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Embroidered Evidence : A Romantic Cozy Cross Stitch Mystery set in a Coastal Village
297 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 18, 2026
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February 27, 2026
Intense
I found it hard to put this book down. Excellent read. This is a new author that has a lot of talent. The characters have been developed so warmly that you get wrapped up in their lives. I found myself chuckling, getting angry, butterflies in the pit of my stomach, even crying at certain parts in the book. That is what good literature should do. I cannot wait to see what happens in part two.
I found it hard to put this book down. Excellent read. This is a new author that has a lot of talent. The characters have been developed so warmly that you get wrapped up in their lives. I found myself chuckling, getting angry, butterflies in the pit of my stomach, even crying at certain parts in the book. That is what good literature should do. I cannot wait to see what happens in part two.
February 21, 2026
As a needleworker I’m very familiar with Thea Dueck, the creative force behind The Victoria Sampler. She branches out into cozy mysteries with the first book in her Threadneedle Mystery series and she knocks it out of the park. Combining a mysterious disappearance, an unexpected murder, a burgeoning relationship, and of course, some counted thread needlework, Dueck’s excellent writing leads the reader skillfully through a very engaging plot. The characters are fully fleshed out, the dialogue is natural, and there’s no silly “swooning”. Real people in a believable situation.
I enjoyed her descriptions of beautiful British Columbia. No flowery adjectives, just clear and engaging descriptions which made the reader feel like they are there and in the moment.
I’m very much looking forward to her next book!
I enjoyed her descriptions of beautiful British Columbia. No flowery adjectives, just clear and engaging descriptions which made the reader feel like they are there and in the moment.
I’m very much looking forward to her next book!
March 9, 2026
Cozy is as cozy does
All too often books marketed as "cozy" seem amateurish, with weak plots and cardboard characters. "Embroidered Evidence" features interesting, distinctive characters and a well-crafted storyline. The design and execution by various characters of counted-thread needlework is a satisfying decorative embellishment. All in all, a well-designed piece, perfect read for a rainy afternoon. One niggle: the female protagonist who promises to "stay put" and then promptly darts off on her own is a tired and very annoying plot device.
All too often books marketed as "cozy" seem amateurish, with weak plots and cardboard characters. "Embroidered Evidence" features interesting, distinctive characters and a well-crafted storyline. The design and execution by various characters of counted-thread needlework is a satisfying decorative embellishment. All in all, a well-designed piece, perfect read for a rainy afternoon. One niggle: the female protagonist who promises to "stay put" and then promptly darts off on her own is a tired and very annoying plot device.
March 6, 2026
Well-written awesome book!!!
This book is filled with several twists and turns. All the characters are well described even to the point that I can picture them in my mind's eye. The emotions the main character deals with seem so real.
I am a needleworker and love that Thea Dueck has written such a great book. She is as talented as an author as she is a needlework designer.
Well done, Thea Dueck, Well Done!!!
This book is filled with several twists and turns. All the characters are well described even to the point that I can picture them in my mind's eye. The emotions the main character deals with seem so real.
I am a needleworker and love that Thea Dueck has written such a great book. She is as talented as an author as she is a needlework designer.
Well done, Thea Dueck, Well Done!!!
April 6, 2026
thoroughly enjoyed
Great read and can’t wait for the next book to come out. Loved the descriptions and am a fan of needlework myself.
Great read and can’t wait for the next book to come out. Loved the descriptions and am a fan of needlework myself.
April 18, 2026
LOVED this story! Delightful read. Cozy, intriguing, plenty of twists and turns. Loved the writing style and lead character relationship amidst it. Fun, laid back, great story to cozy up with!
April 30, 2026
Really enjoyable
Well-written, good characters and an all round enjoyable read. My first copy mystery for a while, and it didn't disappoint!
Well-written, good characters and an all round enjoyable read. My first copy mystery for a while, and it didn't disappoint!
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