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itsjenrob's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
msgabbythelibrarian's review against another edition
2.0
I really was disappointed in this Theodosia Browning mystery. While I am used to the formulaic plot, this one was REALLY formulaic. I wasn't surprised by who the murderer was yet we hardly got a reason behind why actions were done. The person was arrested and I was like "that's it?"
And while Theodosia always disobeys the cops, in "Plum Tea Crazy" she really did. The first four chapters are about her running after a suspect......then she breaks and enters a home without a second thought......yeah I thought it was outlandish
There wasn't nearly enough tea shop action. That was why I loved these books in the first place.
And while Theodosia always disobeys the cops, in "Plum Tea Crazy" she really did. The first four chapters are about her running after a suspect......then she breaks and enters a home without a second thought......yeah I thought it was outlandish
There wasn't nearly enough tea shop action. That was why I loved these books in the first place.
victorial's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
betcei's review against another edition
4.0
Theodosia and Drayton once again have a mystery to solve in Charleston. I'm between serving tea and scones and delectable tea party lunches, they help solve a mystery of a local resident killed in a roof nearby during a party. There are a handful of suspects, but Theodosia puts all the information together to solve the mystery of whodunnit. a quick fun read!
michellef's review against another edition
5.0
`Plum Tea Crazy` is a Tea Shop Mystery by author Laura Childs. With a name like Plum Tea Crazy it sounds like a funny story. It is actually a light-hearted, cozy mystery. There is not a lot of blood and guts. It is a who-done-it story and the female protagonist, Theodosia is determined she will find out who did it and why.
It was hard to decide who the real suspect was, the story was written so well. What I liked most about the book is that the second I thought I knew who did it a different character would show up in the story and lead me astray. Halfway through the story I still couldn't figure out who it was. That kept me wanting to read the book.
Some of the characters had unique names that made the reader picture what they looked like. An example, Miss Dimple had a plump five-feet-one-inch body whose whole body went into motion when she laughed. There was also a florist named Floradora.
I learned `receipt` was the old-timey Southern way of saying `recipe` and that griddle scones were a tradition until conventional ovens were invented. There are several recipes to try at the end of the book to try from The Indigo Tea Shop. As well as some Tea Tips if the reader wants to have their own tea party. This title will be available to the public on March 6, 2018.
Disclaimer: "I was provided a free copy of this ARC. All opinions are my own."
It was hard to decide who the real suspect was, the story was written so well. What I liked most about the book is that the second I thought I knew who did it a different character would show up in the story and lead me astray. Halfway through the story I still couldn't figure out who it was. That kept me wanting to read the book.
Some of the characters had unique names that made the reader picture what they looked like. An example, Miss Dimple had a plump five-feet-one-inch body whose whole body went into motion when she laughed. There was also a florist named Floradora.
I learned `receipt` was the old-timey Southern way of saying `recipe` and that griddle scones were a tradition until conventional ovens were invented. There are several recipes to try at the end of the book to try from The Indigo Tea Shop. As well as some Tea Tips if the reader wants to have their own tea party. This title will be available to the public on March 6, 2018.
Disclaimer: "I was provided a free copy of this ARC. All opinions are my own."
amy_mancini's review against another edition
2.0
Meh. Not a great mystery. I pegged the killer when she/he was introduced because the stories have such a formula now. Moreover, in this installment the main characters seem to be simultaneously changing to become more sugar-coated (holy smokes, cripes, razzle dazzle, bopping down the street—and a million other twee phrases) and more unlikeable with their snarky unkind remarks. I wouldn’t be friends with any of them. I’ve given up this series before, but I came back. Now I’m sorry.
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mrsburg528's review against another edition
4.0
I was provided an ARC of this book by First to Reads and Penguin Books for my honest review.
I enjoyed this novel by Laura Childs. The characters and plot line were well developed. Even though I was able to guess the whodunnit sooner than the protagonist, I still enjoyed watching everything unfold and joining Theodosia and Drayton on their adventure. I would definitely read another book from Laura Childs. I also appreciated the recipes at the end of the book.
I enjoyed this novel by Laura Childs. The characters and plot line were well developed. Even though I was able to guess the whodunnit sooner than the protagonist, I still enjoyed watching everything unfold and joining Theodosia and Drayton on their adventure. I would definitely read another book from Laura Childs. I also appreciated the recipes at the end of the book.