- Title: Fatal Blooms
- Author: Claire Harlow
- Series: A Sparrow Haven Cozy Mystery #2
- Genre: Cozy Mystery
- Takes Place: Sparrow Haven
- Main Character: Olivia Harper
- Other Characters: Millie, Ethan, Detective Fred O’Malley, Isabel, Cassandra Reed, Charles Hatmore, Leonard Riley, Eleanor Montgomery, Isabel, Keith (Cricket)
- Pets: Olivia’s Golden Retriever Barkley
- Stars: 5
This is the second book in the Sparrow Haven Cozy Mystery series and I am really enjoying this series. The characters are relatable and 3 dimensional and the plot is interesting.
There is another murder in Sparrow Haven and, once again, Olive finds herself in the middle of it. This time, the victim is a prominent Rose Garden Gala sponsor, who appears to have been in good health before her untimely death. There are numerous suspects in the case, as the protagonist embarks on an emotional rollercoaster ride to discover who is to blame for the murder of this woman.
The protagonist, Olivia, is highly relatable. She is intelligent, a devoted friend, resolute, and owns a Golden Retriever. I have a fondness for canine characters in stories.
This is a series that is sure to appeal to readers who appreciate a good, clean, cozy mystery, with a cast of sympathetic characters, a canine companion, and a plot full of surprises that culminate in a satisfying conclusion. I am hoping there will be third book in the series, as I am eager to learn more about the protagonist, Olivia, and the quaint town of Sparrow Haven. I suggest reading the previous book, Mystery at the Lighthouse, first so you can get to know the characters. I think you will really enjoy this author and her way of telling a story,
***Disclaimer***
I received this book free as part of th ARC team. This review is my honest opinion.
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