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Southern B&B Mystery #1
Southern Discomfort
Southern hospitality meets deadly deception in the start of a charming new mystery series from the USA Today bestselling author of the Java Jive novels.
Quinn Bellandini loves her life in Savannah, Georgia, where she runs her grandfather’s B&B with her sister, Delilah. From baking fresh scones and serving up grits every morning to ensuring the guests see the best of their historic city, Quinn can’t imagine doing anything else—even if it means dealing with nuisances like the occasional malfunctioning commode. But when Quinn drops by the local restaurant owned by her friend Drew Green, and stumbles upon a murder, her whole world comes crashing down.
Drew’s brother was always a little surly, but Quinn can’t imagine that someone disliked the prickly chef enough to kill him. The police, on the other hand, don’t believe that Quinn was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Before her guests can even digest the next morning’s gourmet breakfast, Quinn learns that she and Drew are suspects.
Drew thinks they should do some investigating of their own. Quinn is pretty sure she’s better suited to playing hostess than amateur sleuth. But with Delilah as her cynical sidekick, Quinn starts looking for the real killer—before she gets put away faster than you can say “sugar.”
Quinn Bellandini loves her life in Savannah, Georgia, where she runs her grandfather’s B&B with her sister, Delilah. From baking fresh scones and serving up grits every morning to ensuring the guests see the best of their historic city, Quinn can’t imagine doing anything else—even if it means dealing with nuisances like the occasional malfunctioning commode. But when Quinn drops by the local restaurant owned by her friend Drew Green, and stumbles upon a murder, her whole world comes crashing down.
Drew’s brother was always a little surly, but Quinn can’t imagine that someone disliked the prickly chef enough to kill him. The police, on the other hand, don’t believe that Quinn was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Before her guests can even digest the next morning’s gourmet breakfast, Quinn learns that she and Drew are suspects.
Drew thinks they should do some investigating of their own. Quinn is pretty sure she’s better suited to playing hostess than amateur sleuth. But with Delilah as her cynical sidekick, Quinn starts looking for the real killer—before she gets put away faster than you can say “sugar.”
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Caroline Fardig
28 books290 followersCAROLINE FARDIG is the USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR of the Java Jive Mysteries series and the Lizzie Hart Mysteries series. Fardig's BAD MEDICINE was named one of the "Best Books of 2015" by Suspense Magazine. She worked as a schoolteacher, church organist, insurance agent, funeral parlor associate, and stay-at-home mom before she realized that she wanted to be a writer when she grew up. Born and raised in a small town in Indiana, Fardig still lives in that same town with an understanding husband, two sweet kids, two energetic dogs, and one malevolent cat.
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March 5, 2018
Southern Discomfort by Caroline Fardig is the first book in the new cozy A Southern B&B Mystery series. This cozy little adventure comes with southern charm and a touch of paranormal with the resident ghost at the B&B.
Quinn Bellandini works in the her grandfather’s B&B with her sister, Delilah located in Savannah, Georgia. Quinn’s friend Drew owns a local restaurant and when wires get crossed between the friends Quinn heads over at closing to apologize. Instead of finding Drew closing up however Quinn finds his brother with a knife in his back on the kitchen floor.
When detectives arrive Quinn gets the distinct feeling that finding a body has put her up at the top of the suspect pool. When Drew is arrested for the murder though Quinn knows she needs to help investigate before they both wind up in jail for a crime they didn’t commit.
When I saw Southern Discomfort up for review I knew I needed to read this one since I’ve seen nothing but good things about the Java Jive series by Caroline Fardig. I’m happy to say for the most part I came away completely happy with this first installment of the series.
The one thing with this first book I would have liked to have seen though was a bit more into Quinn and Drew’s friendship before the murder happened. I didn’t get the feel of them being close enough to warrant putting her life at risk for him really but that in no way made her investigating any less fun.
The book had all of those other elements I look for in cozy mysteries though that held my attention quite easily. There’s a humorous vibe to the story while hunting the murderer, there’s the slightly quirky vibe from some of the characters and to top all of it off there’s some spirits in the B&B that like to be helpful. With all of those fun elements I’ll definitely look for the second book in the series to see what happens with Quinn and company next.
I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley.
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Quinn Bellandini works in the her grandfather’s B&B with her sister, Delilah located in Savannah, Georgia. Quinn’s friend Drew owns a local restaurant and when wires get crossed between the friends Quinn heads over at closing to apologize. Instead of finding Drew closing up however Quinn finds his brother with a knife in his back on the kitchen floor.
When detectives arrive Quinn gets the distinct feeling that finding a body has put her up at the top of the suspect pool. When Drew is arrested for the murder though Quinn knows she needs to help investigate before they both wind up in jail for a crime they didn’t commit.
When I saw Southern Discomfort up for review I knew I needed to read this one since I’ve seen nothing but good things about the Java Jive series by Caroline Fardig. I’m happy to say for the most part I came away completely happy with this first installment of the series.
The one thing with this first book I would have liked to have seen though was a bit more into Quinn and Drew’s friendship before the murder happened. I didn’t get the feel of them being close enough to warrant putting her life at risk for him really but that in no way made her investigating any less fun.
The book had all of those other elements I look for in cozy mysteries though that held my attention quite easily. There’s a humorous vibe to the story while hunting the murderer, there’s the slightly quirky vibe from some of the characters and to top all of it off there’s some spirits in the B&B that like to be helpful. With all of those fun elements I’ll definitely look for the second book in the series to see what happens with Quinn and company next.
I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley.
For more reviews please visit https://carriesbookreviews.com/
May 8, 2018
The 1st book in the Southern B&B mystery series. Quinn and Delilah run their grandfather's B&B in Savannah. In this first book, Quinn stumbles upon a local restaurant owner's dead body. The dead man's brother is a friend of Quinn's, and the prime suspect in the murder. Quinn decides to do some amateur sleuthing to prove her friend's innocence and catch the killer.
A charming cozy mystery set in one of my favorite Southern towns. Colorful characters, including a helpful spirit. A solid mystery with a little humor and romance. I look forward to reading more of this series.
I received a digital copy of this book from Random House Publishing Group - Alibi and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
A charming cozy mystery set in one of my favorite Southern towns. Colorful characters, including a helpful spirit. A solid mystery with a little humor and romance. I look forward to reading more of this series.
