Search - Custard's Last Stand (Pennsylvania Dutch Mystery with Recipes, Bk 11)

Tamar Myers is a very good writer. As with all of her books, the characters are interesting and the story is well told. The recipes are just an added bonus.

The main character is not your average heroine. With size 11 feet and a face that's been mistaken for Big Foot, she's endearing. There is the occasional turn of phrase that delights (I get enough exercise just jumping to conclusions). Magdalena tries to keep a good Christian heart while comparing her neighbors to unflattering things like an owl or a praying mantis. She manages to solve the mystery while calling everyone 'dear' and promising to repent later. Quite the quirky cast of characters. I liked it.

A big loudmouth comes into Mag's Penn Dutch Inn with plans to build a huge hotel in Hernia. Many people fear this will ruin the small town atmosphere, while Mags thinks it will interfere with her business. Needless to say, a murder occurs and Mags is right in the middle of things. Another funny installment in the series and one I really enjoyed. This book includes some wonderful custard recipes, which sound delicious.