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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set #1 (Dangerous Curves Books 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Angela Hayes

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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian MysteriesDangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian Mysteries by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

Dangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian Mysteries by K.L. Montgomery is such a fun way to spend an afternoon curled up with a great read. This boxed set contains the first three books in the Dangerous Curves series, so it is a great way to plunge into the series and really get a feel for the characters and Ms. Montgomery’s wonderful writing and storytelling. Not to mention the fact that it’s great value for money- three books in one!
I fell in love with our quirky librarian, Sunshine Baker, right from the get go- she is such a great character. She and the rest of the Bryce Beach gang really make these stories all the more interesting and fun. This is one series that I will happily one-click no questions asked- as I know that what ever Ms. Montgomery produces, I am going to love.
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Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery is the first book in the Dangerous Curves series. Sunshine is thrust into danger, when she investigates the theft of a priceless town artefact and the proceeds of the annual fundraising ball. With the help of her friends, they are determined to get to the bottom of it all before it’s too late.

Mystery at the Marina: A Cozy Christian Mystery is the second book in the Dangerous Curves series. Again, Sunshine are her friends are thrust into a mystery that has them investigating the sudden and mysterious death of the local marine life which is washing up on the shore. But things get a bit complicated, and definitely not what they seem. Are Sunshine and her friends up to the task?

Shooting at the Shore: A Cozy Christian Mystery is the third book in the Dangerous Curves series. Trouble never seems very far away for Sunshine Baker and her friends. This time a murder disrupts town life and brings danger with it. Can Sunshine figure it out in time?

I am really looking forward to the rest of the series to see what Sunshine and the gang get up to next!!!

Thank you K.L Montgomery!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Heather Lovelace

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Oh my word – this book!! I love a good cozy mystery and this beautiful work fell into my lap at the best time. I loved how it started. I was immediately pulled in and immediately connected with our main character. She is sassy and spunky and makes cat costumes – how awesome is that?! Just loved this book and cannot wait to read more from this author.

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Kayla Bullock

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved Hazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio. This book is such a fun read. When Sarah Danger and her boss, Jeff, are called to Hawaii to investigate what seems to be the beginnings of an outbreak, Sarah is excited to go but skeptical of the case. Once they are on the island, the team gets so much more than they bargained for.

Sarah Danger is such a likeable character, and relatable. Her humor comes through in small ways throughout the story, which I really liked. The story itself is fun, a mystery solving adventure unlike any I have read before! I can’t wait to read the next installment in the Doctor Danger series. I could easily see this series becoming some of my favorites of all time!

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was like a breath of fresh air when it comes to mysteries. Sarah Danger, a clairempath, works as a PI in-training for her friend’s, Jeff, agency. They take a case in Hawaii that involves a mystery virus that is spontaneously heating people up from the inside. They will be investigating what caused it; whether natural or supernatural. Once on the big island, Jeff has a minor heart attack which puts him on bed rest. This leaves Sarah to step up to lead investigator. She isn’t too sure but she does what needs to be done. With the help of the rest of the team, Sarah interviews the people involved and hikes the volcano park where the scene seemed to start. Needless to say, Volcano activity; Pele; cheating; revenge; and rituals are all part of the puzzle. A lot of puzzle solving with this one. Good book that leaves you thinking. Intriguing facts about Hawaii and Hilo. Highly recommend.

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BOY RELEASED (BOY SERIES BOOK 2) by JD Spero – Review by Ayla Eddy

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Boy ReleasedBoy Released by J.D. Spero
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read the first book and fallen in love with the different characters that JD Spero captured in the multi point of view telling in the first book I could not wait to read on to see what happened to them. I would recommend reading Boy on Hold first. The story takes place ten years after the conclusion of Boy on Hold and is told in similar multi character point of view. Tyler is released from rehab at the psychiatric ward, Hen is now 17 about to receive his inheritance from Sally Hubbard, and Marcella has moved the family to the Blue Palms Motel, her new business. An unfortunate event occurs at the Motel involving Marcella and this time Tyler is the only witness. The old saying “The past comes back to haunt us” rings true as Tyler is turned into a suspect due to his past. Marcella knows the truth, but proving her son innocent is not an easy task.

