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Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse

(Marygene Brown Mystery #2)

Kate Young (Goodreads Author)

4.16 · Rating details · 244 ratings · 100 reviews

On Georgia's picturesque Peach Cove Island, a killer is serving up a two-for-one special . . .

After their mama's passing, Marygene Brown returned to Peach Cove Island to help her sister Jena Lynn run the family diner, renowned for its homemade peach desserts. But Mama is never too far away--her sassy spirit haunts the island, and more specifically Marygene. Lately Mama has ...more

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May 09, 2020 Natalia R rated it really liked it

Marygene Brown has recently moved back home to Peach Cove, a small island off the Georgia coast, to help her sister and brother run the family diner. Her deceased mother may be physically gone, but her spirit haunts the island, and more specifically Marygene. According to her mother, because of their connection, spirits will seek Marygene out to solve their murders. And much to Marygene's dismay, this turns out to be true. When she goes skinny dipping off the island, she swims right into a woman ...more

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May 05, 2020 Barbara rated it liked it

In this second book in the 'Marygene Brown Mystery' series, the baker/amateur sleuth discovers two crispy corpses. The book can be read as a standalone.

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Marygene Brown escaped from an abusive marriage and returned to her home in Peach Cove Island, Georgia. There Marygene helps run the Peach Diner with her sister Jena Lynn. Marygene is a wonderful baker, and prepares most of the diner's scrumptious desserts.

Marygene has a secret that's shared only with her best friend Betsy. Marygene is haunt ...more

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May 23, 2020 Carrie rated it really liked it · review of another edition

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Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse by Kate Young is the second book in the paranormal cozy Marygene Brown Mystery series. Each book of this series has it’s own mystery that is fully solved within so they can be read as a standalone if choosing to do so. There is however some character development that carries over book to book for those that read from the beginning.

Marygene Brown grew up in Peach Cove Island off the Georgia coast where her family has run the Peach Diner for generations. Marygene ...more

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May 30, 2020 LORI (Dollycas) CASWELL rated it it was amazing

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Who knew a little skinny dipping would land Marygene smack dab in the middle of a murder investigation and earn her a lecture from her deceased mother too. Of course, she never imagined she would swim into a charred corpse and then find another burned body in the basement at an event she was catering. Looks like a double homicide but Marygene soon learns it is so much more and people she loves may have the answers she needs to solve the case.

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Apr 09, 2020 JoAnne McMaster (Any Good Book) rated it it was amazing

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Marygene Brown, after a bad marriage in Savannah, has returned home to Peach Cove Island for good. She's taken her part in ownership of the family restaurant as the main baker, and is living inthe home her mother left her after she passed. But her mother never passed away permanently -- she's returned on and off as a spirit that only Marygene can see. Oh, there are people who believe in island spirits, but it's mainly the older ones and her friend Betsy, who waitresses at the restaurant.

The thin Marygene Brown, after a bad marriage in Savannah, has returned home to Peach Cove Island for good. She's taken her part in ownership of the family restaurant as the main baker, and is living inthe home her mother left her after she passed. But her mother never passed away permanently -- she's returned on and off as a spirit that only Marygene can see. Oh, there are people who believe in island spirits, but it's mainly the older ones and her friend Betsy, who waitresses at the restaurant.

The thing is, her mother only shows up now and again when she needs to tell Marygene something or help her, and right now, when Marygene is skinny dipping in the river, she needs to help her...because a charred body is floating near her. After Marygene has done screaming and putting herself together, she calls Eddie, who's her father and also the sheriff.

But things are never easy these days: Eddie has hired a deputy who looks on her with suspicion, and her relationship with her ex-boyfriend Alex is heated again. But when she's catering a party for her friend Yvonne, it takes a nasty turn: another body is found in the cellar by Margene and her brother Sam. Yet that's not the worst of it, and Marygene is finding herself in a firestorm of trouble, one that could get her killed once again...

This is the second book in the series and I have to say that I enjoyed it quite as much as the first. This series is like a breath of fresh air in the cozy genre; there is no 'evil nemesis' (at least none permanent), which I absolutely loathe when it occurs. Nothing takes away from a good story than a person who ruins it by trying to destroy the life of someone.

