When their town is blanketed in suspicion and murder, it falls to the Crestwood Quilters to uncover a killer in this latest case from Sally Goldenbaum, the national bestselling author of the Seaside Knitters mysteries . . . Oliver Harrington II was one of the most beloved members of Crestwood’s community. Despite being the picture of health at age 52, he died from a sudden heart attack, … sudden heart attack, leaving behind the family mansion on a sprawling piece of property. His twin sister Adele returned to the town she despises to claim her brother’s home, intent on turning it into a B&B. And she’s hired Po Paltrow and the Crestwood Quilters to craft quilts for the guest rooms.
But Adele is not the only one interested in the future of the Harrington estate. A developer wants to put multiple houses on the land. The townsfolk just want their neighborhood to retain its small-town charm and not become a tourist trap. But when an autopsy reveals that Oliver was actually poisoned, suspicion falls on his sister. Po doesn’t believe Adele is guilty, leaving her determined to discover who else harbored deadly designs on the Harrington home . . .
Previously titled Murder on a Starry Night
Praise for Sally Goldenbaum’s Mysteries
“A perfect cozy mystery.”
—Nancy Pickard
“Goldenbaum’s Queen Bee quilters charm and delight. I hope these intriguing women will continue to quilt—and solve crimes!”
—Carolyn Hart
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“A Bias for Murder” by Sally Goldenbaum the 3rd installment in the “Queen Bees Quilt Shop Mystery” series. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and have read and purchased the previous books.
Oliver Harrington II was one of the most beloved members of Crestwood’s community. Despite being the picture of health at age 52, he died from a sudden heart attack, leaving behind the family mansion on a sprawling piece of property. His twin sister Adele returned to the town she despises to claim her brother’s home, intent on turning it into a B&B. And she’s hired Po Paltrow and the Crestwood Quilters to craft quilts for the guest rooms.
But Adele is not the only one interested in the future of the Harrington estate. A developer wants to put multiple houses on the land. The townsfolk just want their neighborhood to retain its small-town charm and not become a tourist trap. But when an autopsy reveals that Oliver was actually poisoned, suspicion falls on his sister. Po doesn’t believe Adele is guilty, leaving her determined to discover who else harbored deadly designs on the Harrington home . . .
Previously titled Murder on a Starry Night
The mystery is interesting and I loved the characters which are well developed. The Queen Bees are a mixed group of eight women of different ages and lives who gather together at a local quilt shop to work on quilting projects.
The plot and story were good and seemed to flow at a good pace. There are just enough twists and turns, to keep you guessing and second-guessing on whodunnit.
I requested and received an Advance Reader Copy of this book from Lyrical Underground and NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my OWN.
Easy to read, hard to put down. Super read.
A Bias for Murder is the third novel in A Queen Bees Quilt Shop Mystery series which I recommend reading in order. It will allow you to become familiar with the characters (they can be hard to keep straight) and their relationships. I thought A Bias for Murder was easy to read with heartwarming characters, charming small town, and beautiful quilts. Po Paltrow has a proven track record in solving crimes. Po along with the other ladies in the Crestwood Quilters have the necessary connections to get the information they need. The group is also busy working on eight quilt tops for Adele’s new bed and breakfast including a special quilt for Oliver’s former bedroom. The mystery is straightforward. There are multiple suspects and direct clues. The killer can be identified very early in the story and the reason why is equally apparent (unfortunately). I liked that there were a series of incidents that provided action to keep the book moving forward. I loved the quilt descriptions and comradery between the quilters. They are a close knit group of women who get together to quilt, solve crimes, enjoy good food, and so much more. There are plenty of lovely cozy moments in this character driven book. A Bias for Murder is a heartwarming cozy mystery perfect for a rainy afternoon or an afternoon relaxing poolside. A Bias for Murder has a greedy developer, a publishing professor, an offensive sister, a magnificent mansion, striking quilts, and seven sewing sleuths.
When a beloved member of their town dies unexpectedly (and suspiciously?), Po and her quilting crew decide to do a little investigating on their own. Can they find the culprit and stay safe in the process?
