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Sweet Taffy Mysteries #2
Sweet Taffy and the Marshmallow Murder
Taffy Belair is giving the sweet seaside town of Abandon a chance to win her loyalty, and her outdoorsy hunk of a boyfriend, Ethan, a chance to win her heart. But can this park ranger and urban princess find lasting love?
While enduring a bird watching session with Ethan, Taffy discovers a body floating in a canoe on a lake. Everyone thinks it’s a teen suicide, but Taffy has her doubts. Soon she is meddling in her best friend, Inspector Maria Salinas’, investigation.
When Taffy starts to question the tight-lipped teens at the local high school, they tell her to take a long walk off a short pier. And as she uncovers the mourning family’s secrets, the untimely death appears even more confounding.
Meanwhile, Ethan has hired a perky new park assistant who’s getting under Taffy’s skin and turning it green with jealousy. Will she find the killer before she kills off her new relationship?
This is Book Two in the Sweet Taffy Cozy Mystery Series
While enduring a bird watching session with Ethan, Taffy discovers a body floating in a canoe on a lake. Everyone thinks it’s a teen suicide, but Taffy has her doubts. Soon she is meddling in her best friend, Inspector Maria Salinas’, investigation.
When Taffy starts to question the tight-lipped teens at the local high school, they tell her to take a long walk off a short pier. And as she uncovers the mourning family’s secrets, the untimely death appears even more confounding.
Meanwhile, Ethan has hired a perky new park assistant who’s getting under Taffy’s skin and turning it green with jealousy. Will she find the killer before she kills off her new relationship?
This is Book Two in the Sweet Taffy Cozy Mystery Series
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354 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 25, 2017
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May 8, 2017
Book received from NetGalley.
I loved the mystery aspect in this book, while I did guess "whodunnit" before the protagonist did it was still entertaining. Since it's the second book in the series I cannot discuss much because some plot points do seem to continue through the books. However, I haven't read the first book in the series and didn't have an issue keeping up with the backstory. I did have an issue with the romance aspect in the book. The main character is dating someone who is a complete opposite to her in the book, he likes the outdoors, she's someone who wouldn't even consider "glamping". She's a very urban girly girl. The two of them together seemed forced and that she was only with him because she needed to have a man in her life. I'll definitely read the first book in the series, I'm not sure about the rest.
I loved the mystery aspect in this book, while I did guess "whodunnit" before the protagonist did it was still entertaining. Since it's the second book in the series I cannot discuss much because some plot points do seem to continue through the books. However, I haven't read the first book in the series and didn't have an issue keeping up with the backstory. I did have an issue with the romance aspect in the book. The main character is dating someone who is a complete opposite to her in the book, he likes the outdoors, she's someone who wouldn't even consider "glamping". She's a very urban girly girl. The two of them together seemed forced and that she was only with him because she needed to have a man in her life. I'll definitely read the first book in the series, I'm not sure about the rest.
March 3, 2017
Reviewed at Keeper Bookshelf
Sweet Taffy and the Marshmallow Murder is another fun romp with Taffy, Ethan, Maria and the small town of Abandon. When Taffy spots a boat on the lake with birds circling overhead, she’ll once again find herself smack in the middle of a murder investigation. Although this time around, she’s also fighting off a rather personal green-eyed monster of her own as a new park assistant for Ethan shows up and seems to be just too good to be true, and too interested in Taffy’s man and town.
The mystery of a teenager’s death takes front position in Taffy’s life as she does what she seems to do best – ask questions and stick her nose in where it shouldn’t be. Suspects seem numerous and secrets are waiting around just about every corner.
I enjoyed this one, there are some interesting twists and turns – some I suspected and others that surprised me. But that’s what a cozy mystery is all about. As the second story in the series, this story is one where it helps if you’ve read the first one because otherwise you may not “get” why Taffy is so… unique in her approach. She’s a former brat socialite who is still learning how to find herself, and if you weren’t there from the start, I think you’d miss part of the fun of seeing how she grows and changes with each mystery. Is it absolutely necessary to enjoy this one – nah, but it’s an interesting cozy mystery in itself, so I’d recommend reading Sweet Taffy and Murder when you get the chance.
If you like cozy mysteries then this story and series is well worth your time. A mystery with fun aspects, interesting characters and a secondary crew that you’ll find endearing. Chick it out, I believe you’d find a new set of books to get lost in.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
Sweet Taffy and the Marshmallow Murder is another fun romp with Taffy, Ethan, Maria and the small town of Abandon. When Taffy spots a boat on the lake with birds circling overhead, she’ll once again find herself smack in the middle of a murder investigation. Although this time around, she’s also fighting off a rather personal green-eyed monster of her own as a new park assistant for Ethan shows up and seems to be just too good to be true, and too interested in Taffy’s man and town.
The mystery of a teenager’s death takes front position in Taffy’s life as she does what she seems to do best – ask questions and stick her nose in where it shouldn’t be. Suspects seem numerous and secrets are waiting around just about every corner.
I enjoyed this one, there are some interesting twists and turns – some I suspected and others that surprised me. But that’s what a cozy mystery is all about. As the second story in the series, this story is one where it helps if you’ve read the first one because otherwise you may not “get” why Taffy is so… unique in her approach. She’s a former brat socialite who is still learning how to find herself, and if you weren’t there from the start, I think you’d miss part of the fun of seeing how she grows and changes with each mystery. Is it absolutely necessary to enjoy this one – nah, but it’s an interesting cozy mystery in itself, so I’d recommend reading Sweet Taffy and Murder when you get the chance.
If you like cozy mysteries then this story and series is well worth your time. A mystery with fun aspects, interesting characters and a secondary crew that you’ll find endearing. Chick it out, I believe you’d find a new set of books to get lost in.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
February 20, 2017
SECOND BOOK IN A NEW SERIES: Taffy Belair is giving the sweet seaside town of Abandon a chance to win her loyalty, and her outdoorsy hunk of a boyfriend, Ethan, a chance to win her heart. But can this park ranger and urban princess find lasting love?
While enduring a bird watching session with Ethan, Taffy discovers a body floating in a canoe on a lake. Everyone thinks it’s a teen suicide, but Taffy has her doubts. Soon she is meddling in her best friend, Inspector Maria Salinas’, investigation.
When Taffy starts to question the tight-lipped teens at the local high school, they tell her to take a long walk off a short pier. And as she uncovers the mourning family’s secrets, the untimely death appears even more confounding.
Meanwhile, Ethan has hired a perky new park assistant who’s getting under Taffy’s skin and turning it green with jealousy. Will she find the killer before she kills off her new relationship?
Do you ever ready a book and it just ISN'T page turner for you and it takes three times as long to read the book compared to normal? And it makes you terrified to pick up the next book because you're scared you're entering one of those reader's block phases where all the books are torture until you snap out of it?
Thank the good lord that this book isn't that! The last book I read was good but just DRAGGED on and on and on and on for me and I was worried sick that I was entering a funk. But Taffy Belair saved me! She is as sweet as, well, candy and sassy to boot! This is the second in a series (but can easily be read standing on its own - I haven't read book 1 but I will be!) It was the cover that caught my eye when it kept popping up as an ad on my Kindle, then I saw it on Netgalley and figured it was a sign that I needed to read it. (Thank you Netgalley and Mossy Stone Books for this ARC in exchange for an honest review)
I wasn't disappointed in the slightest! Sweet sweet book and Dana Moss is actually really talented. While primarily a fluffy beach read, there was an underlying mystery that kept me turning pages. I've read a lot of books that are meant to be beachy reads while murder and mayhem happen in the background and this one is different in that you can actually get caught up in the whodunnit aspect of things.
I can't wait to see what happens to Taffy and her crew!
