Guidebook to Murder
Guidebook to Murder
Book Brief
Beta226
Novel • Fiction
South Cove, California • 2010s
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Guidebook to Murder by Lynn Cahoon follows a person named Jill Gardner, a bookshop owner and amateur sleuth in South Cove, California. Jill is entangled in a murder investigation when she discovers the dead body of her elderly friend. As she searches for the truth, Jill uncovers secrets while navigating relationships in her coastal town.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Informative
Bittersweet
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
11,377 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Guidebook to Murder by Lynn Cahoon charms readers with its picturesque small-town setting and engaging plot. The protagonist, Jill Gardner, is relatable and likable, making for an enjoyable cozy mystery. However, some readers feel the storyline is predictable and the pacing uneven. Overall, it offers a delightful escape for fans of light mysteries.
Who Should Read Guidebook to Murder?
Readers who savor cozy mysteries with a charming setting and curious sleuths will enjoy Guidebook to Murder by Lynn Cahoon. Fans of Murder, She Wrote and Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death will find a delightful escape in this engaging small-town whodunit.
11,377 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Guidebook to Murder is the first book in the Tourist Trap Mystery series by Lynn Cahoon, which features a small-town setting in a fictional place called South Cove, California.
Lynn Cahoon, the author of Guidebook to Murder, is known for her engaging cozy mystery style, often incorporating elements of romance and humor into her stories.
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The series won the Reader’s Crown for Mystery Fiction in 2015, highlighting its popularity and reader appeal.
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Novel • Fiction
South Cove, California • 2010s
2014
Adult
18+ years
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