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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Lauren West

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I did not expect to like this book as much as I did. It was a lot of fun to read. Paranormal aspects, drama, mystery, humor, life lessons, new friendships and the difficulty of trying to fit in. The story was a great read. Once I started it, I did not want to end.
Wiley is a yeti, and he just wants to live his life. Already out of the norm he seeks to exist and blend in. As mysterious murders start taking place He ends up back on the hunters radar. He immediately flees town supernatural town that could actually be his forever home. However, things start closing in when the Hunter appears in his new town, leaving Wylie with little options other than to solve crimes himself to clear his name. As the excitement begins, we begin the adventure with the Yeti and his new friends in this feel good mystery.

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Nakyshia Leger

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a fun story to read! Naomi and her daughter Ella are ready for a fresh start in a new town.. until their arrival is shaken by the discovery of a murder in their shed. Taken in and supported by welcoming neighbors, they quickly learn the gossip of small town life over cup after cup of tea. Will they be able to solve the mystery murder and get settled in their new home or does danger continue to lurk?!

I love the way each quirky character compliments the next. They intertwine beautifully to bring the story to life! I couldn’t wait to keep turning pages and get the answers!This is the first book of a series that I can not wait to continue reading!

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by April McCoy

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I LOVED this book! It was full of mystery and suspense and was just sort of quirky. The characters were all so well developed and what a tale it was! Moving to a new town is bad enough but when you find a dead body in your shed and are in the midst of a custody fight it tends to be a whirlwind. The sleuthing group was phenomenal and I couldn’t have put this one down if I’d tried! I can literally not wait to see what else comes from the series!!!!

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a great start to a new series! I loved the small town of Fayette and all of the colorful people who live there. The author did a great job of drawing me into the story and describing the town and townsfolk. I loved how realistic the characters all were. Like they are people you could imagine in your everyday life. Naomi, her daughter Ella and their very helpful tea drinking neighbors Barbara and Ingrid, make up an amazing quartet of women that just works. This was a delightful cozy murder story, with plenty of heart and humor. I can’t wait to see what happens next in the town and I am hopeful for a bit of romance for Naomi in the coming novels.

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Katie Matthews

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a wonderful read this book was. Firstly I have to say I loved the title of the story, it certainly grabbed my attention and the cover for the book is so pretty. I don’t usually pay much attention to book covers but this one is lovely. This was a fun cozy mystery read and one that kept my attention from beginning to end. It was really entertaining to read. The main characters Naomi and Ella were great to read about and I loved Ingrid and Barbara too!
I am so excited for this new series and if this first book is anything to go by its going to be a brilliant one! I can’t wait for book 2!

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a new to me author and I really enjoyed this story!
I’m usually pretty good at figuring out either who the bad guy is but this one I was wrong! (Which was a good thing means the author left you guessing)

I really liked the characters in this book, they were relatable and realistic. I want to get to know more of this small town and all the different people we met or hear about in this book.
I will be reading more from this author if this book is anything to go off of.

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Spot of Earl Slay is the first book in the Tea Time Troubles series. I chose to read it simply off the name and cover art. I thought it was very cleaver and it sounded interesting. It is the first time I have read this author, and I am impressed. I was pulled in instantly, and kept engaged throughout. I love the characters and the quick connection they have with each other. Ella is hilarious, Naomi is brave and strong, and Barbara and Ingrid are super entertaining. They seem like they have a lot of history, and I liked hearing bits and pieces revealed. The ending was left a mystery, and I was no where near solving who the murderer was. That being said, I struggled with so many secondary characters. I am not sure I kept them all straight. Everyone seems to be related to someone else. In true small town way. It took me a while to mentally outline who everyone was to make the ending click. I look forward to the rest of the series. It was a quick cozy mystery that I enjoyed.

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a mystery story this is such a fun and entertaining book! The characters and just amazing and I love the combination of the mother and daughter. With thr neighbours in support I thought the relationships worked perfectly with the storyline.
The story itself was really good. It was well thought out and a cute Cozy Mystery. This is a thoroughly enjoyable book that is worth the read.

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Amber Howard

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book so much and cannot wait to see where the series takes Naomi and Ella!

A Spot of Earl Slay takes us on a ride where Naomi and Ella are making a new start in a small town. Upon their arrival they discover a dead body. Needing somewhere to warm up while the police finish their investigation, they meet their neighbors Barbara and Ingrid. They become fast friends and together they try to solve the murder case. This story is quirky and fun. There are relatable topics and the story keeps you sucked in. I can’t wait for the next installment.

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Jamie Burns

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A Spot of Earl Slay is the first book in the Tea Time Troubles series by Aubrey Elle. Naomi and her daughter, Ella get more than they bargained for when they moved to Fayette looking for a fresh start after a nasty divorce. What secrets is the quaint town of Fayette hiding from Naomi and Ella? They soon find out that this might not be the fresh start they were looking for when they find a corpse in the shed. This book is hard to put down. So, get out your notebooks and get ready to investigate with the gang! I am looking forward to reading the second book, Death and Deja Brew!

