Another great addition to the Lighthouse Library series. This is book #7 in the series. The book can be read as a standalone title but I would recommend the rest of them because they're all enjoyable. I just love the characters in the story and I always look forward to a new one.

Sure Helena, the former director of the Lighthouse Library, was a pest then and now but murder? Well, someone has murdered her and can it possibly be because of a 25 year old mystery? That's the question for Lucy, our intrepid heroine, who will poke around for answers, in part because she feels a little responsible, She's going to discover some very old secrets in this latest installment in a delightful series which I think will be fine as a standalone. Gates make good use of the North Carolina setting, the characters (including Lucy's cat) are fun, and the mystery nicely twisty. Oh- and Connor, her love interest, has a question to ask......THanks to Netgalley for the ARC. A fun read.

A Death Long Overdue is cute, the characters are likeable and the story is a fun mystery. If you need a cozy mystery this one is a great one.

Another fantastic novel by Eva Gates! This is a wonderfully engaging read and firmly places the Lighthouse Library series as one of my favourite cozy novel series. We join Lucy and library director, Bertie, for Bertie's class reunion, which introduces us to an interesting cast of characters. A former coworker is murdered, which opens up unsolved mysteries of stolen jewelry and a missing person.
The plot moves quickly and is well written, with plenty of twists and turns and red herrings. I find the characters easy to follow, and they are easily likeable. This novel could be read as a standalone. I love the consistency of quality of Gates' series - I can't wait for the next one!
Thank you to Netgalley and Crooked Lane Books for an ARC in exchange for review.

Lucy Richardson really enjoys her job at the Lighthouse LIbrary in North Carolina’s Outer Banks. She is happy to help the library’s director Bertie James host an event at the library for a 40th reunion of her college class. As a courtesy, Bertie also invites the abrasive former library director, Helena Sanchez, to the event since she is in town for the weekend. Most of the group of current and former librarians love the exhibit of the history of libraries in North Carolina that Lucy and some of her co-workers put together for Bertie’s reunion. The evening is going well until the women take an evening stroll on the pier and someone takes advantage of the darkness to murder Helena. The official investigation seems to be stalling, so Lucy uses her skills to do some sleuthing of her own.

This is the seventh in the series but only the second I’ve read, and I had no trouble keeping the various characters straight. Lucy and Bertie are the best part of the book. They have a great working relationship and are also friends. I enjoy the parts when they are working together to solve the crime. Lucy is a little more impulsive, and Bertie helps keep her grounded. The scenes with Lucy and her boyfriend Connor are sweet, but sometimes frustrating. It’s pretty clear what Connor is trying to plan for Lucy, but for someone who is so good at finding clues to solve crimes, she doesn’t catch on to what Connor is doing. Eventually, this subplot has a great resolution that long-time fans of the series will especially appreciate.

Since the victim is opinionated, outspoken, and sometimes mean, there is no shortage of suspects in her murder. That gives Lucy a lot of people to research and question, which makes the story interesting. However, I’m not sure Helena was the most irritating character in town. Some of the suspects, as well as some of the other characters associated with Lucy, most notably Louise Jane, are so overbearing it detracts from the story. This is especially true when Lucy allows herself to be pushed around by them. It doesn’t show her in the best light and also gets tedious to read. Louise Jane finally does something to help by the end and things come together for the characters and the investigation. I haven’t read all the books in the series, but based on how things end in this book, I am interested in reading the next one.

Readers who follow this series as well as those who enjoy cozy mysteries by Vicki Delany, which is the same person as Eva Gates, will like this book. Fans of Jenn McKinlay’s Library Lover’s series will also want to check out this title by Eva Gates.

I received this ebook from NetGalley through the courtesy of Crooked Lane. An advance copy was provided to me at no cost, but my review is voluntary and unbiased.

I loved this book! It is #7 in the Lighthouse Library Mystery and I have not read 1 through 6 but I am going to add them to my TBR because this book kept me hooked from the moment I opened it up. The characters were well developed, the plot was fantastic, I thought I had guessed the killer but I was wrong. I cannot wait to read more of this series.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.

Lucy is a librarian who lives in an apartment atop a lighthouse library. While helping with a party for the director's college classmates, one of the attendees is murdered. Lucy becomes involved in solving the mystery.