I received a digital copy of this book from Random House Publishing Group - Alibi and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
April 12, 2018
I love beginning a mystery series at the beginning. You would think I always do, but sometimes I dive in somewhere in the middle and go back to the first book. 🤷🏼♀️
This is a pretty good beginning. We have a heroine living in a small town and running an inn with her sister and grandfather. Oh, and there is the ghost of her great uncle that everyone sees but her. I can see some interesting stories in the future involving the side characters. The grandfather puts on magic shows and the sister was bullied in school because she spoke to the ghost.
There are the problems with murder mysteries set in small towns, of course. How many people can you kill off before you run out of citizens?
With this book our heroine is trying to help her friend who has been arrested for murder, especially when the cops try to link her into the murder.
I had a bit of a problem with the romance in the story. He is a friend of her sisters who moves in across the street snd seems to have arrived already in love with our heroine. Granted they grew up together, but what tripped his button into chasing after our heroine? He’s been gone for years. 🤷🏼♀️
This book was provided by Netgally for an honest review.
This is a pretty good beginning. We have a heroine living in a small town and running an inn with her sister and grandfather. Oh, and there is the ghost of her great uncle that everyone sees but her. I can see some interesting stories in the future involving the side characters. The grandfather puts on magic shows and the sister was bullied in school because she spoke to the ghost.
There are the problems with murder mysteries set in small towns, of course. How many people can you kill off before you run out of citizens?
With this book our heroine is trying to help her friend who has been arrested for murder, especially when the cops try to link her into the murder.
I had a bit of a problem with the romance in the story. He is a friend of her sisters who moves in across the street snd seems to have arrived already in love with our heroine. Granted they grew up together, but what tripped his button into chasing after our heroine? He’s been gone for years. 🤷🏼♀️
This book was provided by Netgally for an honest review.
February 16, 2018
3.60 stars
I very much enjoyed the setting in Savannah, GA especially the B&B that does not just hosts paying guests but also the ghost of Quinn's and Delilah's late uncle Frank.
The story is well flowing and with some good leads and unique suspects and kept my interest.
I couldn't connect with Quinn and found her friendship with Drew not very convincing. That made the story a lot less fun for me than it could have been. Quinn's polite way of telling people off was great though and made me laugh. I was glad to see Delilah joining the investigating force. Her personality was a lot more to my liking.
This was my first mystery by Caroline Fardig and I will give her other works a try.
I requested this book from NetGalley and am thankful that Random House Publishing Group - Alibi and the author provided me with an advance copy.
I very much enjoyed the setting in Savannah, GA especially the B&B that does not just hosts paying guests but also the ghost of Quinn's and Delilah's late uncle Frank.
The story is well flowing and with some good leads and unique suspects and kept my interest.
I couldn't connect with Quinn and found her friendship with Drew not very convincing. That made the story a lot less fun for me than it could have been. Quinn's polite way of telling people off was great though and made me laugh. I was glad to see Delilah joining the investigating force. Her personality was a lot more to my liking.
This was my first mystery by Caroline Fardig and I will give her other works a try.
I requested this book from NetGalley and am thankful that Random House Publishing Group - Alibi and the author provided me with an advance copy.
February 9, 2018
I was a fan of Ms. Fardig's Java Jive Mystery series so when I saw that she had a new series debuting I did not hesitate to pick this one up. I was not disappointed. This was a fun, easy read set in Savannah Georgia. The story line is full of southern charm and hospitality. Quinn Belladini and her sister Delilah are terrific characters. I enjoyed the sibling relationship they have and could completely relate. Each one has their own personality but always have each other's backs. They are surrounded by a good group of secondary characters including their Pappa Sal and the ghost of his deceased brother Frank.
The mystery was well done and carried though the entire story. There were plenty of suspects and it was hard to narrow down who I thought was the culprit. I will say that I was surprised by the identity of the culprit. The author did a really good job of keeping my focus elsewhere so I did not see this person at all.
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book provided to me by the publisher, Alibi, through Negalley.
The mystery was well done and carried though the entire story. There were plenty of suspects and it was hard to narrow down who I thought was the culprit. I will say that I was surprised by the identity of the culprit. The author did a really good job of keeping my focus elsewhere so I did not see this person at all.
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book provided to me by the publisher, Alibi, through Negalley.
March 18, 2018
Quinn Bellandini runs her grandfather’s B&B along with her older sister, Delilah. It’s located in Savannah, Georgia and the perfect tourist spot. Quinn, her sister and their grandfather love the B&B and have quite a peaceful life. Then, tragedy strikes. Quinn visits her friend Drew’s restaurant and finds his brother murdered.
Although Quinn is shocked by the murder, she’s even more shocked when she finds out she and Drew are the prime suspects. Drew’s brother was nasty, but not nasty enough to be the victim of a murder. Drew convinces Quinn that the police aren’t looking beyond them for suspects, so they should investigate the case themselves.
Quinn finds herself in some dangerous situations. Not to mention that a former neighbor moves back to town and seems very interested in her. She, on the other hand, not so much. She has bad memories from their childhood that she just can’t let go of.
This is a brand new series from a favorite author. Caroline Fardiq has another cozy mystery series, the Java Jive Mysteries. This series is called the Southern B&B Mysteries. It’s off to a solid start.
The characters are well developed, although I might have liked Quinn’s sister, Delilah, even more than Quinn, our amateur sleuth of the series. Together, they make a great detective team. Neither woman gives up easily.
There are many aspects to this book - mystery, romance and even a little bit of the paranormal. It’s a fast-paced story with a surprising ending. I didn’t figure it out until Quinn did at the end. I’m looking forward to another visit to Savannah and the B&B.
FTC Disclosure: I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Although Quinn is shocked by the murder, she’s even more shocked when she finds out she and Drew are the prime suspects. Drew’s brother was nasty, but not nasty enough to be the victim of a murder. Drew convinces Quinn that the police aren’t looking beyond them for suspects, so they should investigate the case themselves.
Quinn finds herself in some dangerous situations. Not to mention that a former neighbor moves back to town and seems very interested in her. She, on the other hand, not so much. She has bad memories from their childhood that she just can’t let go of.
This is a brand new series from a favorite author. Caroline Fardiq has another cozy mystery series, the Java Jive Mysteries. This series is called the Southern B&B Mysteries. It’s off to a solid start.
The characters are well developed, although I might have liked Quinn’s sister, Delilah, even more than Quinn, our amateur sleuth of the series. Together, they make a great detective team. Neither woman gives up easily.
