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Despite the fact that her aunt was an expert knitter, Kelly Flynn never picked up a pair knitting needles she liked--until she strolled into House of Lambspun. Now, in the first in a brand-new series, she learns how to knit one, purl two, and untangle the mystery behind her aunt's murder.
Kelly Flynn would be the first to admit her life in Washington, D.C., is a little on the dull side. But coming back to Colorado for her beloved aunt's funeral wasn't the kind of excitement she was seeking. The police are convinced that her Aunt Helen's death was the result of a burglary gone bad, but for the accountant in Kelly, things just aren't adding up. After all, why would her sensible, sixty-eight-year-old aunt borrow $20,000 just days before her death? With the help of the knitting regulars at House of Lambspun, Kelly's about to get a few lessons in cranking out a sumptuously colored scarf--and in luring a killer out of hiding...
Kelly Flynn would be the first to admit her life in Washington, D.C., is a little on the dull side. But coming back to Colorado for her beloved aunt's funeral wasn't the kind of excitement she was seeking. The police are convinced that her Aunt Helen's death was the result of a burglary gone bad, but for the accountant in Kelly, things just aren't adding up. After all, why would her sensible, sixty-eight-year-old aunt borrow $20,000 just days before her death? With the help of the knitting regulars at House of Lambspun, Kelly's about to get a few lessons in cranking out a sumptuously colored scarf--and in luring a killer out of hiding...
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Heather F. (
10 member(s) found this review helpful.
I dont knit, but would like to learn. Even if you are not a knitter, you will enjoy this book. I think the Author has talent. She doesnt overwhelm you with quirky characters, or weird names, or bizarre new terms. She knew how to make the story, the knitting and characters believable. The investigating people officers were not labeled and fools. You didnt feel insulted by the end of the story and you didnt feel like they rushed in the end as they reveal all the details. I just ordered the second book and I cant say I do that for all the Cozies I have started to read.
Cheryl R. (
10 member(s) found this review helpful.
Loved this easy read bk with a clever plot and ending. If you like to knit and go to knit shops this mystery is especially good. There are 2 knit patterns and a sticky bun reciepe too.
6 member(s) found this review helpful.
The most fun aspect of this novel was the additional facts that kept coming to light right up to last chapter. We learned about Aunt Helen's history right along with the main character, her niece Kelly. Some readers won't enjoy the fact that some of the characters may be considered stereotypical comedic fare. But if you enjoy a mostly cozy mystery that is basically a puzzle with pieces that come to light step by step, then you will probably enjoy this book.
Joy L. (
6 member(s) found this review helpful.
It took me a little while to become accustomed to the characters, but once I did I have to tell you I love this book! I will definately be reading the rest in the series and hope she writes many more! There is a bonus in here two, a Rotweiler named Carl! Kelly comes back to her Aunt's home town to settle Aunt Helen's affairs after her death. She was killed in her own house and the police are sure it was a vagrant that did it. After checking around a bit Kelly isn't sure and along with her new friends decides to do something about it. Great Story!
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
Very light, no-thinking-necessary mystery chick-lit. Heroine solves murder of her 2 aunts. One of those stories where everything just fits together, no twisty plots, and everyone has just the right skills to contribute. For beginning mystery-readers and knitters.
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
An enjoyable mystery and an interesting look at the world of fiber arts through the eyes of a beginner. I look forward to others in the series. Perhaps the patterns included in the book will lead other to the wonderful world of yarn.
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
First in a cozy series set in a knitting atmosphere. Makes me want to learn how to knit!
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
I am an avid knitter, reader, and mystery lover. This book has led me to believe that anyone with a juvenile writing ability and mediocre knitting/fiber knowledge can write a mystery book and have it published. I felt like I was back in high school reading a Baby Sitter's Club book. The knitters are the most friendly and helpful people you've ever heard of, and here is poor Kelly, a non-knitter (pity her!). The knitters teach her to knit, find peace, etc. etc. This book is so full of "goodness" I almost choked on the gigantic pieces of sugar stuck in my throat.
Jane J. (
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
If this one is an example, this new series will be great!
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
good book that was a quick read. If you are not a knitter it might get annoying but just learning to knit I thought it was pretty funny. It makes me want to find a group of friends to knit with.
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Tricia - Shakopee, MN wrote on 7/30/2009...A great first novel of a new series. A quick read that combines knitting with mystery!
Maggie Sefton has done an excellent job with this story. She has taken a rather hum-drum activity, added a dash of mystery and danger, mixed in a little humor, and created a very entertaining book. I enjoyed this one so much that I have already ordered the next two in the series. I encourage anyone who enjoys a good mystery to check it out.
I found this book to be quite interesting and made me want to actually find a shop like mentioned where I could kick back with some friends and drink my coffee and knit up a storm. Just the descriptions of how the yarns felt and looked made my mouth water!! Really liked the book.
Light reading ... heavy on coffee drinking and knitting. But I still enjoyed reading it.
I really like this book! It was a light mystery and an easy read.
Jackie H. (This was a really fun mystery novel that included one of my favorite pastimes..knitting. I really enjoyed it.
A nice new cozy series. Based in a small town in Colorado. Kelly, the heroine, solves the mystery of her aunt's murder with the help of her friends from the knitting shop. A good read.
Mystery centered in a knitting shop. Light story with a good ending.
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