This book was such a cosy read and quick to drink down. It felt familiar in a good way, as mysteries so often do, but the story was completely new. As a reader who enjoys fantasy and magical realism and wants to get more into mysteries, this book was the perfect bridge. Although there were some mystical elements that I wish were pulled back on a little. Some of the scenes with electricity felt a bit out of place, but I understand why they were included for the plot. For seasonal readers, would be an excellent autumn read with all the refrences the spices, smells, and Oktoberfest. But I read it in Spring and it felt just as appropriate with its ocean themes. This was my first read of this series and the book did a good job of quickly introducing the characters and context for a new-to-the-series reader, but not excessive that it would be disruptive to a continuing reader.