There are many aspects to this book - mystery, romance and even a little bit of the paranormal. It’s a fast-paced story with a surprising ending. I didn’t figure it out until Quinn did at the end. I’m looking forward to another visit to Savannah and the B&B.
FTC Disclosure: I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
February 25, 2018
My Snow Day reward was getting time to sit and read Southern Discomfort this weekend. I quickly devoured the first half of the book and fought my eyes and had to call it a night on Friday night after 4 times of shoveling snow for 45 mins at a time, like with the snow I was losing the battle! In the morning after spending another 2.5 hours clearing snow with my family, and a quick nap on the couch a took my time to enjoy and finish Southern Discomfort. This was a good first in series with characters I have not seen before in many cozies. I love a great sister team and I think that Quinn and Delilah have a great relationship. There is also a great connection with her grandfather and peculiar mother daughter relationship that keep you wanting to read on. I knew going in that this story had a touch of paranormal magic, with the whispers of the ghost of an uncle and I really liked that it added and did not take away from the story. The hints are there for more which I would love to see develop in future mysteries but for this one it was just enough. The recipes included are all ones I will add to my own repertoire. The characters, mystery and story was great, I was only truly missing a furry companion, but the ghost of an uncle did make up for that. This one is out March 6th from Random House and is a cozy mystery lovers cozy.
February 16, 2018
Southern Discomfort features Quinn Bellandini and her sister, Delilah, who help run the family B&B in Savannah, GA. As someone who lived in Savannah for many years, I couldn’t wait to read the book. The book did not disappoint! The author expertly captures the charm of this lovely Southern city and creates some very interesting, relatable and colorful characters. When Quinn and Delilah stumble upon the body of a local restaurant owner, they quickly soar to the top of the suspect list along with the restaurant’s co-owner, Drew. However, the decedent had plenty of enemies and the sisters become determined to find the culprit. Southern Discomfort is the first in a new series and I am eagerly anticipating the next installment of A Southern B&B Mystery! . I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy provided to me by the publisher through NetGalley. This did not affect my rating. I have provided an unbiased and honest review.
February 12, 2018
A cracking start to the Southern B&B series a. There are elements of a mystery, paranormal, magic and romance highlighting the abilities of the author. The writing moved smoothly, the characters personalities were already present, the descriptions placed you in a southern state.There are characters with family history and newcomers to the area adding more depth.
Quinn and Delilah managed their Grandfather 's B&B in Savannah, Georgia. Quinn is friend withDrew green, co-owner of a local restaurant. She goes to the restaurant to see Drew, only to find his brother, dead in the kitchen. Quinn has problems handling the situation and loses it when the homicide detective tells her she conspired with Drew to murder his murder. Drew conveniences her to investigate the case so they won't be arrested. Drew mistreated and Quinn finds alone with the problem. She has no idea what she needs to do. Delilah becomes involved and she is pushing Quinn to see a high school friend. Will Quinn find answers before she joins Drew in jail? I highly recommend this book. Recipes are included.
Disclosure: Many thanks to Alibi for a review copy. The opinions expressed are my own.
Quinn and Delilah managed their Grandfather 's B&B in Savannah, Georgia. Quinn is friend withDrew green, co-owner of a local restaurant. She goes to the restaurant to see Drew, only to find his brother, dead in the kitchen. Quinn has problems handling the situation and loses it when the homicide detective tells her she conspired with Drew to murder his murder. Drew conveniences her to investigate the case so they won't be arrested. Drew mistreated and Quinn finds alone with the problem. She has no idea what she needs to do. Delilah becomes involved and she is pushing Quinn to see a high school friend. Will Quinn find answers before she joins Drew in jail? I highly recommend this book. Recipes are included.
Disclosure: Many thanks to Alibi for a review copy. The opinions expressed are my own.
March 7, 2018
Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) provided by the Author and Publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an fair and honest review.
This is a new series by the author of the Java Jive Series, which I just loved. Here we have Southern hospitality meeting murder, and another heroine who is out to prove her friend didn't do it. The story starts slow, but picks up pace quickly and I didn't see the baddie coming.
Quinn Bellandini and her sister Delilah run a charming B&B owned by their grandfather in Savannah Georgia. She loves her life and her wonderful, historic city and enjoys sharing it with the B&B guests. When she has a misunderstanding with a good friend, Drew Green, Quinn takes him a plate of scones as a peace offering only to find his brother, Jason, dead in the kitchen of Green, the restaurant they owned.
Jason would never win a Mr. Congeniality prize and generally had not a kind word to say about anyone, even his own wife, but he was a good chef. Who would want to kill him? Maybe a better question: Who wouldn't? The police quickly zero in on Jason, with Quinn as a person of interest. Since the police have their man, even if Quinn knows it's the wrong one, she decides to find a better suspect for the police.
This is a new series by the author of the Java Jive Series, which I just loved. Here we have Southern hospitality meeting murder, and another heroine who is out to prove her friend didn't do it. The story starts slow, but picks up pace quickly and I didn't see the baddie coming.
Quinn Bellandini and her sister Delilah run a charming B&B owned by their grandfather in Savannah Georgia. She loves her life and her wonderful, historic city and enjoys sharing it with the B&B guests. When she has a misunderstanding with a good friend, Drew Green, Quinn takes him a plate of scones as a peace offering only to find his brother, Jason, dead in the kitchen of Green, the restaurant they owned.
Jason would never win a Mr. Congeniality prize and generally had not a kind word to say about anyone, even his own wife, but he was a good chef. Who would want to kill him? Maybe a better question: Who wouldn't? The police quickly zero in on Jason, with Quinn as a person of interest. Since the police have their man, even if Quinn knows it's the wrong one, she decides to find a better suspect for the police.
February 19, 2018
Quinn Bellandini works in her family's bed and breakfast business in the historic district of Savannah, Georgia. Her best friend and "sidekick" is her sister Delilah. Quinn finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation when she discovers the murdered body of Chef Jason Green. She had gone there that evening after closing to see his brother and partner, Drew, to "confess" that she had given away the tickets he had given her earlier that day for a local play. When Drew is later arrested for his brother's murder, Quinn promises him she will do her best to find the real killer. She is also a person of interest since she found the body and fears the police will arrest her since they told her they have stopped looking for the real killer. As she continues to dig into the case, Delilah joins in the investigation.
