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A Knitorious Murder Mystery #1
Knit One, Murder Two
Knitting Can Be Murder!
I’m not a cop. I’m a soon-to-be-ex-wife, and former full-time mom who works part-time at the local yarn store. The biggest mystery I’ve ever solved is finding a missing knitting needle tucked behind my ear after spending all morning looking for it.
Someone in Harmony Lake is trying to stitch me up for murder.
In a small town where everyone has a secret they want to keep hidden, no one is talking to the out-of-town cop who’s been brought in to solve the case. So, armed with everything I’ve learned from watching murder mysteries on TV, and a little help from my friends, it’s up to me to find the real killer and clear my name.
Can I knit the clues together and expose the killer before they unravel and kill again?
I hope so, because knitting needles aren't allowed in prison, and I look horrible in orange.
This ebook includes a link to a free knitting pattern at the end of the book
If you like your cozy mysteries with a bit of humour, small town Canadian life, a hint of romance, a close circle of quirky, lovable characters that you wish you knew in real life, dogs and cats, and free knitting patterns, there's something in this series for you
Clean read: no graphic violence, sex, or strong language.
For fans of Nancy Warren, Maggie Sefton, Anne Canadeo, Sally Goldenbaum, Angela Pepper
Other books in the series:
Knit One Murder Two
Killer Cables
Murder & Merino
I’m not a cop. I’m a soon-to-be-ex-wife, and former full-time mom who works part-time at the local yarn store. The biggest mystery I’ve ever solved is finding a missing knitting needle tucked behind my ear after spending all morning looking for it.
Someone in Harmony Lake is trying to stitch me up for murder.
In a small town where everyone has a secret they want to keep hidden, no one is talking to the out-of-town cop who’s been brought in to solve the case. So, armed with everything I’ve learned from watching murder mysteries on TV, and a little help from my friends, it’s up to me to find the real killer and clear my name.
Can I knit the clues together and expose the killer before they unravel and kill again?
I hope so, because knitting needles aren't allowed in prison, and I look horrible in orange.
This ebook includes a link to a free knitting pattern at the end of the book
If you like your cozy mysteries with a bit of humour, small town Canadian life, a hint of romance, a close circle of quirky, lovable characters that you wish you knew in real life, dogs and cats, and free knitting patterns, there's something in this series for you
Clean read: no graphic violence, sex, or strong language.
For fans of Nancy Warren, Maggie Sefton, Anne Canadeo, Sally Goldenbaum, Angela Pepper
Other books in the series:
Knit One Murder Two
Killer Cables
Murder & Merino
276 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 15, 2020
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About the author
Reagan Davis
25 books725 followersReagan Davis is a pen name for the real author who lives in the suburbs of Toronto with her husband, two kids, and a menagerie of pets.
When she’s not planning the perfect murder, she enjoys knitting, reading, eating too much chocolate, and drinking too much Diet Coke.
The author is an established knitwear designer who has contributed to many knitting books and magazines.
I’d tell you her real name, but then I’d have to kill you.
(Just kidding! Sort of.)
When she’s not planning the perfect murder, she enjoys knitting, reading, eating too much chocolate, and drinking too much Diet Coke.
The author is an established knitwear designer who has contributed to many knitting books and magazines.
I’d tell you her real name, but then I’d have to kill you.
(Just kidding! Sort of.)
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March 27, 2024
Knit One, Murder Two kept me coming back for exactly the reason that it should: I needed to know who did it!! I felt as entrenched as Meg, the main character, throughout the story, and was invested in her relationships and future. I liked seeing things from the perspective of a soon-to-be divorcee and mother to an 18 year old, and appreciated her humor and cleverness.
This book will really resonate with knitters and crafters, I think, as well as people who enjoy cozy mysteries. It is an easy read, though I did feel bogged down on occasion at the over explanations of character actions and setting, and felt like the writing was a bit sterile, but I am used to more purple prose and flowery descriptions in general.