While enduring a bird watching session with Ethan, Taffy discovers a body floating in a canoe on a lake. Everyone thinks it’s a teen suicide, but Taffy has her doubts. Soon she is meddling in her best friend, Inspector Maria Salinas’, investigation.
When Taffy starts to question the tight-lipped teens at the local high school, they tell her to take a long walk off a short pier. And as she uncovers the mourning family’s secrets, the untimely death appears even more confounding.
Meanwhile, Ethan has hired a perky new park assistant who’s getting under Taffy’s skin and turning it green with jealousy. Will she find the killer before she kills off her new relationship?
Do you ever ready a book and it just ISN'T page turner for you and it takes three times as long to read the book compared to normal? And it makes you terrified to pick up the next book because you're scared you're entering one of those reader's block phases where all the books are torture until you snap out of it?
Thank the good lord that this book isn't that! The last book I read was good but just DRAGGED on and on and on and on for me and I was worried sick that I was entering a funk. But Taffy Belair saved me! She is as sweet as, well, candy and sassy to boot! This is the second in a series (but can easily be read standing on its own - I haven't read book 1 but I will be!) It was the cover that caught my eye when it kept popping up as an ad on my Kindle, then I saw it on Netgalley and figured it was a sign that I needed to read it. (Thank you Netgalley and Mossy Stone Books for this ARC in exchange for an honest review)
I wasn't disappointed in the slightest! Sweet sweet book and Dana Moss is actually really talented. While primarily a fluffy beach read, there was an underlying mystery that kept me turning pages. I've read a lot of books that are meant to be beachy reads while murder and mayhem happen in the background and this one is different in that you can actually get caught up in the whodunnit aspect of things.
I can't wait to see what happens to Taffy and her crew!
January 23, 2022
This book was a disappointment for me after the first book. First, there s no murder involving marshmallows, not a big deal, but I think titles should reflect the story some what. Also, Taffy, in this case the name of the main character, is hardly sweet. That was the big problem.
I was pleasantly surprised in the first book that Taffy wasn't a horrible diva, she did try to make the best of her situation. In this one she goes off the rails and repeatedly treats another character horribly. We are finally supposed to like her with
I was pleasantly surprised in the first book that Taffy wasn't a horrible diva, she did try to make the best of her situation. In this one she goes off the rails and repeatedly treats another character horribly. We are finally supposed to like her with
August 1, 2017
Title: Sweet Taffy and the Marshmallow Murder - Sweet Taffy Cozy Mysteries Book 2
Author: Dana Moss
Publisher: Mossy Stone Books
Published: 1-22-2017
Pages: 285
Genre: Mystery, Thrillers & Suspense
Sub-Genre: Women Sleuths; Animals; Cozy Mystery
ISBN: 9781597364837
ASIN: CB01MXDJNO9
Reviewed For NetGalley and Mossy Stone Books
Reviewer: DelAnne
Rating: 4.5 Stars
The second book in the series brings us back to Abandon, Oregon where exiled Taffy is still trying to settle into small town life. Handyman Ethan is trying to convince her that he is the man for her and life in Abandon has its good points.
With quirky characters and a stinging one liner here and there will have you rolling in laughter a time or two. Fun characters and humorous dialogs keep the fast paced cozy light and a fun read. Definitely a delightful way to spend a few hours of escapism from your every day life.
My rating of "Sweet Taffy and the Marshmallow Murder - Sweet Taffy Cozy Mysteries Book 2" is 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Author: Dana Moss
Publisher: Mossy Stone Books
Published: 1-22-2017
Pages: 285
Genre: Mystery, Thrillers & Suspense
Sub-Genre: Women Sleuths; Animals; Cozy Mystery
ISBN: 9781597364837
ASIN: CB01MXDJNO9
Reviewed For NetGalley and Mossy Stone Books
Reviewer: DelAnne
Rating: 4.5 Stars
The second book in the series brings us back to Abandon, Oregon where exiled Taffy is still trying to settle into small town life. Handyman Ethan is trying to convince her that he is the man for her and life in Abandon has its good points.
