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The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5)
The Jasmine Moon Murder - Tea Shop, Bk 5
Author: Laura Childs
ISBN-13: 9780425198131
ISBN-10: 0425198138
Publication Date: 9/7/2004
Pages: 272
Rating:
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
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3.9 stars, based on 59 ratings
Publisher: Berkley Hardcover
Book Type: Hardcover
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23 Book Reviews submitted by our Members...sorted by voted most helpful

cosmichomicide avatar reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 134 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
I thought this was the strongest book in the series so far, though I was kind of disappointed that the person I *really* wanted to be guilty wasn't. It was nice to see Theodosia acting more her age than the spinsterish portrayals of previous entries.
reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 62 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
A wonderful murder mystery which includes recipes and tips for tea-making. This is an incredible read!
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Helpful Score: 1
One of the best of this series. Better writing and better mystery.
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Helpful Score: 1
Another good mystery involving Theodosia Browning owner of the Indigo Tea Shop. Theodosia trys to solve the murder of a local doctor during a society benefit in the spooky grounds of the historic Jasmine Cemetery. Of course Theodosia finds herself in the middle of the mystery when someone tries to kill her also. Another great, quick reading book in the Tea Shop Mystery series.
reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 53 more book reviews
Great book to curl up with a hot cup of tea with
ladycholla avatar reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 2081 more book reviews
Great book, love the way the characters are developing. Childs knows how to write and hold your interest. Great #5 for this cozy series. Looking forward to the rest of them.
pj-s-bookcorner avatar reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 885 more book reviews
As always, Laura Childs delivers an enjoyable read as well as tasty recipes!
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This is a nice little series - a good rainy day cozy up with a cup a tea read.
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The Tea Shop murders are good, and I also enjoy reading the recipes. I haven't tried any of them yet, but it has made me thirsty for tea!
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Theodosia jumps to lots of conclusions. The murder is, of course, the least suspected and written about person. And, of course, everyone - including Theodosia - is surprised at who the murderer is. In short - the typical tea shop mystery in this series.

I read this series because I adore the characters. But, if you're looking for a heroine who actually solves the mysteries - this is not that book. The actual mystery takes up about 10 pages (scattered throughout the book). The rest is all about teas, foods, socials, antiques, South Carolina, an Charleston. I actually enjoy the latter much more than the mystery itself. I give it 3 stars.

A good book in the series, but not something I'd really call a compelling mystery.
janetd avatar reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 2 more book reviews
This book was very good. I enjoy the intricacies that Ms. Childs delves into when solving these mysteries. She brings out information about minor details that makes the books come to life.
reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 81 more book reviews
I liked this book. I think this series is great. The recipes sound really good.
bobbiejo avatar reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 49 more book reviews
Another great Tea Shop mystery.
reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 12 more book reviews
Nice cozy series. I wish I had a tea shop!
reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 359 more book reviews
A Theodosia Browning, of tea shop in Charleston fame, story perfect for Halloween. Who killed the doctor on the society "Ghost Crawl" (for charity, of course) through the spooky grounds of an historic Charleston cemetary? There are plenty of breaks for tea, of course, and tea-making tips and recipes are included.
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Theodosia Brownig teashop owner gets involved in investigating the murder of a doctor. Nice recipes in the back
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I love the teashop mysteries. Have spent time in Charleston and they bring back memories.
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The fifth book in the Tea Shop mystery series.
sealady avatar reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 657 more book reviews
From Publishers Weekly: "...the fifth installment in her popular Tea Shop mystery series (Death by Darjeeling, etc.). Theodosia Browning, proprietor of the Indigo Tea Shop, and her staff are serving tea and goodies during the first-ever "Ghost Crawl in Charleston's famed Jasmine Cemetery." The event ends abruptly when Dr. Jasper Davis, uncle of Theo's beau, Jory, dies mysteriously and publicly. Det. Burt Tidwell makes Theo promise she won't stick her amateur nose in, but a frazzled Jory pleads with her to use her special abilities as a sleuth to root out the killer. The victim was vice-president in charge of research at a large medical products company, Cardiotech, and Theo suspects Dr. Davis's death is connected with his job. A second murder complicates things, but Theo perseveres and eventually corners the killer using a snazzy bit of up-to-date technology to summon help. Fans will enjoy the rich brew of murder, tea lore and mouth-watering descriptions of food (recipes included). The alluring jacket arta tea spread out on a blanket in the foreground with ghostly gravestones under a full moon in the backgroundcaptures the mood perfectly." Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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I really liked this one and I'm going to share it with a fellow tea lover. The ideas in the back are really good for special tea get-togethers. I finally tried a recipe too!
nrezac avatar reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 160 more book reviews
Very hard to put down!
Gracious-Granny avatar reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 137 more book reviews
Another great tea shop mystery!
Kmarie avatar reviewed The Jasmine Moon Murder (Tea Shop, Bk 5) on + 529 more book reviews
"Always happy to contribute to worthy causes, Indigo Tea Shop owner Theodosia Browning and her loyal staff are catering an elegant - if unusual - Charleston society event. It's a "Ghost Crawl" through the spooky grounds of the historic Jasmine Cemetery. The show even comes complete with hired "ghosts" - actors, that is, playing some of the more prominent residents of the old cemetery." "The event, sponsored by a local medical organization, is intended to benefit various charities and help at-risk children. And the organizer of the fete, Dr. Jasper Davis, has put in a lot of work to make it a success and get those contributions rolling in. Unfortunately, he doesn't get to enjoy the proceedings himself, considering that during the Crawl's theatrical number, he drops dead. It looks like foul play - but how could such a fine, upstanding citizen have any mortal enemies?" With a sensitive nose for trouble, Theodosia starts stirring things up with her own investigation to find the do-badder behind this most uncharitable act. But before long, chasing down the culprit gets her in hot water up to her neck.