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Deception Most Deadly: An utterly addictive historical cozy murder mystery
Deception Most Deadly: An utterly addictive historical cozy murder mystery | Genevieve Essig
8 posts | 5 read | 2 to read
Meet Cassie Gwynne: bookworm, cat lover, reluctant heiress... and determined detective?Florida, 1883. Cassie Gwynne is looking for a fresh start when she steps off the steamship at Fernandina harbor for the first time. She's trying hard to be a proper lady, for once. She's styled her unruly hair, shined her boots, and even purchased a whole new fashionable (or at least fashionably priced) wardrobe. However, she's certain finding a body is not very ladylike behavior...While out exploring the beautiful island with her Aunt Flora, Cassie stumbles across the body of Peanut Runkles, town grump and her aunt's neighbor, lying at the foot of the harbor pilots' lookout tower. To make matters worse, because Peanut and Flora have been quarreling for years over everything from Flora's eccentric ideas to her pet pig's fondness for Peanut's vegetable patch, Flora is immediately arrested for murder.Desperate to save the only family she has left, Cassie vows to prove Flora's innocence and untangle the mystery herself, no matter how much certain others may disapprove. Cassie's brilliant mind and nose for a clue lead her on an investigation that takes her all around the island, and even earns her a valiant furry friend in Esy the kitten.But how does the mysterious ledger Cassie finds hidden in a secret drawer in Peanut's desk connect to the crime? Cassie is determined to dig up the truth, but can she catch the killer before her time on the island comes to a deadly end?This warm and witty cozy mystery will transport you to the island city of Fernandina and introduce you to a feisty heroine far before her time! Perfect for fans of Verity Bright, T E Kinsey and Deanna Raybourn.
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BookwormAHN
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The last book in our #LMPBC round and a good one. This was the first historical fiction/mystery that I've read set in Florida. And that was probably my favorite part. Cassie, while trying her best to behave, stumbles across her neighbors dead body. So, of course, she has to investigate.
@BookishBelle I mailed this back to you yesterday, nice pick 😺
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BookishBelle Thanks! I‘m glad you enjoyed it! 10mo
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This was my May #LMPBC and is the first in an historical mystery series set in 1883 on Amelia Island (FL). I won‘t say much here to spoil it for my group, but I did end up enjoying it after a bit of a struggle. It started off slow for me but by the middle I was invested. Loved the heroine (Cassie), and there were actually several plots going on (which could be confusing). A bit silly at times (got past that), but overall I liked it. 3.5/5⭐️

BookwormAHN 😺😺 12mo
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#thingsincommon - both set during the same time period

This was a bit different for me. I don‘t want to say too much since it‘s a #LMPBC pick. It didn‘t seem like your typical historical mystery and the characters were all wacky. I‘ve never read a historical set in Florida before, so it was definitely interesting.

Low pick. I‘ll try and mail it out this week.

Clwojick Great match! 12mo
robinb It has arrived! 😊 12mo
Laughterhp @robinb Oh good! 12mo
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@BookishBelle This was delivered today!

Can‘t wait to read it! #LMPBC #GroupH

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This was really good. Nicely plotted out. A good mystery and delightfully quirky characters. It is headed your way today @Laughterhp

@BookwormAHN @robinb #LMPBC #Round17 #GroupH

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A very special book, a girl in an adventure she doesn't want to, but she must be able to save her only family member alive. The main character I believe has to deal with more than a normal person in her situation and time will be able to handle but she does her best and clears up the problems.
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Ellies_Books06 I had, unfortunately, struggle to read this book. I feel very sad about it since my expectations were very high. I believe it was not the book for me but hey, it could be the one for you. 2y
Ellies_Books06 📑This ARC was granted to me through NetGalley and approved by Bookouture in exchange for an honest review. Thank you! 2y
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