I’m really enjoying this cozy mystery series. The characters and storylines are interesting and engaging. The town itself seems like it would be a fun place to live. And I would love to be a member of Po’s quilting crew.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. My thoughts and opinions are my own and without bias or remuneration.
A Bias For Murder is the third book in the A Queen Bees Quilt Shop Mystery series.
Residents of Crestwood, KS and especially the students and faculty of Canterbury University are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Ollie Harrington. Ollie was well known for his knowledge on astronomy and spent much of his time study the stars and writing about them. At first, it was thought that he had just fallen down the stairs in his house, but when an autopsy is performed it shows that he had been poisoned.
Adele, Ollie’s twin sister, arrives in town after being notified of Ollie’s death and show little remorse. She announces that she will be turning the Harrington House into a B&B and adds that there will be no memorial service for Ollie. Po Paltow and her fellow members of the Queen Bees Quilters set off the learn who the poisoner might be. Their first thought is that Adele might have poisoned him so she could inherit the house. Soon they learn that Tom Adler, a local developer, claims that Ollie had changed his will leaving the house to him. Also, Halley, a friend of Ollie’s, claims that he had also promised her the house and the many papers that he had written on astronomy. The Queen Bees need to get busy with their sleuthing and sew things up.
This is a well-written and well-told story with an interesting and well-developed cast of characters. One doesn’t need to be a quilter to enjoy this series.
I will be watching for the next book in this enjoyable series.
A Bias for Murder by Sally Goldenbaum is the third installment of the Queen Bees Quilt Shop Series. This is the first one I have read. Though there are quite a few characters, I was able to get caught up somewhat quickly.
When Oliver Harrington II is found dead from an apparent heart attack, the community is shocked, he always appeared healthy. So was is a heart attack or does someone want his mansion and the grounds. When his twin sister shows up and wants to open a Bed and Breakfast, the accusations start flying for not only the sister of being guilty but a few other of the townspeople.
You have plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing until the end. The story is filled with likeable characters and a great setting.
I was given an ARC by NetGalley and Lyrical Underground for an honest review.
A Bias For Murder is a charming cozy, in which the amateur sleuths piece together the crime like the pattern of a quilt.
Series: Queen Bees Quilt Shop – Book 3
Author: Sally Goldenbaum
Genre: Cozy Mystery/
Publisher: Lyrical Press
Page Count: 176
Publishing Date: August 6, 2019
New from Lyrical Press comes Sally Goldenbaum’s latest addition to the cozy mystery series “Queen Bees Quilt Shop” A Bias for Murder. A fantastic adventure with charming characters and memorable moments of joy.
Po is one of my favorite characters in a cozy mystery series. She has spunk, intelligence, and has learned the art of patience. She is no spring chicken, but that is one of the reasons I adore her. Po is also kind, compassionate, and loving. The Quilters are a great mixture of young and old, and they keep things interesting. They do not shy away from digging into murder and relish one-upping the police.
The victim is a member of the community everyone appears to like. He is innocent and sweet, with a love of the stars that is almost breathtaking. When his killer is unmasked, there will be a moment of disbelief, along with the realization that it couldn’t be anyone else. Readers who read a lot of cozy mystery books will no doubt figure out who the murderer is quickly, but for those who are new to the genre, they may be taken by surprise.
The writing is top-notch as always. Ms. Goldenbaum is a seasoned writer with an excellent grasp of the English language. She tells a story that keeps readers engaged and entertained. A Bias for Murder is a fast read with ample action and intrigue. Readers will be delighted with the book from beginning to end and will crave more in this cozy mystery series.
A Bias for Murder by Sally Goldenbaum was a first rate addition to the Queen Bees Quilt Shop series.
I do enjoy this series and all of the characters are growing with each new book. The friendship of the Queen Bees is clear and true in each book. Ms. Goldenbaum’s writing is easy to read and this well developed plot kept me turning the pages as each clue was revealed. I had an idea of who was behind the murders but wasn’t 100% sure until the reveal because the red herrings kept me guessing. I’ve read each of the books in this series and I’m excited to see what Ms. Goldenbaum has in store for the Queen Bees in the next book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book from Lyrical Underground via NetGalley. All of the above opinions are my own.