The book is well written and draws you in. I simply could not put the book down. The depth of the characters feels real allowing you to relate to them. Though they are fictional they could easily be real people with real struggles of today. JD Spero captures the struggles of mental illness, schizophrenia in this case, on both individual and the family in her books.

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Angela Hayes

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

Hazard in Hawaii is the first book in the Doctor Danger Mystery series by Heather Silvio. This is such a fun little mystery which was all the more interesting with the use of paranormal and supernatural elements that were interwoven through it. I have read most of Ms. Silvio’s books now and know I can count on her to always deliver a story that will engross me from beginning to end- and this book was no different- in fact it’s taken the top spot as my favourite read from her, so far.
I loved the characters, the intriguing story, and all the clever little touches that Ms. Silvio sprinkled throughout her story. So, if you love a cozy mystery, paranormal threads, a tropical paradise setting, and a fun plot then you really won’t want to miss this book.

Thank you, Heather Silvio!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Gillian Fawell

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! As a cat lover myself, I have been to cafes with kitties roaming and I could just picture Ellie and the rest of the townspeople enjoying spending time with all the feline characters! Especially Templeton! The mystery aspect was very well written and kept me guessing and turning the pages to find out what would happen next! Can’t wait to read more in this series!

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Cafe Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by LaBeccah Davis

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you love cats and mysteries and finding love in the most unexpected places this is the book for you! By the time I was finished with the books, I felt like I knew each of the cats that were mentioned author Ruth Hartman does very well detailing each cat’s personality without causing you to lose interest! I promise you are going to want to adopt each and every cat at the Kitty Beret Cafe, I know I do!!!!

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Rayne East

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Island mystery with a sidekick of fun!
What a fun ride. The mystery kept me guessing and the twists and turns kept me on my toes. I really enjoyed the blend of paranormal, mythology and cozy mystery. The characters were so quirky and really kept the story flowing along. The way that Sarah describes her empathic abilities and how she uses them was fascinating. I highly recommend this for teens and up.

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

First book by this author and I loved it! Between the cats, Ellie the main character, her business and just the whole town feel kept me intrigued and hooked.

I loved trying to figure this out as i was reading and I was way wrong! I hope this is a series as I want more

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Stephanie Nicole

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio is an amazing, intriguing, one of a kind story that will leave you guessing until the very end. The plot is wonderfully woven to keep the reader on the edge of their seats, the characters are just as equally amazing and Ms. Silvio really captured a lot of great Hawai’ian lore and culture. I love how there is a paranormal twist and while I thought early on I had this book all figured out I was definitely wrong. So if your looking for a great book with a littler paranormal, and a little mystery this weekend then I highly recommend Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio.

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman. This is such a fun cozy mystery. Its the story of Ellie Warren who owns a cafe and also likes to re home and help stray cats. The cafe is a cat friendly cafe and the customers love to interact with all of them. Templeton is one of Ellie’s favorite cats and he seems to know how to get into trouble without really trying! When a woman is found murdered right behind her cafe Ellie is thrown right in the middle of the investigation and the woman’s husband comes into her cafe and threatens her! Detective Simon Dare is on the case and he happens to be very cute. Ellie wants to find her own clues to help solve the murder but getting closer to the cute Detective is an added bonus. This fun and funny book about cats, humans and murder is so good. You won’t want to put it down!

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Desiree Ottinger

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first time reading this author and it will not be the last! I loved the story from the get go!

Sarah, the main character, is so down to earth and relatable (sans the paranormal stuff) that I couldn’t help but relate to her! Her colleagues are just as easily relatable. I enjoyed how the author wrote the mystery like I was standing right beside Sarah watching everything happen with her. She described the areas she was at and transitioned well from one place to the next!

This is a clean read with no strong language or intimate moments. It did talk about other characters having affairs, but no details. I will be keeping an eye out for more Dr. Danger books since Sarah is technically “not yet!” a doctor!

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Hairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Erica Shoebridge

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a really lovely book that I thoroughly enjoyed. I am a recently converted cat-lover, and I about fell in love with the idea of a cat café. So many lovely kitties in this story, and their owner/protector extraordinaire Ellie Warren is a great protagonist. She has a huge heart, and doesn’t abide people taking advantage of her. I enjoyed trying to put the clues together about the identity of the murderer (I failed!) and seeing how the drama played out. The flirtation between Ellie and hottie officer Simon Ward spiced up the novel as well. A couple of the details of the case were a bit more convenient than I think would happen in real life, but honestly the writing and the story just charmed me. I just read the final page, and I’m still smiling about how adorable this book is. If this sounds like your cup of tea, I highly recommend it!

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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set #1 (Dangerous Curves Books 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian MysteriesDangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian Mysteries by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book 1 – Betrayal At The Beach
This book is quite entertaining. Sunshine is the YA librarian in the Bryce Beach library. She has been in charge of putting together the annual gala. The night of the gala, the charitable donations and the town’s founding fathers bible are stolen. Who did it? Camille, the Mayor’s wife, and her evil clique? Maybe a coworker? Or someone you never would have thought of. Sunshine’s boss wants her to be the point person because she was in charge of putting it together. That means working with the handsome Chief James who tells her to stick with librarianship. With the help of Molly and God, Sunshine sets out to find the culprit. They have no qualms about snooping, spying, stalking or tricking; whatever it takes within legal limits. I found myself laughing because this is clean, funny and entertaining. The characters are quirky and a little stereotypical. I like to hang around libraries so they fit into what I’ve experienced. The book references are hilarious. Her parents are a hoot. The town is perfect for this type of mystery. I could not help but picture a town like Mayberry with the odd characters, though with a modern feel. The mystery was smooth, yet, challenging. I did not see that ending coming. Every time I thought I solved it, the author threw a twist. Perfect. Highly recommend.
Book 2 – Mystery At The Marina
Dead fish, a shark, and a whale, Sunshine wants to know what’s going on with this. There’s no reason for this and to her, there seems to be a coverup. Too many secrets and not enough answers. Sunshine and Molly again hit the trail looking for answers. Nothing is ever as it seems. Drugs, high school acquaintances, secrets, and many more. Sunshine will dig to the core. Chief James reminding her along the way to stick to librarianship while loosening up a bit towards her. I would love to see these two date. Along with asking Jesus to take the wheel, Sunshine just knows how to make a mystery fun and still get into danger and somehow come out in one piece. All I can say is “by the grace of God.”
Book 3 – Shooting On The Shore
Mrs. Monroe is found dead on the beach. Having been the last one to talk to her, Sunshine is shocked to hear this news. The ladies at the library want her to figure out who the murderer is. They will do anything to help. Family secrets are due to come out when Sunshine learns there is Mrs. Monroe wrote a memoir. The Boxbury’s and the Monroes have a long twisted history and Sunshine, the library ladies and Chief James will again sift through the town adventures and memories to get to the bottom of things. Things between the Chief and Sunshine seem a lot more relaxed. She has another admirer letter, who could it be???? You just must read this series. Good, clean, entertaining fun with a wonderful mystery that will keep you on your toes. The author leaves you thinking you solved but, nope, plot twist. I am loving this series. This author is now on my favorite list.
Great set. Highly recommend.

