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Newfound Lake Cozy Mystery #23
The Deviled Easter Egg Hunt: A Newfound Lake Cozy Mystery
When the town librarian is an avid mystery and true-crime reader, the local law enforcement must need a book-smart assistant like her, right?
Even though winter is technically over, the arrival of Easter makes it feel like spring has officially sprung. Alexandria, one of four towns that geographically border Newfound Lake, is celebrating this year with their second annual Easter Egg Hunt for both children and adults. After the resounding success of last year’s event, they expanded it to include a Deviled Egg Contest at the town hall; Rebecca Towne is signed up and ready to scramble the competition.
When Melanie and Megan, Rebecca’s stepdaughters, are finished hunting for eggs, the only event remaining is a photograph with the Easter Bunny. Rebecca and her new husband, Chief Kenny Towne, notice something off and intercept kids still wanting to meet the famous cottontail. Suspicions confirmed, Rebecca decides this is her case to crack. The death of the costumed character in broad daylight isn’t the only thing that smells funny in this small town when no one can seem to identify a viable suspect.
With the hunt for the eggs over, the hunt for a killer begins. Will Rebecca be able to identify the bad egg in the basket, or will she come up with her first goose egg?
Even though winter is technically over, the arrival of Easter makes it feel like spring has officially sprung. Alexandria, one of four towns that geographically border Newfound Lake, is celebrating this year with their second annual Easter Egg Hunt for both children and adults. After the resounding success of last year’s event, they expanded it to include a Deviled Egg Contest at the town hall; Rebecca Towne is signed up and ready to scramble the competition.
When Melanie and Megan, Rebecca’s stepdaughters, are finished hunting for eggs, the only event remaining is a photograph with the Easter Bunny. Rebecca and her new husband, Chief Kenny Towne, notice something off and intercept kids still wanting to meet the famous cottontail. Suspicions confirmed, Rebecca decides this is her case to crack. The death of the costumed character in broad daylight isn’t the only thing that smells funny in this small town when no one can seem to identify a viable suspect.
With the hunt for the eggs over, the hunt for a killer begins. Will Rebecca be able to identify the bad egg in the basket, or will she come up with her first goose egg?
86 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 23, 2025
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April 4, 2025
Entertaining mystery listening 👮👒
This kindle ebook novella is from my Kindle Unlimited account book 23 of 23
Rebecca and Kenny are working the Easter Egg Hunt when they find the Easter bunny dead. Rebecca keeps asking questions leading to the arrest of the killer. 🤓
I would recommend this series and author to readers of romantic family and friends relationships adventures mystery novels 😯😄 2025 😘👀
This kindle ebook novella is from my Kindle Unlimited account book 23 of 23
Rebecca and Kenny are working the Easter Egg Hunt when they find the Easter bunny dead. Rebecca keeps asking questions leading to the arrest of the killer. 🤓
I would recommend this series and author to readers of romantic family and friends relationships adventures mystery novels 😯😄 2025 😘👀
April 20, 2025
In a neighboring town from Newfound Lake, the community eagerly gathers for the second annual Easter Egg Hunt, a festive affair that includes a Deviled Egg contest and draws the ever-curious Rebecca Ramsey, a staple in this series. Accompanied by her husband, the local chief of police, Kenny Towne, his ex-wife, Heather, and their daughters Melanie and Megan, the family is poised for a day of fun and frolic. As the children's Easter Egg Hunt unfolds seamlessly, a sinister twist emerges when Melanie and Megan's photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny at the gazebo is unexpectedly delayed due to a shocking turn of events—someone has attempted to turn the Easter Bunny into rabbit stew. Jared, in an attempt to help his girlfriend who was feeling unwell, had persuaded his friend Mick to don the bunny costume for the event. However, the person found in the costume is unknown to Kenny and Rebecca, leaving them puzzled and determined to unravel the mystery. Side by side with Kenny, Rebecca dives into the investigation, determined to crack the case. Will they be able to unscramble the clues and solve this egg-citing mystery, or will time hop away from them?
Virginia K. Bennett's "The Deviled Easter Egg Hunt: A Newfound Cozy Mystery, Book 23" is a delightful escapade that brilliantly opens with an unexpected twist. A last-minute change for the library's Friday night event focuses on the charming Jeremy, a retired teacher whose captivating discussion on Easter food traditions from around the globe draws readers into an immersive experience. I felt as if I were seated right there amidst the lively chatter, absorbing every delectable detail. The plot moves forward with an adult Easter egg hunt and a spirited Deviled Egg contest, transforming this narrative into a multifaceted mystery that is both a culinary adventure and a thrilling whodunit. Each chapter unfolds like a tantalizing puzzle, where the vibrant cast of characters, each with their own distinctive voice, keeps me on the edge of my seat, eager to decipher the next clue.
