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Musical Murder Mystery Box Set #1 by K.L. Montgomery-Review by Amanda Kimble

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1: Cozy Theater Mystery Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery

These aren’t the first books I’ve read by the author. Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set is amazing. The books are great and you’ll have a hard time putting it down.

The Sound of Murder (Musical Murder Mystery #1)

Ruby has already been traumatized by the death of her former castmate and mentor. She was framed for the murder and once she was cleared she helped solve it. After a couple of months she’s back to doing her job. Only problem is another murder happens. The quote I chose for Ruby is: “Now you’re just making fun of me. Don’t forget that it’s also the home of the Indiana Hoosiers, Little 5, and, of course, the world -renowned Melody Street Players.”

West Side Murder (Musical Murder Mystery #2)

Ruby has another solved murder under her belt. She doesn’t want to do it again. Or does she? This time it’s another castmate. She doesn’t know what’s going on and she sure as heck doesn’t like it. The quote I chose for Ruby is: “I guess dating just isn’t in the cards for me right now since I took this job, and it basically involves traveling most of the year. It’s good, though. I’m enjoying it, and I’m figuring out who Ruby Ecco is a little more with each production.”

Little Shop of Murder (Musical Murder Mystery #3)

Ruby has three solved murders under her belt now. She’s also in a long distance relationship with someone she met in the first book. Can she solve the case her boss had put her on? The quote I chose for Ruby is: “Rudy…I think you’re awesome, but…Well, I still feel like you’re just this character in the show of my life that swoops in and then back out again. I still feel like I’m playing a role when I’m with you.”

Highly recommended for Cozy Mystery lovers.

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Musical Murder Mystery Box Set #1. Book Review by Jennifer Ramos

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Montgomery brings such an original concept to a murder mystery of bringing the stage of musicals into these three fun-filled, page-turnings stories. The main character and mystery solver, Ruby, is part of a traveling musical troupe and although the casting directors may not feel as though she has leading lady material, she certainly excels in sleuthing. Aspects of these stories reminded me of Nancy Drew is how a mystery follows her and feels the need to solve the case.
During the tour of the musical, The Sound of Music, one of the casted nuns, Mother Abbess is murdered and it is up to Ruby to find out how and why. Then in West Side Murder, the traveling musical troupe end up in Florida where the mystery takes back a few years ago of a dead body found at a local retirement community’s golf course. Finally in Little Shop of Murder takes the troupe back to their hometown of Bloomington, Indiana with their production of Little Shop of Horrors and the horrors of the musical is what is feared to becoming a reality.

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Stephanie Nicole

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This box set was so much fun I devoured the whole thing before I knew it. The story lines were amazing, the characters were well developed, and of course the musical/theatre aspect if it was amazing. This whole series follows Ruby and her theatrical friends, but Ruby seems to find bodies in the most unusual places. Trust me when I say that you will have a ball following her and her friends on the journey to uncover the mystery. After reading these three I sure hope there is more because I can’t wait to see what Ruby and her friends get into next.

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Christine Baranek

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by
By: K.L. Montgomery
5*

This is such a fun box set. I love Ruby Ecco, she is such an amazing character. However, craziness and murder seem to follow her and her whole cast of musical actors and actresses.
In book 1, Ruby is reeling from the recent events. She recently was involved in a murder. However, she was not the murderer or the murdered. She was the understudy of the girl who was murdered. This made her take over the new role. She has been given a back up role for the new musical. Everyone seems to be extra worried about her right now. It doesn’t take long for her to be embroiled in another murder. Another cast member turns up dead and Ruby is called to help solve the mystery.
In book 2, Ruby and her Musical Company are now in Florida. This is awesome because Ruby is near her only family, her grandparents. However, once again where Ruby goes murder follows. Someone in the retirement community has died and no one is willing to look more indepth into the murder. Ruby wants to help solve the case, but her grandparents aren’t so sure.
In book 3, Ruby is back in her hometown. Its nice to be back home, however, she is handed a long weekend off. She is invited to attend a wedding for her boss’s nephew. However, this isn’t as innocent as it sounds. Her boss is not sure about the woman her nephew is marrying. So she is sending Ruby and her detective skills to look more into the situation.
As a musical lover, I loved these stories. I truly enjoyed reading about Ruby. She was the most relatable and lovable character I have read recently. I found myself relating to her on so many levels. Her inner dialogue reminded me of myself. I cannot recommend this boxed set, and series, to anyone! They are so fun!

