“The body count rises quickly as Balzo’s quirky cozy turns darker than a freshly brewed espresso”

“Vividly drawn characters and dialogue crackling with wit propel the fair-play plot”

“Balzo’s latest will keep readers on their toes . . . Solid cozy fare”

“Connecting murders past and present provides a welcome challenge for coffeehouse cozy fans”

“Lively, intelligent characters and Maggy’s refreshingly anxiety-free relationship with her fiancé, Brookhills County Sheriff Jake Pavlik, make this stand out from the cozy pack. This is a perfect entry point for newcomers'”

“Numerous plot twists, nicely delineated characters, dry humor, and details of running a coffeehouse define this cozy. Suggest to those who enjoy Laura Childs’ Tea Shop mysteries”

“Readers who like their heroines on the spunky side will enjoy Maggy’s company”