Marygene is a damaged soul: she has a past that still causes her pain and she's having trouble moving on from it, and now she has her mother as a guardian spirit - with rules: her mother isn't allowed to be with her all the time, and comes and goes without Marygene being able to determine. She's also trying to create a different relationship with Eddie, whom she's only known was her father since she was sixteen. But she has a strong relationship with her sister Jena Lynn and brother Sam; and, of course, Betsy, who sticks by her and understands about the island ghosts like no one else.

Still, there's the matter of the bodies: it seems they've been identified as twins who disappeared twenty-five years ago. But there are complications: there's a group of women - one of which was Marygene's mother Clara - who knew them and the living ones might have clues as to what happened. But since they're all giving different stories, Eddie isn't getting anywhere with it. And Marygene thinks Eddie might be hiding something himself. Now Marygene is determined to find out the truth since if she doesn't, her mother told her the spirits could be vengeful.

We also have the return of reporter Calhoun, and I like him even more in this book than I did in the last. He's a reporter with ethics, and he cares about Marygene. I definitely like him more than Alex, who has a hair-trigger temper. I'd like to see more come of it, although I don't think even if it did that it would be awhile. I'm just glad he's still in the narrative. He was good to her in the last book, and just so in this one, too. We also have a new deputy in the picture who has an attraction for Marygene, but rightly she's working through her issues, which are primary to her.

The mystery was a very good one, and it took time to sift through suspects and what really became of the young women so long ago, and why their bodies surfaced just now. When everything started to come together, it was a strange and sad tale all at the same time. Desperation and sadness make people do things that I've never understood and probably never will.

All in all, it was an intriguing mystery that kept me reading and trying to filter out the clues as to finding a killer; it was written well and the climax was done nicely. I would love nothing more than to read the next in the series immediately; so I will have to patiently wait until that comes about. Highly recommended.

I received an advance copy from the publisher and NetGalley but it it no way influenced my review.

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Apr 27, 2020 Jeri rated it it was ok · review of another edition

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Sadly this book did not hold my attention. I finished it hoping it would "hook" me or grab me in some way but it didn't. I don't know if it was the book or what is going on in life at the moment with COVID-19 so don't hold my review against the book. Try it for yourself and see if you enjoy it.

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Mar 31, 2020 Katherine rated it really liked it

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Marygene recently returned to Peach Cove Island, Georgia after divorcing an abusive husband, and is now running their family diner with her sister. Marygene's mama is gone...kind of. Mama's spirit is haunting Marygene, and claims that because of their connection the dead will seek Marygene out to solve their murders. Much to Marygene's chagrin this appears to be true. While skinnydipping on an isolated beach, Marygene swims into a charred corpse. Later, she finds a second burned corpse in a wine ...more

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May 20, 2020 Kristina rated it really liked it

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Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse by Kate Young is the 2nd A Marygene Brown Mystery. It can be read as a standalone because the needed background information is provided. We return to Peach Cove Island, Georgia where deceased souls who have been murdered are drawn to Marygene Brown. Marygene gets a help with the cases from her mama, Clara who is in limbo (she should have done more good deeds while alive). Marygene co-owns The Peach Diner with her sister, Jena Lynn. Marygene is a wonderful baker Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse by Kate Young is the 2nd A Marygene Brown Mystery. It can be read as a standalone because the needed background information is provided. We return to Peach Cove Island, Georgia where deceased souls who have been murdered are drawn to Marygene Brown. Marygene gets a help with the cases from her mama, Clara who is in limbo (she should have done more good deeds while alive). Marygene co-owns The Peach Diner with her sister, Jena Lynn. Marygene is a wonderful baker whose pastries are in demand by the island’s residents and tourists. Marygene is having relationship troubles with beau, Deputy Alex Myers. Alex was seen doing something that landed him in hot water with Marygene. Alex wanted his cake and to eat it too (if you get my drift). Deputy Javier Reyes is new to the force and sparks fly between him and our protagonist. It looks like Alex has competition. I wish less time had been devoted to Marygene’s love life. It was a little much for me. Marygene deserves a good guy who is understanding, kind, and loyal. There are a variety of colorful characters whose antics had me laughing. Betsy, an employee and friend, is a hoot. The food descriptions will have your mouth watering. Thankfully, there are recipes at the end of the book. I like the author’s conversational writing style which made Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse was easy to read. The story moved along quickly. The mystery was an enjoyable one to solve. It was complex (love that) with a variety of clues, several suspects and misdirection. I had a good time assembling the clues and arriving at a solution. There is a dramatic reveal where I got to see if my deductions were correct. There was plenty of action in this story that helped move this story along quickly toward the end. The paranormal element is fun and enhances the series. Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse is a capricious cozy mystery with a disdainful deputy, unabashed bathing beauty, a chill cellar, pretty pastries, a defensive dad, and crispy corpses. ...more