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Musical Murder Mystery Box Set #1 is a collection of fun cosy mysteries set around a travelling theatre troupe. I really enjoyed the first book, The Sound of Murder, so it was great to be able to read the next two as part of a box set!
This is a great series for theatre fans, particularly anyone who’s been involved in performances or dreams of going on the stage. You will most likely end up with songs from the shows stuck in your head for days after you’ve finished. Protagonist Ruby, a chorus girl with a knack for solving mysteries, likes to rewrite the lyrics of a song from the show she’s working on to help her get her head around the details of a case.
The titles of the books make it clear which musical each one is about – The Sound of Murder (The Sound of Music), West Side Murder (West Side Story) and Little Shop of Murder (Little Shope of Horrors). I like how the stories tie in with the musicals the troupe is performing – my favourite is West Side Murder where there’s a longstanding feud between different sections of a retirement community.
This box set gets five stars from me! It would be a great collection to bring on holiday, or read backstage while you’re waiting for your next scene…

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery. I love this author and I loved this Box set! This author has a way of writing about females who are not the public’s idea of perfect and makes them full of body positivity. I love that! Each book can be read as a standalone but I really enjoyed reading them in order. The series star is Ruby Ecco as she travels around the world with a touring theatre group. Ruby has the amazing ability to find clues for murders and she helps solve them. In the first book The Sound of Murder they travel to Asheville, North Carolina and visit the Biltmore Mansion. They are preforming a musical and its got catchy songs. The Second book is West Side Murder. This book sends us to Florida where Ruby gets to visit her grandparents while she is there for the show. The third book is Little Shop of Murder and it takes place during her boss’s nephews wedding and she is to attend as a spy. All of these books are fun, funny and just a great time. Do yourself a favor and read these fun books today!

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by April McCoy

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Musicals, Murders…. in a BOX SET.. Need I say more… Honestly K.L. Montgomery is one of my all time faves! Ruby is seriously a knockout character and I adore her! You won’t get more mystery, suspense, and enjoyment than right here! So well written and easy to read and just fun! I cannot wait to see what is next from the author! She does a stellar job every time! The perfect set of books to get lost in and enjoy for a while!

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Tanya Wall October 2022

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a three book set – fun musical mysteries with likeable characters! I found myself singing my way through each story! Ruby is part of a musical theater troupe that travels and performs. The trouble is wherever she goes, she has a mystery to solve. In book one, be ready to to hear the Sound of Music as Ruby and Nova solve the mystery of a death! In book two, West Side Story is the story – and guess what – another murder to solve. The Little Shop of Horrors brings back Rudy from book 1 – the mystery is one of catfishing.
These are lighthearted, fun reads. A go to if you are looking for something entertaining and fun!

Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This set combines 2 of my favorite things, musicals and murder mysteries.
I can’t pick a favorite of the 3 included in this set as each has its own draw to it to make them each unique and fun to read.
This author just has a way with her words to draw you in and immerse you into the story like you are there with all the characters, seeing and hearing everything they are. I found myself singing along with all the clues Ruby finds which was fun and different.

Must read!

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Musical Murder Series is definitely one of a kind. I like how each book flows easily into the next one. The way the author incorporates the musical the characters are working on in the story and the murder mysteries work really well together. All of the characters are very personable and are very in sync with each other. Also there is enough drama in the story, between the characters and the mystery to keep the story going and not focus on only one aspect at a time but multiple aspects.

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Julie McComas

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Only one word is needed to describe this set of books, and it is FUN! I know there’s murder, and possible catfishing, but these are a set of cozy mysteries you should read! The three books are titled after musicals: 1) The Sound of Murder (The Sound of Music), 2) West Side Murder (West Side Story), and 3) Little Shop of Murder (Little Shop of Horrors).

Ruby has a special way of remembering clues to each crime, and in The Sound of Murder I was singing her new version every time she added a clue. In West Side Murder, I laughed out loud at the antics in the retirement community (The Golfers and The Palmers). Some of the characters reminded me of people I know in real life. In Little Shop of Murder, there was a surprise ending.

All three of these books are entertaining, funny, and sweet with a little murder thrown in. They are well-written, characters are developed throughout the series, and each could stand alone. But you will get so much more enjoyment out of reading them in order.

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The sound of murder
What a fun and entertaining book this is. Ruby is such a great character. I found myself connecting with her immediately. I loved the mystery of the book too. This author is fantastic at creating brilliant stories that all had such a unique feel about them.
For me this book was made even better by the choice of musical – it left me singing the songs to myself and going back to watch the film. It gave me such a feeling of nostalgia and I think helped me to engage even more.
This author is easily one of my favourites and this book will show you why. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

West Side Murder
I really enjoyed being able to read more about the character of Ruby. She is so entertaining. This book can be read as a standalone story although I personally think you should read them in order to get a true feel for the characters.
This book was just as well written as the first, filled with just as much intrigued and mystery. I was hooked on this story as soon as I started reading it and it definitely kept me guessing to the end. This author has such a skill for writing incredible books and this is a perfect example.

