I don’t usually read books in which fairies appear and talk to people. However, Ms Gerber does such a good job introducing us to a woman who owns a gardening shop where she promotes fairies that I can’t help but like the two books in this series, and I hope there are more to come. Courtney has a fairy of her own, Fiona, who encourages her while trying to improve her own circumstances. There’s a hint of a love story going on, which makes the book a little more fun, along with the relationships already maturing. All the characters are well portrayed and the areas of action are well described, and you feel like you’re part of the story line. The book also has lots of twists so you don’t know the identity of the murderer until the end of the book. I received an arc of this book from NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.

This book was such a joy to read. It is so well-crafted allowing me to lose myself in the story. The descriptions of the fairy gardens and fairies bring out the little girl in me. I want to build my own fairy garden and have my own fairy companion. The mystery is full of red herring to keep the reader guessing whodunit. I was surprised by who the murder was. A bonus for the reader who enjoys making food that was mentioned//inspired in/by their beloved books, several recipes for beverages and food (both regular and gluten-free versions.) I a looking forward to the next one in the series.

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A charming fairy garden supply shop owned by Courtney Kelly makes reading this cozy mystery a delightful treat. Can you imagine having a fairy friend and companion? Courtney has fairy Fiona, but only those who believe can see and talk to her. In this story, Fiona calls upon her fairy network to help swiftly solve the murder.

Author Gerber’s imaginative descriptions make this story a joy to read, and it seemed so relaxing to me reading about the many lovely items stocked in Courtney’s shop—I especially love the beautiful teacups and saucers. The author also generously adds several delicious sounding recipes for readers to try. I’m happy to see just a hint of romance between cafe owner, Brady, and Courtney. The supporting characters are likeable unless they’re portrayed the opposite! There are a bunch of guilty-looking people for many different reasons making it fun to try solving the whodunnit before the final reveal. This is a wonderful cozy mystery story!

I honestly reviewed a digital arc provided by NetGalley and Kensington Publishing. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you.

I enjoyed this book. The beginning is a bit confusing with all the people being introduced but they sorted themselves out throughout the story. The mystery is interesting and the characters likeable. I was surprised by who the killer was. I think the fairies are cute. #AGlimmerofaClue #NetGalley

I absolutely loved this whimsical story. Courtney, the main character, is a kind and intelligent amateur sleuth/store owner who has a fairy to help her solve mysteries. The setting is very well described, I would love to visit there and wander through the courtyards and stores looking for a glimmer of a fairy. The plot is filled with unique characters, and red herrings that will make figuring out whodunit a real challenge. The ending surprised me. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a great light-hearted mystery. I received an advanced reader's copy from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

Courtney is a fairy garden designer. She also has an adoreable cat named pixie.She is also a referee when her friend wanda gets into a catfight with lana. This book was undenialably cute and fun to read. The world building made me feel like I belonged there. The characters feel like old friends. The story itself drew me in and intrigued me. I was not putting the book down until I finished it. I loved it. It took me the weekend to read it and it was so so worth it. I definitely recommend this book.

Courtney Kelly, her ragdoll kitty, and her fairy Fiona are once again embroiled in a murder investigation.
Courtney's best friend Meaghan's mom, Wanda, has been accused of murder. The victim? Lana, current pickleball champ is despised by just about the whole town.
Aside from the murder and ensuing investigation, the second book of this series expands on the characters and their lives. The way they interact as neighbors and business owners.
That is one thing that I enjoyed the most about A Glimmer of a Clue. The author let's us get to know her main characters a bit more so they become friends of the reader.
Also a part of this installment is the budding romance between Courtney and Brady and a surprise romance involving another couple.
Fiona's second set of adult wings bud and she is well on her way to becoming a helper fairy. Also introduced is the fairy Zephyr and Merriweather takes on a bigger role.
Just a delightful read!
5 stars for sure!

When art critic and champion pickleball player Lana Lamar is killed at a fundraiser, and Courtney Kelly, owner of Open Your Imagination, realizes that the murder weapon is part of a fairy garden that she donated (and that the chief suspect is her bestie's mother!!!), she knows she needs to investigate so that she can help clear Wanda Brownie of the crime! Set in picturesque Carmel-by-the Sea, and sprinkled with lots of suspects and clues, this enjoyable story will keep the reader guessing as to the killer's identity right up until the end! For those who believe in fairies (and even for those who don't), Daryl Wood Gerber's delightful second entry in her Fairy Garden Mysteries is a fun and whimsical cozy mystery! A+++

This was a great second book in this cozy mystery series. I love the flair of magic that is added to these books. Fiona the fairy makes a great side kick for our protagonist Courtney. They have a fun relationship and I enjoy their witty banter and how they're becoming closer. The mystery itself was an enjoyable plot, but I think that these books are really set apart by their fun premise of having a real fairy and a human join forces to solve murders (although, that's not their literal goal but what ends up happening due to circumstances). Again, the setting is great, and I'd love to visit a fairy garden shop like Courtney's someday. It's easy to imagine their quaint little town, and it's the perfect setting for a cozy mystery.

