizzly surprise in their harbor-side loft; things do not improve the following day when Jane finds a body on the beach.
Edwin gets injured in a freak stingray attack, which puts a serious damper on any fun the two might have planned. Multiple mysterious deaths seem to connect Jane and Olivia to deeper secrets back home at Storyton, where Jane is working harder than ever to protect the secret library that she and her Fins have guardianship over.
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If you like cozy mysteries, books scattered with recommendations and book references, strong friendships, and found family, you’ll love the Book Retreat Mystery series.
—
Thanks to Ellery Adams and Kensington Cozies for giving me an opportunity to read an advanced uncorrected copy of Murder in the Book Lover’s Loft.
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Overall I really enjoyed this book and it was really great to see Olivia Limoges pop up but I must admit I thought we would see the Bayside Book Writers, Charles Wade and Officer Cook who I thought would be the Sheriff.
When Edwin and Jane go for a much needed vacation to Oyster Bay, NC at the invitation of her friend Olivia Limoges for some rest and relaxation. Things start off rocky when they check into their cottage known as the Book Lover's Loft and find a skull and ominous message on the bathroom mirror. Then Edwin steps on sting rays and has to be rushed to the hospital but when she and Olivia come across the body of author Justin St. James Jane finds herself sleuthing on vacation. Justin St. James was not well liked by his fellow authors or Olivia for that matter which makes her a suspect and when it is discovered that his next book was about Storyton Hall Jane falls under the eyes of the police also even though Jane had no idea. Mr. St. James was know for taking the personal tragedies of his fellow authors and turning them into best selling books.
As always Ellery Adams crafts a great mystery with plenty of suspects and clues I loved how even before Jane leaves Storyton, VA a body in found on one of the trails which eventually leads to a connection between Oyster Bay and Storyton. The twists and turns were well done and I was fully invested in the story.
Can't wait for the next book in this series.
When Edwin and Jane go for a much needed vacation to Oyster Bay, NC at the invitation of her friend Olivia Limoges for some rest and relaxation. Things start off rocky when they check into their cottage known as the Book Lover's Loft and find a skull and ominous message on the bathroom mirror. Then Edwin steps on sting rays and has to be rushed to the hospital but when she and Olivia come across the body of author Justin St. James Jane finds herself sleuthing on vacation. Justin St. James was not well liked by his fellow authors or Olivia for that matter which makes her a suspect and when it is discovered that his next book was about Storyton Hall Jane falls under the eyes of the police also even though Jane had no idea. Mr. St. James was know for taking the personal tragedies of his fellow authors and turning them into best selling books.
As always Ellery Adams crafts a great mystery with plenty of suspects and clues I loved how even before Jane leaves Storyton, VA a body in found on one of the trails which eventually leads to a connection between Oyster Bay and Storyton. The twists and turns were well done and I was fully invested in the story.
Can't wait for the next book in this series.
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced