The characters are charming and funny. The mystery and story involved and intriguing. I'm looking forward to reading more about Goldy and her friends and family. Most of the recipes sound yummy, but also too involved for me to make. ( )

Been awhile since I checked in with Goldy. She's still married to the very decent Tom and still meddleing in his business. This time she's determined to find out who beat her beloved godfather so badly it induces a heart attack and killed him. It all centers around the Golden Gulch Spa. Add to all of this the bridezilla from hell, and you get the gist of what Goldy's up against ( )

Billie Attenborough has finally set a definite date for her wedding to Dr. Craig Miller. Bridezilla Billie, as Goldy dubbed her, had changed dates, menus, wardrobe and anything else she could think of, millions of times. All seemed set for the event to happen at Goldy's own event center, but then came the changes: 50 more guests bumping the total to 200, and another change of venue to the Gold Gulch Spa. This with barely 48 hours notice! The real fly in the ointment was Victor Lane, owner of the spa. The same man who told Goldy "women can't cook" when she first started out.

On the good side, Goldy's godfather, Jack Carmichael, had retired from his law practice and moved to Aspen Meadows to a house just across the street from Goldy. Jack had also made friends with Doc Finn, a retired and revered local doctor, and was enjoying life.

The day of the wedding, Doc Finn was found dead in his car in a ravine. Jack felt that it was because of the research Doc was doing about Gold Gulch Spa. This thought seemed to be true when Jack was attacked. Goldy was once more on the hunt for the murderer. The question was would she survive and not become another victim.

This is a fun cozy series to read. A bit of an escape for me. I also enjoy the recipes at the end of the book. ( )

I have read many of this series, and although they are getting a bit predictable, I still enjoy reading them. I like the characters and the way Goldy's relationships have progressed throughout the series. ( )

While a lot of reviewers are finding this series growing old and dull, I am still enjoying it. I can get lost in the plot and Goldy's blunders as she tries to help solve murders. The recipes keep me coming back for more. ( )