Well written cozy, hope we have the romance out of the way but regardless this was an enjoyable read.  Simple premise you never truly know what goes on in someone who else's home.

Pudding up with Murder is a typically delightful Julia Buckley cozy mystery.  The Undercover Dish Mystery series has warm characters who feel like neighbors and intriguing murders that never go the way one would expect.  I enjoy the regular twist of Lillah's secret side business providing "homecooked" meals for people who don't have the time or talent or for those like Jay's mother who are not physically able to keep up with their famous cooking. There are some big twists at the end but the author plays fair and leaves a trail to the solution. 

When Emma takes Lillah to a neighbor's birthday so he had meet the adorable and unique Mick the nodding labrador they have a interesting time until Marcus collapses into Lillah's rice pudding. His condition leads to suspicion of poisoning and an estate full of children, grandchildren and ex-wives leave an open field for suspects. Lillah and Jay's relationship have been moving forward at a great pace but a new roadblock may quell the blossoming romance. 

I requested and received an advanced readers copy of  Pudding up with Murder via NetGalley because I have enjoyed other books by the author.  I always review books that I enjoy and I loved this one!

This is the first book I've read in this series. I love the titles of the books and the covers are always so vibrant and fun to look at.
Lilah  Drake is a character that I can relate to. As the creator of undercover dishes, Lilah prepares mouthwatering food and others take the credit.
When Lilah creates a spectacular dish for a party, it's all fun and games until someone gets hurt, or killed.
Lilah has an uncanny ability to sniff out the truth, and having her canine companion by her side makes it even better.
I'm looking forward to becoming familiar with the other books in this series.
I voluntarily read an ARC of this book provided by the publisher and NetGalley.