I really enjoyed the book and read it in one day. It was comfortably paced and well-plotted. I liked the local references. There were a number of viable suspects that Quinn and Delilah developed and investigated, each with a plausible motive. The killer's identity really surprised me and kept me in suspense until the very end of the book. Quinn's character is very likeable, even when she is on the verge of harassment. I admired her loyalty to Drew and to her sister. I look forward to seeing how her character and a possible romance develops in the next book.
Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC of this book. My review is voluntary.
I really enjoyed the book and read it in one day. It was comfortably paced and well-plotted. I liked the local references. There were a number of viable suspects that Quinn and Delilah developed and investigated, each with a plausible motive. The killer's identity really surprised me and kept me in suspense until the very end of the book. Quinn's character is very likeable, even when she is on the verge of harassment. I admired her loyalty to Drew and to her sister. I look forward to seeing how her character and a possible romance develops in the next book.
Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC of this book. My review is voluntary.
April 10, 2018
Caroline Fardig, has made my favorite authors list with her upcoming release of Southern Discomfort.
You get an engaging mystery with elements of paranormal and romance and a surprising twist at the end, I was totally enthralled thought the story. The author really digs deep and shows you colorful fun love characters that you are rooting for way before the end and the story and the story setting is just fabulous.
I really enjoyed this story because this Quinn is not your typical mystery sleuth, she is thirsted into helping her close friend and herself from being convicted of murder. She first has to get up the courage and then she has to figure out what she has to do to in order to find the real killer since the cops are only looking surface deep in the investigation.
You get an engaging mystery with elements of paranormal and romance and a surprising twist at the end, I was totally enthralled thought the story. The author really digs deep and shows you colorful fun love characters that you are rooting for way before the end and the story and the story setting is just fabulous.
I really enjoyed this story because this Quinn is not your typical mystery sleuth, she is thirsted into helping her close friend and herself from being convicted of murder. She first has to get up the courage and then she has to figure out what she has to do to in order to find the real killer since the cops are only looking surface deep in the investigation.
March 9, 2018
This was such a fun start to a new series! Set in Savannah, GA, Bellandini sisters Delilah and Quinn run the family B&B along with their grandfather, Papa Sal. When their friend Drew's brother Jason is killed in their friends' family restaurant and is arrested for the murder, Quinn can't leave it alone especially since she thinks the police suspect her as well.
Two heads are usually better than one so Delilah gets involved in the investigation as well, along with trying to match make between Quinn and their old but now new neighbor, Tucker. Can they find the real killer before Drew and possibly Quinn are both sent up the river for good?
I really enjoyed all these great main characters! Papa Sal is just the kind of grandpa anyone would want even though he does take advice from his dead brother Frank's ghost, or so he says he sees him. I loved how when push came to shove, Delilah had her younger sister's back and dug into the investigation with her. They would tease each other good-naturedly but always were looking out for each other.
I feel like we got to know the characters with just the right amount of backstory and information, definitely not an overload. Delilah and Quinn were people I would want to be friends with. Quinn playing in bar band gigs on the side was an interesting touch, not really something expected out of a B&B part owner.
It was fun how clues that Uncle Frank gave actually worked out--I'm hoping we see, er I mean hear more from him in future books. I was happy to see things develop smoothly between Tucker and Delilah--it'll be interesting to see what kinds of adventures these people get into next!
Two heads are usually better than one so Delilah gets involved in the investigation as well, along with trying to match make between Quinn and their old but now new neighbor, Tucker. Can they find the real killer before Drew and possibly Quinn are both sent up the river for good?
I really enjoyed all these great main characters! Papa Sal is just the kind of grandpa anyone would want even though he does take advice from his dead brother Frank's ghost, or so he says he sees him. I loved how when push came to shove, Delilah had her younger sister's back and dug into the investigation with her. They would tease each other good-naturedly but always were looking out for each other.
I feel like we got to know the characters with just the right amount of backstory and information, definitely not an overload. Delilah and Quinn were people I would want to be friends with. Quinn playing in bar band gigs on the side was an interesting touch, not really something expected out of a B&B part owner.
It was fun how clues that Uncle Frank gave actually worked out--I'm hoping we see, er I mean hear more from him in future books. I was happy to see things develop smoothly between Tucker and Delilah--it'll be interesting to see what kinds of adventures these people get into next!
February 19, 2020
This is the first in a new series by Caroline Fardig, A Southern B&B Mystery. Quinn and Delilah Bellandini run their grandfather's B&B in Savannah. In this first book, Quinn stumbles upon a local restaurant owner's dead body, in his restaurant. The dead man's brother, Drew, is a friend of Quinn's, and is arrested and charged for the murder. Quinn is also a "person of interest" so she decides to do some amateur sleuthing to find the real killer. There are a lot of suspects, as Jason Green was not well liked. Can Quinn and Delilah find the real murderer?
I enjoyed this cozy mystery. The characters are great. The sisters are smart (most of the time), loyal, caring and hard workers. Their grandpa Sal is in and out of the story, but you know he loves his granddaughters and wants the best for them. Then there is Uncle Frank. He is dead and both Delilah and Grandpa Sal can see and converse with his ghost, Quinn thinks it is a bunch of hokey. Enter Tucker, the boy who grew up across the street from the Bellandinis. He is attracted to Quinn and is working hard to get her to reciprocate his feelings. There are some chuckles as the girls develop their sleuthing skills and Quinn is a bit of a clutz so in between the more serious moments there are still some giggles. I enjoyed the setting of Savannah, with its sultry weather and tourist destination. The mystery was well written and developed and was sleuthing right along with the girls. I figured out the culprit before they did, but if they had, we would have missed the exciting showdown. Overall a fun and interesting mystery and a series I am looking forward to following. My one suggestion would be to have more involvement with the guests at the B&B. If you enjoy a southern mystery, then pick this one up.
I enjoyed this cozy mystery. The characters are great. The sisters are smart (most of the time), loyal, caring and hard workers. Their grandpa Sal is in and out of the story, but you know he loves his granddaughters and wants the best for them. Then there is Uncle Frank. He is dead and both Delilah and Grandpa Sal can see and converse with his ghost, Quinn thinks it is a bunch of hokey. Enter Tucker, the boy who grew up across the street from the Bellandinis. He is attracted to Quinn and is working hard to get her to reciprocate his feelings. There are some chuckles as the girls develop their sleuthing skills and Quinn is a bit of a clutz so in between the more serious moments there are still some giggles. I enjoyed the setting of Savannah, with its sultry weather and tourist destination. The mystery was well written and developed and was sleuthing right along with the girls. I figured out the culprit before they did, but if they had, we would have missed the exciting showdown. Overall a fun and interesting mystery and a series I am looking forward to following. My one suggestion would be to have more involvement with the guests at the B&B. If you enjoy a southern mystery, then pick this one up.