Little Shop of Murder
I honestly think Ruby just gets better and better with each story. I am completely captivated by her each time I pick up one of these books and I could read about her for so much longer.
This book is filled with everything I have come to expect, not only from this series but this author. It is well written, thoroughly entertaining and full of mystery. I read this book so fast I was enjoying that much and I am already looking forward to my next book by this author.

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Musical Murder Mystery series is a great collection of funny, light hearted, sometimes suspense filled, mysteries. Each book can be read alone, as it has enough details provided. However, all 3 books follow Ruby Ecco as she travels around the country with a touring theater company. Each book relates to the play, and the characters are great. We meet Ruby, Rudy and Nova in the first book, and get to know them a bit more as the series progresses. For a good part of the first book, I thought there was for sure another book before it… There is a lot of references to past events and a previous murder Ruby was part of. After some research, I found that it is part of another series, by the same author, and now Ruby is getting her own series. I am curious to read the other book, as there is a lot of references to it and its main character Sunshine.
The Sound of Murder is the first book in the Musical Murder Mystery series. This book made me laugh a lot, which I did not expect. The characters Ruby and Nova are great, and I could really envision them. Ruby is very quirky and not your typical lead character, but I loved her even more for it!
West Side Murder is the 2nd book in the Musical Murder Mysteries series. It references 2 previous “cases” Ruby helped solve, though only one is in this box set. This is a very creative series, loosely mimicking the musical main character Ruby stars in. She seems to find trouble where she goes, and enjoys investigating and solving crimes in her spare time. I was happy to see the relationships with Nova and Rudy develop a bit more in this book. It had me laughing out loud several times.
Little Shop of Murder is the 3rd book in the Murder Mystery series. In this story Ruby and her friends work together to try to uncover a possible Catfish situation for her boss. It escalates and Ruby uncovers a Murder within the case. The ending is a shock, and I hope there are more books to come. I want to see what happens next for Ruby and Rudy as well as Nova and Noah.

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 (Musical Murder Mystery Series Books #1 – 3) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars

 

Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 contains the first three books in this fun ‘musical’ mystery series by K.L. Montgomery. They’re intriguing cozy mysteries- where each book has its own ‘musical’ theme…. The Sound of Music, West Side Story, and Little Shop of Horrors- which gives each book, and the series as a whole, its own unique feel and identity. But you don’t need to love musicals, or even know anything about them, to appreciate each story…..but, for me, knowing the musical added an extra sense of fun to my overall reading experience.
We have a recurring cast of characters, who are well-developed, fun, and quirky. Ruby is so easy to like and made the stories all the more fun and interesting. Each book contains its own ‘mystery- which Ruby (and Co) investigate and try to solve. As Ruby is part of a traveling theatre performance troupe, the mysteries take place in different places where the troupe is booked to perform.
This series of whodunnit’s comes with plenty of wit, charm, fun, crime and investigation, drama, suspense, some mayhem, antics, banter, danger, intrigue, and much more…. all cleverly choreographed by K.L. Montgomery into a wonderfully engaging reading experience.
The Box Set Contains:
-The Sound of Murder (Book #1)
-West Side Murder (Book #2)
-Little Shop of Murder (Book #3)

Well worth the read!
Happy reading!

Thank you, K.L Montgomery!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Penny Poulton

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Musical Murder Mystery has been a fabulous little read! As a bigger woman with a big voice, I totally related to Ruby in her struggles as an eternal ensemble member! I loved all of the references to my favourite musicals and the added bonus that this story combines my two favourite things: a good old ‘who dunnit’ and musical theatre! The writing is well structured, descriptive and immersive, even if I did get a little nervous about them tampering with all that evidence! All in all, a lovely read!

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Julie Johnson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Family friendly and full of fun!! Ruby isn’t the most outstanding actress and definitely not the star of the show but she sure loves a good mystery and this boxed set does not disappoint!

I am a musical lover and this series of books is such a happy and sometimes hysterical read! The Sound of Murder is a book based on the Sound of Music. Ruby gets to join a travelling troupe and her first real role is underway. What she didn’t expect is that one of her cast mates would be murdered. All of a sudden, Ruby’s focus is on solving the murder of her friend.

West Side Murder is based on the popular West Side Story. Instead of the Sharks and the Jets, we meet the Golfers and the Palmers. The focus of this story is on a murder that takes place in a local retirement community. While Ruby and her troupe are on tour, she finds herself in the middle of yet another mystery.

