teri_loves_books's review
adventurous
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
booksuperpower's review
3.0
Scent to Kill is a cozy style mystery with a homeopathic theme. This book is written by Chrystle Fiedler and is published by Simon and Schuster/ Gallery Books. This book is scheduled for release in February 2013.
This the second in the Natural Remedies Mystery series. This is the first one I have read. Evidently, the story picks up three months after Dr. Willow McQuade solved the mystery of her beloved Aunt Claire's murder.
The big news is the filming of a TV show in town. Willow's former boyfriend, Simon is now dating Carly . Carly and her soon to be ex-husband are with the production company filming the show for the Sci-Fi channel.
Willow and her boyfriend, Jackson have been invited to the pre-show party. Tensions are high as Carly's ex- husband, Roger, continually picks on Simon causing a fight.
Later when Roger is found murdered, Simon is suspect number one. Willow agrees to use her new found skills as an amateur sleuth to prove Simon's innocence.
There is no shortage of suspects. Old family secrets come to light as Willow and Jackson try to find out who wanted Roger dead and why.
I really enjoyed the home remedies featured at the beginning of each chapter. There were suggestions for headaches, skin issues, and emotional problems, just to name a few. Occasionally, however the mention of homeopathic remedies and organic foods got to be a little distracting. It was came close to overkill a few times.
I liked Willow and Jackson and they make a good team. I can see them working together for a long time to come. Pets always enhance a good mystery to me and so I loved the secondary story line about the dogs.
The mystery was good whodunit, although I was pretty sure I knew who was behind it, I didn't know the motive.
This series has a lot of potential. A few things could have been tweaked here and there for a tighter story, but overall I thought it was pretty good cozy mystery.
This one gets a B-/C+
Thanks to Edelweiss for the opportunity to view this ARC!
This the second in the Natural Remedies Mystery series. This is the first one I have read. Evidently, the story picks up three months after Dr. Willow McQuade solved the mystery of her beloved Aunt Claire's murder.
The big news is the filming of a TV show in town. Willow's former boyfriend, Simon is now dating Carly . Carly and her soon to be ex-husband are with the production company filming the show for the Sci-Fi channel.
Willow and her boyfriend, Jackson have been invited to the pre-show party. Tensions are high as Carly's ex- husband, Roger, continually picks on Simon causing a fight.
Later when Roger is found murdered, Simon is suspect number one. Willow agrees to use her new found skills as an amateur sleuth to prove Simon's innocence.
There is no shortage of suspects. Old family secrets come to light as Willow and Jackson try to find out who wanted Roger dead and why.
I really enjoyed the home remedies featured at the beginning of each chapter. There were suggestions for headaches, skin issues, and emotional problems, just to name a few. Occasionally, however the mention of homeopathic remedies and organic foods got to be a little distracting. It was came close to overkill a few times.
I liked Willow and Jackson and they make a good team. I can see them working together for a long time to come. Pets always enhance a good mystery to me and so I loved the secondary story line about the dogs.
The mystery was good whodunit, although I was pretty sure I knew who was behind it, I didn't know the motive.
This series has a lot of potential. A few things could have been tweaked here and there for a tighter story, but overall I thought it was pretty good cozy mystery.
This one gets a B-/C+
Thanks to Edelweiss for the opportunity to view this ARC!
dollycas's review
4.0
Willow McQuade, naturopathic doctor, along with her hunky ex-cop boyfriend Jackson Spade, attend a party for a psychic TV show that is filming on Long Island’s idyllic East End. However, Willow is much more interested in visiting the estate’s lavender farm, seeking inspiration for the new aromatherapy workshops she’ll be holding at her store, Nature’s Way Market & Café.
Before the party is over, Roger Bixby one of the producers is dead and the police suspect murder. Roger was working on the show, MJ’s Mind, with Carly Bixby, his ex-wife and the new girlfriend of Willow’s ex from L.A., TV writer/producer Simon Lewis.
