Halloween creeps in, bringing costumes, carbs, and a corpse or two… of a murder scene, instead of ghouls and goblins, Fred is haunted by ghosts from the past. Death might lurk around every corner as Fred investigates motives of infidelity, jealousy, and the dark shadow cast by a crime syndicate.
By the time Halloween night arrives, not everyone will get out alive…
(This culinary cozy mystery includes a recipe for luscious tiramisu.)
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I didn’t even have an inkling of the perpetrator in this exciting story. The author did a wonderful job of throwing many red herrings to keep the reader’s interest throughout the book. I believe this may be the best writing so far and that is saying a lot! So ready to start #15 to see what kind of mischief Fred and Watson get into this time!
I will admit that it has been over a year since I read Killer Keys and I know I jumped the gun and didn’t read 11, 12, & 13 yet BUT I am borrowing these books from my local library and I get what books I can. So anyway I am a bit confused about a few things and completely in the dark about other things but it was still a really Great story! Watson is so human like that it just makes me smile . Every time he snubs someone it reminds me of a teenager. I really can’t wait to read the next book and see if I can find my way again.
Poor Fred! Good thing she has Watson. What a good story!
I would love to visit Estes Park on Halloween. Mildred brings the town to life and I can see how magical and fun it must be. But with fun comes murder and Fred will need her scooby gang to get things sorted out.
I love how Fred has grown throughout the series. She’s learned to trust and rely on her friends as sounding boards and partners to worry out the facts. Her romance with Leo is so sweet but I worry about the mysterious contents of an envelope she receives about Leo. And it’s always fun to see how Susan grudgingly invites Fred into the investigations. I see a friendship growing.
The Iron’s family crime syndicate rears it’s ugly head again, as does a previous character that still has Fred torn about him. Me also, as I sense more is to be revealed about him in upcoming books.
The grumpy Watson is prevalent throughout the story and he always elicits grins and guffaws from me.
And the mysteries are convoluted. I was caught by surprise with one thing and totally shocked by another.
Still loving this series and can’t wait to see what happens next time, and the next ……….
Fabulous read, a page turner mystery with a lot of laugh our loud humor.
Main characters are Winifred ‘Fred ‘ and her side kick Watson her beloved Corgi. They own and run a bookstore in a small mountain town Estes Park, Colo.
Best friend Katie runs the Bakery in the upstairs part of the Bookstore,making coffee,& many yummy desserts that locals and tourists come in for. This is #14 in Cozy Corgi series. It is filled with things that Stand alone and little things that overlap thru the series. The little things make the Series fun. The Author has created a fabulous cast of Characters that really keep evolving , and the town is quaint lined with shops along with quirky owner’s that we get to know mostly as Fred and Watson visit for their ‘dectecting’ purposes and Special Treats for Watson. Watson has a bit of an issue with food, it becomes hilarious, he is grumpy, and has a personality that takes over any scene. Fred’s father was a policeman and killed in the line of duty, that is always in the background, causing her to want to Solve crimes to the angst of the local police. That is another big of humor at times. This story has a note on Fred’s car window, to meet at midnight at the Pasta Thyme restaurant. Not sure who? But she is going, tells Leo her park ranger boyfriend who hides her mini Cooper. They go to the meet and the mystery begins.. With murders, humor, Halloween along with many twists and turns until the final reveal.. One clue that really will be boggling is a manilla envelope. You will love this READ.
I have missed a couple of installments in this series, and this book makes me anxious to go back to see what I’ve missed. I’m happy to see Fred and Leo together, with their wonderful dynamic of love, respect, and patience. I adore Katie and the others who love Fred. I even like Susan, who is now much more tolerant when dealing with Fred. My favorite character, of course, is Watson the cranky corgi. He has more attitude than anyone in town!
The murder mystery this time takes place around Halloween, and it is as complicated as always. I enjoy seeing how Fred and her Scooby gang talk things out. I am relieved that Fred gets others more involved now, instead of attempting to do everything on her own with only Watson for support. The scenes with Branson make me sad, though I am as frustrated with him as Fred is. And I love how food and gossip is often the focus. This is a great addition to the series, and I am thankful to the author for another fabulous mystery.
Love the whole series. Can’t wait until the next book.
I know I said the last book was my favorite but THIS BOOK is my favorite. This series keeps heating up with more twists, more accusations and more danger. I really enjoyed trying to figure out which suspicious person tried to get away with murder in my favorite town of Estes Park. Fred’s reputation is really starting to make her the person you do NOT want showing up at your house…or business. I loved quirky Watson and all of the crazy pets. There is so much I could say about this story but I’ll let you experience it for yourself. Just know that new information comes to light and it makes Fred all the more determined to get to the truth.
What a great read!! A perfectly executed murder mystery with an incredibly lovable heroine and the best sidekick ever. Watson is fierce and has so much personality for such a little dog.
I loved the suspense and sense of unease and danger that permeated the story. So many red herrings to sort out and never being quite certain who’s innocent or who poses a threat, with so many people not being what they seem at first glance. One of the things I loved most is that the story is framed in the larger, ongoing mystery of the Irons family and the murder of Fred’s father.
I’d been curious a long time about this particular series, but was a bit intimidated because of the number of books already out there. Finally I decided to just jump right in with book 14! I thoroughly enjoyed it and now I’m so invested in Fred, Leo and all the other wonderful, vibrant secondary characters that I simply must find time to squeeze in the other 13 stories! Asap! Luckily, I love spoilers!
I can’t wait to see what’s next in store for the Most Annoying One and her Scooby Gang!
This new installment in our view of the adventures of Fred and Watson, and their band of family and friends, brings us to Halloween in Estes Park. With a murder or two in town, and a grumpy corgi in tow, Fred has her hands full tackling the twists and turns that are thrown her way.
There are surprises in store, and they made this book a “must read” for me. If you’ve been reading this series, you will want to indulge in this newest. If you are new to the series, I recommend book 1 – Cruel Candy, as you’ll want to read them all.