I'd definitely recommend to lovers of cozy mysteries especially since it looks like this author is starting up a series with Meg and the others living in Harmony Lake. Honestly, can't wait to see who gets offed in book two!
This book will really resonate with knitters and crafters, I think, as well as people who enjoy cozy mysteries. It is an easy read, though I did feel bogged down on occasion at the over explanations of character actions and setting, and felt like the writing was a bit sterile, but I am used to more purple prose and flowery descriptions in general.
I'd definitely recommend to lovers of cozy mysteries especially since it looks like this author is starting up a series with Meg and the others living in Harmony Lake. Honestly, can't wait to see who gets offed in book two!
March 3, 2021
I enjoyed this cozy murder mystery.
April 6, 2021
Megan is getting a divorce from Adam but they live in same house. Hannah is they're daughter that is in collage. Megan works Part time at Knitorious.Her boss is Connie is like a grandparent to Hannah. April and Tamara are partners the work in a bakery called Artsy Tartsy. Both woman are best friends to Megan. Book one is about Adam ( Meagan soon to be ex) is being blackmailed for affair with one of his coworkers ..He works as a lawyer in his own firm and his rules were do not have a relationship with employee. The husband( Fred )of the woman (Stephanie) that was was having the affair texted Adam wife Megan that either Adam steps down and leaves or both Fred and Stephanie would show Everyone the incriminating pictures of Adam and Stephanie. This book was hard to keep up with. And had short sentences and did not piqued my interest. I love though the 1990's music they liked to listen to
February 17, 2021
First book in this series.
Giving a writer three stars for a book they poured their heart and soul into was not something I often do. Her concept of the story was good. The writing was difficult to read. The author chose a first person pov from the main character, which happens to be my favorite pov. However, this time I did not feel part of the story like a fly on the proverbial wall. The main character does not talk to the readers to draw them in. It felt more robotic. The MC's consistent use of "I" to describe in detail what she is doing, what she sees, and what she feels while telling us what another character has told her is all tell no show. While I believe that the writer has a good book in her, she could make this book much better by hiring an editor, researching how to show not tell, learning when details hurt not help, and then rewrite it in order to engage her readers.
Giving a writer three stars for a book they poured their heart and soul into was not something I often do. Her concept of the story was good. The writing was difficult to read. The author chose a first person pov from the main character, which happens to be my favorite pov. However, this time I did not feel part of the story like a fly on the proverbial wall. The main character does not talk to the readers to draw them in. It felt more robotic. The MC's consistent use of "I" to describe in detail what she is doing, what she sees, and what she feels while telling us what another character has told her is all tell no show. While I believe that the writer has a good book in her, she could make this book much better by hiring an editor, researching how to show not tell, learning when details hurt not help, and then rewrite it in order to engage her readers.
March 11, 2022
Enjoyable cozy mystery series set in a small tourist town in Ontario.
May 19, 2020
Knit One, Murder Two was a great read. There were many twists and turns about what was happening in Harmony Lake. It had me guessing throughout the book trying to figure out who the murderer was and I couldn’t decide. The relationships in this book were terrific. The camaraderie was outstanding; how concerned they were for each other, the genuine friendship and the love they shared for one another. Since Eric was new in town and no one was willing to divulge information, I liked how Meg shared information she gathered while talking with other people and how she came to trust Eric. I can see a relationship starting to blossom here. I definitely recommend this book to all who enjoy cozy mysteries. This is the beginning of a new series with Meg and the others living in Harmony Lake.
May 9, 2021
A fast read
I enjoyed this whodunit book immensely. This author kept me guessing til the end. I'm not a knitter per se, but I'm a crocheting gal so I know yarn etc. I liked the idea of a yarn shop, coffee shop, beauty salon, and other small businesses in a small town.
I enjoyed this whodunit book immensely. This author kept me guessing til the end. I'm not a knitter per se, but I'm a crocheting gal so I know yarn etc. I liked the idea of a yarn shop, coffee shop, beauty salon, and other small businesses in a small town.
July 20, 2022
Megan and her husband have drifted apart, they have stayed friends (luckily as he is still in the marital home!), but now their only child, Hannah, has headed off to University they are going their separate ways (well as soon as Adam gets himself a house or apartment sorted out), at the moment though Megan is having to cope with the fact that Adam has had a recent affair, the affair isn't a problem, the fact that the other woman's husband wants Adam to resign so his wife can keep her job is the annoying thing. All this fades into the background though when Megan doing a favour comes across a dead body!
Now the killer seems determined to frame either Megan or Adam, and so Megan (with the help of her best friend April) is digging into things to save herself from sewing mail sacks in the future.
I loved the story (although I guessed the killer fairly quickly), the fact that it is written in the first person I found a little jarring, and that is the reason for the slightly low rating (I will however read more in the series).
Now the killer seems determined to frame either Megan or Adam, and so Megan (with the help of her best friend April) is digging into things to save herself from sewing mail sacks in the future.
I loved the story (although I guessed the killer fairly quickly), the fact that it is written in the first person I found a little jarring, and that is the reason for the slightly low rating (I will however read more in the series).
March 29, 2021
A Knitorious Murder Mystery
I enjoyed this, not bad for a first novel. The book had a good storyline, was well written. I didn't guess who the murderer was until the end which is always good.
I enjoyed this, not bad for a first novel. The book had a good storyline, was well written. I didn't guess who the murderer was until the end which is always good.
October 19, 2020
Overall I enjoyed this fast-moving story set a large town in Ontario. The first person point of view was interesting and worked to keep the pacing. The two female friends being married and having children together, as well as up-to-date tech stuff like Oscar, put it into a very modern era.
At times Megan seemed rather self-centered, as in so focused on "I'm the prime suspect." I wondered about her claim of not caring about her husband any more, yet being so snarky about his brief affair. She insists on having a say in whether her doors get locks, but she turns around and orders locks for Connie's doors without asking Connie. Small points; overall the story was well plotted and well told. Megan so nicely eliminated all the other suspects that I guessed whodunit before the finale.
At times Megan seemed rather self-centered, as in so focused on "I'm the prime suspect." I wondered about her claim of not caring about her husband any more, yet being so snarky about his brief affair. She insists on having a say in whether her doors get locks, but she turns around and orders locks for Connie's doors without asking Connie. Small points; overall the story was well plotted and well told. Megan so nicely eliminated all the other suspects that I guessed whodunit before the finale.
June 9, 2021
A fun loving cozy mystery.
June 14, 2023
I could definitely tell this book was a debut. It was cute but repetitive. I've read worse cozies, but I will not be continuing on with this series.
May 25, 2025
Set in Ontario Canada near Toronto, so since I live in this area this made the story that much more entertaining with locations I know. The story was a great little cozy mystery too. I was totally surprised by who the killer was.
May 15, 2021
I really enjoyed this book; I found it to be well-written, good characters and most of all fun to listen too.
The narrator does a really good job of bringing this story to life.
I received this audiobook for free and wanted to give an honest opinion.
The narrator does a really good job of bringing this story to life.
I received this audiobook for free and wanted to give an honest opinion.
October 18, 2020
I really enjoyed the characters in this book. The relationship between Megan and her soon to be ex was interesting as they try to navigate their divorce in a small town. It's fun to read about a group of women who are very supportive of each other and since I knit, I enjoy reading about the yarn and the group of knitters. Looking forward to more of this series.
December 22, 2021
I really enjoyed this cozy mystery! Great characters and I didn’t guess the ending right away!
January 25, 2023
An enjoyable murder mystery that also involves knitting. I found myself wanting to read so I’d find out who did it.
November 10, 2020
Excellent mystery.
Lovely small-town setting. Lots of nice people who care about each other. Nice to see a cop who doesn't resent help from the civilian.
Lovely small-town setting. Lots of nice people who care about each other. Nice to see a cop who doesn't resent help from the civilian.
September 17, 2021
A cozy murder mystery - a quick read and thoroughly enjoyable.
May 3, 2021
Loved it!
I chose this book to read on a whim—mainly because I love knitting and mysteries. It didn’t take long for me to get pulled in to the characters and storyline—I loved it! I will definitely be reading the rest of the series!
I chose this book to read on a whim—mainly because I love knitting and mysteries. It didn’t take long for me to get pulled in to the characters and storyline—I loved it! I will definitely be reading the rest of the series!
June 12, 2021
I can’t give more than 3 stars, because this book was so in need of a good editor. The storyline was good, the mystery not immediately solvable, and it was an easy read but……..
The story was written in present tense which took me over half of the book to get used to, there were a few grammatical Eros that stuck like neon signs, and sometimes it was just too “cutesy”. Examples of this are the shop names, Knitorious, Ho Le Chow, Latte Da, Wilde Flowers, and the worst of all Mourning Glory Funerals. One or even tow is believable but surely every store in town didn’t conspire to sound like that? There was excessive use of exclamation points! And too many descriptions that sounded like something a teenager would say “they are so freaking cute!” And “he is sooo hot!”
So 3 stars for a good cozy mystery that could have been 4 with better editing.
The story was written in present tense which took me over half of the book to get used to, there were a few grammatical Eros that stuck like neon signs, and sometimes it was just too “cutesy”. Examples of this are the shop names, Knitorious, Ho Le Chow, Latte Da, Wilde Flowers, and the worst of all Mourning Glory Funerals. One or even tow is believable but surely every store in town didn’t conspire to sound like that? There was excessive use of exclamation points! And too many descriptions that sounded like something a teenager would say “they are so freaking cute!” And “he is sooo hot!”
So 3 stars for a good cozy mystery that could have been 4 with better editing.
August 25, 2020
A cozy difference
I like the lead, Megan, and her gal pals; they have created a mature and close-knit support system. The premise is sound, and the mystery is engaging, but the transitions are either abrupt or nonexistent. How did we get to trackers on cars, and everyone overlooks cheating? The killer is not surprising, but the background to the murders certainly is. I'm interested to discover what Book Two will offer.
I like the lead, Megan, and her gal pals; they have created a mature and close-knit support system. The premise is sound, and the mystery is engaging, but the transitions are either abrupt or nonexistent. How did we get to trackers on cars, and everyone overlooks cheating? The killer is not surprising, but the background to the murders certainly is. I'm interested to discover what Book Two will offer.
September 16, 2021
In the town of Harmony Lake there are close and genuine neighborly relationships, yet small town gossip. Wonderful small businesses such as a local knit shop, bakery, restaurants, and hair salon. What they don't have is their own murder detective, and certainly the locals will not trust an outsider, without the help of a local. Interesting characters and subplots keep the story moving along.
August 20, 2020
Couldn't get past first few chapters. The first person way of writing was horrible. Not like anything I have ever read.
October 11, 2023
Who killed Fred and Paul and why??? AND a gift exchange??? I enjoyed the story and recommend the book.
March 14, 2022
I really enjoyed this book. It hooked me from the first page, to the last.. which is not easy to do. I can't wait to start the second one.
September 13, 2022
This was a cute foray into a cozy mystery, and I've been hard-core into the angsty romances lately, so I needed the change. Honestly I think what made me like this one enough to give it three stars was the setting -- and also the fact that it's a series set around knitting that actually made me feel like the knitting was important. I've ready several "cozy mysteries" that have craft-heavy titles and it's limited to the main character owning/working in a yarn store, but half the time I feel like the author has no idea what knitting is beyond knits and purls. I still tend to pick them up because they almost always make me feel like picking up a project.
