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Natural Thorn Killer

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I  recieved a free digital copy of this book from Netgalley for an honest review.

This is my third book from this author, and I can't seem to get enough! One minute I'm starting the book, the next thing I know I'm done. I turned the page and said "It can't be over!" That's when you know you have found a great author!

This is the first book in a brand new series. It was such a fast and smooth read. The mystery was tight with plenty of clues and red herrings. (And who doesn't love a good red herring?) The characters were well thought out, realistic and they all brought something different to the table.

Let's talk characters. Loved the relationship between Britta and her Aunt Elin. It is obviously such a strong relationship they share even though Elin seems to have a few secrets of her own and Britta has been gone for a few years married to a Jerk. I enjoyed meeting Officer Iwamoto and Detective Fletcher and watching them warm up to Britta through the story. I am anxious to see what happens next with Britta and the delicious Detective! Sticks was a treat to meet! What's better than a pug who loves coffee?

My favorite line throughout the whole book, "You know at one point, I considered everyone a suspect." I didnt have quite as many suspects as Britta, but I had several. He did it, no she did it! No, it was him!😂 Eagerly anticipating book two!

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Sometimes you just connect with an author’s writing style immediately. Sometimes you connect with the main character of a cozy from the very first book. Other times you connect with the relationships depicted, the setting described, the chosen careers of the character or the way the suspense is built. And sometimes, it all just clicks and the book is deeply enjoyable. Happily, Natural Thorn Killer was one of those books that just clicked with me on so many levels. The characters are well-rounded, the descriptive writing is wonderful and the plot is expertly crafted. If you are a fan of the cozy mystery genre, I recommend this author. I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy provided to me by the publisher through NetGalley. This did not affect my rating. I have provided an unbiased and honest review.

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This book was so wonderful, I couldn't stop reading. With every page finished, I could smell the flowers just as if I was working along side the owners of the flower shop. The main character Britta was so real, her feeling of floundering, of not being sure of herself anymore after uprooting herself and going back home. I love a strong main character, especially one that doesn't realize how strong she is. This book really touched me, yes it was a cozy, yes it had a strong exceptionally written mystery, but the characters and setting really got me in the feels. I absolutely loved this book, adored the characters, and the story was top notch. I cannot wait for more additions to this beautiful series.

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A charming new mystery from one of my favorite cozy mystery authors. It had an interesting plot which is very contemporary with the idea of a charming old section of town being threatened by large condo developers, a smart and delightful heroine in floral artist Britta, who has left her cheating husband and returned to her hometown of Portland to work with her Aunt Elin at Blooma, her artisanal flower shop. The cast of local characters brings Portland to life for me and this book, in addition to being an entertaining mystery, gave me an education of the life and symbols of flowers. I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend it.

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