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hugbandit7's review
4.0
Not everyone is as they seem. Talk about some surprises at the end of the book that will shake your beliefs about some of the characters.
I love these shorter cozies, lots of action and mystery to keep you guessing. But just because it is shorter don't count the book out because a lot happens and it will keep you guessing as to who is the killer, why, and what other secrets will be revealed.
I do have a love/hate relationship with Jolie, the protagonist. Yes, she has her issues and she admits them, but she also does some really stupid things...like when someone is breaking into her house (picking the lock), she yells that the police are on their way. Ummm, why not just let the police arrive and catch them in the act and arrest them? But she has a very caring side of her when it comes to Mirabelle, a young woman with sight issues, and others around town.
I was very surprised when it came time to reveal the killer. I was not expecting this character in the slightest. It made sense and there are a few clues that might point you this way, but not many.
Overall we enjoyed this book and give it 4 paws up.
I love these shorter cozies, lots of action and mystery to keep you guessing. But just because it is shorter don't count the book out because a lot happens and it will keep you guessing as to who is the killer, why, and what other secrets will be revealed.
I do have a love/hate relationship with Jolie, the protagonist. Yes, she has her issues and she admits them, but she also does some really stupid things...like when someone is breaking into her house (picking the lock), she yells that the police are on their way. Ummm, why not just let the police arrive and catch them in the act and arrest them? But she has a very caring side of her when it comes to Mirabelle, a young woman with sight issues, and others around town.
I was very surprised when it came time to reveal the killer. I was not expecting this character in the slightest. It made sense and there are a few clues that might point you this way, but not many.
Overall we enjoyed this book and give it 4 paws up.
karen_the_baroness's review
5.0
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy from the Great Escapes Book Tours. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Murder by Jodi Rath is a great story that is a continuation of the last two books. When we enter this installment, it’s summertime and Jolie dealing with another murder and everything else.
Jolie is our sleuth and the co-owner of The Cast Iron Creations. She is trying to get past her issues while dealing with a new murder in town. Jolie is trying to do better her despite what everyone thinks. She has a lot of problems, and it isn’t helping with all the murders in town.
I like that Jolie is trying to help solve the murders, but despite what has happened to her. She is lucky that she has her friends and family there. Jolie has done an excellent job figuring out the mystery. I love how she does her murder board as hers is a lot different than what we see from other sleuths murder boards.
My rating for Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Murder by Jodi Rath is five stars. I still like everything about what Ms. Rath’s have done with this book. This book is excellent. I couldn’t figure out who did it, but I can't wait for the next book to come out. Don’t forget to take a look at the recipes in the back of the book.
I highly recommend this book to all Cozy readers.
Go HERE to see my review for the first book.
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Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Murder by Jodi Rath is a great story that is a continuation of the last two books. When we enter this installment, it’s summertime and Jolie dealing with another murder and everything else.
Jolie Tucker
Jolie is our sleuth and the co-owner of The Cast Iron Creations. She is trying to get past her issues while dealing with a new murder in town. Jolie is trying to do better her despite what everyone thinks. She has a lot of problems, and it isn’t helping with all the murders in town.
I like that Jolie is trying to help solve the murders, but despite what has happened to her. She is lucky that she has her friends and family there. Jolie has done an excellent job figuring out the mystery. I love how she does her murder board as hers is a lot different than what we see from other sleuths murder boards.
Things to look for (and that I liked)
- I still love the coziness of living in a small town.
- Everyone is still concerned about Jolie and the terrible trouble she gets into.
- The new relationship between Jolie and Mick is endearing.
- Jolie realizes she still has issues to work through.
5 Stars for Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Murder by Jodi Roth
My rating for Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Murder by Jodi Rath is five stars. I still like everything about what Ms. Rath’s have done with this book. This book is excellent. I couldn’t figure out who did it, but I can't wait for the next book to come out. Don’t forget to take a look at the recipes in the back of the book.
I highly recommend this book to all Cozy readers.
Other Books in this Series
Go HERE to see my review for the first book.
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dollycas's review against another edition
5.0
Dollycas’s Thoughts
We are back in Ohio at Cast Iron Creations where things are getting jalapeno hot!! A new restaurant has opened and Jolie hopes to work a cross-promotion deal as she has with other businesses, she also is finally going to go on her auction date with Detective Meiser, (her family auctioned off at a fundraiser in the last book), residents are worried about urban sprawl, oh, and there is another dead body.
Ms. Rath’s characters are fun and entertaining. Again, there is a large cast but I was very comfortable after getting to know most of them in the first book. I enjoyed the continued character development. The new characters were all key to the new mystery. The interactions were all realistic and the dialogue was crisp.
I continue to be amazed by how much drama and action this author brings a reader in less than 200 pages. She does a fabulous job of blending intrigue and everyday life. The daily grind plus secrets, twists, turns, and a surprising ending are all baked together wonderfully by the time we reach the last page. It is a quick read and impossible to put down.
I am not a fan of peppers especially jalapenos but I loved the way that ingredient was incorporated into the story. I also appreciate that cast iron skillet recipes are included for readers to try.
Together Pineapple Upside Down Murder and Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Murder equal the length of 1 standard cozy mystery, so I do recommend reading both in order so you can really get to know the characters. I am really looking forward to more books in this series.
We are back in Ohio at Cast Iron Creations where things are getting jalapeno hot!! A new restaurant has opened and Jolie hopes to work a cross-promotion deal as she has with other businesses, she also is finally going to go on her auction date with Detective Meiser, (her family auctioned off at a fundraiser in the last book), residents are worried about urban sprawl, oh, and there is another dead body.
Ms. Rath’s characters are fun and entertaining. Again, there is a large cast but I was very comfortable after getting to know most of them in the first book. I enjoyed the continued character development. The new characters were all key to the new mystery. The interactions were all realistic and the dialogue was crisp.
I continue to be amazed by how much drama and action this author brings a reader in less than 200 pages. She does a fabulous job of blending intrigue and everyday life. The daily grind plus secrets, twists, turns, and a surprising ending are all baked together wonderfully by the time we reach the last page. It is a quick read and impossible to put down.
I am not a fan of peppers especially jalapenos but I loved the way that ingredient was incorporated into the story. I also appreciate that cast iron skillet recipes are included for readers to try.
Together Pineapple Upside Down Murder and Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Murder equal the length of 1 standard cozy mystery, so I do recommend reading both in order so you can really get to know the characters. I am really looking forward to more books in this series.
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