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Homespun Crochet Cozy Mysteries #12
A Twist of Murder
Leaving the past behind is smart…
But when murder is involved, it isn’t always possible.
Alpaca farmer and amateur sleuth, Josephina Thompson, would be the first to admit that her ex is a force with which to be reckoned…but that doesn’t mean that he deserves to die.
When Jo gets the news that he has been murdered, all she wants to do is find the killer, but her plans are turned upside down when she realizes that someone is trying to frame her.
It seems as though the entire town knew about her relationship issues with him, and now all eyes are on her as the prime suspect in his murder.
It’s only by a sheer twist of fate that Jo keeps herself out of handcuffs, and now she has to figure out what’s really going on before the killer finds a new angle of attack.
It’s going to take cunning and expert sleuthing to crack the case before she ends up behind bars. Can she do it?
Find out in this exciting Cozy Mystery!
But when murder is involved, it isn’t always possible.
Alpaca farmer and amateur sleuth, Josephina Thompson, would be the first to admit that her ex is a force with which to be reckoned…but that doesn’t mean that he deserves to die.
When Jo gets the news that he has been murdered, all she wants to do is find the killer, but her plans are turned upside down when she realizes that someone is trying to frame her.
It seems as though the entire town knew about her relationship issues with him, and now all eyes are on her as the prime suspect in his murder.
It’s only by a sheer twist of fate that Jo keeps herself out of handcuffs, and now she has to figure out what’s really going on before the killer finds a new angle of attack.
It’s going to take cunning and expert sleuthing to crack the case before she ends up behind bars. Can she do it?
Find out in this exciting Cozy Mystery!
- GenresCozy MysteryMystery
78 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 11, 2022
About the author
Patti Benning
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When Cozy Mystery author, Patti Benning, isn’t busy plotting the deaths of multiple fictitious characters, she loves to spend time hiking with her rescue dog, Max, who is her bestest writing buddy.
Patti loves to cook and the food in her books has been tried and tested in her very own kitchen. She’s technologically shy, and stays away from social media a great deal, because it makes her feel more awkward and introverted than meeting someone face to face.
Writing is the perfect job for her because in her books, she gets to explore all the topics she loves, food, animals, crafts and reading. She loves her readers dearly, and is thankful for the opportunity to share with them through her work.
When Cozy Mystery author, Patti Benning, isn’t busy plotting the deaths of multiple fictitious characters, she loves to spend time hiking with her rescue dog, Max, who is her bestest writing buddy.
Patti loves to cook and the food in her books has been tried and tested in her very own kitchen. She’s technologically shy, and stays away from social media a great deal, because it makes her feel more awkward and introverted than meeting someone face to face.
Writing is the perfect job for her because in her books, she gets to explore all the topics she loves, food, animals, crafts and reading. She loves her readers dearly, and is thankful for the opportunity to share with them through her work.
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Displaying 1 - 13 of 13 reviews
January 15, 2023
Entertaining mystery listening 🎶🔰
Another will written murder mystery family and friends relationships adventure thriller short story by Patti Benning (Homespun Crochet Cozy Mystery book twelve). Jo and Nick return to Jo's house finding Cole murdered on her front porch. The police investigation appears to be stalled but No continues looking around. Then going to the bakery pays off with the arrest of the killer. I would highly recommend this novella series and author to 👍 readers of mystery novels 👍🔰 looking for a quick read. Enjoy the adventure of reading 👓 or listening 🎶 to Alexa read books 📚. 2023 👒😊🏡💘
Happy reading in 2023
Another will written murder mystery family and friends relationships adventure thriller short story by Patti Benning (Homespun Crochet Cozy Mystery book twelve). Jo and Nick return to Jo's house finding Cole murdered on her front porch. The police investigation appears to be stalled but No continues looking around. Then going to the bakery pays off with the arrest of the killer. I would highly recommend this novella series and author to 👍 readers of mystery novels 👍🔰 looking for a quick read. Enjoy the adventure of reading 👓 or listening 🎶 to Alexa read books 📚. 2023 👒😊🏡💘
Happy reading in 2023
August 28, 2024
I was disappointed the last story didn’t feature the farm and animals. The mystery was okay. Overall, I really enjoyed the entire 12 book series!
September 15, 2022
Another delightful addition to this series. The story was well written and the well plotted mystery was fun to try to solve. The characters have well defined personalities. The only negative was not enough alpaca time! A fun, quick read.
September 22, 2022
Even though her ex was a jerk, Jo sure didn't think he deserved to be murdered, especially where he was murdered. Even though she and Nick were clear, Jo still felt an obligation to prove this small town wrong for talking about her being a killer.
I had a pretty good idea of whodunit and enjoyed the showdown a lot. Another killer off the streets, and a new and exciting business for one of Jo's good friends. As always, I can't wait to borrow the next in KU.
I had a pretty good idea of whodunit and enjoyed the showdown a lot. Another killer off the streets, and a new and exciting business for one of Jo's good friends. As always, I can't wait to borrow the next in KU.
September 17, 2022
Loved it
Wow this one really had me guessing. I had it narrowed down to two people, although I really didn't want it to be one that it was hinted at. So glad it turned out to be someone else.
Wow this one really had me guessing. I had it narrowed down to two people, although I really didn't want it to be one that it was hinted at. So glad it turned out to be someone else.
September 21, 2022
great story
I really enjoy reading every book that is released in this series. They are all well written, have fantastic characters and an original setting. I hope there will be many more.
I really enjoy reading every book that is released in this series. They are all well written, have fantastic characters and an original setting. I hope there will be many more.
May 25, 2023
Hope for More!
Have thoroughly enjoyed this series. Great characters. Good storylines. Unexpected twists. Plus, crochet and animals. Definitely a win win . Hope to see a few more books in this series.
Have thoroughly enjoyed this series. Great characters. Good storylines. Unexpected twists. Plus, crochet and animals. Definitely a win win . Hope to see a few more books in this series.
September 19, 2025
Glad to be finally done with this series. For the most part, they are all good, although how one small town that previously had no crime to speak of, now has had 12 in a year & Jo has been a suspect 3 or 4 times I think. This book was pretty good, but I’m glad so finished the series.
November 23, 2025
delightful novel
I really enjoyed the series, it’s quite well written.
The people are enjoyable and so is the animals.
I just wish it took longer than an hour and 10 minutes to finish the book.
I really enjoyed the series, it’s quite well written.
The people are enjoyable and so is the animals.
I just wish it took longer than an hour and 10 minutes to finish the book.
September 24, 2022
Great story
I hope you're on to next story to beat this. Loved the characters and setting. Bring another soon. You are a great author!
I hope you're on to next story to beat this. Loved the characters and setting. Bring another soon. You are a great author!
May 15, 2023
Sad to see it end
I have enjoyed this series immensely. I am so sad that I won't get to hear about Pearl and Mackie and Movie and all the other critters Jo has given homes.
I have enjoyed this series immensely. I am so sad that I won't get to hear about Pearl and Mackie and Movie and all the other critters Jo has given homes.
May 26, 2026
12 is not enough!
Hopefully the series will continue with a wedding for the main character—Jo deserves a very special ending, the alpacas, hens, goats and foxes deserve it too!
Hopefully the series will continue with a wedding for the main character—Jo deserves a very special ending, the alpacas, hens, goats and foxes deserve it too!
June 25, 2026
Great
The books were short and easy reading. I enjoyed the series very much. The characters were interesting and the look into farm life was interesting.
The books were short and easy reading. I enjoyed the series very much. The characters were interesting and the look into farm life was interesting.
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