February 19, 2018
Caroline Fardig provides reader with a new cozy mystery centered around a family operated bed and breakfast located in Savannah, Georgia. The Bellandini Bed and Breakfast is owned and operated by the Bellandini family; Papa Sal and his daughters, Delilah and Quinn. There is also a ghost, Uncle Frank, who only certain members can see. Quinn is the chef who is known to use fresh herbs in her creative dishes that are served and for greeting the guests and making them feel welcome. Delilah while not comfortable dealing with the guest does enjoy helping with the cleaning. While Papa Sal entertains and welcomes the guest too he is known more for his entertainment with his magic. On a hot and humid October day, Quinn heads to the neighboring restaurant called Green, named after the brother Jason and Drew Green. She needed some fresh lavender and thyme and to shoot the breeze with Drew. Drew, always the southern gentleman, joked with Quinn about her request and kidded her about just coming to see him. Drew’s offer of theater tickets is taken wrong by Quinn. She thought he was asking her to go with him, but she finds he will be working at the restaurant. Drew hands her the pair of tickets and Quinn realizes her error. Thanking Drew, Quinn ties to cover her mistake by saying she needed to go. Little did Quinn know the next time she saw Drew, he would be accused of murdering his brother, Jason, and she would be considered an accessory to the crime. Quinn knows she isn’t guilty and believes Drew wasn’t the type to kill his own brother, so she draws up a suspect list and starts to investigate who may be responsible.
May 8, 2018
*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.
What a great start to a new cozy series. Meet Quinn who runs a B&B with her sister and grandfather while their free spirit momma floats in and out. Quinn is just too sweet for her own good using impeccable southern manners and also believing the good in all. She goes to apologize to a friend only to find his brother dead instead. When the cops imply she's a suspect she begins a bumbling comical investigation that none the less pays off in the end. Great characters, nice setting, and a good mystery to follow so I recommend it to fans of cozy mysteries. I really enjoyed it so I give it 4/5 stars.
What a great start to a new cozy series. Meet Quinn who runs a B&B with her sister and grandfather while their free spirit momma floats in and out. Quinn is just too sweet for her own good using impeccable southern manners and also believing the good in all. She goes to apologize to a friend only to find his brother dead instead. When the cops imply she's a suspect she begins a bumbling comical investigation that none the less pays off in the end. Great characters, nice setting, and a good mystery to follow so I recommend it to fans of cozy mysteries. I really enjoyed it so I give it 4/5 stars.
February 15, 2018
Southern Discomfort is the first book in Caroline Fardig’s A Southern B&B Mystery series and is a fun and easy read. This is a clean book and is full of humor and Southern charm. Suspects abound and the twists and turns kept me guessing until the reveal. The mystery is well plotted and the characters are well developed and likeable. I’m looking forward to reading future books in this series.
Quinn Bellandini and her sister, Delilah, help run their grandfather, Papa Sal’s B&B in Savannah, Georgia. Quinn is a member of an all-girl band since high school with her friends, Rhetta Turner, Callie Drayton, Pepper Fox called Sister Wildfire and Delilah performs at the community theater. Feeling guilty for a lie she told her friend, Drew Green, earlier that day, Quinn drops by the local restaurant, Green, which is owned by Drew and his brother, Jason, to apologize and stumbles upon Jason’s body. Quinn and Drew are suspects and Drew thinks they should investigate to clear their names; Quinn, however, isn’t sure she’s cut out for interviewing potential suspects or investigating. She has an alibi, her high school nemesis, Tucker Heyward, who heard her singing and playing her guitar at the B&B that evening. Jason wasn’t a nice person and was mean and hurtful to people and in Quinn’s mind, there isn’t a shortage of viable suspects. Drew, whose chef’s knife is the murder weapon and who admitted to having a knockdown, drag-out fight with Jason in their backyard the evening of his death, is arrested. Quinn contacts her mother’s cousin, Deacon Palmer, to represent Drew in his legal battle. Quinn is a traditional Southern girl, who is polite, a talented cook for the B&B, and she always tries to honor her promises, but is out of her comfort zone questioning people and investigating, so when Delilah offers to help her, they join forces to identify the killer.
I received an Advance Reader Copy of this book from NetGalley and voluntarily reviewed it.
Quinn Bellandini and her sister, Delilah, help run their grandfather, Papa Sal’s B&B in Savannah, Georgia. Quinn is a member of an all-girl band since high school with her friends, Rhetta Turner, Callie Drayton, Pepper Fox called Sister Wildfire and Delilah performs at the community theater. Feeling guilty for a lie she told her friend, Drew Green, earlier that day, Quinn drops by the local restaurant, Green, which is owned by Drew and his brother, Jason, to apologize and stumbles upon Jason’s body. Quinn and Drew are suspects and Drew thinks they should investigate to clear their names; Quinn, however, isn’t sure she’s cut out for interviewing potential suspects or investigating. She has an alibi, her high school nemesis, Tucker Heyward, who heard her singing and playing her guitar at the B&B that evening. Jason wasn’t a nice person and was mean and hurtful to people and in Quinn’s mind, there isn’t a shortage of viable suspects. Drew, whose chef’s knife is the murder weapon and who admitted to having a knockdown, drag-out fight with Jason in their backyard the evening of his death, is arrested. Quinn contacts her mother’s cousin, Deacon Palmer, to represent Drew in his legal battle. Quinn is a traditional Southern girl, who is polite, a talented cook for the B&B, and she always tries to honor her promises, but is out of her comfort zone questioning people and investigating, so when Delilah offers to help her, they join forces to identify the killer.
I received an Advance Reader Copy of this book from NetGalley and voluntarily reviewed it.
February 22, 2018
Nicely woven cozy.
Delilah, Quinn and their grandfather run a B&B together. The ladies get dragged into investigating a murder, when Quinn finds the body and is questioned by the police.
It was her friends brother and Drew recently argued with the victim, Jason.
There seems to be plenty of suspects, and shady dealings, but who did the dirty deed. It seems as though every time they're sure they know who...they're wrong.
Come and enjoy the twists for yourself.
