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Cut, Crop & Die (Kiki Lowenstein Scrap-n-Craft Mystery #2)
All it took was one scone.
Tainted icing triggers a rare allergy, and a hobbyist croaks at a scrapbooking crop sponsored by Time in a Bottle, the store where Kiki Lowenstein works. When it comes out that someone swiped the victim's emergency medication, the scrappers realize they have a murder on their hands, and the entire community jumps to point the finger at Kiki and h
...morePaperback, 321 pages
Published
June 8th 2009
by Midnight Ink
(first published 2009)
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This cozy was a free Kindle download and being book two of the series, I was a bit worried about being lost on some of the details. It was obvious I had missed book one action and adventure, but did not affect the details I needed for this book.
This book was fairly a quick read. Sometimes I felt a lull while reading and realized a lot of the story did not revolve around the crime and the solving of the murder. While I enjoyed what went on in the personal...more
This cozy was a free Kindle download and being book two of the series, I was a bit worried about being lost on some of the details. It was obvious I had missed book one action and adventure, but did not affect the details I needed for this book.
This book was fairly a quick read. Sometimes I felt a lull while reading and realized a lot of the story did not revolve around the crime and the solving of the murder. While I enjoyed what went on in the personal...more
Interesting book. Well worth reading. I was quite shocked at the development regarding the detective...and now am quite intrigued to see how this plays out. Mystery wise it is weak. However, the the story has engaging characters and the day to day stuff is quite entertaining. I can really identify with the teenage angst storyline. I was more than entertained by the romantic developments in the last 100 pages. That was the best part of the book for me.
The mystery isn't as gripping as the first o...more
The mystery isn't as gripping as the first o...more
I had a bit of a hard time getting into this, the second Kiki Lowenstein cozy mystery from Joanna Campbell Slan, filled with bits and bobs about scrapbooking - one of my own favourite hobbies - as well as curious twists and turns surrounding the death of a scrapper at a crop that Time In a Bottle (or TinaB for those in the know), the shop where Kiki is employed, was sponsoring.
The dead woman is one of Kiki's rivals, a scrapbooker who has recently won a prestigious scrapping contest, and apparen...more
The dead woman is one of Kiki's rivals, a scrapbooker who has recently won a prestigious scrapping contest, and apparen...more
Another great one! I recommend her to all scrap-bookers.
Here are some favorite quotes: Some changed up a bit.
"When the teen years strike, the closer children are to their parents, the tougher it is for them to act independent in a respectufl manner. Instead, they use the people they love as a bettering ram. Once they've destroyed our figures, our hearts, our egos, our bank accounts, and our self-esteem, it's on to our jugular veins. That's one reason we work hard to get them into a good college....more
Here are some favorite quotes: Some changed up a bit.
"When the teen years strike, the closer children are to their parents, the tougher it is for them to act independent in a respectufl manner. Instead, they use the people they love as a bettering ram. Once they've destroyed our figures, our hearts, our egos, our bank accounts, and our self-esteem, it's on to our jugular veins. That's one reason we work hard to get them into a good college....more
Kiki and her scrapbooking friends are at it again, only this time death strikes one of their own, a scrapbooker! There is nothing for Kiki to do but to get involved in the investigations. This time there are suspects everywhere and it is up to Kiki to figure out which one actually "dunnit".
Of course there is also the melodrama of Kiki's relationships, her daughter, her mother-in-law and that cute cop from the first book all keep her life in turmoil.
I must admit, the scene where Kiki takes her fi...more
Of course there is also the melodrama of Kiki's relationships, her daughter, her mother-in-law and that cute cop from the first book all keep her life in turmoil.
I must admit, the scene where Kiki takes her fi...more
The second book in the Kiki Lowenstein Scrap-n-Craft mystery series (quite a long name there isn't it?) I picked this one up because it was the "deal of the week" according to my Pixel of Ink bargain kindle books email. While it wasn't clearly advertised this was the *second* book in the series (in fact I think somewhere in the email it said this was the beginning of the series) I didn't have a hard time picking up the pieces and figuring out all the friendships, frenemies, family animosities, a...more
Kiki is a "character" much the way Stephanie Plum is a "character". Thos of you reading this that read Janet Evanovich will certainly understand that statement.
Kiki Lowenstein is a newly widowed scrapbooker, whose passion and hobby is now supporting her and her daughter Anya. She gets some help with her daughter from her very wealthy, and very opinionated mother in law.