While this may sound like a typical cozy mystery storyline, this particular mystery has a whole lot more. The characters are each unique and easy to visualize given the descriptions. The setting, on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, is picturesque and charming. And, the library has a cat, a Himalayan named Charles. And, unlike several other cat mysteries where the cat is just ornamentation, this cat has a personality and subtly guides Lucy to clues. Just what I expect in a mystery with a cat on the cover!

I thought I was sure who the killer was a couple of chapters into the book. But, there are enough twists in the plot line that it wasn't quite that easy to discover. Another hallmark of a good mystery. So, I highly recommend this book and look forward to reading many more from this series!

This new title in the A Lighthouse Library Mystery series features librarian Lucy playing detective on the case of a murder of a former library director and a famous necklace that disappeared 20 years earlier. A delightful series with interesting characters.

4 Stars




The lighthouse library is all on board helping Bertie, the library director, host a reunion of college colleagues and friends that haven’t seen each other in 20 years. Lucy and crew of the Lighthouse Library thought it would be fun to assemble some long forgotten artifacts of librarians of the past. The opening night festivities go off without a hitch until the evening winds down and the ladies decide to go for a walk. Lucy stumbles upon the dead body of the former unpopular librarian of the lighthouse library. Lucy finds herself knee deep in a murder mystery that may just be the most confusing thing she’s ever dealt with. Now it’s up to Lucy to find a murder before they get off scott free.

A Death Long Overdue is my first adventure with the crew of the Lighthouse Library and will not be my last. Author Eva Gates made it very easy for me to fall into book seven of this well established series. The characters are well developed and each has traits that bring that something to the story. Lucy and Bertie both had me wanting to get to know them more. Connor is wonderful. That man is too sweet and oh so cute in all the right ways. Charles the cat is the smartest of them all. The humans just haven’t figured that out yet. The setting of the Outer Banks is peaceful even with murder a foot. I love the concept of the Lighthouse Library. A bit of history with some sting out of the box. Ms. Gates has a layered plot and a story within a story with A Death Long Overdue. The story was nicely paced with twists you don’t see coming.

A Death Long Overdue is a highly enjoyable read. A story of mystery, friendship and a touch of romance. Just how I like my reads.

I love this series by Eva Gates. I can almost see the lighthouse from her description.
In this book a visitor comes by for a party, and is murdered on the beach. It's up to the library staff to figure out who murdered her, along with solving a few other minor mysteries.

Bertie, the current library director of the lighthouse library, is having a 40th anniversary college reunion and every member of the lighthouse library staff is pitching in to make sure this is a memorable experience. The reunion will be memorable, just not in the way anyone anticipates, as Lucy once again stumbles upon a dead body. The body belongs to a former unpopular library director for the lighthouse library. Of course Lucy jumps at the chance to lend her investigative expertise and lead her own investigation into the murder. Of course Louise Jane is just as determined to lend a helping hand as well, much to Lucy's disdain. The investigation soon becomes a tangled web as Lucy learns there is a connection between the current case and the theft of a famous diamond from 25 years ago. As the investigation proceeds, Lucy successfully gains the ire of many different members of the community as she asks questions and attempts to get to the bottom of things. However it's not long before she gains the attention of the killer as well.
A Death Long Overdue is an entertaining read from the action packed start to the satisfying ending. The mystery itself is complex and multi-layered, with plenty of swifts turns and well placed clues to allow readers to join in the sleuthing fun. However the true highlight of the book comes from the highly entertaining personal lives of the characters that is carefully interwoven into the mystery. The seventh in the Lighthouse Library series is sure to delight fans both old and new. While this story can be enjoyed as a standalone, readers will miss out on some delightful character backstories developed in previous books in the series.

4.5 stars

This is the seventh book in the Lighthouse Library Mystery series by Eva Gates.

I have to admit that when I dove into this series with book 5, I had a hard time connecting with it. Now with three books under my belt (so to speak), it is all coming together nicely. I think I just needed to get to know the residents a bit more before I could start enjoying the journey. So I would suggest you start reading this one at the beginning so you can love it from the start. I totally need to do that myself.

During the 40th reunion of the library, an old librarian from the past, who was not well liked, shows up and then ends up dead. Lucy uses her connections with the library to help the police solve the murder. Lots of great clues here. I loved the part where the victim had an identical twin who didn’t like her at all just like everyone else. And also loved the whole motivation as to why Helena, the victim, was mean to begin with. It all was wrapped up so nicely. And you don’t really see that in a lot of books these days.

