This is the fourth book in the series and we have learned the back stories of all the members of the society. And beginning with the third book, figures from the past have begun to reconnect with the women. (Last time it was someone June knew. This time it is Nora who meets a former colleague.) We also are beginning to see them branch out into other relationships with members of the town of Miracle Springs, so those who like a little romance mixed into their cozy mysteries will be pleased. But we continue to see how the women support each other and their friends in town when difficulties arise. Whether it is vandalism, protesters, or murder, they do their best to help.
I especially liked the subplot of a group deciding that they didn't approve of the bookstore because it had a window display about books being magical. The response of Nora (who owns the shop) and her loyal friends and customers is heartening to read, and I may have done a few quiet cheers to spur them on. The setting also appeals to me; western North Carolina is just over the mountains from my home in Tennessee, so it feels very familiar. And book lovers will enjoy reading how Nora matches books to customers and offers bibliotherapy and reader's advisory services to anyone who needs it.
I initially discovered this series because I am always looking for books that feature librarians or others in book-related careers. Fans of series like Jenn McKinlay's Library Lover's Mysteries or Kate Carlisle's Bibliophile Mysteries will probably be adding Ellery Adams to their TBR piles, if they haven't already.
Publication date is set for January 26, so there isn't long to wait. If you haven't read the beginning of the series yet, hurry and get ready for the latest to hit the shelves. I read an advance copy provided by the publisher for review purposes.
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