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I love the Magical Bakery series too. Had an email from Bailey a few days ago saying she is waiting for publisher to approve another book in the series. Cross your fingers it gets approved.

I'm reading Bedlam in the Blizzard, by Kathleen McKee. A talented writer who uses an average array (ah, alliterated) of words, but is a pro and a gifted storyteller in her own humble way.

Eleanor wrote: "I love the Magical Bakery series too. Had an email from Bailey a few days ago saying she is waiting for publisher to approve another book in the series. Cross your fingers it gets approved."

Yes!!!!!!!!!! Fingers are SO crossed!

I'm currently reading Farm to Trouble and am loving it.

I am reading Murder in Disguise by Donn E. Taylor https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3...

The Diva Steals a Chocolate Kiss

OMG chocolate OMG! I had very nice dreams after reading this one. I liked the mystery and managed not to hate the characters. I still think Sophie needs to grow a spine and talk to her exes about their feelings. She also needs to set Natasha straight if Mars won't. Natasha is CRAZY! Thankfully she's off page for most of the book.

Finishing off the week with A Sprinkle in Time by Dana Mentink https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

I liked that one, too, Mark. I think Noodles is my favorite character, although Papa Luis is great too :)

Now I'm reading Cobblered to Death and it's pretty fun so far.

Barb wrote: "I liked that one, too, Mark. I think Noodles is my favorite character, although Papa Luis is great too :)"

Noodles is my favorite too. I REALLY wanted a freakshake after reading the first one. I had to improvise with what I had on hand.

I am on my third cartoon of ice cream after reading that book. It's dangerous to your weight. Noodle and Luis are both wonderful characters. Made me smile the entire way through the book.

I complete Jaded Jewels (best one yet!) and will start Yowling Yetis by Mildred Abbott to complete the February '22 Serial Reader Challenge and a couple of other challenges while I am at it!

There are certainly interesting characters in this series. Luis and Noodles are so funny. Those mangoes just kept coming.

I started A Midsummer Night's Fudge
I'm not so happy with Allie. She starts asking nosy questions of random people and she says "We should be friends!" and "Can we come in?" to random strangers. Rex already questioned the same people. Then she says she isn't investigating because no one she loves is involved but then can't promise Rex she WON'T investigate. The recipes are pretty random too. Mal is utterly adorable and always and when I picked up my book at the library, there was a cute little white dog in line behind me.

QNPoohBear wrote: "Barb wrote: "I liked that one, too, Mark. I think Noodles is my favorite character, although Papa Luis is great too :)"

Noodles is my favorite too. I REALLY wanted a freakshake after reading the f..."

I had to look up what on earth a freakshake was. Holy wow! I think I was about to go diabetic just looking at the pictures!!!!
I'm so curious what this series is that you guys are talking about.

QNPoohBear wrote: "I started A Midsummer Night's Fudge
I'm not so happy with Allie. She starts asking nosy questions of random people and she says "We sho..."

I'm reading Cobblered to Death and the main character kind of annoys me, too, for reasons. Not exactly like your reasons of your main character, but I feel like I can relate!
I remind myself I prefer main characters with flaws and as imperfect people rather than Mary Sues or whatnot, so I'm going with it. But sometimes I am rolling my eyes or want to shout at her! And I kind of want her to get her comeuppance because she's been lying to people and...well...she kind of deserved some blowback. (I am going to be sooooo irritated if there's no repercussions. Especially since she talks about this lie throughout the entire book so far.)
It sounds like you're enjoying your series anyway. I haven't heard of it and might have to check it out.

Jennifer wrote: "QNPoohBear wrote: "Barb wrote: "I liked that one, too, Mark. I think Noodles is my favorite character, although Papa Luis is great too :)"

Noodles is my favorite too. I REALLY wanted a freakshake ..."

If you missed it, we are talking about the Shake Shack Mysteries by Dana Mentink. So far, there are just two books:

Pint of No Return
A Sprinkle in Time

Oh, I did miss that! Thank you for sharing - I've added it to my to-read shelf. I love those titles. I love cozy mystery titles!!!!!

As a lover of puns, I love cozy mystery titles.

Jennifer wrote: "Oh, I did miss that! Thank you for sharing - I've added it to my to-read shelf. I love those titles. I love cozy mystery titles!!!!!"
I had to look up what on earth a freakshake was. Holy wow! I think I was about to go diabetic just looking at the pictures!!!!
I'm so curious what this series is that you guys are talking about.


That's why we READ about the freakshakes LOL! It's a good theme for a cozy mystery series because in those worlds the characters never get diabetes or become obese! There are so many fudge makers, bakers, ice cream shop owners, pie shop owners, etc. LOL!

This year I have a gift card to the neighborhood ice cream shop/cafe so I am prepared. I will be reading A Sprinkle in Time very soon. The libraries have it on order and in cataloging but it's not ready to check out yet.

Noodles is the heroine's senior rescue dog. Like Trinidad, he was traded in for a younger model. When Noodles was a pup, he was trained to be a service dog but apparently flunked out of the program. He tries to anticipate Trinidad's needs and think of something to comfort her and sometimes his ideas are a little quirky! He's very sweet and lovable though and bonds with a young man with autism. I like how Douglas is just Douglas. There's no label but I recognize the signs of autism. Luis is her Cuban grandfather who arrives on her doorstep and befriends the entire town before Trinidad even knows he's there. He's a hoot.