The story maintains a gentle pace, offering a lighthearted yet engaging mystery intertwined with culinary delights that enhance the narrative's charm. This installment prominently features deviled eggs, culminating in a tantalizing Maple-Bacon Deviled Eggs recipe, which I eagerly tried and was met with rave reviews from my family during Easter. With its clever plot twists and intriguing suspects, Virginia K. Bennett crafts a mystery that leaves me craving more from this cozy series. If you're in search of a book that seamlessly blends gentle mystery with culinary delight, "The Deviled Easter Egg Hunt" is a must-read. Dive into this cozy mystery and join Rebecca and her family in unraveling a case that's as delightful as it is mysterious. Trust me, you won't want to miss this egg-citing adventure!
Book Rating:
Originality: 5.0/5.0
Plot Structure: 5.0/5.0
Pacing: 5.0/5.0
Dialogue: 5.0/5.0
Personal Enjoyment: 4.5/5.0
Cover Design: (Not averaged in the overall rating.) 4.75/5.0
Overall Rating: 4.9/5.0 (Rating will be rounded up due to platforms not allowing partial ratings.)
Virginia K. Bennett's "The Deviled Easter Egg Hunt: A Newfound Cozy Mystery, Book 23" is a delightful escapade that brilliantly opens with an unexpected twist. A last-minute change for the library's Friday night event focuses on the charming Jeremy, a retired teacher whose captivating discussion on Easter food traditions from around the globe draws readers into an immersive experience. I felt as if I were seated right there amidst the lively chatter, absorbing every delectable detail. The plot moves forward with an adult Easter egg hunt and a spirited Deviled Egg contest, transforming this narrative into a multifaceted mystery that is both a culinary adventure and a thrilling whodunit. Each chapter unfolds like a tantalizing puzzle, where the vibrant cast of characters, each with their own distinctive voice, keeps me on the edge of my seat, eager to decipher the next clue.
The story maintains a gentle pace, offering a lighthearted yet engaging mystery intertwined with culinary delights that enhance the narrative's charm. This installment prominently features deviled eggs, culminating in a tantalizing Maple-Bacon Deviled Eggs recipe, which I eagerly tried and was met with rave reviews from my family during Easter. With its clever plot twists and intriguing suspects, Virginia K. Bennett crafts a mystery that leaves me craving more from this cozy series. If you're in search of a book that seamlessly blends gentle mystery with culinary delight, "The Deviled Easter Egg Hunt" is a must-read. Dive into this cozy mystery and join Rebecca and her family in unraveling a case that's as delightful as it is mysterious. Trust me, you won't want to miss this egg-citing adventure!
Book Rating:
Originality: 5.0/5.0
Plot Structure: 5.0/5.0
Pacing: 5.0/5.0
Dialogue: 5.0/5.0
Personal Enjoyment: 4.5/5.0
Cover Design: (Not averaged in the overall rating.) 4.75/5.0
Overall Rating: 4.9/5.0 (Rating will be rounded up due to platforms not allowing partial ratings.)
March 26, 2025
"The Deviled Easter Egg Hunt (A Newfound Lake Cozy Mystery #23)" by Virginia K. Bennett has Rebecca and full blended family celebrating Easter. There are egg hunts for kids and adults, a deviled egg contest and an Easter bunny for the kids. It wouldn't be a holiday in Newfound Lake if someone didn't end up dying.
Rebecca must be a cozy mystery lover herself. There was a clue I was thinking was going to be a bit of a red herring but I should have known better. I wont say more because I don't want to reveal any spoilers.
Rebecca must be a cozy mystery lover herself. There was a clue I was thinking was going to be a bit of a red herring but I should have known better. I wont say more because I don't want to reveal any spoilers.
December 7, 2025
Another fun addition to the series
Kenny and Rebecca are participating in the Alexandria town Easter egg hunt and deviled egg competition with the girls. Rebecca wins the deviled egg contest and they get ready to get the girls pictures taken with the Easter Bunny. Kenny realizes something looks off with the bunny and when he goes to check finds the woman in the costume he’s been stabbed to death. The mystery deepens until Rebecca drives it to a surprising conclusion.
Kenny and Rebecca are participating in the Alexandria town Easter egg hunt and deviled egg competition with the girls. Rebecca wins the deviled egg contest and they get ready to get the girls pictures taken with the Easter Bunny. Kenny realizes something looks off with the bunny and when he goes to check finds the woman in the costume he’s been stabbed to death. The mystery deepens until Rebecca drives it to a surprising conclusion.
March 28, 2025
Deviled Eggs, Yumm
Judging a Deviled Egg contest would be great, just like The Deviled Easter Egg Hunt was.
All of the characters were very likable. I love the way Virginia K. Bennett describes the scenes so completely. You can always see it in your minds eye.
Great Book!
Judging a Deviled Egg contest would be great, just like The Deviled Easter Egg Hunt was.
All of the characters were very likable. I love the way Virginia K. Bennett describes the scenes so completely. You can always see it in your minds eye.
Great Book!
April 14, 2025
A really cute read
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