After Willow leaves the party, she gets a frantic text from Simon asking for her help. Since Simon had a fight with Roger earlier in the evening, and because of his death is now the primary shareholder in Galaxy films, Willow’s ex becomes the prime suspect. Simon begs her to crack the case and clear him of the murder. MJ McClellan, the psychic and star of the show also asks Willow for help. She hires Willow to provide natural remedies, including aromatherapy, massage, acupuncture and yoga to soothe the agitated crew of her show.
To find the killer, Willow has to deal with ghosts in a haunted mansion, a truly dysfunctional family, death threats and “accidents,” while trying to untangle a homicide identical to one committed during prohibition.
Thankfully, Jackson has been hired to provide security and is there to watch her back and help Willow solve this spooky mystery. As a bonus, you’ll find dozens of natural aromatherapy cures throughout the book that can improve your health in mind, body and spirit!
Dollycas’s Thoughts
I was fortunate to be able to read the two book back to back and really enjoyed both.
Scent to Kill focuses on aromatherapy and essential oils and I could almost smell the lavender fields while reading. As soon as I finished the book I went online to check out diffusers and oils.
Willow McQuade uses her knowledge of herbal remedies to put herself right in the middle of the action. Helping the crew through the stresses of their jobs and the added stress of knowing there may be a murderer among them. She also keeps the door open to a more supernatural solution that could solve this murder and those that took place decades earlier. She and retired cop Jackson Spade make a great team. Their romance is also growing at a perfect pace.
Strong characters and setting made this a fun whodunit. The ghosts and the spooky mansion really added great elements to the story.
I can’t wait for my next trip to Nature’ s Way. I will need an appointment with both Hector and Allie. I once had a doctor tell me to do yoga for my back pain. Maybe Nick can explain how someone like me, paralyzed on one side could do yoga while I enjoy the nice healthy smoothie. I am sure the author will have a wonderful mystery to solve too!
Before the party is over, Roger Bixby one of the producers is dead and the police suspect murder. Roger was working on the show, MJ’s Mind, with Carly Bixby, his ex-wife and the new girlfriend of Willow’s ex from L.A., TV writer/producer Simon Lewis.
After Willow leaves the party, she gets a frantic text from Simon asking for her help. Since Simon had a fight with Roger earlier in the evening, and because of his death is now the primary shareholder in Galaxy films, Willow’s ex becomes the prime suspect. Simon begs her to crack the case and clear him of the murder. MJ McClellan, the psychic and star of the show also asks Willow for help. She hires Willow to provide natural remedies, including aromatherapy, massage, acupuncture and yoga to soothe the agitated crew of her show.
To find the killer, Willow has to deal with ghosts in a haunted mansion, a truly dysfunctional family, death threats and “accidents,” while trying to untangle a homicide identical to one committed during prohibition.
Thankfully, Jackson has been hired to provide security and is there to watch her back and help Willow solve this spooky mystery. As a bonus, you’ll find dozens of natural aromatherapy cures throughout the book that can improve your health in mind, body and spirit!
Dollycas’s Thoughts
I was fortunate to be able to read the two book back to back and really enjoyed both.
Scent to Kill focuses on aromatherapy and essential oils and I could almost smell the lavender fields while reading. As soon as I finished the book I went online to check out diffusers and oils.
Willow McQuade uses her knowledge of herbal remedies to put herself right in the middle of the action. Helping the crew through the stresses of their jobs and the added stress of knowing there may be a murderer among them. She also keeps the door open to a more supernatural solution that could solve this murder and those that took place decades earlier. She and retired cop Jackson Spade make a great team. Their romance is also growing at a perfect pace.
Strong characters and setting made this a fun whodunit. The ghosts and the spooky mansion really added great elements to the story.
I can’t wait for my next trip to Nature’ s Way. I will need an appointment with both Hector and Allie. I once had a doctor tell me to do yoga for my back pain. Maybe Nick can explain how someone like me, paralyzed on one side could do yoga while I enjoy the nice healthy smoothie. I am sure the author will have a wonderful mystery to solve too!
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