A Knit before Dying by Sadie Hartwell

A Knit before Dying by Sadie Hartwell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yet again, I was up until the early morning hours to finish this book. I also didn't realize until I started reading, that there is a book that came before this one. I will have to read it soon.
First of all, I love the diversity of the characters in the story. There's a mix of younger and older, but the sense of friendship within the knitting group at Miss Marple's Knits is very strong, and only grows stronger when trying to solve a murder or two.

Now, the story seriously had me confused as to who the murder was, but in a good way. The ending was full of twists and turns and I was surprised at who it ended up being. I try to pick up on any hints that may be tossed out throughout the story, but this one had me going in all directions. Hartwell did a great job on the ending. Usually with stories like this, I can pick out who did it around half way though the book, but she had me changing my mind until the very end.

The epilogue was hilarious as well. I had to try not to wake my husband at 2am while reading it.
There are also a few knitting patterns in the back of the book. I can't wait to make some of them!

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

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Murder Wears Mittens by Sally Goldenbaum

Murder Wears Mittens by Sally Goldenbaum
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The flow of the story was great and it had me guessing who the murderer was the whole time. Just when I thought I had it figured out, nope, try again. I admit that I was awake until 2am just because I wanted to finish the book and finally find out who did it.
The author included a list of characters in the front of the book since there were so many to keep up with. I really wish more authors did this. I very much enjoyed Murder Wears Mittens and hope to read more of this series in the future.

I received a copy from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

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Seaside Knitters Mystery Series (11 books)

Herbs: A Seasonal Guide to Cooking and Growing by Judith Hann

Herbs: A Seasonal Guide to Cooking and Growing by Judith Hann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There is so much information in this book. I love that Judith breaks down the herbs into seasons and what to do with them such as planting and pruning. She also provides recipes for each herb and includes some gorgeous photos. I had never thought to use herbs in ice cream! There are so many things I can't wait to try in the next few months with the herbs from my garden. I really enjoyed this book and learned quite a few new things I can implement here at home.

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A Fatal Collection (Keepsake Cove Myster #1) by Mary Ellen Hughes

A Fatal Collection by Mary Ellen Hughes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed my first visit to Keepsake Cove and meeting Callie (Calliope) and hope to read more from the series in the future.
This is a great cozy mystery and I'll admit it took me a bit to decide who I thought the suspect would end up being. I figured it out towards the end, but it was still a surprise in a way.
The story flows nicely and the author's description of the town and shops definitely sounds like a place I'd love to come across while traveling.

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I Love My Bread Machine by Anne Sheasby

I Love My Bread Machine: More Than 100 Recipes for Delicious Home Baking by Anne Sheasby
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I'm going to have to dig out my bread machine! The tips that are included will be very helpful, as I have only made regular white bread before. I can't wait to try a few of these. I had no idea that there were so many kinds of breads that could be made in my machine. The Flowerpot Breads were adorable.

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Mr. Fuzzbuster Knows He's the Favorite by Stacy McAnulty

Mr. Fuzzbuster Knows He's the Favorite by Stacy McAnulty
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My 6 year old daughter loved the book and thought the ending was very funny. We have 5 cats and there is no way she could pick a favorite, although we all have a certain kitty that has taken up with each of us.

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Catsass by Claude Combacau

Lecciones de vida por catsass by Claude Combacau
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It's cute. Really wish it was a paperback version instead of digital so I could color it in and cut out some of the funny signs.
My daughter would love it, but there are some adult words in the book.
Overall, it made me laugh because I have 5 cats and they all do the things mentioned in the book.

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