Title: Delicious & Suspicios
Author: Riley Author
Series: Memphis BBQ Mystery
Location: Memphis, TN (My hometown)
Rating: 2
I am attempting something that I never do: writing a review of a book I couldn’t finish. I had hoped to enjoy it, but despite my efforts, I found it impossible to do so.
Since this book is set in my hometown, I picked up Delicious and Suspicious in hopes of finding a cozy mystery that would reflect the essence of the Memphis I grew up in. However, The pacing was slow, and the story lacked a smooth flow, making it difficult to stay engaged. While the setting evoked a nostalgic version of Memphis—possibly reminiscent of the 60s or 70s—it did not accurately reflect the city I know today. Memphis has evolved and is no longer the same city I grew up in, and that complexity was absent from the narrative.
I found myself frequently flipping back through the pages, struggling to remember who each character was. There were so many that I felt I needed a character guide just to keep track.
It was disheartening to feel so disconnected from a city that I expected to resonate with me. Sometimes a book just doesn’t connect, and this one lacked the charm and intrigue I had hoped for.
I made a strong effort to enjoy this book and continued reading in hopes that it would improve. However, I ultimately couldn’t finish it, as it failed to engage me or offer enough charm to keep my interest.
If you have read this book, I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
Happy Reading!
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