Name: Murder on the Menu (A Nosey Parker Cozy Mystery, Book 1)
ISBN: 9780008436551

Fiona Leitch

‘A sparklingly delicious confection to satisfy the mystery reader's appetite’ Helena Dixon, bestselling author of the Miss Underhay Mysteries The first book in a NEW cosy mystery series!

Murder on the Menu (A Nosey Parker Cozy Mystery, Book 1)

Irin 

Murder on the Menu had the perfect amount of suspense and followed the classic “whodunnit” storyline. It was a delightfully written cozy mystery! 💜 3.75/5 ⭐

I loved knowing about Jodie A.K.A “Nosey” Parker. She was really funny, and her light-hearted attitude added a very calming touch to Murder on the Menu’s plotline. (As calming as mystery novels can be, lol) The twists and turns throughout the story were very captivating to read about! I tried guessing who the murderer was many times throughout the story, but boy, I was so wrong. The ending was unexpected, but bought a very satisfying conclusion to the first book in this new cozy mystery series! 💕

The secondary characters were well-written as well. The conversations between Jodie and DCI Withers were hilarious! I am really looking forward to seeing how their friendship develops in the next two books of the trilogy. Daisy and Jodie’s mom were great characters as well :’) I loved the bond that they shared with Jodie. My favorite part was definitely how realistic the entire novel was though. Issues regarding the police force, along with abuse & gaslighting were thoughtfully expressed through the story. Mystery novels tend to get a bit too far-stretched sometimes, but Murder on the Menu stayed true to the “whodunnit” plot. I'd have enjoyed this book a bit more if it was shorter though. Some chapters were a bit too descriptive for my liking, which is honestly my only complaint.

The enchanting setting of Cornwall was such a lovely bonus while reading the book as well! If you’re looking for a cozy, captivating read, definitely pick Murder on the Menu up! 😍

Disclaimer: I received an e-ARC of the book from the publisher in exchange of an honest review.

Murder on the Menu (A Nosey Parker Cozy Mystery, Book 1)

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