cartophilus's review
4.0
This was a fun mystery that shows of different parts of Seattle and explores a little bit of its history. The characters can be a little too flat sometimes, but the mysteries are always fun and I am already looking forward to the next book in the series.
anndorf's review
4.0
My local bookshop has a “Blind Date with a Book” trunk. They’re wrapped in paper with a short description on the front. This one was “A suspenseful mystery set in the Seattle spice market.”
I enjoyed the book, and would read other in the series (that I didn’t realize existed until I got onto GoodReads).
I didn’t find it super suspenseful, and it wasn’t a book a stayed up late to read. In all, it took me a about 3 weeks of casual reading to finish, when it’s something I could of easily finished in 3 days. Or less.
Also, kinda just wish there was more about Pepper and Tag. Maybe it’s just me. Maybe there’s more in other books of the series.
Overall, I would recommend this to others that enjoy mysteries.
I enjoyed the book, and would read other in the series (that I didn’t realize existed until I got onto GoodReads).
I didn’t find it super suspenseful, and it wasn’t a book a stayed up late to read. In all, it took me a about 3 weeks of casual reading to finish, when it’s something I could of easily finished in 3 days. Or less.
Also, kinda just wish there was more about Pepper and Tag. Maybe it’s just me. Maybe there’s more in other books of the series.
Overall, I would recommend this to others that enjoy mysteries.
jeo224's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
4.5
I really enjoyed this - it was fun that it takes place in Seattle, has good characters - a good cozy mystery series.
asanford's review against another edition
4.0
Liked this one better than cinnamon. More Market tie-ins and stories. Mom is fun and quirky but provides a good new voice.
curlygirl71's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
amandajeanne's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
susanknights's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
cozyreads1988's review against another edition
3.0
I keep trying with this series but I just can’t connect with it. The mysteries are fine so is the writing I just can’t connect with the characters. I don’t feel a bond with them, which is usually my favorite part of series, the characters and becoming attached to them.
morticia32's review
5.0
Book 3 in the series.
This is truly one of my favorite cozy series! I love visiting Pepper in Seattle and the Pike Place Market, which is one of the most amazing places I have ever been. And I don't have to deal with Seattle traffic to get there!
In Killing Thyme, always busy Pepper has even more on her plate, with a visit from her mother and a blast from the past that ends in murder. Pepper vows to stay out of it, but with her mother connected to the victim and secrets from Pepper's childhood coming to light, she feels she has to find justice for the dead woman.
I read this book in one sitting, because I did not want to put it down. One thing happens after another, keeping things moving at a satisfying pace. The mystery within the mystery was intriguing, and I loved the resolution of everything. The characters are strong and well developed, and most importantly, likeable!
As always, the recipes in the book sound delicious. I really want to make the Herbed Black Bean Pasta Salad, which sounds both yummy and EASY, haha.
*I received an advance copy of this book from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review*
This is truly one of my favorite cozy series! I love visiting Pepper in Seattle and the Pike Place Market, which is one of the most amazing places I have ever been. And I don't have to deal with Seattle traffic to get there!
In Killing Thyme, always busy Pepper has even more on her plate, with a visit from her mother and a blast from the past that ends in murder. Pepper vows to stay out of it, but with her mother connected to the victim and secrets from Pepper's childhood coming to light, she feels she has to find justice for the dead woman.
I read this book in one sitting, because I did not want to put it down. One thing happens after another, keeping things moving at a satisfying pace. The mystery within the mystery was intriguing, and I loved the resolution of everything. The characters are strong and well developed, and most importantly, likeable!
As always, the recipes in the book sound delicious. I really want to make the Herbed Black Bean Pasta Salad, which sounds both yummy and EASY, haha.
*I received an advance copy of this book from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review*