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed this cozy mystery novel with a paranormal twist which had me hooked from start to finish. I loved the heroine of the story Sarah Danger, who is working towards her PhD and working as a Private Investigator Assistant. Sarah travels to the Big Island of Hawaii when locals begin to fall ill and one man has already died having been boiled alive from an unexplained fever-illness. To start with Sarah is just excited to have flown to a tropical paradise with her boss and thinks that there will be a perfectly good scientific reason behind this illness, but she starts to think that maybe it’s not a scientific explanation they are looking for. When her boss has a heart attack Sarah is forced into a leadership role and relies on her background in comparative mythology and her empath abilities to solve this intriguing case and save lives.
This is an enjoyable and engaging supernatural mystery with a fast paced storyline which has plenty of action, plot twists and quirky characters to keep any reader happily turning the pages. I loved Sarah as the main character and thought that she bought the story together and I felt like I was solving the mystery alongside her. The descriptive narrative really bought the beautiful setting of Hawaii to life and really set the seen of the mystery. I enjoyed learning about Hawaiian folklore which was sprinkled throughout the story. This was a fun read and a great introduction to Sarah Danger and the start of this new series by an author who is new to me, and I look forward to book two.

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Kerry Baker

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio is the first book in the A Doctor Danger Mystery series. This is a brilliant start to a new series and I fully enjoyed the book from start to finish. I really loved the main character of this book. Even before I started reading I got the sense that I would connect with her and I definitely did. She was so engaging and relatable. She definitely enhanced the whole story.
This isn’t the first book that I have read by this author and I like how this felt completely different to her other series. I could see the clear writing style but the story and the characters were all their own. I really enjoyed this book and I can’t wait to see what the rest of the series brings.

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Wendy Wary

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

While there were some things I liked about the book, I felt like the story could have better flow, overall. The quirks about the cats and their personalities, as well as Ellie’s little comments about them, were cute, fun, and interesting; I really loved Templeton and all of the shenanigans he pulled. Unfortunately, I didn’t feel like most of the human characters felt very realistic or had much depth to them. A group of cat-haters protesting inside a cat cafe didn’t strike me as very plausible, and some of the dialogue between the various characters who seemed to harbor unknown grudges against Ellie seemed stiff and awkward. The mystery did keep me guessing, and I’d suspect someone who loves cats would really gobble this book up with delight; they are certainly the stars of the story. In the end, it wasn’t really my cup of tea, but I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the book to some of my cat-loving friends.

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Amy Brennan

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

To be frank, I only just really became a cat lover over the last couple of years. I grew up always having dogs and have always favored them by far. I picked up this novel initially because I was feeling like I needed a change of pace with respect to the genre I have been quite keen on, and also I thought this was one of the most thought out titles I’ve come across as of late. Mysteries, especially murder mysteries are typically not something I’ve ever shown any interest in before, but I’m quite glad to have started on this Kitty Beret Café Mystery adventure.

Ruth J. Hartman does a spectacular job at setting the scene in which we explore within this novel, and an even better one at allowing the reader to get to know each of the characters involved. Ellie Warren is the owner of the Kitty Beret Café which is what and who the whole plot line revolves around. She is a sweet, single, cat loving café owner and operator that adores her dear fur babies and enjoys supporting and contributing to her community. You can tell right from the get-go that she has a big heart and will do everything she can to nurture and protect her loved ones. Unfortunately, the warm fuzzy feeling you get from visualizing this sweet cat café is short lived, as things start to get sideways for Ellie, and a murder victim is discovered right out behind her business, and she suddenly finds herself in the middle of the murder investigation. How intriguing!

I love the way that Ruth puts the time and effort into bringing new ideas, and scenery into this book, and the way she makes you want to keep reading, because so many questions are left unanswered. I personally look forward to the next Kitty Beret Café Mystery installment, as I want to know more about Ellie, her special furry friend Templeton, her Nana, and the detective that was on the murder case. The only thing I did find, was that there seemed to be A LOT happening at times, and I felt as though I was reading a series, rather than just one book. I did find it took away from the primary plot, but did find it to be quite enjoyable, nonetheless. Keep them coming, I’ll be keeping an eye out for the next book. Thank you, Ruth!

