A review by moserk
Merry Murder: A Fiona Quinn Mystery by C. S. McDonald

adventurous funny 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

4.0

It almost like...Carmen Sandiego meets (low-dose) Hallmark movie in Pittsburgh??

4 stars because this was exactly what I asked for - a lighthearted h cozy holiday read without the heavy-handed romance "fluff." While I, too, enjoy a good Hallmark movie this time of year, I was itching for something a little less overwhelmingly "sweet" to read.  I originally hoped for more character development, but in end was fine with  the more plot-driven approach for a quick evening read amidst a busy holiday season. 

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