Holly (and friends) have yet another murder to solve. This has unfortunately become a holiday trend in Mistletoe. I saw ‘and friends’ because in this one Holly is relying heavily on them as she and husband Sheriff Evan Gray celebrate the news of the new edition to their family. We get to know new friends and as always we have Cookie and Theodore for some levity. The backdrop for this murder is a tea shop and the antique road show that Mistletoe is hosting for the holidays. This enables sleuthing, holiday fun and gift shopping all in one.  

This series has from the beginning has some strong interpersonal connections which continue to the grow adding new characters with still room for more. With Holly’s pregnancy and health concern, she is sitting still a bit more than usual and not liking it. Her friends are there to help. I like how when the concern became a bit smothering Holly nicely addressed and her friends took it in stride. 

The mystery was interesting especially given the series’ goat connection. We got a bit of history without it feeling like a lecture, met some new characters (is there a new romance on the horizon?) and had a bit of fun with the Gumdrop Gumshoe. I am looking for to the next adventure in Mistletoe.

Thank you to #NetGalley and #CrookedLaneBooks for the opportunity to do an early read and share my thoughts on the story. 

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This cozy mystery nails the holiday vibe with a snowy small-town setting and twinkling Christmas charm. The main character’s wit and grit kept me hooked as they unraveled a gripping crime. The plot twists were surprising, making it hard to put down! It’s the perfect blend of festive warmth and suspense for a winter read. Highly recommend!

ARC from NetGalley. I continue to love this series and will shout from the rooftops that it needs to be made into a tv show.

If you're a fan of cozy mysteries, and enjoy a deeply themed Christmas story, you'll enjoy A Wonderful Christmas Crime. Jacqueline Frost takes her readers into Maine's version of the North Pole, a cute, friendly town called, of course, Mistletoe. Frost's writing is full of holiday imagery, and the reader can almost taste the delicious holiday treats while imaginatively following the Mistletonians around their little town.

This is the 6th book in the Christmas Tree Farm Mystery series, yet it's the first that I've read. That put me at a bit of a disadvantage, as I hadn't met the key players. It is quite possible, though to read the book as a standalone, but the reading experience would flow more easily for someone familiar with the series.

As much as I enjoyed the story, and especially the holiday festivities (especially the food!), I wasn't a big fan of the murder mystery itself. The "whodunit reveal" was complicated and not especially believable, but that's not uncommon with cozy mysteries. Nonetheless, I did deduct a star for that reason. The interpersonal relationships and backstories of friends and family made the book a pleasant read.

If you're looking for a fun, easy, and enjoyable holiday read that will immerse you in the Christmas spirit, A Wonderful Christmas Crime may nicely fit the bill.

Thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to review this book; all comments are my own. #netgalleyarc #AWonderfulChristmasCrime #NetGalley.

I have adored the Christmas Tree Farm Mystery series from the beginning and A Wonderful Christmas Crime fits right in with the earlier books in the series. Jacqueline Frost creates characters that I love and events that touch me. This must-read mystery for all who love cozy mysteries or Christmas books is the 6th of 6 awesome cozy mystery that epitomize the genre.
Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for allowing me to read and ARC of A Wonderful Christmas Crime and share my love for it with my friends and followers.

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I've enjoyed each book in this series and was a bit surprised that there was a new one being added. I don't know why but I thought the series had been cancelled. i love a good Christmas themed cozy and this one gives the ready everything they expect if they are fans of the series. The town has a magical feel and while Holly is always running headfirst into an investigation, this time she does have to take it slow. I enjoyed catching up with the characters and if you are a fan of the series you will too.

I really enjoy this cozy mystery Christmas series! I have read every book in the series, but I do think this could be read as a stand alone. It was wonderful to revisit these characters.

The sweetness level of this cozy series is so high that you can feel your blood sugar rising. Holly White is once again caught up in a Christmas murder in the sixth book of this series. All her family and friends get involved even though Holly is trying to avoid getting too caught up in the investigation. . The plot is well thought out and the writing is good. But, if you like a little bit of darkness or turmoil with your cozy, this is not the book for you. NetGalley was kind enough to provide me with an ARC, but the opinion is my own.

Holly seems so immature in these books. I don’t like how everyone infantilizes her. Once again, she discovers a dead body and gets pulled into a murder mystery.

I have been anxiously awaiting the opportunity to read this newest installment of the series and it was most definitely worth the wait! Holly was a little more reserved in her investigation of this mystery, understandably so, but it was still exciting and fun to read. A little more focus on Reindeer Games is always appreciated but this book had a lot going on with a special event so that made up for it. A few fun twists at the end will have you so ready for the next book! Awesome mystery and please keep them coming!

Thank you NetGalley for this arc!!

I’ve read another book from this author that I absolutely loved, so when I seen this one I jumped at the chance!

This was such a fun, wholesome book.

5/5

I was absolutely delighted to see there was a new book in this series! A Christmas Tree Farm Mystery series has been one of my favorites for awhile now, and this one did not disappoint. I love that each book in the series shows what Holly and Evan are up to in their lives, its fun checking in on them and what they're up to. And, its good to see Holly is still dedicated to solving mysteries, no matter how much Evan protests. I really enjoyed the mystery in this one and honestly had no idea who did it until the end! I couldn't put this down once I started it.

#AWonderfulChristmasCrime #NetGalley is the perfect holiday cozy mystery addition to this witty series.
Holly White is a well loved character, there's just something about her that I connect to, and catching up with her and her family at Reindeer Games always sounds like fun.
In this story, Holly is still recovering from her previous injury when she learns she and Evan are going to be parents!
Elevated blood pressure puts a halt on some of Holly's holiday activities, but she's still determined to help solve another murder investigation in her cozy hometown.

I fell into the pages of #AWonderfulChristmasCrime #NetGalley, and I couldn't stop reading until the end. I tried to slow myself down, stopping to take a break for a while, but mere seconds later I had my kindle in hand, and I was right back with everyone.
Thank you so much to NetGalley and the publisher for selecting me to read an advanced copy of this book.
I'm happy to recommend it to all types of readers, it has a little something for everyone!
Solid 5 Stars

Kindle Copy for Review from NetGalley, St and Crooked Lane Books.

I received a free, advance copy of this book and this is my unbiased and voluntary review.

Christmas is a magical time of the year. It is even more special since Holly s expecting a bundle of joy but her blood pressure is high. When an antique ornament in the diner is stolen things get messy. They manage to escape but is later found murder. It’s a crime within a crime. Murder s not so simple as you will soon discover.

Jacqueline Frost has indeed made a remarkable impact on readers across generations with her knack for crafting engaging stories that blend mystery, romance, and humor. "A Wonderful Christmas Crime" exemplifies her ability to weave a narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats while warming their hearts with its holiday charm.