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Murder in the Reading Room

[dollycas]

Paper Cuts: An Enchanting Cozy Mystery (A Secret, Book, and Scone Society Novel) by Ellery Adams #Review / #Giveaway @KensingtonBooks @ElleryAdams

Welcome to Cozy Wednesday! It is my pleasure to share my thoughts today about Paper Cuts by Ellery Adams!

Paper Cuts: An Enchanting Cozy Mystery (A Secret, Book, and Scone Society Novel) Cozy Mystery 6th in Series Setting - North Carolina Kensington Cozies (April 25, 2023) Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 304 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1496726472 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1496726476 Kindle ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0B84G9QWT

The New York Times bestselling author returns with a mystery with a touch of magical realism and a strong, female bookstore owner and bibliotherapist at its heart. Miracle Springs, North Carolina, is famed for its healing springs. But bookstore owner Nora Pennington has a tendency to land in a different kind of hot water. Though she loves to practice bibliotherapy by finding the perfect books for her customers while listening to their secrets, she also likes to bury her nose in the occasional local crime… Nora escaped her past a decade ago. So it feels like a visit from another world when Kelly Walsh—the woman her ex-husband left her for—walks through the door of Miracle Books along with her son, a sweet, serious boy with a talent for origami. Kelly hasn’t come to gloat, though. As it turns out, she’s been dumped too. She’s also terribly ill, and all she wants from Nora is forgiveness. Shockingly, however, this woman who’s been the victim of so much misfortune is about to become a murder victim. Who would do such a thing? Certainly not Nora, but that doesn’t stop the gossip and suspicion—especially after Kelly’s brother claims that he saw the two women arguing. In seeking justice for Kelly, The Secret, Book, and Scone Society joins forces with the sheriff’s department, but they’ve barely begun their probe when life throws another wrench. After serving a twenty-year sentence, Estella’s father returns to Miracle Springs. And when his past comes back to haunt him, it might be more than the four friends can handle. Dollycas's Thoughts Secret, Book, and Scone Society Members Nora, the owner of Miracle Books, tries to heal people's woes with a unique set of books she personally selects for them. Hester runs the Gingerbread House bakery. Customers tell her a little bit about their lives and what brought them to Miracle Springs. Then she bakes them up a “comfort scone”. June works at the hot springs spa where people come to rejuvenate themselves. Estella is a beautician who tries to help her clients find their true selves. Sheldon is an honorary member, he works for Nora and suffers from fibromyalgia. He is just the sweetest person. Nora Pennington came to Miracle Springs, North Carolina to escape her past. Now a decade later her past catches up with her. The woman her ex-husband left her for, Kelly Walsh has entered her store with her autistic son Tucker who happens to love origami. She tells Nora that Lawrence has dumped her too. She is very ill and wants Nora to forgive her for the drama she brought to her life. Before Nora can even get a grasp on her feelings Kelly is murdered and when Kelly's brother claims he witnessed the two women arguing and that Nora gave Kelly a push Nora finds herself on the short list of suspects. To clear her name and get justice for Kelly The Secret, Book, and Scone Society starts their own investigation. This is even more important when Nora's significant other, Sheriff Grant McCabe is forced off the case. There is another happening in Miracle Springs, Estella’s father has been released from prison after 20 years. Like Nora, his past rears its ugly head, and if he isn't careful he could be back behind bars. If you have read any of Ellery Adams' books you know she creates vivid and diverse characters and that friendship between the key players is always strong. The friendships of the characters in the Secret, Book, and Scone Society Mystery series are no exception. They work and play well together in everything they do and when one is in trouble they rally together to protect their own. Each book in the series also has relevant social issues. This time that includes an autistic child learning to make his way in the world who now also has to deal with losing his mother. Adams also shines a light on a man trying to reacclimate to life out in the world after being imprisoned for two decades. Both characters are involved throughout the whole story so these themes are delved into and handled in the most excellent way. Tucker is such a cool kid and Gus went to jail for protecting his daughter and she is so supportive of him as he becomes a new resident of Miracle Springs. I hope both continue to appear in the books going forward. With Nora's past a theme in this book readers are reminded of why she came to Miracle Springs and have an even better understanding as we meet her ex. Sadly for Nora, she relives the moment of the accident and the aftermath again. She still feels the pain not only from the visual scars but in her heart. While I always encourage everyone to read series books in order to really get to know the characters, if you haven't read previous books the details presented in this book will help you understand Nora. I am always in awe of the woman and her gift to help people through books. Ms. Adams must do tons of research to enable her protagonist to do this. The murder mystery was so well-plotted. It was hard because Grant and Nora had to keep their distance even when she became a target. Detective Hollowell made things even harder. No spoilers but she pushed my buttons and Nora's too. The mystery has a lot of moving parts and several twists. I enjoyed how all the subplots were twisted into the main plot. It was easy to escape right into the story. As a cancer survivor, my heart broke for Kelly. She knew she had very little time left and was trying to get everything in place for young Tucker. Trying to explain to him what was happening to her and that she would soon be gone but that he would be cared for is unfathomable and then the murderer took what little time they had away from them. That made this an emotional read for me. Paper Cuts, what a perfect title, is a wonderful cozy mystery filled with incredible characters. I love this series and can't wait until next April when I will get to visit Miracle Springs again.