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in a new series for this author which I enjoyed from start to finish. This is a suspenseful story that I found to be fast paced and hard to put down. I enjoyed how the characters were connectable and how they kept the story engaging. The author’s use of details not only kept me turning pages but also brought the story to life. I enjoyed watching the growth in this story and wanting to know what happened next. This is a story about a group of locals becoming ill from something unknown and an assistant investigator who is on the case. Sarah is excited when she is called to work on a case with her boss. She is faced with using her abilities to solve a case that could just turn deadly for her. Will she be able to solve this case in time or will she be next? I really enjoyed what she brought to the story and how the secondary characters are supportive of her character. The twists and turns had me second guessing in parts. This is a great suspenseful story that I would highly recommend.

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Potager Plot (A Backyard Farming Series Book 5) by Vikki Walton

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Potager Plot (A Backyard Farming Series Book 5) by Vikki Walton
Genre – Cozy mystery (small town, amateur sleuth, with cats), Cozy mystery with romance
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Anne Fremont is branching out into creating garden plans for town residents. After Anne finds Billie, the garden club president dead, something doesn’t add up.
While her client’s death appears accidental, rumors of affairs and troubling questions emerge. Anne knows the truth hides in the tiniest details. As she digs further, more dirt is revealed into the lives of the garden club members. It appears someone may have silenced Billie to keep their secret hidden.
Can Anne discover the killer before they plant her—forever?
Potager Plot is the fifth book in the witty Backyard Farming series by Vikki Walton. If you enjoy sassy sleuths and clever clues along with light-hearted humor and sweet romance all tied up in a clean cozy mystery, grab this book today.

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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Erica Shoebridge

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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian MysteriesDangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian Mysteries by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really liked this set of books featuring amateur sleuth/librarian Sunshine Baker. She is a loveable character, one who genuinely enjoys her role as YA book librarian, introducing great stories to the teens of the town. She also can’t help her curiousity when trouble is afoot in her small town. The first book, Betrayal at the Beach was a great introduction to Sunshine and her community. Unwilling to just let crimes happen, especially in HER library, she jumps into action to solve the mystery of stolen funds and the Founder’s bible. Mystery at the Marina is an excellent follow-up, though more than once I found her a little too nosey for my liking… not everything is your business, Sunshine! Shooting at the Shore follows in a similar vein, and as Sunshine is now making a name for herself, she goes to work figuring out who killed a beloved matriarch of Bryce Beach.

These books do live up to the ‘cozy mystery’ vibe well. The reader can follow along as Sunshine puts together clues, and guesses along with her what might have occurred. Sunshine is Christian, but it isn’t an overwhelming theme, just a part of who she is and what she believes. I appreciated that the work wasn’t in the least preachy, just an aspect of her beliefs and community. These are an enjoyable set of books that I definitely recommend!

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hairballs and Homicide drew me in just from the title. The book cover is cute, not intense, so I knew it would be a light hearted mystery. I am glad I took a chance, because this book was great. It was a little cheesy at the end, but it was funny throughout and kept me engaged wondering who the murderer was going to be. The biggest downfall, is I now want to adopt ALL THE KITTIES! I wish this café was in my hometown so I could go and love on all the cats, and people watch all the quirky people that hang out there. I love that the author gave each cat a name and personality, as well as all the café patrons. We got to know several of the townsfolk, and that was fun. Ellie is also such a fun personality, and I hope she has a steamy relationship with Detective Simon in the next book. I look forward to reading more by Ruth Hartman.

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Kerry Carr

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a captivating  mystery that had me gripped from the first page. I loved how there is a mixture of myths from the Island that contribute to this story. It is fast paced and full of twists that you never see the end until you get there.

When 1 man dies of a condition where he is basically boiled alive, Sarah Danger and private investigator Jeff are hired to find out what is causing this mysterious illness.