I requested and was granted a Netgalley ARC.
Delilah, Quinn and their grandfather run a B&B together. The ladies get dragged into investigating a murder, when Quinn finds the body and is questioned by the police.
It was her friends brother and Drew recently argued with the victim, Jason.
There seems to be plenty of suspects, and shady dealings, but who did the dirty deed. It seems as though every time they're sure they know who...they're wrong.
Come and enjoy the twists for yourself.
I requested and was granted a Netgalley ARC.
March 12, 2018
Southern Discomfort by Caroline Fardig is the debut novel in A Southern B&B Mystery. Quinn Bellandini with the assistance of her grandfather and sister run the Bellandini Bed and Breakfast in Savannah, Georgia. Quinn whips up delectable delights for the guests as well as helping with the cleaning chores. One night Quinn stops by Green, the restaurant co-owned by Drew and Jason Green, to speak with Drew. The back door is open, and Jason is on the floor with knife stabbed into his chest. After falling in the blood and contaminating the crime scene, Quinn manages to call 911. Detectives Flynn and King are assigned the case. Detective Flynn is accusatory and believes Quinn aided Drew in bumping off his brother. Drew is arrested, and the police quit investigating the crime. Quinn knows Drew is innocent and sets out to pursue the truth with the aid of her sister, Delilah. Who disliked the unpleasant Jason Green enough to slay him in his own restaurant? That is just what Quinn intends to find out in Southern Discomfort.
Southern Discomfort is a new series for Caroline Fardig who is the author of A Java Jive Mysteries. I was never able to get drawn into the story. I felt the author failed to properly set the stage for her readers with the setting or with the characters. We are given few details on the main characters or the B&B. We are given lovely descriptions of Savannah (I would love to visit). The main problem was Quinn. I kept hoping she would grow on me, but she did not (I did plot some good ways for the author to do her in). She had a chip on her shoulder (regarding Tucker and incident that occurred in high school), judgmental, naïve at times, loses her temper frequently and easily, and wishy washy (she is a contradiction). I found myself cringing at some of Quinn’s comments. Sal, Quinn’s grandfather had a good attitude and his magic act sounded entertaining (also unique for a B&B). Delilah seemed grounded and more realistic. I enjoyed her interactions with Uncle Fred, the resident ghost (Sal’s as well). I would have enjoyed Southern Discomfort more if Delilah had been the main character with Quinn as her sidekick. There was a hint of a ghost in the story, but it was in the background. I wanted more of Uncle Fred (the resident ghost). He provided some good insight into the mystery. Solving the crime is not one that can completely be solved because readers are not given all the details until right before the reveal. Those people who read a significant amount of mysteries will have no problem predicting what will occur (two little nuggets of information give it away). There was a lack of action in the book (there was Quinn asking questions and I wanted something more). I felt too much time was devoted to Quinn thinking and speculating about the mystery and Tucker. Let us not forget the cliché nasty detective (Detective Flynn). The reason for Quinn returning to the restaurant and discovering the body was slim and farfetched. I think there should have been less focus on Tucker and the romance between him and Quinn. As you can tell, I was not the right audience for Southern Discomfort (my mother, though, found it funny—as you can tell we have different reading tastes). To see if Southern Discomfort is the right fit for you, download a sample from your favorite retailer. Happy Reading!
Southern Discomfort is a new series for Caroline Fardig who is the author of A Java Jive Mysteries. I was never able to get drawn into the story. I felt the author failed to properly set the stage for her readers with the setting or with the characters. We are given few details on the main characters or the B&B. We are given lovely descriptions of Savannah (I would love to visit). The main problem was Quinn. I kept hoping she would grow on me, but she did not (I did plot some good ways for the author to do her in). She had a chip on her shoulder (regarding Tucker and incident that occurred in high school), judgmental, naïve at times, loses her temper frequently and easily, and wishy washy (she is a contradiction). I found myself cringing at some of Quinn’s comments. Sal, Quinn’s grandfather had a good attitude and his magic act sounded entertaining (also unique for a B&B). Delilah seemed grounded and more realistic. I enjoyed her interactions with Uncle Fred, the resident ghost (Sal’s as well). I would have enjoyed Southern Discomfort more if Delilah had been the main character with Quinn as her sidekick. There was a hint of a ghost in the story, but it was in the background. I wanted more of Uncle Fred (the resident ghost). He provided some good insight into the mystery. Solving the crime is not one that can completely be solved because readers are not given all the details until right before the reveal. Those people who read a significant amount of mysteries will have no problem predicting what will occur (two little nuggets of information give it away). There was a lack of action in the book (there was Quinn asking questions and I wanted something more). I felt too much time was devoted to Quinn thinking and speculating about the mystery and Tucker. Let us not forget the cliché nasty detective (Detective Flynn). The reason for Quinn returning to the restaurant and discovering the body was slim and farfetched. I think there should have been less focus on Tucker and the romance between him and Quinn. As you can tell, I was not the right audience for Southern Discomfort (my mother, though, found it funny—as you can tell we have different reading tastes). To see if Southern Discomfort is the right fit for you, download a sample from your favorite retailer. Happy Reading!
February 12, 2018
Fan of Caroline Fardig. This Southern Discomfort Mystery seemed a bit unemotional to me. Murder of a chef starts this "Who Done it?". A neighborhood B&B run by a family give us sisters Quinn and Delilah following the clues to locate the killer. Friends, old acquaintances, and historical locations flip the pages of this novel enjoyably. In the shadows a spirit communicates hints that I wish would have played a bigger part. " A copy of this book was provided byRandom House Publishing Group - Alibi via Netgalley with no requirements for a review. Comments here are my honest opinion."
March 12, 2018
This book was slightly different from other cozies I have read in that the main character, Quinn, is a thoroughly reluctant detective. She's not naturally meddlesome, nor is she confident in her ability to solve crimes. Rather, she gets involved in solving a murder only because the victim is her best friend's brother, and when her friend is then arrested for the crime, she is left with a half-finished investigation. Her reticence about doing any detecting, along with her dependence on her older sister during the early part of the book make Quinn feel really relatable and the events of the story feel more plausible. I enjoyed feeling like I could easily put myself in Quinn's shoes, and her position as an unwilling heroine made me want to root for her success and her safety.
