Murder by Cheesecake by Rachel Ekstrom Courage I couldn’t resist picking this one up on Indie Bookstore Day at Purple Couch Bookshop!
In this cozy mystery, Rose is orchestrating an over-the-top St. Olaf-themed wedding while Dorothy wades (disastrously) into the dating pool. When Dorothy’s blind date ends up dead in the hotel freezer, face-first in the cheesecake made for the wedding, she becomes the prime suspect. Naturally, Rose, Blanche and Sophia jump in to help clear her name… even though none of them have any idea how to solve a murder. Meanwhile, the entire town of St. Olaf is still in Miami expecting a wedding! Can the gang pull off a St. Olaf-worthy wedding AND clear Dorothy’s name? Of course they can!
This one is an adorable, low-stakes cozy mystery that’s absolutely brimming with nostalgia. Honestly, it’s not the mystery itself that drew me in or kept me turning the pages – it’s the fun, comedic tone and how well the author captures the vibe of these beloved characters. I had a blast reading it and will definitely keep going with the series, especially on audio (see below)!
🎧 Audiobook Notes 🎧
I highly recommend the audiobook! Yvonne Newman nails the voices of all four Golden Girls, adding an extra layer of charm and nostalgia that makes this story even more delightful. (7h 52m)
Book: 🌟🌟🌟💫
Audio Performance: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
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