Megan and her husband of 20 years, Adam, begin the story amicably separated, but still living together while their daughter settles into college. You get both the impression of healthy co-parenting and the real reasons why these two don't need to be together anymore. It was sort of refreshing from all the dipshit exes we see in these books. I also like that Megan has a strong support system, with close friends who have her back, which is also frequently lacking in a lot of these books. It made her and the town seem more real.
The villain is laughably obvious. The fact that there was any question really was irksome. And once it was revealed, the method of capture also essentially had a big "here's how we're going to catch the bad guy!" red arrow pointing at it. Here's hoping the later books get better about that.
I will say I never understand "cozy mystery series" that take place in small towns. I never really believe that a town that has seen no real crime rate until recently suddenly becomes such a popular murder spot. And only our plucky heroine, who has no crime-solving experience, can solve it. I know, I know, this is an issue that goes back to Jessica Fletcher (probably before, but that's what is coming to mind), but it always detracts from my enjoyment of the books as the series progress, which is probably one of the reasons I never stick with these long.
The cop who is clearly a love interest is... fine. He is actually a refreshing change from the angry stay-out-of-my-investigation cops I usually see here. But maybe because we're only meeting him as Megan has, he only left a vague impression.
The narrator is... not great. Her voice for men makes them sound like she is mocking slow people. Her voice for several of the women was overly nasal and pretty ridiculous. I know you need to differentiate, but one voice, in particular, was especially grating. I read some reviews that say she gets better as the series goes on. We'll see.
Megan and her husband of 20 years, Adam, begin the story amicably separated, but still living together while their daughter settles into college. You get both the impression of healthy co-parenting and the real reasons why these two don't need to be together anymore. It was sort of refreshing from all the dipshit exes we see in these books. I also like that Megan has a strong support system, with close friends who have her back, which is also frequently lacking in a lot of these books. It made her and the town seem more real.
The villain is laughably obvious. The fact that there was any question really was irksome. And once it was revealed, the method of capture also essentially had a big "here's how we're going to catch the bad guy!" red arrow pointing at it. Here's hoping the later books get better about that.
I will say I never understand "cozy mystery series" that take place in small towns. I never really believe that a town that has seen no real crime rate until recently suddenly becomes such a popular murder spot. And only our plucky heroine, who has no crime-solving experience, can solve it. I know, I know, this is an issue that goes back to Jessica Fletcher (probably before, but that's what is coming to mind), but it always detracts from my enjoyment of the books as the series progress, which is probably one of the reasons I never stick with these long.
The cop who is clearly a love interest is... fine. He is actually a refreshing change from the angry stay-out-of-my-investigation cops I usually see here. But maybe because we're only meeting him as Megan has, he only left a vague impression.
The narrator is... not great. Her voice for men makes them sound like she is mocking slow people. Her voice for several of the women was overly nasal and pretty ridiculous. I know you need to differentiate, but one voice, in particular, was especially grating. I read some reviews that say she gets better as the series goes on. We'll see.
April 29, 2021
I really enjoyed this book, this is the first book by this author that I have read or listened to but it won't be the last, especially if there are more books in this series. Even if you aren't interested in knitting you should give this book a go because other than tangling you up in knots trying to work out who the killer is, the knitting references was just in passing and the mystery was the main focus. I actually liked the fact that the main character worked in a wool shop it was a nice change to the usual book store or food establishment that you usually find in cozy mysteries. The characters were like able and a liked the small town Canadian vibe of the book where everybody knows each other and you can keep a cat in your shop. It was also nice the fact that the main character is getting a divorce but is still on speaking terms with the cheating husband give or take, it added a nice dimension to her home life and opened it up to some romance. The mystery it's self was interesting with plenty of suspects and twists and I liked how the murderer got caught. I will be looking out for the next book.
