Monsters Under the Magnolia (Witch Hazel Lane Mysteries 3 ) by J. L. Collins

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                      I'm back with the third instalment in the Witch Hazel Lane Mysteries, while book 2 had disappointed me a little this one is of good quality and made me want for more again....

Happy reading!

Publisher: J. L. Collins

Publication: 2020

Genre: cozy mystery, southern, paranormal cozy mystery 

Violence: mild
Language: normal
sex: none
Public: 18+

Description from goodreads :

 Welcome to Witch Hazel Lane...
Former Vegas star and witch in hiding, Birdie Devaine is ready for a vacation away from all of the stresses of an ongoing (and haunted) house renovation. Lucky for her she’s got a first-class ticket aboard one of the swankiest cruise ships in the world. Along with her best friends, Birdie’s ready to set sail through the warm Caribbean waters, soak up some much needed sun and sip on some much needed fruity drinks…

But a trip to paradise comes with a price. And on a ship full of magical beings, the price is steep.

Murders. Kidnappings. Something fishy is going on aboard the Magnolia On Water, and Birdie isn’t willing to let her wishes for a relaxing vacation get in the way of finding the killer. Or killers.

And with an old friend in danger, Birdie is determined to get to the bottom of this string of murders… before she ends up at the bottom of the ocean.

My opinion:

          I loved this new instalment, it was interesting to see some witches and warlocks to see some other powers and magical abilities even if we only saw a little.

The setting was great and it was even better to see all the girls working with Birdie on this investigation and to see how they care about Birdie  as well. The investigation was well done with some twists and the rhythm was just what was needed to make us unable to stop before the last page.

A great instalment for this good southern cozy mysteries series. to read in order as we get a light cliffhanger at the end of the this book.

Score:  4,5/5

Disclaimer: All opinions are my own and i voluntary reviewed this book

Dead to The Last Drop ( Killer Coffee 8) by Tonya Kappes [early review]

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                Lot is happening among which i'm searching for a kitten ( which has become really hard where i live) but i'm not forgetting my love of book so today i'm sharing with you an early review ( so you have time to preorder the book^^) of the new release of Tonya Kappes. Enjoy!

Happy Reading!

Publisher: Tonya Kappes

Publication: 2020

ASIN:  B07Z2C8GTD

Genre: southern cozy mystery, cozy mystery
Violence: mild
Language: normal
sex: none
Public: 16+

Source: earc

Description from goodreads :

 Welcome to the Bean Hive Coffeehouse where the coffee is as hot as the gossip!

“Fabulous fun and fantastic! Kappes nails small town mystery with another must-read hit. Don’t miss this one!”– Darynda Jones, New York Times Bestselling Author of Eighth Grave After Dark

Maxine Bloom has always wanted to try her hand at acting and when Loretta Bebe is desperate for someone to fill a role in the local play she's directing for the Honey Springs Theater Company, she asks Maxi to fill in and Roxy knows Aunt Maxi's head will grow like the gossip.

Aunt Maxi leaps at the chance for big theatrical debut in the charming play about a posh ‘60’s fur salon and the owner trying to run an honest business while his charming, yet caddish partner, Mr. Browning, is just trying to give a fur coat to his new mistress.

When the woman playing the mistress turns up dead the play comes to a complete halt until Sheriff Spencer Shepard lets Loretta reopen after the crime scene is fully swept.

In the meantime rumors are swirling like the snowflakes in Honey Springs and Roxy finds that she just can't stop from hearing the gossip and trying to figure out who killed the amateur actress..after all the show must go on!

My opinion:

          So  good! It's always a pleasure to read about Roxy and her gang of friends really . This is so funny to see how they can all get together to help and at the same bickering over little things.

This book made me smile really, the investigation is very well done  with false hints and everything , the romance is super sweet, the pets are too cute ( i would have loved to find a Mocha^^;;) .

This is really the kind of cozy read that bring you a sense of comfort  like a good cup of coffee ( or tea in my case) could.  You are immersed in the story but you feel at home with friends so it's easily read but a real page turner as well.

For once, Roxy is asked to snoop ^^ after a murder but she must stay discreet which doesn't seem easy in that area especially when she must try not to tell her protective lovers....and all that while thinking about new idea for her coffee and saying goodbye to a friend.....Roxy is for sure very busy!

The added recipes are always a wonderful bonus as well.

A great cozy mystery, can be read as stand alone ( but even better read in order). To recommend

Score:  4,5/5

Disclaimer: All opinions are my own and i voluntary reviewed this book

Pecan Pies and Dead Guys ( Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries 7) by Angie Fox

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           Since i needed to relax and had a little time i decided to try to get up to date in some of my favourite series and this is the first step ( and i have no regret really ^^) so today book 7 in the  Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries series by Agie Fox... let's follow Verity's adventures once more!!

Happy Reading!

Publisher: Moose Island Books, LLC

Publication: 2018

ISBN:  0373277210

Genre: paranormal cozy mystery
Violence: mild
Language: normal
sex: none
Public: 16+

Source: bought

Description from goodreads :

 Sometimes Verity Long would like to forget that she lives with the ghost of a 1920s gangster. But the reluctant housemates must once again work together when a dead detective blackmails Frankie into helping him solve a Great Gatsby-era cold case. Before she can say “bathtub gin,” Verity is dragged straight into a raging, otherworldly house party. Worse, every guest is hiding something.

Meanwhile, Ellis Wydell, Verity’s living, breathing boyfriend needs Verity’s help with a police case of his own. After a dead body is discovered near the pecan orchard, Verity gives her insights, thinking her job is done. But when mysterious pecan pies start arriving at her house, she wonders who might be thanking her… or stalking her.

Between hard-living ghosts and sugar-laden desserts, Verity has her work cut out for her. But will she uncover the secrets behind the pecan pies and dead guys? Or has she stumbled upon a recipe for disaster?

My opinion:

          This was so interesting  as we got several investigations in one and so well written to keep us on edge until the big finale. I really loved the investigation about the murder in the '20  when Verity is there it's really like we are living history  so yes there is a case to solve but i always love to see all the background as well  as Angie Fox really makes it alive and impressive.

So in real/present time Verity is trying to help her boyfriend Ellis with a strange death near an orchard not only the victim isn't from Sugarland and its identity is unknow but even her death is strange ( thus why Ellis ask Verity"s help) . If that wasn' t enough  she is confronter to her ex Beau with his new girlfriend as well as of course the devil  Virginia mother of said boys. ....it's impossible not to dislike that woman really who keeps judging Verity responsible for every action her boys takes.

Beside those " mundane" worries,  Verity find herself  trying to investigate a murder from 1928  that took place during 3 days festivities at a huge mansion now abandonned...if that 3nights limit wasn't stressful enough she must work with ghost detective that tries to solve that case since its death and he isn't helping. He came to have Frankie help but he didn't ask nicely it's either help me, succeed and you may get compensation or fail and i will torture you for eternity. Verity is just a living human, he doesn't care a  bit for her opinion and thinks of her more like a burden than anything else. However, since Verity and Frankie are stuck together  they must succeed if they want to be free  and in peace so pressure is high but risks and dangers are even bigger.

This was fabulous!!!  i do recommend you to read this in order but eventually this one could be read as stand alone still as you get info about what happened and it really focus on these investigation more than on Frankie past so it's well.

Fantastic cozy mystery to keep you entertained when it's cold outside but you will want the next book immediately after this one for sure.

Score:  4/5

Disclaimer: All opinions are my own and i voluntary reviewed this book