Great mystery that captivated me. Loved the setting at the lighthouse. Love the crazy community, even the ones who drove us crazy during the reading of the book. Loved how Collin kept trying to talk to Lucy throughout the book and ask her an important question but kept getting interrupted. I felt bad for the guy. But it all turned out well in the end.

Definitely a series to dig into and follow! A must read.

If you like cozy mysteries, definitely check this one out. You won’t be disappointed.

I received this as an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) in return for an honest review. I thank NetGalley, the publisher and the author for allowing me to read this title.

I can’t get enough of this series. I love everything about it. This is everything a cozy should be. The Bodie Island Lighthouse library is the setting for Berties reunion party, and of course, a murder. I like that the tables have turned and Lucy is trying to stay out of the investigation, but Sam Watson pulls her in. Makes the amateur sleuthing seem more believable. Well written mystery with just a touch of romance, and I want to live in this series. One hundred percent recommend.

An excellent addition to this cozy library mystery series. The focus on the reunion of a group of college friends who became librarians added to the pleasure of the story. Truly an enjoyable afternoon read with familiar characters and an interesting setting..

I found this series by reading a cozy case file sampler. Nice continuation of the cozy series. Good, quick read. Enjoyable series and book. I plan to continue reading.

Thanks to NetGalley for allowing me to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

This book is amazing! I want to thank NetGalley for letting me read this book early.

Eva Gates has such a great way of writing the story that draws you in and you don't want to put it down. Lucy is a great character that seems like someone you could instantly be friends with. This series makes me want to visit the lighthouse and town this is based on in NC. I also like that Lucy gets along (now) with the local police and they accept her help. In some cozies the leading character doesn't have such a great relationship with the local police as they think the person is butting in where they don't belong. Lucy has a lot to offer Sam Watson and his deputies.

Eva has yet another winner on her hands this time. We get to meet a lot of new characters and learn more history about some as well as the town from years past. Also, the ending is something I didn't see coming but absolutely loved. I won't say anything in case someone reads this and is spoiled by it. I really hope there are more in this series because I cannot wait to see what happens next with Lucy.

A Death Long Overdue by Eva Gates is the 7th book in the Lighthouse Library Mystery series, and another great addition. Lucy Richardson is a librarian on the outer banks of North Caroline. The library is in a lighthouse, and Lucy lives above the library. I found this book to be awesome, the clever mystery and the romance with Lucy and Conner. I can't wait for the next book in the series, Ms. Gates never lets me down. I have never been to North Caroline, but the descriptions of the area and light house makes me want to travel there. I strongly recommend this book/series for any cozy mystery lovers. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Lighthouse Library Director Bertie James's college class is having their 40th anniversary reunion. The opening night reception is held at the Lighthouse Library and Lucy and her colleagues have assembled an exhibit of library artifacts showing how libraries have changed over the years. After the reception, some of the women take a walk down the boardwalk to the pier, and find the former director of the Lighthouse Library floating lifeless in the water. Helena Sanchez, the former director, wasn't much loved and spent the party being rude to almost everyone there. Since this happened at a library function, Lucy feels obligated to try and figure out what happened.

This is a favorite series, and I have read them all. I love all the characters--Lucy, Conner, Bertie, Ronald, Charlene and even the quirky Louise Jane. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the chance to read this newest installment.

A reunion of librarians at the lighthouse library. What could possibly go wrong? A woman is murdered while a small group walks along a path outside of the library. Lucy is right in the thick of the action along with her library pals. Her and Connor's relationship advances to the next stage and something very valuable Is found that is enriching. I found Louise Jane to be quite entertaining in this latest segment of the series. To inserting herself into conversations amd standing on top of her van with binoculars, she sort of stole the narrative away from Lucy.

The Lighthouse Library welcomes members of Bertie’s college class for their 40th reunion with a special exhibit honoring the history of libraries in North Carolina. Unfortunately, Helena Sanchez, the library’s director before Bertie, is found dead at evening’s end, a victim of murder.

The story reaches into the past, involving the theft of a priceless diamond necklace and the disappearance of the suspected thief, then boyfriend of the newly murdered librarian.

Eva Gates wraps the colorful community of Bodie Island around an intriguing murder mystery tangled up with a disappearing thief and stolen diamond necklace. Delightful primary characters continue to evolve as red herrings and twists keep the narrative apace. Naturally, Lucy, Bertie’s assistant, is the determined sleuth tracking leads, although she remains clueless when Connor tries unsuccessfully to get her undivided attention. A delightful read.