I was very happy when Storm Publishing set me an advanced copy of this book. I so enjoyed the first one that I couldn’t wait to read this one and I couldn’t put it down. I do enjoy a mystery and a little cozy mystery of a librarian and her fellow widows help the police solve mysteries. Even though, InspectorsWallace does not want them interfering in his inquiries.. The ladies always find a way getting involved.
Ginny Coles decided after their last murdered adventure that she would put all her time and energy into the library. Since the last book she had become the head librarian and decided it was time for her to put all her energy into that title. Well, that didn’t last long because as you see upon visiting the local haberdashery Ginny you guessed it stumbles upon a dead body of the owner Mr. Harlow, who also is the local celebrity of Little Shaw and who was the head judge of Little Shaws yearly fete. Who would want to kill a local shop keeper whom everyone loved. Or was he as the Widows were soon to find out. As they investigate they find out about the baking rivalry that is thirty years old, a love triangle and other strange happenings in their little village. Plus Ginny must figure out why her cat Edger keeps bringing her items that belong to other people.
I truly enjoy these characters. They are fun loving and have a truly wonderful friendship. Although they tend to get into hot water with the police they remind me of the Golden Girls meet Jessica Fletcher. Very enjoyable and my new favorite murder investigators. Hope to read about the widows next adventure. Thank you Storm and NetGalley for the ARC.

Enjoyed the first one so much that I dived straight into this one. Although it's the second in the series, it works as a standalone as Amanda catches you up quickly and effectively.

Again, wonderful characterisation, good misdirection, a strong plot and good dialogue. Very enjoyable read.

I thoroughly enjoyed this second book about Ginny and her friends. Once again, there is a murder to solve and despite their best intentions not to get involved, things just keep happening. With a wide range of suspects, there are plenty of leads to follow. The backstory about the competition between bakers at the local fete was fun. It was great that Connor is now working at the library, as he is a character that adds to the story. Above all, the friendship and gentle humour make this a delightful series to read. Thanks to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for a chance to read this book, and I hope there are more to come.

Ginny and her three friends are back investigating a murder. This time local celebrity and owner of a haberdashery has been killed. When Wallace arrests a local man of the crime, the four women believe he was set up. With the local fete coming, they’re trying hard to solve this one. Ginny and her friends are fun to watch and I love that they have taken Connor under their wing. Once again, I was surprised of the culprit. I look forward to the next one.