With quirky characters and a stinging one liner here and there will have you rolling in laughter a time or two. Fun characters and humorous dialogs keep the fast paced cozy light and a fun read. Definitely a delightful way to spend a few hours of escapism from your every day life.
My rating of "Sweet Taffy and the Marshmallow Murder - Sweet Taffy Cozy Mysteries Book 2" is 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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May 16, 2017
Taffy Belair is giving the sweet seaside town of Abandon a chance to win her loyalty, and her outdoorsy hunk of a boyfriend, Ethan, a chance to win her heart. But can this park ranger and urban princess find lasting love?
While enduring a bird watching session with Ethan, Taffy discovers a body floating in a canoe on a lake. Everyone thinks it’s a teen suicide, but Taffy has her doubts. Soon she is meddling in her best friend, Inspector Maria Salinas’, investigation.
When Taffy starts to question the tight-lipped teens at the local high school, they tell her to take a long walk off a short pier. And as she uncovers the mourning family’s secrets, the untimely death appears even more confounding.
Meanwhile, Ethan has hired a perky new park assistant who’s getting under Taffy’s skin and turning it green with jealousy. Will she find the killer before she kills off her new relationship?
Families, lies and secrets. This is a well written enjoyable book. It's the 2nd in a series but most definitely can be read as a standalone. 4*
While enduring a bird watching session with Ethan, Taffy discovers a body floating in a canoe on a lake. Everyone thinks it’s a teen suicide, but Taffy has her doubts. Soon she is meddling in her best friend, Inspector Maria Salinas’, investigation.
When Taffy starts to question the tight-lipped teens at the local high school, they tell her to take a long walk off a short pier. And as she uncovers the mourning family’s secrets, the untimely death appears even more confounding.
Meanwhile, Ethan has hired a perky new park assistant who’s getting under Taffy’s skin and turning it green with jealousy. Will she find the killer before she kills off her new relationship?
Families, lies and secrets. This is a well written enjoyable book. It's the 2nd in a series but most definitely can be read as a standalone. 4*
March 22, 2017
This is a great book; this is the second book in the Sweet Taffy Mystery series written by Dana Moss. While enduring a bird watching session with Ethan, Taffy discovers a body floating in a canoe on a lake. Everyone thinks it’s a teen suicide, but Taffy has her doubts. Soon she is meddling in her best friend, Inspector Maria Salinas’, investigation. When Taffy starts to question the tight-lipped teens at the local high school, they tell her to take a long walk off a short pier. And as she uncovers the mourning family’s secrets, the untimely death appears even more confounding. This is a great book with a wonderful story and well developed characters. This book will keep you reading long into the night. If you are looking for a great book, then you need to read this book. I am looking forward to reading the next book by this great author. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader’s copy of this book. The free book held no determination on my personal review.
August 8, 2018
A cocktail of sweetness hides the bitter truth
Another great read. She has recovered from her previous adventure and now being in charge of her candy factory. Her hunky park ranger is trying to get the former socialite more in tune with nature. Which is how she spots a floating boat on the lake. Inside it is the body of a high schooler. Throw in drugs, second marriages, incest, infidelity and babies for a great read. Especially when she discovers the depth of her feelings for the park ranger with his new hire. A girl that seems to be everything he could ever wish for. How will she copes?
Another great read. She has recovered from her previous adventure and now being in charge of her candy factory. Her hunky park ranger is trying to get the former socialite more in tune with nature. Which is how she spots a floating boat on the lake. Inside it is the body of a high schooler. Throw in drugs, second marriages, incest, infidelity and babies for a great read. Especially when she discovers the depth of her feelings for the park ranger with his new hire. A girl that seems to be everything he could ever wish for. How will she copes?
February 7, 2017
Praise Dana Moss!
Loved her first book, and this one is laugh out loud funny.
