Book Review: The Plot is Murder by V.M. Burns~5 Stars

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I want to thank NetGalley and Kensington for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review. I appreciate this opportunity.

Book Blurb:

The small town of North Harbor on the shores of Lake Michigan is about to have a new mystery bookstore. But before the first customer can browse its shelves, the store’s owner is suspected of her own murder plot . . .

Samantha Washington has dreamed of owning her own mystery bookstore for as long as she can remember. And as she prepares for the store’s grand opening, she’s also realizing another dream–penning a cozy mystery set in England between the wars. While Samantha hires employees and fills the shelves with the latest mysteries, quick-witted Lady Penelope Marsh, long-overshadowed by her beautiful sister Daphne, refuses to lose the besotted Victor Carlston to her sibling’s charms. When one of Daphne’s suitors is murdered in a maze, Penelope steps in to solve the labyrinthine puzzle and win Victor.

But as Samantha indulges her imagination, the unimaginable happens in real life. A shady realtor turns up dead in her backyard, and the police suspect her–after all, the owner of a mystery bookstore might know a thing or two about murder. Aided by her feisty grandmother and an enthusiastic ensemble of colorful retirees, Samantha is determined to close the case before she opens her store. But will she live to conclude her own story when the killer has a revised ending in mind for her?

“You’ll love this delightful debut mystery with its charming and wacky cast of characters and a mystery within a mystery just to keep things interesting.”
–Victoria Thompson, bestselling author of Murder in Morningside Heights

“A charming read–with murder, romance and lots of mouthwatering desserts.”
–Laura Levine, author of Death of a Bachelorette

Review: I give this book 5 out of 5 cozy stars! V.M. Burns created a cozy masterpiece! When reading through this book I was so excited and just wanted more! I absolutely loved the characterisation in this book. I loved how the main character(Samantha) went sleuthing with a group on senior citizen ladies! These ladies were a hoot and could out party me any day! I just loved Nana Jo and how she was described as “all of the Golden Girls” wrapped up in one! Her group of friends that her and Samantha tagged along with made me laugh out loud.

I have been in a reading slump lately but was able to gobble this book up regardless of my mood. I also enjoyed how the main character was a writer and took us on another adventure. I felt both stories were well written and I couldn’t wait until I went back and forth to the other one. I can’t wait until I get to read more of V.M. Burns’ works! I definitely recommend this fun and light cozy!😊

Valerie Burns was born and raised in South Bend, Indiana.

She graduated from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and Urban Studies. Valerie later went on to get a Master of Science in Administration from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Fine Arts in Writing Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University.

By day Valerie is a Training Manager at a call center for an appliance manufacturer. At night, Valerie writes cozy mysteries, children’s books and screenplays.

Valerie currently lives in Chattanooga, Tennessee with her two poodles.

Represented by Dawn Dowdle at Blue Ridge Literary Agency.

*Copied from Ms. Burns’ website*

10 Comments on “Book Review: The Plot is Murder by V.M. Burns~5 Stars”

1. I am touched to read this post… I must admit that I had been waiting months for the release of author V.M. Burns’ cozy mystery debut – The Plot is Murder. You should all consider to read!!

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   • I loved it!!! Thanks so much for giving your feedback!😍😊💖

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2. This sounds like an episode of ‘Murder She Wrote’, or the plot of one of those ‘afternoon’ films.
   The twee cover alone would have me running for the exit, but I’m glad you enjoyed it, Dani.
   Best wishes, Pete.

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   • It was kind of like one of those shows! I definitely enjoyed it! Thanks Pete!😊 Xoxo Hope you have a wonderful day! 😍

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3. Aww. Poodle! This sounds like a cute cozy Dani! Nice review!🤗

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   • Thanks so much Kim! Yay doggies!🐶🐕😍😍 It definitely was a cute cozy Kim!💖📚

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4. Glad you enjoyed this one Dani!

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   • Thanks so much Carrie!!!😊 You’re the best!

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     • Aw thanks!

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       • Yay!!!💯📚🤗💖

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