Helpful Score: 2
I thought this book was one of the less stellar ones in the series. For one thing, there is an entire scene in there that has NOTHING to do with either the mystery or even as a way to provide background/scenic information. The whole scene just seemed like something the author needed to put in there as a way to meet her word quota - it's 5 pages of pointlessness.
Also, the attention paid to the mystery could add up to 10 pages. The rest is filled with long, detailed descriptions of teas, food, antiques, and tourist information about Charleston. So, this is less of a mystery and more of a tourist guide to Charleston.
Finally, Theodosia didn't even solve this murder - the murderer was on top of her, literally, before she ever figured it out. I, on the other hand, knew who did it from the second chapter.
The thing I noticed about this series is that it is becoming predictable. The culprit is ALWAYS the least suspected person. All I have to do is look for the character about whom there is the least written. That is always the culprit, no exceptions.
The redeeming value in this book - as well as the whole series - is that Theodosia, Drayton, and Hayley are fun to read about. I read these books less for the mystery (which is badly done, IMO) and more for the fact that I just love peeking into the daily lives of these characters.
Also, the attention paid to the mystery could add up to 10 pages. The rest is filled with long, detailed descriptions of teas, food, antiques, and tourist information about Charleston. So, this is less of a mystery and more of a tourist guide to Charleston.
Finally, Theodosia didn't even solve this murder - the murderer was on top of her, literally, before she ever figured it out. I, on the other hand, knew who did it from the second chapter.
The thing I noticed about this series is that it is becoming predictable. The culprit is ALWAYS the least suspected person. All I have to do is look for the character about whom there is the least written. That is always the culprit, no exceptions.
The redeeming value in this book - as well as the whole series - is that Theodosia, Drayton, and Hayley are fun to read about. I read these books less for the mystery (which is badly done, IMO) and more for the fact that I just love peeking into the daily lives of these characters.
Bonnie A. (ladycholla) -
Helpful Score: 1
Loved this book, as all the others prior to it. Great story, wonderful setting, grand characters. The tea shop is a wonderful place to get acquainted with. Wonderful fun and a sumptuous bunch of recipes. They are simple to do, easy to follow and fun to make.
Linda R. (wolfie123) - , reviewed The Teaberry Strangler (Tea Shop, Bk 11) on + 422 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This is a wonderful series, and this addition to it is no exception....was the murdered girl the true intended victim? Theodosia and Detective Tidwell must work together to solve it before we find out if Theodosia was the true target....Great characters....
Pamela C. (pj-s-bookcorner) reviewed The Teaberry Strangler (Tea Shop, Bk 11) on + 885 more book reviews
I especially enjoyed the latest installment in the Tea Shop mystery series. I feel like I REALLY know the characters. Makes you want to run out to your nearest tea shop and see if it stacks up against the Indigo Tea Shop in Charleston!
This is one of the best of the series. The history included in the story is facinating. The tea blends are intriguing. I learn something new every time I read one of Laura Childs' books.
Darilee P. (cozysleuth) reviewed The Teaberry Strangler (Tea Shop, Bk 11) on + 153 more book reviews
Another good tea shop mystery with action and surprises until the end. I learned more about antiquities and good recipes and teas.
