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4.1 AVERAGE
4.1 AVERAGE
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
The whole series is a book lover's dream since it is set at a luxury resort in Virginia that has thousands of books that can be borrowed by guests, but this newest book may be my favorite. The main character, resort owner/manager Jane Steward, and her fiancé Edwin Alcott, are taking a break from Storyton Hall. They visit their new friend Olivia Limoges (from the author's Books by the Bay series) in Oyster Bay, North Carolina. Their relaxing vacation takes a turn when Jane discovers a dead body. This investigation is intriguing but Jane and Edwin must return home before it's solved.
Back at Storyton Hall, a masked Halloween Ball is being held, but danger has followed them home and it looks like they may have a murderer as an uninvited guest. This part of the book is dramatic and suspenseful and I was on edge right along with Jane wondering how the evening would turn out. Jane's twin sons are as charming as ever, and I enjoyed spending time with them and the other regular characters from this series. The surprising ending of the book is perfect and one that fans of the series will especially appreciate.
I received an advance copy of this ebook at no cost from NetGalley and Kensington Books, but my review is voluntary and unbiased.
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
tense
fast-paced
The ninth in the Book Retreat series (perfectly ok to read them out of order if you are not bothered by such things) starts with resort-keeper Jane trying to get a quick vacation away from her somewhat murdery small town to the North Carolina coast. Almost immediately upon arriving with her fiancé, she discovers a body and finds herself under suspicion and under threat. Adams’ books are incredibly sophisticated for any genre, but also stand out as instant classics in the cozy field with all the comforting elements we cozy-lovers want: books, food, pets, endless charm. Characters are well and deeply drawn, plots expertly crafted, and this particular book made me burst into happy, emotional tears at the end. An utterly dependable and gifted author at the top of her game.
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced