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'Murder with Fried Chicken and Waffles' is an African American cozy mystery featuring Mahalia Watkins as the lead character, a strong black woman who runs a soul food restaurant. The book includes soul food recipes, adding an extra layer of authenticity to the story. The plot revolves around Halia, the restaurant owner, who finds herself embroiled in a murder mystery while managing her business and dealing with quirky and endearing characters, including her mischievous cousin Wavonne.
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Save:In the book "Her Royal Spyness" by Rhys Bowen, Lady Georgiana, a distant cousin of the Queen and 34th in line for the throne, finds herself in financial hardship and decides to move to London in the 1930s to make her own way. She faces challenges such as learning basic household tasks, avoiding unwanted royal marriages, and even stumbling upon a dead body in her bathtub. With a mix of humor, historical detail, royal gossip, and a hint of romance, Lady Georgiana navigates through a cozy mystery filled with intrigue and adventure.
The writing style in "Her Royal Spyness" is described as light-hearted, charming, and funny, with engaging character development and witty dialogue. Readers are taken on a romp through 1930s London, experiencing the quirks of the upper class British society through the eyes of the spunky and resourceful Lady Georgiana.
First, one is expected to behave as befits a member of the ruling family, without being given the means to do so. One is expected to kiss babies, open fetes, put in an appearance at Balmoral (suitably... - #2
Save:Lady Hardcastle, a widow in her forties, has bought a house in the country and retired there with her lady's maid, Florence Armstrong, in 1908. The two women quickly find themselves investigating not one, but two murders, as well as the theft of a valuable emerald from a neighboring gentry family. With a lively and interesting plot, the story keeps readers guessing without cheating, and the characters are well worth spending time with. The writing style is excellent, providing a real feel for village life in the English countryside at the turn of the last century.
The driver of the faintly dilapidated cart handed me Lady Hardcastle’s Gladstone while she fished in her purse for her customarily generous tip. With an astonished ‘Thank you, m’lady’, he flicked his ... - #3
Save:'The Quiche of Death' in the Agatha Raisin series by M.C. Beaton is a cozy mystery set in a sleepy English village. The plot revolves around Agatha Raisin, a flawed older woman who solves murders in the picturesque countryside. The writing style is described as light-hearted, funny, and entertaining, with relatively short novels that are easy to finish.
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Save:'The Thursday Murder Club' by Richard Osman is a cozy mystery novel set in a luxury retirement village where a group of senior citizens, known as the Thursday Murder Club, come together to solve cold cases. When a real murder occurs within their retirement community, the group finds themselves entangled in a present-day murder investigation. The book is praised for its witty writing style, well-developed characters, and engaging plot that combines humor, mystery, and a touch of realism about aging and friendship.
The story follows the quirky members of the Thursday Murder Club, including Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron, and Ibrahim, as they navigate the complexities of solving a murder while dealing with their own personal struggles and relationships. The novel cleverly weaves together multiple plotlines, red herrings, and unexpected twists, keeping readers guessing until the very end. With a mix of humor, pathos, and clever storytelling, 'The Thursday Murder Club' offers a delightful and entertaining read that celebrates the power of friendship and the thrill of solving mysteries in a unique setting.
I knew who she was, of course; everybody here knows Elizabeth. She has one of the three-bed flats in Larkin Court. It’s the one on the corner, with the decking? Also, I was once on a quiz team with St...