Little Shop of Murder is such a fun read!! I love all musicals but this one is a definite favorite and this story did not disappoint. Ruby and her troupe are performing “The Little Shop of Horrors” on stage when some things become more real than just acting out parts.

What I love about these books is the way that Ruby remembers details to solve her mysteries. She attributes them to musical numbers. I found myself singing along with her clues! This is a great cozy and clean set of books that will put you in a sing-songy mood for days!

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Ashley Hasting

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What I like about this is you easily get 2 stories. Each story perfectly flows to the next one so you can binge read! Ruby is a great character and solver. I love each musical and get into each mystery! Great job on the series!

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed this boxed set of wonderfully written cozy mystery stories, all with a musical theatre theme. Each story follows plus-size chorus girl, Ruby Ecco, as she and her travelling theatre troupe travel from city to city all over the world, performing musicals. However, everywhere the troupe goes there seems to be a murder, but luckily Ruby is an excellent amateur sleuth. In, ‘The Sound of Murder’, Ruby is just starting out with her new travelling theatre troupe as a chorus girl. When one of her cast-mates is murdered, Ruby goes into amateur sleuth mode in order to find out who the murderer is, and why they killed a women who was playing a nun!

In, ‘West Side Murder’, Ruby along with The Melody Street Players, are in town to perform at the local theatre. However, Ruby soon finds herself investigating a decade old case, of a body found on a local retirement community’s golf course. Police at the time said it was natural causes, but several of the West Vista del Boca residents are still convinced it was murder. Ruby’s investigations are complicated by the two rival factions, who are battling for control of the community council, but Ruby believes the ongoing war might explain what happened on the golf course. In the final story, ‘Little Shop of Murder’, Ruby finds herself attending her boss’s nephew’s wedding as a spy. Her boss wants her to do some sleuthing at a family wedding, as the groom’s younger brother appears to be dating a rather mysterious and elusive woman. Ruby fears that the horror on stage will spill over into real life, as every show seems to coincide with a murder!

I literally ‘binge read’ this boxed set, and was hooked from book one till book three. I love the heroine of the stories, Ruby, as she is such a likeable and relatable character, and so well defined that I felt as though I was alongside her as she did her sleuthing. The descriptive narrative brought both the settings and characters to life, making me feel fully immersed in each story. The storyline’s flowed well and the plots kept me guessing in each story. I enjoyed the added musical theatre references, and I definitely recommend this entertaining and engaging boxed set.

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Sheri Schrader

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 has books 1-3 of the series. The books included are The Sound of Murder, West Side Murder, and Little Shop of Murder. The series follows musical theater actress Ruby Ecco who has a knack for finding dead bodies in the most unusual circumstances. I have enjoyed this series, and I look forward to more adventures with Ruby in the future.
The Sound of Murder is the first book in the Musical Murder Mystery Book series. I was excited to find this new series by the author. I always enjoy her books, and this did not disappoint. Ruby is part of a traveling theatre troupe, and murder is afoot. But will Ruby find the culprit?
I love the theatrics of the theatre troupe and what this brings to the story. Also, I liked the character of Ruby. She wants to succeed but seems to get overlooked often. So it is a mixed bag when she gets to step up and take on a more significant role.
West Side Murder is the second book in the series. The actors are preparing for their tour of West Side Story, and Ruby is getting some time in with her grandparents in their retirement community. Ruby stumbles across an old unsolved murder. I enjoyed the development of Ruby’s character and getting to know the actors in the troupe.
Little Shop of Murder is the third book in this collection. In this story, Ruby is hired to help figure out a sticky situation. What later turns into a murder mystery and a more complex case for Ruby and others in the theater troupe. I enjoy the secondary characters and reading about Ruby’s budding romance with Rudy.

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 has three books that are fun and watching what Ruby and Nova get up to had me laughing. Not to mention the entertaining musical theatre. The girls find themselves in some sticky situations whilst doing their sleuthing as only these amateurs can do.

You will find yourself singing out loud and tapping your foot along with them not remembering you are on a bus and everyone is looking at you. I love that KL writes her characters as full figured with lots of flaws it makes them all the more relatable.

I look forward to more from KL.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a collection of cozy mysteries that literally was to die for! I absolutely fell in love with every mystery that unfolded right before my eyes! Ruby was a wonderful heroine!

I loved how each one was surrounding a cozy mystery around a theater and production. Ruby was a great character to relate to, larger than life outlook, and she was real as one can get. I enjoyed her insight and her quest for the truth. I found these books lovely, full of a good time, and funny at moments as well. I loved how Ruby was perfectly imperfect, and was in fact, human. I read these books. and laughed, gasped, smiled, you name it! So much to enjoy! I could not have asked for a better time! Loved this box set!