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About the Author Ellery Adams has written over thirty mystery novels and can’t imagine spending a day away from the keyboard. Ms. Adams, a native New Yorker, has had a lifelong love affair with stories, food, rescue animals, and large bodies of water. When not working on her next novel, she bakes, gardens, spoils her three cats, and spends far too much time on Pinterest. She lives with her husband and two children (aka the Trolls) in Chapel Hill, NC. For more information, please visit www.elleryadamsmysteries.com. Be sure to sign up for her newsletter here.

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[ktienh]

🍹 "...a cocktail called the Lady Vanishes. It's one part spiced rum, one part butterscotch schnapps, one part chocolate liqueur, and two parts half and half. Shaken and pour over ice." 🤩🤤 📔 Murder in the Mystery Suite ✒️ Ellery Adams ☕️🫖🍷🍹🥂 Such a fun read! We were presented with all kinds of drinks so whether you're a tea lover or coffee lover, you'll appreciate the book. And all sorts of delicious food. And then, on top of the murder mystery, we are told that there is something extra magical at Storyton Hall. Seriously, I really wish this bookish resort is real!! I want to go there; it sounds heavenly. Jane Steward is a wonderful character; strong, independent, intelligent, and very capable. Her family are great comic relief and her bookclub friends provide a harmonious background of the community. So many literary tidbits thrown throughout the book that it's almost like a literary hunt. I'm keen to see what happens next at Storyton Hall. #bookretreatbingo #BookRetreatMysteries #MurderInTheMysterySuite #ElleryAdams #cosymystery #cozymystery #mystery #bookstagram #ausbookstagramer #Ausbookstagram #bookandflower #bookandteapot #bookandmug #bookreview #readingchallenge #readingbingo https://www.instagram.com/p/CixL1OkLOjF/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Another book just arrived!!!! @elleryadams #cozyauthor #elleryadams #bookstagram #asecretbookandsconesocietymystery #cozymysterybookclub #cozymysteryreader #cozytribe #cozymysteryengagement #cozymysteries #cozymysteryauthor #cozymystery #ilovecozymysteries #ilovebooks #ilovecozies #bookaddict #readersofinstagram #cozycrew #bookworm (at Durham, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/CehGqGdvdPZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[southernista]