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Apr 13, 2020 Peggy R rated it really liked it

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The second book in the Marygene Brown Mystery series was just as enjoyable of a read as the first book in the series. Set in the south, Georgia, this book is full of wonderful characters that have wit, charm, and humor. Marygene has had a rough road, coming home after being in an abusive marriage and is making her way with the help of her family and friends. Unfortunately, her deceased mother who comes to her as a ghost is also the reason she is stumbling over dead bodies. This time around, it's ...more

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Jun 21, 2020 The Cozy Review rated it really liked it

The second book in the "A Marygene Brown Mystery" culinary paranormal series by Kate Young, Southen sass, and a Crispt Corpse, is a great read. Published by Kensington Books, this book and series will have you hungry for more, and dessert!

Marygene has inherited more than a little bit of psychic power. She is seeing and talking to the ghost of her mother and isn't sure she likes it. She misses her mother, but talking to her is starting to make things awkward. People see her talking to herself, a The second book in the "A Marygene Brown Mystery" culinary paranormal series by Kate Young, Southen sass, and a Crispt Corpse, is a great read. Published by Kensington Books, this book and series will have you hungry for more, and dessert!

Marygene has inherited more than a little bit of psychic power. She is seeing and talking to the ghost of her mother and isn't sure she likes it. She misses her mother, but talking to her is starting to make things awkward. People see her talking to herself, and they wonder if she has lost her mind. Finding one body after another isn't helping. In this delicious culinary paranormal series, Marygene is the lead character, but readers will find themselves enjoying the other cast member just as much. Aunt Vi is a free spirit who may not be what people think she is. Marygenes BF, Yvonne, is the best friend a girl could have, but she has her problems to deal with. Other characters are equally exciting and believable.

I love a good culinary cozy, but when you add in the paranormal aspect, it gets my attention and keeps it. Kate Young is a writer who knows her characters and her subject matter. She writes with a real sense of what people think and feels under challenging circumstances. She also understands how food, dessert, in particular, can comfort people even in the worst of times. The southern setting of Georgia is a perfect fit for a series that has all the earmarks of having been written by an old fashioned southern girl.

The murder is unusual, as the victims were killed over twenty years ago, and their bodies happen to be found by Marygene. But her mama warned her that the dead would seek her out. Marygene hopes that the dead don't do it all the time. The suspects are older people who have a lot of secrets, and this is what makes this culinary paranormal book so inviting. After all, everyone has secrets that we carry with us throughout our lives, and not all of them are good. Marygene has to uncover the secrets of those involved with the killing, including those of her father.

In the end, Marygene solves the crimes, confronts the killer and saves herself, her sister, and everyone else. Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse is a genuinely enjoyable read that keeps readers guessing and turning the page. This is a culinary paranormal mystery that readers will want to gobble up with recipes in the back that will help them end their day with a beautiful meal idea. I am happy to recommend this book and series and look forward to the continuing adventures of Marygene.
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May 08, 2020 K.A. Davis rated it it was amazing

SOUTHERN SASS AND A CRISPY CORPSE is the second book in the Marygene Brown Mystery Series by Kate Young. The action starts right from the very first in this edgy cozy mystery. Protagonist Marygene Brown gets involved in a decades-old cold case after accidentally bumping into the remains of the missing young woman while skinny-dipping in the ocean off the coast of Peach Cove Island in Georgia. From this set up, the mystery takes a unique and entertaining twist in that Marygene doesn’t want to be SOUTHERN SASS AND A CRISPY CORPSE is the second book in the Marygene Brown Mystery Series by Kate Young. The action starts right from the very first in this edgy cozy mystery. Protagonist Marygene Brown gets involved in a decades-old cold case after accidentally bumping into the remains of the missing young woman while skinny-dipping in the ocean off the coast of Peach Cove Island in Georgia. From this set up, the mystery takes a unique and entertaining twist in that Marygene doesn’t want to be involved in solving the mystery, nor has she ever wanted to be an amateur sleuth. Except her deceased mother’s ghost is quite insistent that Marygene do so… or else… Adding to the twists in Marygene’s life is the fact that she’s the daughter of Sheriff Eddie Carter, the result of an affair between the sheriff and her mother. Marygene is pulled between her mother’s ghost and her sheriff father while working alongside her half-sister and half-brother at the family-owned Peach Diner. Ms. Young’s vivid imagery leaps from the pages as the story unfolds. The reader feels the emotional angst the protagonist feels, smells the delectable peach treats baking at the family diner, hears the sound of the waves on the beach, and sees a ghost that shouldn’t be there. With each turn of the page I felt like there was something new to discover.

