The cooking part of the book will have readers scrambling to their kitchens and pouring over the cookbooks they own, and maybe even going out to buy a few more. The killer isn’t difficult to find, but readers may find themselves second-guessing their conclusions. There is a twist ending that many readers may not see coming, but there are plenty of clues to lead them down the right path.

Motives for the murder(s) range from jealousy, culinary competition, to a natural inclination for revenge. The recurring characters are worth the read every time, and Jane’s twins keep things from getting too dark. The resort is breathtaking and would be an amazing place to stay. The issues brought up throughout the book for the cooking show add interesting bits to the plot and help readers understand why bad things keep happening. The characters are charming, the premise modern, and the killer not unexpected but still interesting. I love cookbooks or any book for that matter however, this series keeps readers exploring the world of books and, this time, cookbooks. Storyton Hall is an amazing resort, and readers will want to spend hours, even days picturing it.

Murder in the Cookbook Nook is definitely a hit that left me smiling. Other times it has left me scratching my head in confusion. Sometimes the books are absolutely wonderful, entertaining, filled with characters and scenes that make me want to visit. This series has always been a hit or miss for me. Six chefs are preparing to compete in an outdoor tent at Storyton Hall in Virginia for prizes that will boost their careers, but is there someone who can’t stand the heat? It looks that way when one of the contestants is found dead in a pantry packed with two centuries worth of cookbooks, among other treasures and rarities.Ĭould there be a connection to other recent events in town, like tampering with the costume of a local mascot? Jane isn’t sure, but after someone serves a second course of murder, the kitchen must be closed, and the killer must be found.

Murder in the cookbook nook