Helpful Score: 8
First in the Supper Club series, about 5 overweight people in a small town in Virginia who form the "Flab Five" to work together to lose weight. When a much-disliked citizen is murdered, the group finds themselves in the middle of the investigation. This was an enjoyable book, but, as seems to be common in many recent books, could use a bit more editing. I also had some questions about exactly how the murder was committed, but explaining more would spoil the solution for anyone wanting to read it. All in all, if you like cozy mysteries (there are a few recipes as well) and aren't concerned about great writing, this should be a pleasant read.
Helpful Score: 4
#1 Supper Club cozy mystery featuring five overweight people in small-town Virginia who form a diet club to take off some weight. They don't really know each other well at first, but begin to rely on each other for support after awhile and become friends. When a murder happens in their little town, it lends an air of excitement to their meetings, as one of their number is an assistant in the Sheriff's office and they attempt to help the young woman accused of the crime get off the hook. I found the book somewhat predictable plot-wise, but the characters saved the day. They were a bit 'stiff' at first, but had fleshed out (no pun intended!) quite a lot by the end of the book. Will definitely look for the next in series.
Helpful Score: 2
If you ever tried to lose a few pounds, live on "diet" food or face the world believing you are fat, you will relate to these characters. Join their Supper Club, and enjoy both great recipes and a good mystery.
Helpful Score: 2
1st in the Supper Club Mystery Series!
I have read a couple other of J. B. Stanley's books (in the Collectible series). They were pretty good, but I liked this series better. I read almost the whole book in 1 day. It is a very quick, light read. I will be reading the others in this series.
I have read a couple other of J. B. Stanley's books (in the Collectible series). They were pretty good, but I liked this series better. I read almost the whole book in 1 day. It is a very quick, light read. I will be reading the others in this series.
Helpful Score: 2
Very enjoyable read. Likable characters. An excellent first in a series.