Well written, fast paced and great characters, this cozy mystery is full of surprises.
It is summer season and the town of Abandon is preparing for the high flow of tourists that come to the park for camping. When Taffy founds a dead body in the lake, she outs her sleuthing skills to nose around and find the killer.
Lots of funny situations as jealousy emerge when a new park ranger begin to work at the park.
Note: I received Arc for review and an honest and unbiased opinion.
Loved her first book, and this one is laugh out loud funny.
Well written, fast paced and great characters, this cozy mystery is full of surprises.
It is summer season and the town of Abandon is preparing for the high flow of tourists that come to the park for camping. When Taffy founds a dead body in the lake, she outs her sleuthing skills to nose around and find the killer.
Lots of funny situations as jealousy emerge when a new park ranger begin to work at the park.
Note: I received Arc for review and an honest and unbiased opinion.
March 19, 2017
I was so excited by the opportunity to return to the town of Abandon to catch up with the lovely Taffy. Thank you NetGalley and RedAdept.
This is the second novel in the ‘Sweet Taffy’ series. Taffy If you have not read part one) was sent to live in Abandon by her mega rich Grandmother, when her life seemed to be going in the wrong direction. It is lovely to see her relationship with park ranger Etan is still going well, until she is introduced to Mel and Taffy sees her as a threat to her budding romance (but thanks to a twist I did not see coming Taffy has nothing to worry about).
Once again as the title surest, Taffy stumbles upon a possible murder and once again sets about aiding the police and solving the ‘crime’.
This is another fun (is that a fair assumption about such a serious matter). Easy going page turner. I finished it in just two days and look forward to visiting these lovely characters again soon,
This is the second novel in the ‘Sweet Taffy’ series. Taffy If you have not read part one) was sent to live in Abandon by her mega rich Grandmother, when her life seemed to be going in the wrong direction. It is lovely to see her relationship with park ranger Etan is still going well, until she is introduced to Mel and Taffy sees her as a threat to her budding romance (but thanks to a twist I did not see coming Taffy has nothing to worry about).
Once again as the title surest, Taffy stumbles upon a possible murder and once again sets about aiding the police and solving the ‘crime’.
This is another fun (is that a fair assumption about such a serious matter). Easy going page turner. I finished it in just two days and look forward to visiting these lovely characters again soon,
March 2, 2017
I could instantly relate to the main character Taffy with her battle with the outdoors and then drawn in by the mystery at the heart of the book! I will be looking forward to see what Taffy, Maria, and Ethan get up to next!
*I received this book via NetGalley to review but all opinions are my own*
*I received this book via NetGalley to review but all opinions are my own*
August 22, 2017
Excellent and remarkable read
This book was as good, if not better than the first book. A young boy does under suspicious circumstances, Ethan hires a news female park ranger, is she a threat to Taffy, and Taffy takes over the candy factory. This is full of mystery, intrigue, some laughs and a bit of love. I love this series.
This book was as good, if not better than the first book. A young boy does under suspicious circumstances, Ethan hires a news female park ranger, is she a threat to Taffy, and Taffy takes over the candy factory. This is full of mystery, intrigue, some laughs and a bit of love. I love this series.
March 17, 2017
This is book #2 in the sweet taffy mystery series, for me, it's the first. Taffy& her hunky boyfriend Ethan seem an oddly paired couple, ho I found simply adorable.
This is a cozy mystery & like all cozies I read, it's very easy to understand the maincharacters & backgrounds, without having read the first book
Taffy is helping to investigate the murder of a body found in a canoe floating in the water while Ethan & she are out bird watching.
It's a typical cozy with humor, some romance ( and some jealousy), and of course......a murder!!
The author takes the reader on a journey of " who dunnit" in typical,cozy mystery fashion A nice quick fun mystery read for those who may not have a lot of time for an in depth, sometimes confusing, and/or many characters to remember, type mystery
I'd recommend this to all the cozy genre community out there & anyone who might like to read a mystery, but might not have as much time to read a full length,intricate murder mystery.
