I thoroughly enjoyed this cosy mystery and look forward to reading more in the series. It has almost a ‘twilight’ feel to it - in particular the relationship between the main character and the senior detective. Will romance blossom in later books - I certainly hope so!

Someone what predictable in terms of the puzzle, but it is a ‘cosy’ mystery so to be expected, I always think. Definitely worth reading.

I’m grateful to the author, publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in return for this honest review.

Murder on the Books by T.C. LoTempio is a cozy mystery set in a small Pennsylvania town. The story follows an intrepid mystery writer/aspiring bookstore owner who seeks to solve a mysterious death. The plot has many good elements for a strong story: small town, mystery writer, bookstore, and beloved animal friend (Poe the cat). 

It’s a quick read with an easy-to-follow story; however, I think this book could benefit from some additional editing. I found the story to be a little tame and wanted some more tension throughout the book. Still, if you’re looking for a short, cozy mystery, you may enjoy Murder on the Books.

I've just finished reading "Murder on the books" by T. C. LoTempio. This book is set to be released on the first of juli this year.

This book is a general fiction / murder mystery. I had the pleasure to ARC read this book. When I saw the cover and the cat I was sold.

I have to say, this book is more for those who don't like gore, smut, or a real good crime. It's a bit meek, it's a story I would actually let my 10 year old daughter read since there are no gruesome details in the book. Suspenseful twists? No, not really. I did find the way the cat (Poe) was portrayed kind of annoying, it's a cat.. Not a dog. You don't take cats on rides and leave them in the car for hours without water, food and a litter box.

In this story we follow Charley, a writer with writers block who wants to take a break and is moving back to her hometown. After meeting her friend Zane and hearing about a business opening idea, she steps up. A bookstore with mainly mysteries and thrillers, yes please! They find a stray cat in the alleyway out back and decide to adopt him and call him Poe. Former business partner of Zane just up and left, leaving an opening.

Fast forward. After finding a body, that of none other than the missing businesspartner the mystery begins. Who was she? Why was she killed? Who killed her? Charley, who has written about 15 thrillers decides to look into things, hoping to uncover the one that did the deed.

Again, I would recommend to those who want to read a mystery for the first time, those who like cozy mysteries, or just teens that would like to read mystery. There is 0 smut, no romance, no kissing.. (which if fine by me!) there are no graphic details. Also, nothing really suspenseful, plottwist.. Not really, saw it coming.

It's a 2,5 star for me.

I have to admit I don't read many cozy mysteries, but the cover and title caught my eye (I mean, cats, books, and a murder mystery, what's not to love) I'm happy I did, I really enjoyed this book!

The story draws you in from the first page, with likeable (and some less likeable) characters, great pacing, and enough mystery and suspense to make you keep reading. In my opinion the book doesn't give a whole new twist to murder mysteries, but it is an enjoyable one. Very easy read, the type of book you'll gladly finish in one sitting.
The story wraps up nicely, with enough unfinished business to make me look forward to the next book in the series!

#MurderontheBooks #NetGalley is a fun first in a new series by one of my favorite authors.
Charley is a solid character, I love that she's an author, but is keeping that a secret. Charley needs a break, even though she loves writing, she feels burnt out.
When her friend Zane finds herself in a business dilemma, Charley quickly decides to help, and from there things get interesting.
Charley befriends a stray cat, who she names Poe, and I have to say that he brings the story to life.
This story is full of puzzles, mystery, and intrigue, I loved every minute of it.
This style of cozy mystery is one of my favorites and it was a pleasure reading #MurderontheBooks.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for selecting me to read an advanced copy of this book.

Very easy read, although not overly thrilling. Quite well written although some aspects of the storyline seemed a bit unbelievable - hard to take seriously for a lot of it. Overall not a terrible light read but probably wouldn’t read again.

I rarely read cozy mystery. This made me want to read it even more! The actual sleuthing was so fun and thrilling to read. I loved that she's a ghost writer! I truly did not guess who the suspect truly was the entire time. I loved the characters (except Barbie. If you know, you know.) Poe, of course, was adorable and makes me want to read more cozy mystery with kitty companions.

I rated it 4 starts, simply for two minor things. One was that it was hard to get used to the author using ' ' instead of " " for dialog. It wasn't a deal breaker but not my favorite. What also confused me, and maybe I am just dumb but the author may be British. The characters are from America but say some things and words that remind me more of a British way of speaking over American but again, it's not a deal breaker. I hope there is more to this series!

What a great mysterious and gripping plot. From the very beginning you get instant hooked to the sort and the characters. I don’t want to reveal the mystery and secrets but this is a must read book. Hats off to the writer T.C