A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Ashley Hasting

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Naomi and Ellie move away after the divorce to try and start fresh. Little did they know that someone was killed and put on their new property. Ellie is supposed to start at a new school soon, but joins the tea club girls to solve the mystery. So much drama happens. It’s great to read! 🙂

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love the title, I’m a tea and murder mystery addict so a play on that already had me amused. I was right to choose this book as the first page had me invested in Naomi and Ella’s lives. I enjoyed the way that Naomi was written, her thoughts felt genuine and realistic and then her interactions with her daughter within the first page already amused me.

Naomi and Ella are great characters, funny and clever. They felt real to me, the kind of people I’d happily spend an afternoon with – and that’s how it felt reading this.
I enjoyed being able to find them relatable, not only in the way they were written, but also in the issues they faced and obstacles to overcome outside of the murder. They’re up there in my favourite crime sleuths list!

Naomi and Ella are great, however they aren’t the only fun characters in this story. The book is filled with great characters, another two fun characters are the neighbours Barbara and Ingrid the tea drinking gossips – I absolutely loved their energy and they reminded me of a couple of friends.

This was such a fun and easy read that I would happily re-read, it was enjoyable and I got completely lost in it. I think I might have found my new favourite comfort series.
With all the fun characters, investigating and (most importantly) tea, I can’t wait to get my hands on book 2!

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book #1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Angela Hayes

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

A Spot of Earl Slay is the first book in the Tea Time Troubles series by Aubrey Elle. This is the first book in a new cosy mystery series, and if this book is anything to go by, the series is set to be great. A Spot of Earl Slay is a fun cozy mystery with all the ingredients needed to keep me flipping the pages to find out what happens. It introduces mother and daughter sleuthing team who, even though they are new to the area, take up the case when murder comes to town.
Full of intrigue, tension, quirky characters, crime and investigation, plenty of suspects danger, drama, ex-husband troubles, and a tea or two- really made for a fun read.
Bring on Book #2- Death and Deja Brew!
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Aubrey Elle!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Fun, easy cozy mystery to curl up to and such an enjoyable story. What happens when Naomi Front finally divorces her husband and uproots her daughter to a new home in a small town of Fayette? Nothing like arriving with what is the next step in their journey to hopefully come to a better place but rather be talk of the town moments upon arrival….yes a dead body at their new home’s shed. Who is this person and what happened?

Naomi’s neighbors, Ingrid and Barbara, whom are tea lovers at heart, try and “spill the tea” so to speak and try and piece together the puzzle of what become the newly deceased while also welcoming both Naomi and Ella into their little town. Secrets, money, lies and danger as trying to piece the clues together….will the ladies be able to solve this mystery before the the police while Naomi is battling her ex-husband and his family at the same time.

This is a very fun read…very enjoyable and the story really captured you right from the beginning. Can I say that Ingrid and Barbara (the neighbor ladies) were a total hoot! I am looking forward to getting my hands on book 2 of this series!

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Jenni Bishop

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Spot of Earl Slay is the first book in this fun new series by Aubrey Elle, the Tea Time Troubles series. I have not read anything by this author before and it was an easy read to settle into.
What exactly does the small town of Fayette hold in store for our characters hoping for a change of pace and a new start? The town is full of quirky characters and town gossips and the like.
This short story starts out with a corpse, an ex who wants to play hardball, and a plethora of suspects for this mother daughter duo to delve deep into investigating. It’s hard not to laugh when a teenager gets involved.
This fun cosy mystery finds amateur sleuths Naomi and Ella and their tea-loving friends trying to solve the mystery of the death of the town gossip. What kind of danger do they find lurking in the shadows?
If you like cosy mysteries pop in with a cup of tea and a biscuit and say hi to the gang.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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A Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle reviewed by Jessica Pritt

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book! I really liked that the main character is an older character and has a teenager. I really like overall the way she is and how she reacts to things. The main character, Naomi Front, is relatable and really enjoy that. I plan to continue on in the series.

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Shelly Kittell

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A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Oh my goodness, I do believe I have found my favorite cozy of the year. Naomi and Ella get the “Welcome Wagon” special of a dead body in their shed when they arrive at their new home. From gossiping neighbors to the Moody police chief, I found the cast of characters delightful and quite entertaining as I tried to figure out who did it. I loved the writing because it was kind of laid back and kind of like it was a neighbor sharing a story with you. Ella’s teen mouth will have you laughing as she holds nothing back. A definite must read.