Mark wrote: "I am on my third cartoon of ice cream after reading that book. It's dangerous to your weight. Noodle and Luis are both wonderful characters. Made me smile the entire way through the book."

😅🤣😂

I finished A Zen for Murder by Leighann Dobbs. Book one in the series. Set on an Island in Maine. Good characters and setting.

I'm currently reading the 2nd book in the Siri Paiboon series, 33 Teeth, by Colin Cotterill. I really love this series.

I read Killer Cupcakes last night and will start Dying for Danish by Leighann Dobbs to complete the March '22 Serial Reader Challenge and a few other reading challenges.

Cassie wrote: "I'm currently reading the 2nd book in the Siri Paiboon series, 33 Teeth, by Colin Cotterill. I really love this series."

Excellent series. I hope you enjoy it

Alice wrote: "Cassie wrote: "I'm currently reading the 2nd book in the Siri Paiboon series, 33 Teeth, by Colin Cotterill. I really love this series."

Excellent series. I hope you enjoy it"

Alice I really enjoy it! Have you read the Jim Jurree series by the same author? I read the 1st book but I like the Siri series more.

QNPoohBear wrote: "Jennifer wrote: "Oh, I did miss that! Thank you for sharing - I've added it to my to-read shelf. I love those titles. I love cozy mystery titles!!!!!"
I had to look up what on earth a freakshake w..."

Everything about this sounds awesome!!!!

Slightly off topic but does anyone know if there is a group for paranormal mysteries on goodreads?

Or are paranormal cozies lumped in with all the other cozies?

Cassie wrote: "Slightly off topic but does anyone know if there is a group for paranormal mysteries on goodreads?

Or are paranormal cozies lumped in with all the other cozies?"

This is the best group I've found for paranormal cozies and cozies in general. The group and its members are accepting of various cozy mystery sub genres, active, welcoming and friendly.

ETA group paranormal cozy shelf
https://www.goodreads.com/group/books...

For those who listen to audiobooks, Pint of No Return, book 1 in the series we were discussing a few days ago, is available for $1.99 until June 8 on Chirp Books, https://www.chirpbooks.com/home

If you use the code http://fbuy.me/tKU49 , you get 50% off, and I get a discount code for the referral too :)

I just started Low Country Boil. I’m liking it so far !

I’m debating on which book is next~Verity Kent or Southern Spirits by Angie Fox? I think I’ll go with Verity Kent, the first in the series!

I just finished #4 in Verity Kent series - it is a great series.😊

Cream Caramel and Murder
This is a cute piece of mindless fluff. I love the setting, the baking (need recipes) and the dog. I don't love the Americanness and the bizarre family tree that doesn't make much sense.

Finished Ghostly Paws last night and started A Spirited Tail by Leighann Dobbs to complete the May '22 Serial Reader Challenge and a few other reading challenges. I really like her writing!

I am reading Mind your own murder by Patti Larsen https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6...

Starting out the week with Bayou Book Thief by Ellen Byron https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Lea wrote: "I just finished #4 in Verity Kent series - it is a great series.😊"

I just started a reread of the whole series to be ready for the next book coming in August. I told myself that I'd read slowly...that is not happening. Anna Lee Huber is awesome.

Finishing the week with The Navigator's Daughter by Nancy Cole Silverman https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

I am reading The Dirty Coven by Lily Harper Hart. I like paranormal mystery set in Kentucky. Fast paced, fun characters and an awesome dog name Jinx.

I am reading Bed and Breakfast and Murder by Patti Larsen for a June reading challenge and to fit into other challenges here in this group.

Alice wrote: "I am reading The Dirty Coven by Lily Harper Hart. I like paranormal mystery set in Kentucky. Fast paced, fun characters and an awesome dog name ..."

Thanks for the recommendation Alice! I've added it to my enormous TBR list!

Southern Spirits by Angie Fox.

Cheryl wrote: "I am reading Bed and Breakfast and Murder by Patti Larsen for a June reading challenge and to fit into other chall..."

I liked this one so well that I purchased book 2! Great reading in book 1-
twists and turns often that only enhance the storyline and had me turning pages to see what was happening next!

I am reading No Good Tea Goes Unpunished by Bree Baker. Book 2 in the Seaside Cafe series. Set in the outbanks of North Carolina. Fast moving well written. Enjoy plot, characters location.

I finally got a hold of . I absolutely love this series but there is always a long hold list at the library.

A Sprinkle in Time
I just love Noodles! He's so sweet and quirky. I can't believe his previous family gave him up! Their loss! He gained a better home with Trinidad.

I'm not feeling autumn flavors of ice cream right now as the weather quickly approaches "too hot" summer weather. I'll have to see what else she makes besides apple.

Starting out the week with The Tuesdays Night Survivors' Club by Lynn Cahoon https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Cassie wrote: "I started reading Murphy’s Law by Rhys Bowen. Murphy's Law

QNPoohBear wrote: "A Sprinkle in TimeI just love Noodles! He's so sweet and quirky."

Noodles is one of my favorite animal characters, right up there with Diesel in Mississippi and Eddie, the bookmobile cat :)