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Cozy Case Files, A Cozy Mystery Sampler, Volume 9

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Not sure what book to pick up next? This compilation of mystery books from different authors offers the reader a perfect teaser for upcoming mystery novels. Read through the first four chapters of: The Devil’s Bones, Sugar and Vice, Death at High Tide, The Falcon Always Wings Twice, Nothing Bundt Trouble, The Secret of Bones, The Art of Deception, A Royal Affair, and the Fate of a Flapper to decide which one(s) you want to continue reading! In a world inundated with mystery novels, this is a great way to get acquainted with each books’ premise and characters before cozying up with the full book.

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This is a sampler of five different books. Egg Drop Dead by Vivien Chien, Dead in the Doorway by Diane Kelly, Hems and Homicide by Elizabeth Penney, The Stolen Letter by Paige Shelton, and Beating About the Bush by M.C. Beaton. This was a nice little teaser for each book.
We begin this little sampler with Egg Drop Dead, this is the fifth in the Noodle Shop Mystery. I have not read the previous four books, but this little teaser peaked my interest to read the others. The cover alone, are you kidding me?? The artwork and small little details really get you excited about what is going to be inside. This book grabs you right in with Lana Lee’s first catering event turning into full-course madness as a domestic worker is found dead. This was the FIRST PARAGRAPH, not the FIRST PAGE, THE FIRST PARAGRAPH! OMG! This little snippet had me dying with characters saying. “… you’re going to die in those shoes within the first hour.” We only get four chapters of this book, but it is definitely enough to peak my interest and I will be looking to read this one!
Next up, we have Dead in the Doorway by Diane Kelly. This is the second book in a House-flipper Mystery. I can definitely see Hallmark picking this one in their repertoire of Mystery movies! This also had an intriguing cover with a cute little car on it. We soon find out that this car, is not just any cat, but a feline partner in crime named Sawdust.
We then have Hems and Homicide by Elizabeth Penney. I liked the cute little play on words like, “ sew ready for a change.” This book also has a cute little cat on the cover. This book has all of my favorite things mixed in-Mystery, Maine, café’s and sewing. I cannot wait to get my hands on a full copy and dissolve into the lovely weather of Maine with the North Eastern culture!
Then, The Stolen Letter by Paige Shelton. This book involves a bookshop-right here, how can you go wrong? I am a bibliophile! I love me books, even just to run my fingers along their spines and nostalgically remember what each book contains and the adventures involved. This main character is married to the pub owner. It is like a match made in heaven! I am excited to read the full version to hear more about the bookshop and the closure or not.
Beating About the Bush by M.C. Beaton Now the cool thing about M.C. Beaton is that some of her books have made it to the big screen, as a TV series. The sad part about this is that she did pass this past January. I am honored to have received a snippet of her latest and possibly her last book. This is an Agatha Raisin MYSTERY. These books have been around for quite some time. This books starts with her coming across a severed leg in a roadside hedge. Are you kidding me? How awesome does that begin on the big screen? I can see it now…. I cannot wait to read the full version and will keep my fingers crossed that this book actually is made into the TV series.

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Excellent samples of the latest cozy mysteries coming out. My favorites were Nothing Bundt Trouble by Ellie Alexander and The Secrets of Bones by Kylie Logan.

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5 stars.

I quite enjoyed the interesting samplers featured in this collection. They were unique and featured authors I had not previously heard of.

I would highly recommend this if you’re looking for new reads.

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Pro: now I want to read all the books! Con: you only get a few chapters at most, so I’m totally wanting more!

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This is a collection of the first few chapters of each author's books. My favorites were by Donna Andrews and Carolyn Haines. This gives you a sample of the authors writing and you can see if you would like to read the rest of the book.

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This is a great sampler of some upcoming cozy mysteries for the spring and summer reads. I got only a taste of these books and a taste wasn't enough. I want to read more of them! So I will now have to find the full length books when they come out.

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Great cozy mysteries. Will recommend to book clubs. Will purchase several of these to add to our collection.

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Wow! I didn't know these Cozy Case Files books existed until this book, which is volume 9. I really missed the boat on this one.

Like previous volumes, Cozy Case Files Vol. 9 contains a delightful sampling of cozy mystery stories by different authors. You get to read the first few chapters of each book to develop a first impression. There's bound to be a few books that you'll want to get your hands on. I sure found a few.

So, if you're wondering what next cozy mystery to read, look no further. Grab Cozy Case Files Vol. 9. I'm sure you'll find something. Four stars -- I really liked and enjoyed it. Now I have to read the prior volumes to see what else I've missed.

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Cozy Case Files, A Cozy Mystery Sampler, Volume 9 4 stars

A sampler of upcoming cozy mysteries published in the Spring/Summer 2020 by St, Martins Press. My favorite authors Carolyn Haines, Donna Andrews and Leonard Goldberg are in this volume. [I have to say it...I really want to read The Falcon Always Wings Twice ... OMG Meg Langslow and a Ren Faire] I was fortunate to read "The Secret of Bones" by Kylie Logan and enjoyed it. The other authors featured in this sampler had intriguing plots. I look forward to reading new books from favored authors and maybe discovering a new author to enjoy.

Thank you Netgalley and St. Martins Press/Minotaur Books for this Sampler.

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The only issues of this sampler is that now I want to read all these novels.
It's a great introduction to new to me and well loved author.
A great way to discover authors and get a tast of novels.

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What a fun introduction to several new cozy mystery authors. I can see this genre in my future- such a fun mix of mystery and humor!

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I received a complimentary review copy of #CozyCaseFilesACozyMysterySamplerVolume9 from #NetGalley.

This sampler includes extended previews of 9 novels. I really enjoyed being able to preview enough of the book to know whether I'd be interested enough to read the whole thing. Each excerpt starts with a page showing the book cover, and a page with the book description, and the publication date is listed on the copyright pages.

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The title says it all.  Here are excerpts from upcoming books.  So many good reads to sample here...and,  of course, you can buy the books as they are published. 


Each entry begins with an introduction to the story and is followed by a generous excerpt. For example, first up is Carolyn Haines and her detective, Sara Booth Delaney.  I have read and enjoyed many titles in this series featuring Sara and the group around her which even includes a "haint" named Jitty.


Some of the other ooks I already am familiar with thanks to NetGalley.  I enjoyed Hannah Dennison's book that is set on the Scilly Isles.  On my TBR pile are The Devil's Bones and The Secrets of Bones. Other titles have also captured my interest.  I very much want to read Allison Montclair's new novel after last year's debut of her marriage bureau sleuths. Similarly The Fate of a Flapper intrigues me as I have the first in that series.


If you are a cozy reader or want to try cozies in our current stressful climate, sample a title or two hear to decide if you would enjoy the book. You well may.


Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title in exchange for an honest review

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Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I love this opportunity to read excerpts of new cozies from exciting authors. Cozies are my genre and I am always on the lookout for a great new series!

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Enjoyable Sampler ....
Enjoyable sampler of forthcoming mysteries of the cosy genre from a variety of authors. Across the board mix of the beginnings of eleven mysteries encompassing contemporary and historical mysteries from the likes of Hannah Dennison, Carolyn Haines, Donna Andrews to name but a few. A great way to sample new authors or to taste the new offerings from authors already known. Very enjoyable indeed.

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I loved this and would definitely read more of these. Perfect for this current situation we are living in xxx

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