A magical read sprinkled with mystery. This latest installment takes up right back to fairy gardens, enchantment, and a thrilling mystery that keeps you guessing. A perfect story to curl up with.

Another wonderful book in the series. I love the fairies and their mythical world. However, a crime solving fairy? Completely novel! This book was fantastic. The writing was solid. The plot was interesting and the characters were great. I loved everything about this book. I cannot recommend it enough. Such a fun idea to this book!

Glimmer of a Clue is the second title in Daryl Wood Gerber's Fairy Garden Mystery series.
When strong minded, arrogant, opinionated Lana Lamar is found murdered during the Carmel Spectacular with Wanda Brownie clutching the murder weapon, it is obvious to Courtney Kelly that she and her righteous fairy, Fiona, have to clear Wanda and find the real murderer. In between fairy garden construction classes. Courtney, her friends and fairies investigate the many suspects, clues and red herrings while trying not to incur the wrath of Dective Summers who is in charge of the case. Well crafted story in a series that is improving with age. Kudos for the reference to the "San Francisco bookbinder", Death Overdue for the library book discussion and recipes written as "regular" and gluten free. All that is needed are sketches of some of the fairy gardens Courtney makes . A winner! Received this ebook from NetGalley and Kensington Publishing in exchange for an honest review.

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I wish that I had read the first book in this series but it was amazing and magical the characters were fun and the mystery unique.

fairies, small-business, small-town, family-dynamics, friendship, murder, murder-investigation, amateur-sleuth, situational-humor, verbal-humor*****

If you like the idea of friendly fairies helping to solve a cozy mystery, you'll love this! No problem figuring out who the victim will be. The murderer not so much! The characters are fun, the investigation twisty, and the red herrings surprising. I enjoyed the afternoon I spent reading it.
I requested and received a free temporary ebook copy from Kensington Books via NetGalley.

I have to say I Loved This Book. I haven't read the first one but that did not hinder the story at all for me. I have ordered the first one and will be reading any and all in this series.

Courtney is the owner of a fairy garden/tea shop in Caramel, California. She teaches classes on how to make a fairy garden. Would love to have my own fairy garden. When her friend is a accused of murder she decides once again to be an amateur sleuth with the help of her fairy Fiona to solve the mystery.
This was an entertaining, whimsical read with enough twists and turns that had me turning the pages not wanting to put the book down.
The descriptions of Caramel-by-the-Sea and the shops had me picturing the places as I read. I love Fiona and her fairy friends.

Thank you NetGalley and Kensington Books for the opportunity to read this book.

I received this ARC via Netgalley and Kensington Books, in return for an honest review. While the second book in this series, it is easily read as a standalone. Courtney Kelly owns a tea shop and fairy garden store, where she helps people create their own fairy gardens of all shapes and sizes. Courtney also has her own resident fairy, Fiona, who has been partially banished and has to earn her way back into the fairy court’s good graces. Only those who believe can see Fiona although she can, occasionally, impact those who don’t believe in her. When Courtney donates two large fairy gardens to a local charity gala, she’s horrified to find one of them figuring in the death of a local woman who didn’t lack for enemies. With few people having anything good to say about the murdered woman and an obvious suspect, Courtney knows that she and Fiona need to help before the wrong person is convicted of a crime they didn’t commit.
This is a lovely story set in a magical place, in Carmel, California. Courtney and her fellow shop keepers are supportive and engaging with each other and their customers. Each one has a different focus area and that allows lots of storylines to develop as the series progresses. Fun place to visit when you can’t travel in real life!

Set in Carmel, California the second book in a series where fairies are the norm. At least in Courtney’s world they are

I really like the details on the different fairies, it made me want to go to Carmel and look for them. The description
of Carmel and all the people really bring it to life. It keeps you guessing as to who the murderer is until the end.

This was so much fun to read to! A good sequel to the first book, but can be read as a stand alone too. Courtney Kelly, is the owner of a fairy-gardening and tea shop in Carmel, California. It's a special place brimming with good vibes, lush greenery, miniature fairy accessories, and soothing fountains; the perfect venue for book club teas and home to a cat named Pixie. But in Carmel-by-the-Sea, things aren't all sweetness and fairy lights. Things take a turn when Lana Lamar is found on the floor and stabbed with a decorative letter opener from Courtney’s fairy garden. There are some twists and suspense. Thank you to NetGalley, Kensington Publishing, and the author for a gifted copy. This is my honest review.