When Jeff suffers a heartattack it is left to Sarah to try and solve this mystery herself. With no indication that it is caused by anything medical she now has to look at something a bit more supernatural. This leads her down a path of myths of the Island, links people would rather you didn’t know about and a connection the a volcano that had suddenly got very active.

You will be gripped from beginning to end to find out the root cause of this illness and wondering if they can save the man who according to the first death has 7 days to live.

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a brand new author for me, and seriously they had me hooked! I literally could not put this one down! The characters and the plot and how everything entwined as things happened and were pieced together I was left constantly wanting more!

This novel follows a mystery on an island. People are getting sick, and I mean really sick. Its a mystery at hands for sure, but to what cause? Hawaii is a very nice place and well cared for, but why are the people dying from a sickness that seems to kill them in horrid and bizarre ways?

Then we have Sarah here. She is a lead investigator assigned to this mystery and this case. She struck me as someone right off the bat as she will get to the bottom of it no matter what. Would she though? That was the most true question at hands. Sarah trying to figure this out, but it seems to prove more difficult than the obvious statements would have let on! All in all, this mystery and the less obvious behind why the illness that is killing people was more intriguing than I would have ever thought.

I tend to be a scientist myself, believing there is always a explanation to very issue. In this case it really had me scratching my head. Nothing was adding up. No sense of a infection causing these things…what could it be? Perhaps something more less of not of a common issue of this world maybe?

Sarah had a sharp mind and she was very much a inquisitive individual. She had good group of people in her life, and together they were working together to figure out what was going on. As I read on I had my suspicions, and I will admit, I was off. It was not what I guessed and the true conclusion to the mystery was even better my own thoughts. It wrapped up very nicely! And the author defiantly used her tricks’ to keep myself as the reader in suspense to keep reading to figure out what is going on this island!

I loved Sarah so much. She was such a kick ass awesome character. As well as her I loved reading about Hawaii, I truly felt at times of my duration of this book that I was on the case with Sarah and the gang trying to figure things out, and draw clues to piece together in this puzzle! The author is great at the suspense and the word building, and they did an amazing novel! I will for sure be reading the next in the series and see what new dangers Sarah and her group face and have to figure out! This was a fun, fast paced read full of amazing components as well as these characters! I highly recommend reading!

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BOY RELEASED (BOY SERIES BOOK 2) by JD Spero – Review by Jo Frizzell

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Boy ReleasedBoy Released by J.D. Spero
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was fabulous! Revisiting these characters after ten years of their normal lives was inspired. Their relationships are so genuine and it’s clear that each relationship matters to each of them. Hen, on the cusp of adulthood, facing such challenging struggles and still rising to meet them is an inspiration to everyone. Family is so central in this book, and it’s just so gritty but also intimate in a way that captures reality at its most difficult.

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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set #1 (Dangerous Curves Books 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by M Policicchio

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dangerous Curves Boxed Set #1 (Dangerous Curves Books 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery

4 out of 5 stars

This box set begins with Betrayal at the Beach. A delightful leap into the world of Sunshine Baker and her small town of Bryce Beach. Sunshine is the YA Librarian at the town library. She has planned a gala fundraiser to secure funds that had been reduced from the town budget. During the gala, the funds and a priceless town relic are stolen. Sunshine doesn’t feel that the local police are doing a good job of finding the guilty party. Sunshine and her merry band of librarians start their own investigation. Could Sunshine find the culprit before the relic disappeared and the money vanished for good?

The set continues with Mystery at the Marina. Sunshine and her gang of resourceful librarians are at it again when wildlife starts washing up on the shores dead. Sunshine butts heads with the Chief of Police while trying to figure out what was going on in her town’s marina. Sunshine thinks she can assist with the investigation, just like she did before. This investigation leads Sunshine and her crew into hot water. Will Sunshine be able to figure this out before she gets boiled?

