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Custard's Last Stand (Pennsylvania Dutch Mystery with Recipes, Bk 11)
Custard's Last Stand - Pennsylvania Dutch Mystery with Recipes, Bk 11 Author:Tamar Myers Kentucky Colonel George Custard thinks Magdalena’s hometown of Hernia, Pennsylvania is perfect…so perfect in fact, he has decided to build his new mega five-star hotel there. And if everything goes according to plan, roads will be widened and wealthy tourists will start pouring in by the thousands. But not everyone thinks this is su... more »ch a good idea, as the new superstructure will surely destroy the town’s quaint and quiet ambience. Meanwhile, Hernia has another unwelcome guest to worry about, after wild reports that Bigfoot is roaming the area.
At a town council meeting, several vocal citizens arrive to protest Custard’s project, including Magdalena. Soon after, the colonel is found murdered -- shot to death at the PennDutch Inn. No one minded telling him off, but killing him off is a different story. With the police investigation going nowhere, Magdalena takes it upon herself to find out who caused Custard’s last stand. She must stay one step ahead of both the rumors and the builders to solve the case, restore peace -- and save her beloved town…« less
Tamar Myers is a very good writer. As with all of her books, the characters are interesting and the story is well told. The recipes are just an added bonus.
The main character is not your average heroine. With size 11 feet and a face that's been mistaken for Big Foot, she's endearing. There is the occasional turn of phrase that delights (I get enough exercise just jumping to conclusions). Magdalena tries to keep a good Christian heart while comparing her neighbors to unflattering things like an owl or a praying mantis. She manages to solve the mystery while calling everyone 'dear' and promising to repent later. Quite the quirky cast of characters. I liked it.
Keri reviewed Custard's Last Stand (Pennsylvania Dutch Mystery with Recipes, Bk 11) on
A big loudmouth comes into Mag's Penn Dutch Inn with plans to build a huge hotel in Hernia. Many people fear this will ruin the small town atmosphere, while Mags thinks it will interfere with her business. Needless to say, a murder occurs and Mags is right in the middle of things. Another funny installment in the series and one I really enjoyed. This book includes some wonderful custard recipes, which sound delicious.