Ms. Young crafts a fast-paced plot. There are layers upon layers of mystery surrounding the cold case(s) and plenty of suspects for Marygene to discover. The author has created some terrific characters, especially in the island’s older generation that were around when the cold case occurred. These memorable characters added some humor and humanity which I found important since the book covers some serious topics that can be quite tragic. It adds an element of emotional depth and I appreciated that each scene is written with sensitivity and weaves into the story without detracting from the flow. With a heart stopping reveal, Ms. Young wraps up the threads of the plots and subplots in one highly satisfying conclusion, making me count the months until the next book in this series is released.

With the Peach Diner serving up all sorts of delicious Southern food and delectable peach treats, the reader will get hungry reading the descriptions. Fortunately there are several recipes at the back of the book to whet any appetite.

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Mar 15, 2020 Christi rated it it was amazing

The first book of this series, Southern Sass and Killer Cravings, was one of my favorite books of 2019. This book, the second in the series, is even better. I am not usually a fan of paranormal cozies, but in this series, the ghost doesn’t bother me. I love the setting - a small island off the coast of Georgia. The main character, Marygene Brown, and her family and friends are very believable and likable. I would love to visit Peach Cove Island and the Peach Diner, which has been in Marygene’s f ...more

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Jun 03, 2020 Mary Brown rated it it was amazing

Southern Sass And A Crispy Corpse
Marygene Brown Mysteries, Book #2
Kate Young
5 Stars

Synopsis:

On Georgia's picturesque Peach Cove Island, a killer is serving up a two-for-one special . . .

After their mama's passing, Marygene Brown returned to Peach Cove Island to help her sister Jena Lynn run the family diner, renowned for its homemade peach desserts. But Mama is never too far away--her sassy spirit haunts the island, and more specifically Marygene. Lately Mama has been warning her that the dead w ...more

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May 11, 2020 Karen Hollins-Stallman rated it it was amazing

“Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse“ by Kate Young is the 2nd instalment in the "A Marygene Brown Mystery" series. I was excited to visit Peace Cove Island, Georgia again and the Peach Diner. I love the island setting and Marygene and her diner family. The story is filled with quirky characters, and the addition of Aunt Vi was a hoot. I like the little bit of island lore and spirit aspect that is in this series.

I found myself engrossed in the story and reading it in one sitting. It was entertaini ...more

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Apr 21, 2020 Tena rated it it was amazing

Honestly, I just don't know where to start. Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse by Kate Young is full of fun, ghosts and mystery. That doesn't sound like a good mix but somehow Young brings it all together. Before I go any further with my review I do need to warn you that this is not the first book in the series. Not having read the first book, I had to pay close attention to some of the characters and their back story. But truthfully. the storyline is so well explained that it didn't take away fr ...more

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Jul 02, 2020 Christine rated it really liked it

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This book was a fun quick, entertaining read. Marygene and her friends are such relatable characters. My favorite is still her best friend, Betsy. She has such a vibrant personality and I love how she is always there for Marygene. The mystery was good. I look forward to reading more in this series.

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Jul 20, 2020 Missi Martin (Stockwell) rated it it was amazing

Peach Cove Island in Georgia is where you want to be !! And you want Kate Young to be your tour guide. The Marygene Brown Mystery series is an absolute must read series !! And Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse, the second book in this series is explosive !!!

When you read a cozy mystery you know that there is going to be a murder and a dead body or two. You are guaranteed that this will happen fairly quickly when you start reading, sometimes it takes a few chapter as the author takes their time s
Peach Cove Island in Georgia is where you want to be !! And you want Kate Young to be your tour guide. The Marygene Brown Mystery series is an absolute must read series !! And Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse, the second book in this series is explosive !!!

When you read a cozy mystery you know that there is going to be a murder and a dead body or two. You are guaranteed that this will happen fairly quickly when you start reading, sometimes it takes a few chapter as the author takes their time setting the stage. Others may give you the first chapter before revealing the dead body. Young , on the other hand, only gives the reader the first paragraph before there is a dead body to deal with !!! How can you not continue reading with that set up ???

