Mysterious Saturday Review: A Likely Story

* Book 6 in the Library Lovers Mystery Series *

On her way to an island to deliver library books to two isolated brothers takes a deadly turn. When Stuart fails to meet them on the dock, Lindsey and Sully get nervous. They make their way to the house - avoiding all the booby traps.

In the house, they discover one brother missing and one brother murdered.

There's not much evidence, but it points to Stuart. Lindsey knows that he wouldn't kill his brother, but with him missing, he looks guilty. Lindsey hopes to find him and uncover the truth before it's too late for both brothers.

My Thoughts: I love this series - for the inside look at libraries, library co-workers, and love of books. 

I love the small town and the people of the town - reading a new installment is like visiting old friends.

I liked learning more about the islands and the history of the town. I felt horrible for the brothers and for all they went through. I can't imagine living isolated on an island for my whole life and rarely seeing people. 

I really enjoyed watching Beth start to date again - I hope that works out this time. Her story line provided humorous moments.

Of course, I enjoyed Mrs. Cole and look forward to seeing new developments in her story in regards to the new hire. 

I can't wait to read what happens next.

Cover Thoughts: Love it
Source: ARC sent for review

Final Thoughts: A perfect story for this series full of danger, suspicion, friendship, and romance. 

Mysterious Saturday Review: At the Drop of a Hat

* Book 3 in the Hat Shop Mystery Series *

Scarlett and Viv couldn't be more thrilled when a woman walks into their shop with an old hat designed by Mim. She needs it repaired for her upcoming wedding. The two cousins can't wait to get started, but when they don't hear back from Ariana, Scarlett goes to visit her office.

As soon as she arrives, Scarlett hears a scream. Following the noise, she rushes through the office to find Ariana leaning over her boss who fell from the roof. The police investigation quickly uncovers a motive for Ariana. She's soon arrested.

Deep down, Scarlett knows her new friend isn't a murderer and she's not about to let Ariana rot in jail while she has a wedding to plan.

My Thoughts: I love this series - for the hat shop, for the cousins, for the secondary characters, and for the investigations. I love the relationships in this series: between the cousins, between Ginger and Harry, between Scarlett and Andre and Nick, and between customers. I love how Scarlett embraces people and tries to help them. I love the setting. I love the differences in cultures - between Scarlett's American ways and Fee and Viv behaving more properly. A fantastic mystery filled with humor, intrigue, and a little danger. I can't believe the bombshell dropped at the end - and I can't wait to read more about that!

Cover Thoughts: Perfection
Source: My Library

Final Thoughts: Reading a new hat shop mystery is like sitting down with your favorite cup of tea, always relaxing and enjoyable.