Cruisin' thru the Cozies Reading Challenge discussion

Hoping to read 50 cozy's this year if not more.

Dagny wrote: "Lori wrote: "Hoping to read 50 cozy's this year if not more."

Go, Lori! I'm at Level 4, although I doubt I'll read nearly as many as you."

I do a lot of audio books when I walk/run, and drive to work. I teach school so it's easy to get some time in before the kids come and while grading papers on my plan period.

Good luck Lori!

1. Keeping Mum by Alyse Carlson Liked the first two books better than this one. Took a long time for the plot to develop I thought.

You're off to a good start. I finished first yesterday as well.

2. Malice in the Palace by Rhys Bowen

Dagny wrote: "Lori wrote: "2. Malice in the Palace by Rhys Bowen "

I've read the first two. Really like the series. Have a ways to go before I get to this one. I also en..."

I did the all the Royal spyness and loved them can't wait for a new one. Read the first Molly book awhile ago so starting the second on audio and going to try that series out for awhile.

The Christmas one was my favorite of the Royal spyness series.

3. Death of Riley by Rhys Bowen

Really enjoyed this one. Kept me guessing for quite awhile as who did it. lol

Dagny wrote: "Lori wrote: "3. Death of Riley by Rhys Bowen

Really enjoyed this one. Kept me guessing for quite awhile as who did it. lol"

And she's off and running! I love thi..."

I started For the Love of Mike immediately after. Looks like I'll be reading this series straight through like I did the Royal spyness series

I love Rhys Bowen's books as well. In fact, if you haven't read her Constable Evan Evans series, I highly recommend them as well. They are out of print, but well worth track down. It was her first mystery series and they are set in a small Welsh village in modern times.

Dagny wrote: "Mark wrote: "I love Rhys Bowen's books as well. In fact, if you haven't read her Constable Evan Evans series, I highly recommend them as well. They are out of print, but well worth track down. It w..."

Okay, I'll trust you guys. Got the first one in the Constable Evan books for my kindle. I will give it a try. I'm game for new series.

Enjoy, Lori. I'm sure you will.

4. Meet Your Baker by Ellie Alexander

5. For the Love of Mike by Rhys Bowen

Dagny wrote: "Lori wrote: "5. For the Love of Mike by Rhys Bowen"

Another good one!"

I'm trying to read them in order have the next 3 ready to go. Loving the messes she gets herself into.

I have yet to read anything by Rhys Bowen. After reading everyones comments I am going to give her a try.

Britney wrote: "I have yet to read anything by Rhys Bowen. After reading everyones comments I am going to give her a try."

So far I like the Royal spyness books the best they have a lot of humor in them. I also like British history and love Downtown Abbey so that maybe why i like the the best even though I love anything history related. The Molly mysteries keep you guessing and have a lot of American history in them. Haven't started the other series yet but have the first book.

6. In Like Flynn by Rhys Bowen

7. The Cat Who Saw Stars by Lilian Jackson Braun.

8. Oh, Danny Boy by Rhys Bowen I did not figure this one out. I was totally shocked when it came out who the killer was.

Dagny wrote: "Lori wrote: "8. Oh, Danny Boy by Rhys Bowen I did not figure this one out. I was totally shocked when it came out who the killer was."

If that's the one I think it ..."

No, it's the one where Capt. Sulks in was in jail. But, good to know that I have another surprise coming.

9. Buffalo West Wing by Julie Hyzy

Lori wrote: "9. Buffalo West Wing by Julie Hyzy "

I read the 1st one in the series not too long ago snd enjoyed it.

Britney wrote: "Lori wrote: "9. Buffalo West Wing by Julie Hyzy "

I read the 1st one in the series not too long ago snd enjoyed it."

It kept me jumping. I had started the series awhile ago and got away from it but it was picked as a series read for me in another group and I've enjoyed getting back in touch with the characters. The author just recently finished the series so I don't want to go so fast I finish them all right away. Will miss Ms Ollie.

10. Affairs of Steak by Julie Hyzy

Sorry haven't updated in awhile so this will be a long post
11. Brownies and Broomsticks by Bailey Cates
12. Mistletoe and Murder by Carola Dunn
13. Fonduing Fathers by Julie Hyzy
14. All Dressed Up and No Place to Haunt by Rose Pressey
15. Rest Ye Murdered Gentleman by Vicki Delany

Dagny wrote: "Not bad for a month's reading, Lori!"

It helps when, 1 you join a bingo cozy group and get a topic each week to read, 2. you fall and break your toe, sprain your knee and break a bone in your shoulder so you are off work for a week and can't really move around so you get to sit and read. 3. you join a serial reading challenge and have someone else pick a series for you to read in a month. 4. This week is Read Across America so I have 30 minutes everyday I get to read at work with my students. It's been my favorite part of the week. I also read The Lorax to my students but didn't count that as it's not a cozy mystery.

