These are all nice little cozy mysteries, set in a small town in Minnesota. Betsy Devonshire inherited a needlecraft shop when her sister was murdered and she keeps getting pulled into mysteries.
This time, Betsy's friend and assistant store manager Godwin has had a fight with his boyfriend and temporarily moved out. While Goddy is away, John is murdered and Goddy is immediately arrested as the prime suspect. Of course, we all know Goddy didn't do it, but who did?
It's becoming more and more far-fetched that the denizens of this sleepy little Minnesota town are all involved in nefarious dealings that produce motives for murder, but who cares when the stories are this good? Godwin is a great character and I love his inclusion in a set of mysteries that are aimed at an audience that hasn't been the most historically accepting of the gay community. In this episode, Godwin's character goes from 'sassy best friend' to actual human being and that's a welcome improvement.

After her friend Godwin has a nasty quarrel with his significant other, Betsy Devonshire finds herself with a roommate. But heartbreak turns to grief when they find John dead in his home, and Godwin is arrested for murder.

This was a pleasant addition to the series. Godwin is accused of murder and it's up to Betsy to prove his innocence. It was fast and easy to read. ( )

Another fun installment in the needlecraft series. In this episode a beloved character, Godwin is accused of murdering his partner. The character development is well-written, but the ending left me a little flat. The author ended the book and gave the story resolution, but I felt like it came out of left field. I'm not sure the plotline was completely developed. But, the story kept the fun I expect from this series and I definitely will continue. ( )

Lots of good twists in this one. ( )