Category Archives: Cozy Mystery Week

Review: Plantation Shudders: A Cajun Country Mystery by Ellen Bryon

I love me a Louisiana setting. Rich in history and delicious food, there’s something about Cajun country I can’t resist.  This cozy, set in the mist of a rich history and some pretty cagey characters, was incredibly captivating and kept … Continue reading

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Review: To Brew or Not to Brew: A Brewing Trouble Mystery by Joyce Tremel

I’m not going to lie, there isn’t a single thing about this new cozy mystery series that I don’t adore. 1. It’s set in Pittsburgh.  My father’s hometown, a city full of fond memories for me. 2. The food. Oh, … Continue reading

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Review: Books Can Be Deceiving (A Library Lover’s Mystery) by Jenn McKinlay

A cozy mystery series set in a small New England town, with a librarian in the lead? I’m sold from the beginning! Adding to this is the mystery and intrigue behind an elusive and secretive children’s picture book author.  McKinlay kept … Continue reading

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Review: Suede to Rest (A Material Witness Mystery) by Diane Vallere

This series was recommended to me recently.  What a fun and cute read! I admit; the kittens on the cover won me over, especially since one of them resembles our kitten, Dickens.  When I learned their names, Pins and Needles…well … Continue reading

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2015 Cozy Mystery Week

The fall/winter months are times of year best spent curled up with a blanket and a nice book. Even better, a cozy mystery! Cozies are certainly one of my favorite types of books that, unfortunately, I don’t have the opportunity … Continue reading

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2014 Cozy Mystery Week Wrap-Up

It’s a bittersweet moment: another Cozy Mystery Week has come to an end. I’ve quiet enjoyed discovering new cozy mystery series (and reuniting with old favorites). Here’s a quick wrap-up of the week: Home of the Braised (White House Chef … Continue reading

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Review: The Silence of the Llamas (Black Sheep Knitting Mysteries) by Anne Canadeo

Series: Black Sheep Knitting Mysteries Paperback: 304 pages Publisher: Gallery Books ISBN: 978145164479 Source: Publisher Ellie and Ben Krueger moved to Plum Harbor to fulfill their dream of raising llamas.  As hosts of a grand opening fiber festival, they are thrilled at the exposure the … Continue reading

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Review: By Cook or by Crook (Five-Ingredient Mysteries) by Maya Corrigan

Series: A Five-Ingredient Mystery Mass Market Paperback: 320 pages Publisher: Kensington (November 4, 2014) ISBN: 9781617731389 Source: Personal copy   RECIPE FOR A DELICIOUS FIVE-INGREDIENT MYSTERY Take a burned-out cookbook publicist. Stir in a crusty codger. Toss with a large helping … Continue reading

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Review: Paging the Dead (Family History Mystery) by Brynn Bonner

Series: A Family History Mystery Paperback: 304 pages Publisher: Gallery Books; Original edition (March 12, 2013) ISBN: 9781451661866 Source: Publisher Sophreena McClure and her business partner,  Esme Sabatier, make it their business to research the family history and genealogy of  their … Continue reading

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2014 Cozy Mystery Week: The Kick Off

I’m excited to be kicking off the third annual cozy mystery week!  I started this themed week in 2012 as an excuse/reason to curl up with some cozy mysteries. I look forward to it, fondly, each year! While the reviews/posts … Continue reading

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