Surprisingly, I also really enjoyed the supernatural elements of the story. Throughout the book, members of Quinn's family talk about seeing the ghost of her deceased uncle, and speaking with him, but Quinn is skeptical. Since Quinn wasn't 100% sure the ghost was real, I found it easier to accept him as part of the family, and though there is a "deus ex ghost" moment when the killer is finally revealed, it didn't bother me as much as it might have if the ghost had been obviously real to Quinn from the start.
The bed and breakfast itself didn't have a lot to do with this particular mystery, which was focused more on the local restaurant scene, but it was still a vibrant setting and one I'll look forward to visiting again. It was also interesting to see Quinn perform with her all-female band, especially when they sang such songs as Hole's "Celebrity Skin" which I remember really liking in high school. I hope there will be more from them in future books as well.
Surprisingly, I also really enjoyed the supernatural elements of the story. Throughout the book, members of Quinn's family talk about seeing the ghost of her deceased uncle, and speaking with him, but Quinn is skeptical. Since Quinn wasn't 100% sure the ghost was real, I found it easier to accept him as part of the family, and though there is a "deus ex ghost" moment when the killer is finally revealed, it didn't bother me as much as it might have if the ghost had been obviously real to Quinn from the start.
The bed and breakfast itself didn't have a lot to do with this particular mystery, which was focused more on the local restaurant scene, but it was still a vibrant setting and one I'll look forward to visiting again. It was also interesting to see Quinn perform with her all-female band, especially when they sang such songs as Hole's "Celebrity Skin" which I remember really liking in high school. I hope there will be more from them in future books as well.
April 7, 2018
I really enjoyed Southern Discomfort. Set in atmospheric Savannah, Georgia, it has everything a cozy mystery should -- great characters, a good mystery and even a mystery solving ghost. When a good friend of B&B owner Quinn Bellandini's is charged with the murder of his restaurant partner brother, he begs her to help him clear his name. What follows is a series of mishaps, warnings from police, and Quinn's realization that she is clueless at being a detective. The mystery is not clear-cut, and there are several layers to the story.
Southern Discomfort is the first in the Southern B&B Mystery series, but I hope it won't be the last. I liked seeing Quinn come into her own as the book progressed and look forward to more of her adventures.
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are solely my own.
Southern Discomfort is the first in the Southern B&B Mystery series, but I hope it won't be the last. I liked seeing Quinn come into her own as the book progressed and look forward to more of her adventures.
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are solely my own.
February 26, 2018
This is the first in the new Southern B&B Mystery series. In this introduction to Georgian B&B life, we find Quinn Bellandini working with her sister, Delilah, at the family’s Savannah B&B. We quickly find Quinn embarrassing herself in an interaction with another character, but her day is about to get worse, because when she stops by to apologize, she finds a dead body. When her friend is arrested, and the police not-so-subtly suggest she might have something to do with it, as well, she decides to investigate. When Delilah decides to “help” she really can’t say now. Add into that a blast from the past, a broken toilet, and lavender scones, you’ve got makings of a humorous mystery!
Let me first say I am usually a hard reviewer, and I thought about giving this a four, but I just found it so funny I had to give it a fifth. I found myself chuckling as I listened to Quinn and her sister, as well as learning a bit about southern living. The characters were well-developed and spaced out enough as to not get confused by who was who. The locations were expertly described so the reader felt as though they were there. AND, there are recipes in the back, if you want a little something extra. A highly enjoyable read.
Let me first say I am usually a hard reviewer, and I thought about giving this a four, but I just found it so funny I had to give it a fifth. I found myself chuckling as I listened to Quinn and her sister, as well as learning a bit about southern living. The characters were well-developed and spaced out enough as to not get confused by who was who. The locations were expertly described so the reader felt as though they were there. AND, there are recipes in the back, if you want a little something extra. A highly enjoyable read.
April 12, 2018
Quinn Bellandini and her sister, Delilah, operate a B&B in Savannah. When she went to visit her friend, Drew, she found the dead body of his brother, Jason. Now Jason was not the most popular person in town, but police still feel there enough evidence to indict Drew. Quinn gets involved in clearing Drew's name, but her name ends up on the suspect list as well. On the positive side, there are plenty of interesting characters, a number that were barely introduced which makes me hopeful for upcoming entries in this series. Also the plotting, story flow and dialog were all good. My only quibble would be the trope of the heroine disliking the guy who is obviously going to be the love interest. Awkward and overdone. But that slight misstep, didn't slow down the pace. It's a quick and fun read....and one I am hoping will have a sequel soon.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
February 19, 2018
Southern Discomfort by Caroline Fardig is an exciting first in a new series.
Some of my favorite authors have series about B & B's and this book had all the elements I enjoy.
I am thrilled to add Caroline to my list of favorite authors.
Quinn and Delilah Bellandini are sisters that run the family bed and breakfast. Even though life at the B & B isn't always glamorous, Quinn and D are exactly where they want to be.
When Quinn pays an after hours visit to her friend and chef Drew Green, she has no idea that she will stumble upon a murder and become part of an investigation that puts her at the top of the suspect list.
The victim is Drew's brother, a nasty piece of work who doesn't have a kind word for anyone. Quinn knows she isn't the murderer and she is sure that neither is Drew.
Quinn believes she is making innocent inquiries, but when she finds herself in harms way, she realizes she may be out of her element.
AS a first in a new series, Southern Discomfort is a hit. The characters are well thought out and their personalities work well together.
I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
I volunteered to read an ARC of this book made available by the publisher and NetGalley.
Some of my favorite authors have series about B & B's and this book had all the elements I enjoy.
I am thrilled to add Caroline to my list of favorite authors.
Quinn and Delilah Bellandini are sisters that run the family bed and breakfast. Even though life at the B & B isn't always glamorous, Quinn and D are exactly where they want to be.
When Quinn pays an after hours visit to her friend and chef Drew Green, she has no idea that she will stumble upon a murder and become part of an investigation that puts her at the top of the suspect list.
The victim is Drew's brother, a nasty piece of work who doesn't have a kind word for anyone. Quinn knows she isn't the murderer and she is sure that neither is Drew.
Quinn believes she is making innocent inquiries, but when she finds herself in harms way, she realizes she may be out of her element.
AS a first in a new series, Southern Discomfort is a hit. The characters are well thought out and their personalities work well together.
I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
I volunteered to read an ARC of this book made available by the publisher and NetGalley.