Main character Marygene Brown has moved back home to help her sister run the family diner after their mother passed away....only she hasn't moved to her final resting place, is in limbo and only Marygene can see and communicate with her. And her mother only shows up when someone is in danger or there is a dead person. Marygene's father is also the Sheriff and her on and off boyfriend Alex is a deputy with the department.

While Marygene is out taking an early morning swim in the ocean she is hit by a dead, burned body. Before anyone can figure out who the deceased is, Marygene and her brother, Sam, find another burned body at a catering event. When the bodies are identified as two sisters that went missing over two decades ago, Marygene learns that the island has a lot of old secrets it is holding on to and they involve her mother and her group of old friends. While Marygene tries to weed through things and solve the case, there is someone that is willing to do whatever it takes to keep her quiet. Will she stop before it's too late ??

Her mother warned her.... She told her that "when one of us is forced to remain, it creates an energy around the person we're communicating with. An aura, if you will. The deceased will be drawn to you." Marygene has to do what she does for everyone....alive and dead....until she gets justice for the deceased.

I am a HUGE fan of this series and the way Young presents the story will knock you off your feet !! I highly recommend picking up the books in this series and letting Young take you on a trip. Just make sure you clear your schedule because you won't be able to tear yourself away once you start reading !!! ...more

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May 31, 2020 Leslie aka StoreyBook Reviews rated it really liked it

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This is the first book I have ready by this author and wow! What a story she weaves with interesting characters and backstories and the mystery itself? One I did not expect.

This is the 2nd in the series and if you have followed my reviews for any length of time, you know I prefer to read a series in order. For some reason, I decided to go ahead and read this book and while there was a little bit about Marygene's past I did not know about, the author did a good job of giving some detail so I d This is the first book I have ready by this author and wow! What a story she weaves with interesting characters and backstories and the mystery itself? One I did not expect.

This is the 2nd in the series and if you have followed my reviews for any length of time, you know I prefer to read a series in order. For some reason, I decided to go ahead and read this book and while there was a little bit about Marygene's past I did not know about, the author did a good job of giving some detail so I didn't feel totally in the dark. I still think that it would be best to start with the first book in this series to have a better understanding of the characters, but the mystery is unique to this book.

Marygene has some baggage, and that might be an understatement. She has a complicated past and she is leery of trusting anyone outside of her immediate family. On top of that, she sees her mother's ghost who prods her into investigating the crimes. Her mother is limited as to what she can tell Marygene about the incidents but she does help save a few people indirectly. There is a fleeting relationship with Alex, a deputy that works for her dad, but a potentially innocent incident has Marygene thinking that perhaps they don't need to be together. Enter newer deputy, Javier Reyes. I believe he is in the first book, but he and Marygene seem to come to an understanding in this book. Could he be a potential love interest? Only time will tell.

The mystery of the "crispy corpses" was interesting because I don't believe any other cozy I have read had this as the crime. It left an interesting picture in my mind. On top of that, Marygene discovers the first body while skinny dipping. She is a brave soul to bare it all and then to end up finding the first body. Yup, there is more than one to find. And the ties to the past regarding these bodies added a nice twist. When the full truth was revealed you could have knocked me over with a feather. While I suspected one person involved with the crime, the full story was not one that even crossed my mind. Many people were shocked by the revelations.

Overall we enjoyed this cozy and I plan to go back and read the first book to gain a better understanding of Marygene and her family. We give this book 4 paws up. ...more

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Jun 13, 2020 RO G'ma rated it really liked it · review of another edition

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Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse is the second book in Kate Young’s Marygene Brown Mysteries series. This book is a little edgier than most cozies and contains adult language. The storyline is well plotted and flows smoothly at a steady pace, and the characters are well developed. The plot has lots of twists and turns, more than a few suspects, and a touch of the paranormal. The reveal came as a surprise to me.

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Apr 25, 2020 Toni rated it really liked it · review of another edition

4.5 Stars

This is the second book in the Marygene Brown mystery series by Kate Young.

Basic premise: Marygene gets caught skinny dipping by one of her more senior neighbors and runs smack dab into a burned dead body. Then later when she has recovered some and is working on catering a shindig, she finds another body in the basement of the house … which is also a crispy corpse!