Megan's day is off to a bad start when she wakes up to the message that her soon to be ex husband is cheating on her with a married woman and her husband wants to met. It doesn't help that she missed a local meeting getting the bad news and the chairman calls her out about it in the middle of the street. Then the man she meets informs her that his wife is a junior at her husband law firm and if he doesn't quit then the partner's will be informed. She then has to drop of some forgotten wool only to find the man that accosted her dead in his cereals. Could things get any worse? Apparently yes the dead man was also trying to blackmail Megan's husband and the police are looking at the two of them like suspects. Megan can't let her daughter grow up without either of her parent's and decide to look into the murder herself. With everybody keeping secrets from the police will she be the one to unravel the ball. Knitting might be her passion but when her freedom and her husband is threatened it will take more than two murders and a frame up job to stop Megan.
I liked the narrator. This is the first book I have listened to her narrate but I hope it won't be the last because she does a good job and made it interesting.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
Megan's day is off to a bad start when she wakes up to the message that her soon to be ex husband is cheating on her with a married woman and her husband wants to met. It doesn't help that she missed a local meeting getting the bad news and the chairman calls her out about it in the middle of the street. Then the man she meets informs her that his wife is a junior at her husband law firm and if he doesn't quit then the partner's will be informed. She then has to drop of some forgotten wool only to find the man that accosted her dead in his cereals. Could things get any worse? Apparently yes the dead man was also trying to blackmail Megan's husband and the police are looking at the two of them like suspects. Megan can't let her daughter grow up without either of her parent's and decide to look into the murder herself. With everybody keeping secrets from the police will she be the one to unravel the ball. Knitting might be her passion but when her freedom and her husband is threatened it will take more than two murders and a frame up job to stop Megan.
I liked the narrator. This is the first book I have listened to her narrate but I hope it won't be the last because she does a good job and made it interesting.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
September 6, 2021
Megan has so many things stacked against her, how can you not read to the end to find out what happens!
Reagan Davis created a cast of characters to both love and hate (I so wanted to see someone slap that husband of hers upside the head). The small town feeling engulfed you in a warm, cozy feeling, until you realized, as did Megan, that it wasn't an outsider who was the killer-it was one of their own. The clues are well placed, and so is the hint of future romance. I have to admit, when I finished the book, I went to my craft closet and looked longingly at my knitting basket. The author shares enough knowledge and love of knitting to make you want to squeeze a soft and fuzzy skein of yarn. Already downing book 2!!
Reagan Davis created a cast of characters to both love and hate (I so wanted to see someone slap that husband of hers upside the head). The small town feeling engulfed you in a warm, cozy feeling, until you realized, as did Megan, that it wasn't an outsider who was the killer-it was one of their own. The clues are well placed, and so is the hint of future romance. I have to admit, when I finished the book, I went to my craft closet and looked longingly at my knitting basket. The author shares enough knowledge and love of knitting to make you want to squeeze a soft and fuzzy skein of yarn. Already downing book 2!!
June 20, 2021
Location Harmony Lake, Canada.
This is the first in the series. I listened to this book when given the opportunity. I also read it with my prime account.
Meg and Adam live together and will be filing for divorce as soon as their daughter leaves for college. Paul confronts her and tries to blackmail her. Meg is having none of it. Adam is being blackmailed at work. It gets messy.
Paul is killed and both Meg and Adam become suspects.
I like how the town comes together to support these two. The investigator made an impression on me. I’ll be checking out the next in the series.
I had a hard time with everything just rolls off Meg.
This is the first in the series. I listened to this book when given the opportunity. I also read it with my prime account.
Meg and Adam live together and will be filing for divorce as soon as their daughter leaves for college. Paul confronts her and tries to blackmail her. Meg is having none of it. Adam is being blackmailed at work. It gets messy.
Paul is killed and both Meg and Adam become suspects.
I like how the town comes together to support these two. The investigator made an impression on me. I’ll be checking out the next in the series.
I had a hard time with everything just rolls off Meg.
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