I received a initial copy of this book from Net Galley and Mossy Stone Books. In return I've written an honest review
This is a cozy mystery & like all cozies I read, it's very easy to understand the maincharacters & backgrounds, without having read the first book
Taffy is helping to investigate the murder of a body found in a canoe floating in the water while Ethan & she are out bird watching.
It's a typical cozy with humor, some romance ( and some jealousy), and of course......a murder!!
The author takes the reader on a journey of " who dunnit" in typical,cozy mystery fashion A nice quick fun mystery read for those who may not have a lot of time for an in depth, sometimes confusing, and/or many characters to remember, type mystery
I'd recommend this to all the cozy genre community out there & anyone who might like to read a mystery, but might not have as much time to read a full length,intricate murder mystery.
I received a initial copy of this book from Net Galley and Mossy Stone Books. In return I've written an honest review
June 11, 2017
This was a cute little read but nothing that would prompt me to become a follower of the series. The mark of a true mystery is being surprised at who dun it. This one just didn't measure up.
October 5, 2018
Sweet Taffy and the Marshmallow Murder
This was an excellent book. The characters were very good. The story line was excellent and very interesting. I would reread this book again.
This was an excellent book. The characters were very good. The story line was excellent and very interesting. I would reread this book again.
August 23, 2019
Absolutely love this series. So sad that I'm almost at the end of them
May 12, 2021
Good series. (I like Tootsie Rolls)
February 26, 2017
**** ARC kindly provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review ****
Warning: This review/rating is based on my feelings, thoughts, likes and dislikes. You should read the book to form your own opinion/thoughts. Read on!
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Cover: I like it
Cliffhanger: Nope
Triangle: Nah
I was given the opportunity to read this book before publishing. This is my first book from this author. This is the second book in the series, but it can be read as a standalone, I didn’t feel like I missed much.
The writing, it took me a while to finish it, the author described a lot of details and it became tiresome. There was also a lot of, “he said”, “she said”.
The story, Taffy is a candy maker, but works as a “freelance” detective, to solve murders. She finds a body and has the urge to see the victim getting justice. I had a lot of problems with this, she is not a licensed investigator, or a cop, or a bounty hunter, or anything of the sort and if I’m not mistaken any investigation she would have done would have been inadmissible, right? Or am I wrong? Even the Chief of Police was ok with it. She questioned people without the presence of a detective or a cop and she blurted out details of the crime scene or the victim to potential suspects. It just seemed really weird. Maybe it was because it was a small town.
The guilty, it was pretty easy for me to figure out what happened and who did it.
Taffy, she had the personality of a 17 year old, with tendencies of a 6 year old. She might have come out as somewhat funny, but she annoyed me most of the time.
Ethan, I liked him, really liked him…give him to me.
One thing I did laughed out loud was the locker room scene, which was really funny.
Overall, I liked what the author had in mind, it just didn’t work so much for me.
Warning: This review/rating is based on my feelings, thoughts, likes and dislikes. You should read the book to form your own opinion/thoughts. Read on!
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Cover: I like it
Cliffhanger: Nope
Triangle: Nah
I was given the opportunity to read this book before publishing. This is my first book from this author. This is the second book in the series, but it can be read as a standalone, I didn’t feel like I missed much.
The writing, it took me a while to finish it, the author described a lot of details and it became tiresome. There was also a lot of, “he said”, “she said”.
The story, Taffy is a candy maker, but works as a “freelance” detective, to solve murders. She finds a body and has the urge to see the victim getting justice. I had a lot of problems with this, she is not a licensed investigator, or a cop, or a bounty hunter, or anything of the sort and if I’m not mistaken any investigation she would have done would have been inadmissible, right? Or am I wrong? Even the Chief of Police was ok with it. She questioned people without the presence of a detective or a cop and she blurted out details of the crime scene or the victim to potential suspects. It just seemed really weird. Maybe it was because it was a small town.
