Allison Brook’s Dewey Decimated is a particularly weak cozy with a librarian setting.
As a librarian, I have a penchant for library-centered books. I also love cozy mysteries. Unfortunately, the writing in this book turned me off. From the very first page, I could tell something wasn’t right. We’re dropped into a conversation between Carrie, the protagonist—who has just finished solving another crime (this is the sixth in the Haunted Library mysteries)—and her aunt. Carrie is bemoaning the state of her relationship, upset that her boyfriend isn’t more forthcoming about his parents. I was interested—this might have the potential for a mystery or some drama—but Carrie’s aunt immediately tells Carrie relevant details about the parents. Then, in the next scene, Carrie talks to the boyfriend, who is immediately forthcoming about his parents.
Recommended for cozy die-hards looking for something to fill their next reading slot.

This book was sent to me for review by Netgalley. It is a cozy mystery with quirky characters…even a ghost…the setting is one of my favorite places…a library…add a murder…a protagonist who is curious…her friends and boyfriend…relatives…all go together to make a quick fun read…enjoy

this is a very good story carrie is trying not to look into a body found in the new addition to the library but when the ghost shows up, she has to help. dylan and carrie are staying so busy that they do not have much time together but they are trying it is a good story i was given a copy of the story by net galley, but this is an honest review

Bit by bit the story is revealed as pieces of the jigsaw fall into place. I liked the pace of this and the way the background was filled in as the story progressed. Well crafted story. Received as a complimentary copy from the author and netgalley in return for an honest review.
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I enjoyed this book. It’s got great characters and is an interesting story. I was surprised by who the killer is. #DeweyDecimated #NetGalley

This ARC was provided to me via Kindle, Crooked Lane Books and by #NetGalley. Opinions expressed are completely my own.

I enjoyed this cozy mystery as much as I enjoyed the other in the series. My only issue with it was — and some will find it silly— Angela, Carrie’s best friend, buying a dog from a pet store rather than rescuing or going to a shelter. When Dylan brings up getting dogs he also brings up going to a breeder. Carrie suggests a shelter, he emphasizes how much work/training a shelter dog will need. That’s simply not a fact. All dogs need training and to be worked with, they’re not an exception. It’s an ignorant portrayal. I expect more in 2022.

The storyline itself was enjoyable, the characters are still likable and entertaining. I like the fact another * spoiler * ghost made an appearance. Especially since the ghost had a connection to a main character.

I enjoy this series and look forward to more.