April 11, 2018
Southern Discomfort by Caroline Fardig is the 1st book in A Southern B&B mystery series, and a great start. I have enjoyed Ms. Fardig books for years, especially the Java Jive Series, which made me sad when it ended. In this series Quinn and Delilah Bellandini are two sisters who run their grandfather's bed and breakfast in Savannah, Georgia. When Quinn and her friend find a body, they become suspects and Quinn is determined to get to the truth. I found this book to be a quick read, with well developed plot and and characters. I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series. If you love fun cozy mysteries like I do, than I recommend this book.
I received an ARC copy of this book from the author for an honest review. new series, review to follow
I received an ARC copy of this book from the author for an honest review. new series, review to follow
February 7, 2018
I really enjoyed this first book in the Southern B&B Mysteries! The characters are likeable. Fiercely loyal Quinn is realistic about her skills - and limitations - when it comes to investigating a neighbor's murder. Her sister, Delilah, is smart, sassy, and supportive of her younger sister. Tucker, Delilah's childhood friend and once-again neighbor, is smart, kind, and misunderstood. Quinn and Delilah run the family's Savannah B&B with their grandfather, Papa Sal, and their free spirit mother, Dixie, popping in from time to time. This story is peppered with humor and Southern charm. The mystery surrounding the murder victim is quite involved, providing several strong suspects. I didn't guess the culprit until the end, which made for a suspenseful read. This was my first book by Caroline Fardig, but it won't be my last! I'm already eagerly awaiting the second Southern B&B Mystery.
I received a free advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
I received a free advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
June 18, 2018
Good first installment of the Southern B&B Mystery series with amateur detective Quinn and a cast of interesting secondary characters. For the full review check us out at Self-Professed Book Hoarders.
Happy Reading Everyone!!!
Thank you to Netgalley for providing this Arc in exchange for an honest review
Happy Reading Everyone!!!
Thank you to Netgalley for providing this Arc in exchange for an honest review
March 11, 2018
Southern Discomfort
A Southern B&B Mystery, Book #1
Caroline Fardig
5 Stars
Synopsis:
Southern hospitality meets deadly deception in the start of a charming new mystery series from the USA Today bestselling author of the Java Jive novels.
Quinn Bellandini loves her life in Savannah, Georgia, where she runs her grandfather’s B&B with her sister, Delilah. From baking fresh scones and serving up grits every morning to ensuring the guests see the best of their historic city, Quinn can’t imagine doing anything else—even if it means dealing with nuisances like the occasional malfunctioning commode. But when Quinn drops by the local restaurant owned by her friend Drew Green, and stumbles upon a murder, her whole world comes crashing down.
Drew’s brother was always a little surly, but Quinn can’t imagine that someone disliked the prickly chef enough to kill him. The police, on the other hand, don’t believe that Quinn was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Before her guests can even digest the next morning’s gourmet breakfast, Quinn learns that she and Drew are suspects.
Drew thinks they should do some investigating of their own. Quinn is pretty sure she’s better suited to playing hostess than amateur sleuth. But with Delilah as her cynical sidekick, Quinn starts looking for the real killer—before she gets put away faster than you can say “sugar.” (Goodreads)
Review:
The characters are well rounded and well developed. I really liked the relationship between Quinn and Delilah. The sisters are very close and would do anything for each other. They are also very close to Papa Sal, their grandfather. They are a close knit family and do a good job of running their bed and breakfast. And I cannot forget to mention the ghost of Uncle Frank. When someone is murdered and Quinn’s best friend, Drew, is accused of the murder, Quinn and Delilah will do whatever it takes to find the culprit.
I really enjoyed the setting of this story. I thought the setting of a bed and breakfast in Savannah, Georgia, was very special. I felt like I was right there, watching the magic show happening and smelling the delicious foods that they were serving.
The writing style flows smoothly and the book is an easy read. I felt that the author defined the characters very clearly by their actions and words. The mystery was was well written and was carried on well throughout the entire book. There were enough suspects to consider and clues to sift through and the mystery was not an easy one to solve.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted cozy mystery. With engaging characters, a fantastic setting, a great mystery and lots of laughs, this book is definitely on you do not to miss.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book provided by the publisher, Random House Publishing Group-Alibi, and NetGalley, which I greatly appreciate.
A Southern B&B Mystery, Book #1
Caroline Fardig
5 Stars
Synopsis:
Southern hospitality meets deadly deception in the start of a charming new mystery series from the USA Today bestselling author of the Java Jive novels.
Quinn Bellandini loves her life in Savannah, Georgia, where she runs her grandfather’s B&B with her sister, Delilah. From baking fresh scones and serving up grits every morning to ensuring the guests see the best of their historic city, Quinn can’t imagine doing anything else—even if it means dealing with nuisances like the occasional malfunctioning commode. But when Quinn drops by the local restaurant owned by her friend Drew Green, and stumbles upon a murder, her whole world comes crashing down.
Drew’s brother was always a little surly, but Quinn can’t imagine that someone disliked the prickly chef enough to kill him. The police, on the other hand, don’t believe that Quinn was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Before her guests can even digest the next morning’s gourmet breakfast, Quinn learns that she and Drew are suspects.
Drew thinks they should do some investigating of their own. Quinn is pretty sure she’s better suited to playing hostess than amateur sleuth. But with Delilah as her cynical sidekick, Quinn starts looking for the real killer—before she gets put away faster than you can say “sugar.” (Goodreads)
Review:
The characters are well rounded and well developed. I really liked the relationship between Quinn and Delilah. The sisters are very close and would do anything for each other. They are also very close to Papa Sal, their grandfather. They are a close knit family and do a good job of running their bed and breakfast. And I cannot forget to mention the ghost of Uncle Frank. When someone is murdered and Quinn’s best friend, Drew, is accused of the murder, Quinn and Delilah will do whatever it takes to find the culprit.
I really enjoyed the setting of this story. I thought the setting of a bed and breakfast in Savannah, Georgia, was very special. I felt like I was right there, watching the magic show happening and smelling the delicious foods that they were serving.
The writing style flows smoothly and the book is an easy read. I felt that the author defined the characters very clearly by their actions and words. The mystery was was well written and was carried on well throughout the entire book. There were enough suspects to consider and clues to sift through and the mystery was not an easy one to solve.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted cozy mystery. With engaging characters, a fantastic setting, a great mystery and lots of laughs, this book is definitely on you do not to miss.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book provided by the publisher, Random House Publishing Group-Alibi, and NetGalley, which I greatly appreciate.
September 22, 2019
This book was ok...
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