In this mystery, the second of the series, a fellow scrapbooker dies at a local conference organized by Kiki's boss. What Kiki g...more
Kiki Lowenstein is a newly widowed scrapbooker, whose passion and hobby is now supporting her and her daughter Anya. She gets some help with her daughter from her very wealthy, and very opinionated mother in law.
In this mystery, the second of the series, a fellow scrapbooker dies at a local conference organized by Kiki's boss. What Kiki g...more
Scrapbooker Kiki Lowenstein is shocked when an unpopular woman dies at a scrapping event sponsored by Kiki's employer, but it's even worse than she thinks--the woman was poisoned, and many scrapbookers seem to blame the store. Fortunately, Kiki's formerly distant mother-in-law seems to be more friendly, as Kiki's daughter is reaching a difficult pre-teen stage. In addition to her job troubles, Kiki has man troubles, and of course the murderer she unmasked in Slan's first mystery is still on the...more
Poor Kiki! It was bad enough that her two-timing husband George went and got himself killed in the first Scrap-N-Craft Mystery, Paper, Scissors, Death, but now someone is messing with her new found livelihood as scrapbooker extraordinaire at St. Louis’ Time in a Bottle.
In this second installment, Kiki; her boss, Dodi; and newest team member, Bama are hosting a crop at the Missouri Botanical Gardens. When Yvonne Gardener, the latest scrapbooking star in the metro area, succumbs to a rare allergy,...more
In this second installment, Kiki; her boss, Dodi; and newest team member, Bama are hosting a crop at the Missouri Botanical Gardens. When Yvonne Gardener, the latest scrapbooking star in the metro area, succumbs to a rare allergy,...more
this was deffo one for the girls, it was light hearted and fun and although someone was murdered, they were a bit of a rotter so that was ok :oD!
I did find it a little patronizing in places and I could have done without the crafty tips at the end of each chapter but on the whole it has left me wanting to read the next so all good in my world. Also, the main character was instantly likeable and so made for an enjoyable, quick and easy read.
I did find it a little patronizing in places and I could have done without the crafty tips at the end of each chapter but on the whole it has left me wanting to read the next so all good in my world. Also, the main character was instantly likeable and so made for an enjoyable, quick and easy read.
This was a book with an identity crisis. It couldn't decide if it was a romance, a mystery or a non fiction guide to scrapbooking. It didn't quite succeed at any of them. It was pleasant and as I knew nothing about scrapbooking - actually I still really don't know what it is, I thought I might learn things. The jewish part of the story was also a surprise - like an extra factor lobbed in just in case the other things weren't enough for the plot.
Book #2 in the series.
"Tainted icing triggers a rare allergy, and a hobbyist croaks at a scrapbooking crop sponsored by Time in a Bottle, the store where Kiki Lowenstein works. When it comes out that someone swiped the victim's emergency medication, the scrappers realize they have a murder on their hands, and the entire community jumps to point the finger at Kiki and her coworkers. Suddenly, the one anchor in Kiki's stormy life is on the verge of sinking beneath a ruined reputation. But who woul...more
"Tainted icing triggers a rare allergy, and a hobbyist croaks at a scrapbooking crop sponsored by Time in a Bottle, the store where Kiki Lowenstein works. When it comes out that someone swiped the victim's emergency medication, the scrappers realize they have a murder on their hands, and the entire community jumps to point the finger at Kiki and her coworkers. Suddenly, the one anchor in Kiki's stormy life is on the verge of sinking beneath a ruined reputation. But who woul...more
I am not a scrap booking person, so the specific information was not my cup of tea. I enjoyed the humor, the family relationships, the romance, and of course the mystery which all held my interest. I have never read anything by this author before, but will certainly try her again. I would have liked the murderer to be a little more difficult to find. She is a talented author and I look forward to reading more by her.
Jul 29, 2011
Sandybear76
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Joanna Campbell Slan has written books about scrapbooking and about journaling. Now she has written a mystery about Kiki who works in a scrapbook store. Kiki and her boss are in charge of a crop for scrapbooking ladies. Before the event starts, it is stopped by murder. An award winning scrapbooker is killed at the crop. Kiki vows to find the murderer. A fun read. Tips about scrapbooking are given in the book.
KiKi attempts to solve the murder of an attendee to a scrapbooking party before it destroys her friends and the company she works for. In the process, she learns a lot about her daughter (preteen, need I say more), draws closer to the mother of her recently deceased husband, and dabbles in love. When deception comes between her and Detective Detweiler, her attention is drawn to a new face in town.
