sams84 's review for:

Tea, Tiramisu, and Tough Guys by Harper Lin

3.0

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This was a delightfully quaint murder mystery set in the quiet little tourist town of Cape Bay, where Francesca manages to not only run her cafe but also find herself in the middle of a murder investigation (something she has a habit of getting involved with it seems). While there isn't necessarily a lot of action this was a rather enjoyable read, reminding me of those Sunday afternoon Agatha Christies that were always shown with murder (well the solving of) being as much a form of entertainment as anything else. I did find Francesca a little annoying at times, particularly her more idiotic moments when the obvious was right in front of her but she couldn't see it but that could just be me, and may also add to the charm of the book somewhat. And as an avid tea drinker, her adventures with the delights of the tea world were immensely entertaining to say the least (although I bet I'd be just as confused if I tried making coffee!).