FYI: I teach reading to 4th graders.

Dagny wrote: "Lori wrote: "It helps when, 1 you join a bingo cozy group and get a topic each week to read, 2. you fall and break your toe, sprain your knee and break a bon..."

Ouch! If only you could have had t..."

My college professor said the same thing about getting out of work. My knee and toe are much better thank goodness. Now, just need to wait 4 more weeks on the shoulder.

Three more to add to my list

16. Dressed to Kill by Lynn Cahoon

17. Fudge Cupcake Murder by Joanne Fluke

18. Carrot Cake Murder by Joanne Fluke

Dagny wrote: "Lori wrote: "Three more to add to my list"

I recently started reading the Hannah Swenson series. I saw a couple of the movies with Alison Sweeney and that's more or less what got me started."

I haven't seen any of the movies but have read most of the series. There are about 5 I haven't read. I've done some out of order so it's been nice to go back and get things straight in my mind. The only thing I'm not happy about is the love triangle. It has gotten old. I hope it gets resolved in the latest book. It sounds like it from the back but you never know.

Here goes another update. I need to get better at this.


19. Spinning in her Grave by Molly MacRae

20. Town in a Strawberry Swirl by B.B. Haywood

21. The Chocolate Frog Frame-Up by JoAnna Carl

22. Home of the Braised by Julie Hyzy

23.Chocolate Mouse Trap by Joanna Carl

24. Double Booked for Death by Ali Brandon

Dagny wrote: "I dread to even contemplate Chocolate Mouse Trap, lol."
It really wasn't that bad. Not a lot of mice in the story. I think you'll be okay lol

25. The Chocolate Cupid Killings by JoAnne Carl

Dagny wrote: "Lori wrote: "25. The Chocolate Cupid Killings by JoAnne Carl "

Oh, oh. Poor Cupid! I hope he got all his Valentine Day duties done first, lol."

Your comments make me laugh!!! Thank you I needed that laugh today

26. French Pressed by Cleo Coyle

25. Chocolate Cupid Killing by JoAnna Carl
26. French Pressed by Cleo Coyle

I really need to do a better job of updating
25. The Chocolate Cupid Killing by JoAnna Carl
26. French Pressed by Cleo Coyle
27. Mum's the World by Kate Collins
28. In Dublin's Fair City by Rhys Bowen
29. Diva Takes the Cake by Krista Davis

I'm loving the Molly Murphy books. I agree the Dublin one was a little weird it just worked out I could use it for another challenge. I also do them on audio books and I think that helps a bit.

How was Mum's the Word?

Britney wrote: "How was Mum's the Word?"
At the beginning I wasn't sure but ended up liking it. I have been doing a cozy bingo and it's opening me up to some new books I've had in my TBR list for years. I would recommend it, I will be reading more in the series when I get a chance.

I have it on my TBR but have yet to read it.

30. To Fudge or Not to Fudge by Nancy Coco

31. An Uninvited Ghost by EJ Cooperman

32. The Chocolate Castle Clue by JoAnna Carl

33. Tell Me Pretty Maidens by Rhys Bowen
34. G'Day to Die by Maddy Hunter
35. In a Gilded Cage by Rhys Bowen
36. Death by Darjeeling by Laura Childs

Another long update. Things have been crazy wrapping up the school year with field trips and class parties.

37. The Last Illusion by Rhys Bowen
38. If Bread Could Rise to the Occasion by Paige Shelton
39. All the President's Menus by Julie Hyzy
40. Foreign Éclairs by Julie Hyzy
41. A Cookbook Conspiracy by Kate Carlisle
42. The Book Stops Here by Kate Carlisle 5-16-5/20

Dagny wrote: "I dearly loved The Last Illusion with Houdini.

Are you glad school is finally out?

Yesterday was the last day with students and I have a work day today then I'm done. I will miss my students this year. i had some really sweet girls and we were all crying yesterday when they left.

I have one summer graduate school class that ends in June so still have work to do for that one but am planning on enjoying the summer. We are bringing our nephew up to visit for a couple weeks this summer so that will keep me busy too.

43. Chocolate Dipped Death by Sammi Carter

44. Scandal in Skibbereen by Sheila Connolly

It is. They made my day everyday. When I fell and broke my shoulder they were so helpful and were the mommies in my room. I know they will come back and see me next year!!

Here's another update
45. Town in a Sweet Pickle by B.B. Haywood

46. Plum Pudding Murder by JoAnne Fluke

47. To Davy Jones Below by Carola Dunn

They were picked for me for a Serial Reader Challenge in another group. On summer vacation so have a bit of free time. I'll have more after Thursday when I finish my grad class. Plus, love audio books I can listen to while cleaning the house and driving.