The story is fine, it's all the extra filler and asides about the St. Louis area that annoyed me. Maybe it's because I live here and I know what she's talking about already? If I were from out of the area maybe I'd like it more. But the plot is okay, nothing spectacular, character development flows well from the first novel, the scrapbooking tips are nice, and overall, it's just alright.
I loved this book & finished it pretty fast! I was both sad and happy to find that it was part 3 in a 10 book series! I can't wait to get the first 2 & then move onto the rest of the books in the series!
I love the humor the author adds to her little murder mysteries! It is not a stressful, on the edge of your seat read but a steady, interesting & funny read. I loved it.
I love the humor the author adds to her little murder mysteries! It is not a stressful, on the edge of your seat read but a steady, interesting & funny read. I loved it.
i am not sure if I'll be reading any more of this series. The plot seemed a bit weak and it being a mystery novel it focused more on the main character and her relationship with her mother in law. The only I reason I picked up the book is because scrapbooking is a hobby of mine.
I only finished the book because about 1/4 of the way through it I had to know what happened.
I only finished the book because about 1/4 of the way through it I had to know what happened.
I was amazed at how much KiKi has grown. The once shy housewife who quickly became a timid widow, is quickly developing into a confident and courageous single mom. Not matter what life throws her way, her daughter is always first priority. Unfortunately, Anya is hitting the Tween stage of life. I think this is every parent's nightmare. I know I'm starting to get a taste of it with my son. I am so looking forward to reading book three in the series.
Another favorite read. Couldn't wait for this one to arrive, and when Joanna showed me the cover art I was even more antsy. After much anticipation, it was finally released and I devoured it in less than 24 hours. I loved it JUST as much as the first if not more, and now I am anticipating the next in the series due out SOON! :)
Good for a beach read, bus ride, mindless enjoyment. Nothing special about the main character (besides being annoying), every man she comes across is attracted to her but her daughter insults her on how she takes care of herself. Seems a bit disingenuous. It was free on my Kindle so I don't feel like I lost money.
I really enjoyed this book and I'll definitely be trying to find more of the series.
Despite not reading the first in the series, the characters were easy to like and their lives easy to immerse yourself in. I also liked that the suspense was kept up until right at the end as to who the murderer was which kept me wanting to read more.
Definitely a book I'd recommend.
Despite not reading the first in the series, the characters were easy to like and their lives easy to immerse yourself in. I also liked that the suspense was kept up until right at the end as to who the murderer was which kept me wanting to read more.
Definitely a book I'd recommend.
This is the second of the Kiki Lowenstein mysteries and at first, I thought, hmm not sure if I'll be reading these again since some of my earlier concerns about sequencing where not addressed, and Kiki didn't really seem to be in amateur sleuth mode. But then came a twist, which surprised me, and after that point I had to admit I like Kiki and am more interested in her as a character than the secondary mystery plot line.
So I'll be looking forward to the third book in the series.
So I'll be looking forward to the third book in the series.
I did not really want to like this book but gave it a chance anyway and found that I enjoyed it. I mean, I am not a scrab booker and think it is a little silly but pseudo science references aside it was entertaining, compelling and a good story with no boring bits, a good read.
Well, this is different. I'm not a fan of serious mysteries; they're too complex for me. This was a charming little story, not too hard to figure out, and led by a very believable character (except for her name.) Scrapbooking tips included! A light read, but fun. I've already reserved the others in the series at the library.
Fun series with scrapbooking info.
Mixes a murder by allergy, pre-teen daughter, anti-Semetic threats, danger, and more.
Kiki is dating a police officer, finds out he is married. She has a couple of dates.
She is on the fun plan.
Mixes a murder by allergy, pre-teen daughter, anti-Semetic threats, danger, and more.
Kiki is dating a police officer, finds out he is married. She has a couple of dates.
She is on the fun plan.
My favorite hobby is scrapbooking. Joanna Campbell Slan writes fun mysteries based on a character from my home town who owns a scrapbooking store who tries to be a super sleuth. Fun and fast read after a heavy novel.
The first one in the series that I have read. Want to go back and read the first one in the series. Love the fact that it is set in St. Louis, since I used to live in that area. Highly recommend.
I like scrapping, to I thought, "why not"? I enjoyed it enough to read the next in the series. I got enough background from this one that I don't feel that I need to read the first book.
Jul 13, 2012
Melissa Weir
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This was a great book because of the quick pace you can read the book. The characters are more developed and the story lines behind them are more intriquing.
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