I really enjoyed this book. It has the ghost of Marygene’s mother running around giving her clues here and there. Plus she ...more

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Sep 24, 2020 Sandy Todd rated it it was amazing

When reviewing an author's book I don't tell you what it's about. You can read for yourself the synopsis of the book either on a site like this or another literary online site.
What I do do is tell you what I thought about the book .
I had read Kate Young's debut book in this series, "Southern Sass and Killer Cravings" about a month ago and really enjoyed the story. So, I ordered the second in the series which is Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse and I am so very glad I did. This book was terrific ...more

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Apr 28, 2020 Rekha rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

What a wonderful addition to this series. I absolutely loved every bit of this story. Pacing is perfect and so is the plot to story development. Marygene is getting really better at solving mysteries, eh. Of course, compliments to her mama but Marygene is the best amateur sleuth!
A case from two decades ago comes to haunt the islanders. Marygene learns a lot of her mama's past. Marygene ends up finding not one but two charred corpses and the victims are related in more than one way. The autopsy ...more

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May 31, 2020 Jessica Robbins rated it really liked it

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First off I must say what a great way to start a book! Marygene is doing her daily swim in the ocean from a secluded beach. Little did she know that she was about to run into a dead body as she did so. Add in her lack of swimming attire and it will make you giggle. As if that was not bad enough but she stumbles across a second body that was killed in the same way. What follows is an excellent mystery ful ...more

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Jun 05, 2020 Daniele rated it really liked it

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4.5 stars
Edgier than most cozies, this second installment in the Marygene Brown series manages to be highly entertaining and engaging while dealing with some hefty subjects. I enjoy the characters, the Southern Island setting, delicious descriptions of food (and recipes included in the back of the book), and the really smartly executed cold case/murder mystery. I did not figure out whodunit before the climactic reveal. I hope there are many more books featuring Marygene Brown.

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Apr 14, 2020 Kristin rated it really liked it

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As I've already read the first book in this series, I had to read this one too. I love the characters, the plot is engaging and well written and even though I had suspicion on the culprit(s), I wasn't quite sure until the end. ...more

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Apr 26, 2020 Lisa Morin rated it it was amazing

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Once I opened Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse on my kindle, I knew I would have to read it all in one sitting.
Kate Young fills the pages with laugh out loud moments, family drama, and a great murder investigation.
This is the second book in this series, but it can be read as a stand alone.
I enjoyed this book from beginning to end and I am looking forward to reading more in this series.

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May 10, 2020 Diane Hernandez rated it it was amazing

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Finally, a cozy mystery with an explanation of why someone living in a small town keeps finding bodies. In Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse, Marygene is being haunted by her mother Clara. Clara wins “points” towards heaven every time Marygene solves a murder. It helps that Marygene’s biological father, Eddie, is the Sheriff in the small town of Peach Cove.

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May 04, 2020 Patty rated it really liked it

Southern Sass and Crispy Corpse by Kate Young is the 2nd book in the Marygene Brown series, and another splendid addition. Marygene left Atlanta behind and goes home to Peach Cove Island to help her sister Jena Lynn run the family business, Peach Diner. Marygene's mother passed away two years ago, but Marygene keeps seeing her mom's ghost, and she warns Marygene that more dead people will be finding her to solve their murders. When Marygene goes skinning dipping and swims into a burned body, the ...more

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Apr 01, 2020 Jackie rated it it was amazing

Southern Sass and Crispy Corpse is the second book in the Marygene Brown Mystery series. I absolutely loved book one and this one did not disappoint!!! So in love!!!
Marygene was hoping to just run her diner and move on from her past but soon learns that she can’t hide from mysterious deaths that keep happening in her life! With help from her mothers ghost she is on the hunt to solve them! This book is action packed with a bit of romance mystery and that southern style I love by one of my new fav ...more

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Jul 08, 2020 Elizabeth rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Kate Young takes the reader back to Peach Cove Island with Marygene Brown. Throughout this story and series, Marygene seems to be finding herself in the middle of mysterious deaths occurring around the island. Marygene embarks on her own investigation throughout the story to come to the body of the deaths, while also assisting her sister in running their family diner. Kate Young takes the reader on an adventure throughout the pages of her story as we work to solve the mystery with Marygene. I en ...more

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Kate Young writes Southern mystery novels. She is a member of Sisters in Crime and the Guppy Chapter. Kate lives in a small town in Georgia with her husband, three kids, and Shih Tzu. When she is not writing her own books, she’s reading or cooking.