I bought the first book in @elleryadamsofficial Secret Book & Scone Society mystery series in December as a Christmas present to myself so imagine how happy I was when the book was picked as @cozymysteryclub May read. I am a big fan of @elleryadamsofficial book retreat mystery series and her books by the bay series also so can't wait to dive into this series and definitely can't wait until May 31st to discuss 😀 #elleryadams #secretbookandsconesociety #cozyauthor #cozymysteryauthor #sleuther #bookstagram #cozymysteries #bookaddict #readersofinstagram #cozytribe #cozycrew #cozymysterycrew #bookworm #mysteries #ilovecozymysteries #ilovebooks #books #ilovecozies #cozymysterylover #cozies #booksaremyheart #cozymysterybookclub #cozyengagement (at Durham, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/CdqiCL1LNFn/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[southernista]

Just finished the latest book retreat mystery series by @elleryadamsofficial and I am going to assume that the next book will feature another of the author's sleuths (and her husband) from one of her other series 🤔😲?! I really hope so! #elleryadams #bookretreatmysteryseries #cozymysteryauthor #bookstagram #cozymysteries #cozymysteryreader #readersofinstagram #ilovecozymysteries #crossover #bookworm #cozymysteries #cozymysterylover #cozymysteryseries #books #mysteries #mysterybooks #bookaholic #readaholic #addictedtobooks #addictedtobooksforlife #cozytribe #cozycrew (at Durham, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/reginathesouthernista/p/CXuPU6QL0ng/?utm_medium=tumblr

[southernista]

Reading the latest book in the Book Retreat mystery series by @elleryadamsofficial. I love this series! I enjoyed every day of the #12daysofcozies and I am already looking forward to 2022😁 @cozymysteryclub @getcozypodcast @acozyengagement @thecozybookplace @acozydeath #elleryadams #bookretreatmysteryseries #cozymysteryauthor #bookstagram #cozymysteries #bookaddict #sleuther #readersofinstagram #ilovecozymysteries #ilovebooks #ilovecozies #cozymysterylover #cozymysteryseries #books #mysteries #mysterybooks #cozymysteries #cozymysteryreader #cozytribe #cozymysteryclub #cozyauthor (at Durham, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXbbg6QrB2a/?utm_medium=tumblr

[jennblogsbooks]

Good evening bookies ☀️ The sun was finally shining today, and I’m currently recovering from my son’s birthday party earlier this afternoon. I didn’t have much time to read today, but I definitely snuck in some of my audiobook while I was cleaning 🤪 . 📖 . THR BOOK OF CANDLELIGHT by Ellery Adams released a week ago. This is the 3rd book in the Secret, Book, and Scone Society series, and I have had this series on my tbr list for sooo long. With the newest book out in the world I don’t think I can keep pushing it off any longer❗️ . 📖 . Thank you to @kensingtonbooks and @tlcbooktours for sending me an early copy! . 📖 . As the owner of Miracle Books, Nora Pennington figures all the wet weather this spring is at least good for business. The local inns are packed with stranded travelers, and among them Nora finds both new customers and a new friend, the sixtysomething Sheldon, who starts helping out at the store. Since a little rain never hurt anyone, Nora rides her bike over to the flea market one sodden day and buys a bowl from Danny, a Cherokee potter. It’ll make a great present for Nora’s EMT boyfriend, but the next day, a little rain turns into a lot of rain, and the Miracle River overflows it banks. Amid the wreckage of a collapsed footbridge, Danny’s body lies within the churning water. Nora and the sheriff both doubt the ruling of accidental drowning, and Nora decides it’s time for the Secret, Book, and Scone Society to spring into action. When another body turns up, it becomes clearer that Danny’s death can’t be blamed on a natural disaster. A crucial clue may lie within the stone walls of the Inn of Mist and Roses: a diary, over a century old and spattered with candle wax, that leads Nora and her friends through a maze of intrigue—and onto the trail of a murderer . . . . 📖 . #jennblogsbooks #thebookofcandlelight #elleryadams #kensingtonbooks #tlcbooktours #secretbookandsconesociety #cozymystery #femalesleuth #tbrlist #bionicbookbabes #booksharks #bookshivers https://www.instagram.com/p/B8VJTwKli8h/?igshid=1rurn6phmvm23