Wonderful author that really captivated me in every single book in this collection. I highly recommend these books in the box set as well as author! Must read for sure! Join Ruby and solve the mysteries!

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Shelly Kittell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Sound of Murder
The West Side Murder
Little Shop of Murder

Oh my goodness, Ruby finds herself in mixed in up in trouble again. The author does a fantastic job with this boxed trio of cozy murders set amongst a musical theater troupe. Ruby and her buddy, Nova, find themselves solving murders around famous musical plays. The stories are quite entertaining. They will have you rolling in laughter. You will probably even find yourself humming Ruby’s “clue songs” to the tune of songs from the play. I do love the stories because they are clean and wholesome. This is always a nice change for me. It is sooo very refreshing. The tone is light; yet, the mystery is always serious. The characters, both supporting and main, are well-developed and relatable. West Side Murder was my favorite as the main story involves a senior living community at odds. It was just like the plot of West Side Story. These were seniors with attitude. Loved everything about it. On top of it, she had to deal with a new boyfriend and whether or not she wanted a long distance relationship and a colleague out to get her (still waiting to see how that one will end up). This is quite the entertaining, exciting, and humorous set. I do believe that you must read this set. You’ll have a great time reading it and trying to figure out who did it. It’s not that easy to figure out. The author did a bang-up job hiding the killer. Jump in and solve the mysteries.

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Musical Murder Mystery Boxed Set #1 Books 1-3 by K.L. Montgomery

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Genre – Cozy Mystery, Clean
Page Count – 500
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This boxed set includes the following books:
The Sound of Murder
How do you solve a problem like a…murder?
Ruby Ecco has been a chorus girl her whole life. “You have a great voice and such a pretty face, but we don’t have a leading role for someone your size,” is what casting directors have always told her.
But she’s finally landed a nice gig, touring with a traveling theatre troupe. Being in the chorus affords her the opportunity to sightsee in every town they visit….and to shine in a brand-new role when one of her castmates turns up dead.
Can Ruby solve the mystery of what happened to Mother Abbess in their production of The Sound of Music? Would someone actually murder a woman who was in town to play a NUN?!
Ruby intends to climb every mountain on her quest to bring the murderer to justice…or else it might be so long, farewell for our favorite chorus girl!
West Side Murder
Something’s coming if Ruby doesn’t stop it in time…
Florida’s Gulf Coast, 2009. A body is found dead on a local retirement community’s golf course. Police chalked it up to natural causes, but several West Vista del Boca residents are convinced it was murder.
Enter Ruby and The Melody Street Players, in town to perform West Side Story at the local theater. Ruby’s grandparents are divided over whether or not Ruby should investigate the decade-old murder. And her grandparents aren’t the only ones divided in West Vista del Boca. Two rival factions are battling for control of the community council.
Could the ongoing war between the Golfers and Palmers explain what happened on the golf course all those years ago? Can Ruby unravel the clues in time to save this community’s version of Tony and Maria, or will she find herself the latest victim of the rival gangs’ rift?
Little Shop of Murder
Attending your boss’s nephew’s wedding as a spy?
Zero stars. Do not recommend.
Ruby Ecco and the Melody Street Players are back in their home base of Bloomington, Indiana, to stage Little Shop of Horrors, their first production of the new year. When the cast receives a much-needed holiday gift of a full weekend off, Ruby is afraid she’ll be bored–until Margaret, her boss, invites her to do some sleuthing at a family wedding, where strangeness is afoot.
Henry, Margaret’s nephew and the groom’s younger brother, is dating a rather mysterious and elusive woman. Margaret is convinced he’s gotten himself in over his head. Ruby can’t help but think of Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors, the naive flower shop employee who buys a very strange plant that should have come with a warning label.
When Ruby finds out Henry’s mysterious girlfriend’s name is Audrey Tooe, she’s quite alarmed. In the musical, Seymour names his alien plant Audrey II. Since every new show seems to coincide with a murder, Ruby fears the horror on stage might suddenly spill over into real life…

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  K.L. Montgomery writes #bodypositive cozy mystery, sweet romance and romcom. A librarian in a former life, she now works as an editor and runs the 5000-member Indie Author Support group on Facebook in addition to publishing under two names.

Though she remains a Hoosier at heart, K.L. shares her coastal Delaware home with some furry creatures and her husband, who is on the furry side as well. She has an undying love for her three sons, Broadway musicals, the beach, Seinfeld, the color teal, IU basketball, paisleys, and dark chocolate.

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