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle

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When Naomi Front moves her teenage daughter, Ella, to the small town of Fayette, all she hopes for is a new start after an ugly divorce. But the mother-and-daughter duo have a rocky start on day one—finding the corpse of the local busybody in their storage shed.
 Welcomed into their neighbors’ house when the police arrive, Naomi and Ella quickly learn that the victim on their property is not likely to be missed. Gossiping over Earl Grey and biscuits, Barbara and Ingrid spill the tea about Fayette’s notoriously nosy citizen—Yasmin LeFluer. She never knew how to mind her own business and was even quicker to make enemies. Among her ex-husband, her sibling, and her friends, it seems the list of suspects will run long.
 Adjusting to a new home is hard enough. Faced with a murder victim having been shoved into her shed, though, Naomi struggles to get her footing. To make matters worse, Ella seems too intrigued, teaming up with Barbara and Ingrid, both to learn more about Fayette and how Yasmin wound up dead in their shed.
 As the case drags on, more danger lurks in the shadows. It’s plenty to worry Naomi, and it’s fodder for her ex-husband to stir up more trouble about Ella’s custody.
 With the help of their tea-loving neighbors, can Naomi and Ella find Yasmin’s killer? If they don’t, there’s no telling if their new take on life will be over before it truly begins.

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Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash reviewed by Jessica Pritt

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was wonderful! I was turning pages like crazy. I think Madame Chalamet will have her hands full with Twyla Andricksson but she will enjoy mentoring her so much. They built quite the relationship in this book. I can’t wait for the next book in this series.

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney – Review by Stephanie nicole

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When I first saw the cover of this book I knew right away that I wanted to read it. While this is the first book of the series I think it’s going to be a fantastic fun series to read. The main character is fun, quirky, and friendly. I absolutely loved that the author included the main character’s dog, and while this was not a traditional cozy mystery it was still a great one. There are plenty of twists and turns that make this not only an interesting read, but a fast read as well. So if your looking for your next amazing read, then make sure to pick this one up today.

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney – Review by Rayne East

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Very descriptive cozy mystery
This intriguing cozy mystery is a fun read. Lots of imaginative suspense and delicious muffins. The story draws you straight in and I really liked the eccentricities of the characters. A good quick read.

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney – Review by Sara Grantham

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery Series, and it was a very cozy novel. All about new beginnings and starting over with a murderous twist! It was an easy read and had a whole host of interesting characters that kept me intrigued. I will definitely be following along with the series to see where Delilah ends up next.

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney – Review by Faith Jackson

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was easy to follow and intriguing to say the least. I was excited about the murder mystery itself but the further you read, the more you get caught up in the lives of the characters, how the business is going and Snowflake Valley itself. This is not only a cozy mystery but very entertaining and fun!

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney – Review by Whisper Hymer

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Muffin Shop Murder by Holly Tierney is the first in her new Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery Series. It follows baker Delilah as she opens a bakery in Snowflake Valley, Idaho. Within the first few pages we are introduced to Delilahs’ down-to-earth, bubbly personality. Soon after the intrigue begins as mysterious letters, late-night visitors, and odd occurrences begin. The story is a nice and light read, however, I had imagined a murder mystery when I picked it up so I was surprised when there was no murder in the first few chapters. That being said, it is a good mystery with some interesting twists.

Reviewed by @whisperhymer

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney – Review by Tanya Wall, February 2023

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was a cute story, not the best ever, but good enough! It was a quick read with a good ending. I did enjoy the characters – they were fun. I wish that the book had totally drawn me in – it almost did, but just not quite. Delilah drove me bonkers! Even thought it isn’t a 4 star read for me, it might be for you.

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney – Review by April McCoy

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney

What is better than murder, mystery, and a character like Delilah. I just can’t with this book, so wholesome and easy to read. I enjoyed this cozy mystery in front of the fireplace with hot chocolate and it was perfect. Great storyline and characters!!!

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The Muffinshop Murder – Review by Taylor McGinnis

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you are like me and enjoy cozy mysteries, then this book is definitely one for you. This was my first book by this author and I was so pleased to have found such a great story from Holly Tierney. Delilah’s character was so fun and quirky. The storyline and the characters were very well developed, and this quick read was definitely worth the time.

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney- Review by Heather Knalls

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Delilah has moved to Snowflake Valley to open her bakery and live the life she imagined. Unfortunately things do not go exactly as planned for Delilah. Upon moving to Snowflake Valley she meets Nile a reporter for the local paper and his girlfriend,Elinor, who hopes to become instant friends. Crazy things are happening in Snowflake Valley and no one really sees them, but they all revolve around things that happened at the bakery prior to her moving there. Delilah is beginning to regret her move but she’s not going to stop until she finds out why these things are happening.

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney – Review by Toni Sellers

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Very cute, fast easy read. Fantastic quirky characters and a fun mystery. We meet Delilah Crumbworhty and she is new to Snowflake Valley, where she opens a muffin shop in a place that was once a bakery. This is where the mystery begins. Few twists and turns, all in all a great book. I will definitely read the next.

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney – Review by Christine Baranek

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Muffin Shop Murder
By: Holly Tierney

This was the sweetest mystery book I’ve read lately. It truly has a small town feel and just the most wonderful characters. Delilah is such a fun character, I enjoyed how she handled the various predicaments that we thrown her way. I also loved Nile and Elinor, I thought Elinor was laugh out loud funny. I really enjoyed the small town feel of Snowflake Valley. This was definitely a cozy mystery. I loved it so much! This is my first Holly Tierney Book but it definitely won’t be my last!

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