The guilty, it was pretty easy for me to figure out what happened and who did it.
Taffy, she had the personality of a 17 year old, with tendencies of a 6 year old. She might have come out as somewhat funny, but she annoyed me most of the time.
Ethan, I liked him, really liked him…give him to me.
One thing I did laughed out loud was the locker room scene, which was really funny.
Overall, I liked what the author had in mind, it just didn’t work so much for me.
March 13, 2017
What a fun mystery this was! I loved it. I have not read the first one in the series yet, but plan to, now. Taffy, the main character, runs a candy company and her best friend, Maria, is a cop. Taffy helps her with a murder mystery that has come up involving a high school student. It is a fun, well-written mystery that kept my interest from the first page.
I received a copy of this from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I received a copy of this from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
March 5, 2017
This is the second book in the series. I didn’t read the first one, but it didn’t feel like I was missing a lot of information. This time Taffy discovers a body while with her park ranger boyfriend. Her best friend is the detective on the case and allows Taffy to go along to a lot of the interviews. Taffy is trying to solve the murder in her spare time while still running the candy factory, and figure out the secret behind the beautiful new park ranger that she swears is out to take her boyfriend from her.
Good writing and character development. Definitely can’t wait to read the next book in the series. I will be going back and reading the first book.
Good writing and character development. Definitely can’t wait to read the next book in the series. I will be going back and reading the first book.
February 23, 2017
Are you looking for a cozy mystery to pack on a spring getaway? Then this is the book for you; it is hilarious and I loved it more than the first!
I really enjoyed the first novel. It introduced us to Taffy, her family drama, and her forced moved to a small town called Abandon. There were all kinds of misunderstandings and hijinks that kept me turning pages to see what Taffy would get up to next.
This novel is better. Taffy has mostly settled down into small town life - with the exception of her car. She has a solid group of friends, and a steady boyfriend any girl would melt for. The mystery in this one is full of little twists that take time to develop. You might think you know the who and the why but unless you wear a jaunty cap and call yourself Sherlock I doubt you will guess right until after the halfway mark.
My favorite parts you have to watch for are when Taffy imagines how a tabloid would describe her situation. I don't want to give any spoilers so this is one from the first book:
"Crazy woman in skimpy nightie berating hunky outdoorsman for chopping kindling."
Now you want to go back and read the first one don't you?
I really enjoyed the first novel. It introduced us to Taffy, her family drama, and her forced moved to a small town called Abandon. There were all kinds of misunderstandings and hijinks that kept me turning pages to see what Taffy would get up to next.
This novel is better. Taffy has mostly settled down into small town life - with the exception of her car. She has a solid group of friends, and a steady boyfriend any girl would melt for. The mystery in this one is full of little twists that take time to develop. You might think you know the who and the why but unless you wear a jaunty cap and call yourself Sherlock I doubt you will guess right until after the halfway mark.
My favorite parts you have to watch for are when Taffy imagines how a tabloid would describe her situation. I don't want to give any spoilers so this is one from the first book:
"Crazy woman in skimpy nightie berating hunky outdoorsman for chopping kindling."
Now you want to go back and read the first one don't you?
February 26, 2017
A tangible web of secrets
I really enjoyed this book with all of the secrets that were unfolding. Taffy's confronted with a body while bird watching with Ethan, then a new perky park ranger, Melanie and so many marshmallow body parts. Taffy makes a new friend, Cara. Cara has secrets, her stepson, Tyler as well as his friend Todd has secrets. And that's just the tip of the iceberg of secrets or mysteries that will be uncovered. Taffy and Maria have their work cut out for them in this one. Then when Nana comes to visit, Rosa gets very sick , this adds to the stress on the team as they are digging up clues to solve the murder. The romances are heating up as well. So much going on in this book, I couldn't put it down. I borrowed this book from Amazon's lending library, such a great service. I sure hope that Dana Moss gives us a number three in this series.
