Cathy C. (cathyskye) - , reviewed on 9/6/2014 + 2307 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 4

Terrie Farley Moran has whipped up a fine beginning to this cozy series. No "dump cakes" for this author; she's chosen each of her ingredients with care and skillfully blended them together before putting the pan in the oven. The setting with its siren song of sandy beaches, sunshine, and old pirate treasure easily lures the unwary deeper into the story, which can lead them on a merry chase through quite a cast of suspects.

The major ingredient in any story is its characters, and Moran's characters run the gamut from tart to sweet. Sassy and Bridgy make good partners, and with the addition of an aunt who's seemingly been swept off the front steps of Tara, a chef who's magic in the kitchen, and various regular customers and friends, this series should be set up for a good, long run. Moran's even added a bit of hearts and flowers to her story, and it looks to be the sort of romance to move slowly so readers can savor each bite. Perhaps my favorite (bittersweet) part of this book is the fact that Moran lets her elderly characters have some real depth. Neither Miss Augusta nor Miss Delia are simple little old maiden ladies, and that is so good to see.

It's going to be fun to discover what's going on next at the Read 'Em and Eat.

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