“A perfect escape from weather vagaries, especially with a cup of tea”

“Sure to please fans who enjoy clever heroines, complex plots, gentle humor, and danger”

“[A] competent, reliable heroine”

“An entertaining British cozy featuring a feisty, quick-thinking heroine”

“The urban equivalent of a British village cozy . . . A likable heroine, who can play the dithery old lady while cracking challenging cases, combines with suspenseful twists, quirky supporting characters, and a satisfying ending to make this a delight for fans of British mysteries”

“Heley expertly melds menace with humor. Fans of darker cozies won’t be disappointed”

“A wealth of plot twists . . . an enticing read”

“A good choice for fans of the British cozy, especially those with an Agatha Christie feel, combining gentle humor, an intrepid heroine, and an unusual plot with quirky twists”

“Those fond of darker English cozies will find much to savor”

“Bizarre twists and sparkly characters . . . an endearing, entertaining read”