The set wraps up with Shooting at the Shore. Sunshine gets involved in the murder investigation of a dear friend and town leader, Willa Bryce Monroe. Sunshine uncovers the family secrets that ultimately led to Willa’s death. Sunshine also makes a startling revelation regarding the newest teen patron and artist helping out in the library. Will the town ever be the same when the secrets come to light?

K.L. Montgomery gives us life in a small coastal town. I want to be friends with Sunshine and help her solve mysteries. The characters, big and small, human and animal, make the town more entertaining. The relationships between characters are enjoyable and real, from the friendships to siblings. Sunshine stands out but without her friends and teen assistants, she couldn’t solve the mysteries or remain employed!! I love the secret admirer that is carried throughout the novels. I think I know who it is, but only time will tell! Can’t wait for the next chapter in this series.

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As a book lover, a fan of cozy mysteries and a cat lover this novel is absolutely perfect as it combines all three! I loved this heartwarming and original story by a new author to me Ruth J. Hartman, and I will definitely be reading more of her books. This is the first in the ‘Kitty Beret Café Mysteries’ series and introduces the reader to the Kitty Beret Café and its owner Ellie Warren. The author does a great job of setting the scene, so much so I could picture myself (and my cat) at the café. As well as running the café, Ellie finds forever homes for rescued cats, but not everyone is a fan of cats and one lady in particular makes her opinion known to Ellie in front of a full café. Unfortunately that same women is then discovered murdered behind her cafe and her husband believes Ellie is the murderer. Thankfully Detective Simon Dare is less convinced that Ellie is a suspect but the handsome Detective is not impressed when she decides to investigate herself along with her cat Templeton, of course. Templeton is very good as supplying clues and soon Ellie is discovering the identity of the murderer but she is unaware that she has put herself in their sights and is in danger.

The storyline flows well and is a lighthearted and fun read. The plot is full of quirky characters, drama, a murder mystery to solve and even romance, along with cats to keep you hooked and happily turning the pages. The descriptive narrative really brings both the quirky characters and the unique setting of the café to life and I felt completely immersed in the story. I was kept guessing as to the identity of the murderer and enjoyed solving the crime along with Ellie. I just wish I had a place like the Kitty Beret Café that I could visit along with my cat! An enjoyable and engaging read and I am already looking forward to book two.

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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set #1 (Dangerous Curves Books 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Dangerous Curves Boxed Set #1 (Dangerous Curves Books 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery

Dangerous Curves Boxed Set is the first three books in the Dangerous Curves Series by KL Montgomery. This is a Cozy Christian mystery that once you start reading you won’t want to put it down till you finish. Each story has murder mystery and characters that make you feel as if you are right there with them trying to solve the case. Sunshine Baker is a Librarian and she tries to solve each mystery. These stories are easy to read and even more fun to try and figure out the case. I highly recommend reading this Boxed Set. I can’t wait to see what she brings us next.

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio
Genre – Supernatural mystery; paranormal thriller
Page Count – 200 pages
Cover Designer – Chloe Belle Arts

One man is dead, boiled alive by an unexplained fever-illness. He is just the first.
When locals fall ill on the Big Island of Hawai‘i, a team with a reputation for solving unusual cases is recruited to discover why.
Assistant investigator Sarah Danger can barely contain her excitement at being flown with her boss to a tropical paradise. After all, she expects this is a client overreaction to a natural event, and a routine medical explanation for the deadly fever-illness will surely come.
But hidden beneath the lush beauty of Hawai‘i is something that science can’t explain, and the key to saving everyone may well be as old as the Big Island itself. When unexpectedly thrust into a leadership role, Sarah must rely on her empath abilities and background in comparative mythology to solve the case. Can she uncover the truth in time, or will she fall victim herself?
Don’t miss out on the supernatural mystery of the Hazard in Hawaii from the author of the Paranormal Talent Agency.

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