OMG this book is a roller coaster.

But it's also the first one that I guessed the killer as soon as they came on screen so I'm patting myself on the back for that one. LOL Not to say that the ride of Hadley figuring it out wasn't pure insanity.

The pressure is on for Hadley and the gang as they try and get of their own off the hook for murder.
Seeing everyone stressed beyond reason about the case, and family drama changed the dynamic of the investigation. (In a good way—lots of solo Hadley investigating!) It gave us more insight into everyone's personality and flipped the script on how their murders are usually investigated. I liked seeing everyone rise to the occasion and step out of their normal role.

The ending of this book totally had me tearing up! So sad that there are only two more books, but I'm thinking they are going to be filled to the brim with bells. Hopefully for more than one lucky couple.

I adore how the entire town of Stoneybrook uses their nosey nancy intrigue to help solve these cases. Even if they don't know they are helping by spreading the gossip mill, it's neat to see the small town work it's magic.

You're going to love this series if you love your cozies to have series long arcs, lots of happily ever after moments, and a small town that is like one big family with the good and the bad that comes with it. ( )