I really enjoyed this book with all of the secrets that were unfolding. Taffy's confronted with a body while bird watching with Ethan, then a new perky park ranger, Melanie and so many marshmallow body parts. Taffy makes a new friend, Cara. Cara has secrets, her stepson, Tyler as well as his friend Todd has secrets. And that's just the tip of the iceberg of secrets or mysteries that will be uncovered. Taffy and Maria have their work cut out for them in this one. Then when Nana comes to visit, Rosa gets very sick , this adds to the stress on the team as they are digging up clues to solve the murder. The romances are heating up as well. So much going on in this book, I couldn't put it down. I borrowed this book from Amazon's lending library, such a great service. I sure hope that Dana Moss gives us a number three in this series.
February 21, 2017
I admit, I was pleasantly surprised. I saw the cover and started reading thinking that this is a fluffy and unrealistic quick cozy. Not the case. Once I got past Taffy driving a Bentley and having a candy factory, I really started to enjoy the book. It actually had a good story and was written well. The characters were pretty good too. Taffy is surrounded by a great group of characters , some more colorful than others. I was also surprised by the length of the book, it was not really a quick read. There also were a few surprises in the book which I didn't see coming which were a nice surprise. Basically, it was a good book that I would recommend. I could even picture myself going back and reading the previous book and any others to follow.
February 24, 2017
This is the second book of the series but you do not need to read the first book to enjoy this one. I thought the characters were great. There was a lot of funny stuff that happened and some serious. On a side note, when the character mentions taking another character to Mayo Clinic it was weird for me since I was reading that part at Mayo Clinic! They really are the best. There is romance and drama, both the adult and highschool kinds. I want to visit the Abandon candy factory and the town itself! Good reading.
February 18, 2017
Taffy again finds herself embroiled in a mystery.
Her boyfriend, park ranger Ethan wants her to enjoy the outdoors with him.....as if.
Her attempt at camping with him, has her finding a young man's body in a canoe. As Taffy, Ethan, and her friend Maria, a police officer try to find answers ....the boy's friends and family lie. Who tells the truth?
And Ethan gets a new assistant....Melanie. Taffy is so insecure and jealous of Melanie, she is having trouble concentrating on her job at her candy factory and the investigation.
Told with plenty of twists, bits of humor and romance, this is a fun read.
I received an ARC copy to peruse from Netgalley...luckily, because I was already watching for this second book in the series
Her boyfriend, park ranger Ethan wants her to enjoy the outdoors with him.....as if.
Her attempt at camping with him, has her finding a young man's body in a canoe. As Taffy, Ethan, and her friend Maria, a police officer try to find answers ....the boy's friends and family lie. Who tells the truth?
And Ethan gets a new assistant....Melanie. Taffy is so insecure and jealous of Melanie, she is having trouble concentrating on her job at her candy factory and the investigation.
Told with plenty of twists, bits of humor and romance, this is a fun read.
I received an ARC copy to peruse from Netgalley...luckily, because I was already watching for this second book in the series
February 16, 2017
Really enjoyed this mystery its a funny book that had me laughing out loud at times.A great read that's well written with great characters and a super plot would read more by this author.
April 3, 2017
Another entertaining read by Dana Moss. Taffy finds a body while bird-watching with her boyfriend Ethan. The story unfolds as Taffy once again tries to help her best friend Maria investigate the murder whether Maria wants to help or not.
I love the trouble Taffy finds herself in time & time again as the former city girl figures out life in a small town.
This is the second book in the Sweet Taffy Cozy Mysteries series & while it can be read as a stand alone I would recommend reading the first one to have a better understanding of Taffy.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I love the trouble Taffy finds herself in time & time again as the former city girl figures out life in a small town.
This is the second book in the Sweet Taffy Cozy Mysteries series & while it can be read as a stand alone I would recommend reading the first one to have a better understanding of Taffy.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
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