Savannah Webb’s first boyfriend and kiss is having
a showing of his glass works at the Dali Museum.
Dennis Lansing had been one of the first in a group
of apprentices in a program her father had started
for troubled teenagers back in their high school days.
Dennis did his apprenticeship with Mr Webb in the
glass shop then went on to become a notable glass
artist. Following his show, Dennis is found dead on a
bench in the museum’s garden. Was his death due to
his poor health or did something sinister happen?
In Dennis’s pocket was a letter to Savannah’s father.
Therefore Savannah is hired as a consultant.
The characters were well defined, realistic and
relatable. There were a variety of suspects making
the plot intriguing. Murder, homeless vets, past lives
uncovered, clues hidden in glass, trust funds, code
breaking, complications with Edward, Snowy, the
cat and Rooney, the dog plus interesting twists and
turns, humor and a touch of romance to the story.
Learning about the glass-blowing techniques will
hold your interest. There is a glossary at the end of
the book that helps with the terms and explanations
of the techniques used through the book.
This is book # 4 in the Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery
series. It can be read as a stand alone.
I volunteered to read Etched in Tears. Thanks to
NetGalley and Kensington for the opportunity to read
this book. My opinion is my own.

Savannah's first boyfriend, Dennis Lansing, is having his own show at the museum but before they get a chance to talk, Dennis is whisked away by the museum director. The next thing Savannah knows is that Dennis has been found murdered in the museum garden.

The police dept. asks Savannah to help with the art interface of the investigation and the more Savannah looks at Dennis' art, the more she is drawn to the apprentice program that her father had run and which Dennis had been a member.

The mystery and characters are well drawn and the solution evident if the reader picks up all the clues, but the clues are well hidden.

Looking forward to the next one!

This is a series that is getting stronger with each book. The characters' relationships continue to develop but remain 'true' to what I liked about them from the beginning. I love any kind of class so this mystery set around a glass shop is very interesting to me. Although I thought that this one started out just a bit slow, it soon captured my attention.

Etched in Tears is the fourth book in A Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery series by Cheryl Hollon. I have read them all, but you can read this book as a stand alone. Savannah Webb is attending the opening of Dennis Lansing’s show at the Dali Museum with her boyfriend, Edward Morris. Savannah received the invitation because she and Dennis had dated in high school. He was also one of the first apprentices in the program started by her father to help troubled youth. They do not get much time to visit at the opening, but have arranged for a lunch as well as a visit to one of her etching classes. Dennis has found a way to etch notes and letters into his projects. Unfortunately before they meet again, Dennis is found dead in the garden of the museum. The police as Savannah for help when they find a letter from her deceased father in Dennis' pocket. She has a lot going on with a special order, issues with Edward wanting to move their relationship to the next level, a problem with her taxes as well as her classes and studio, but Dennis was her first boyfriend. So, with the help of her friends, Savannah takes the time to investigate and finally go through her father's old records. Will they find the culprit? How does an enigma machine play into this story? Will Savannah and Edward be able to ride out the latest turmoil in their relationship?

Once again I flew through this story. Cheryl Hollon writes a mystery that is interesting, has a great plot and is easy to read. Her descriptions of the art work (i.e. the Green Bench at the museum), the museum itself, the methods used in her classes etc. enabled you to picture what she was talking about. The characters are such great friends and so well developed, it seems like I know them by now. I love how the character of Jacob (he has aspergers) is trying new things and feeling more confident with the glass shop, his customer service and working with others. Savannah and Edward's relationship is easy to relate to. Again, it is not rushed and he is able to understand her hesitation, although he is not giving up. The mystery itself was not the easiest to solve. I did figure it out before the reveal, but I really liked how the clues were dealt in the story and how the use of glass was so important to the mystery. I definitely recommend this book to cozy mystery lovers as well as those who are interested in glass art and who live or visit in the St. Petersburg area. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book via Netgalley.

Simple story with characters I didn’t get to know beyond the surface. The love story is too one dimensional

I have a great interest in glass work so I always enjoy returning to this wonderful series. This is the 4th book in the Glass Shop Mystery Series by Cheryl Hollon. Each book is a delightful read and I highly recommend the entire series.
In this exciting next in series our protagonist Savannah Webb is attending the opening of Dennis Lansing’s show at the Dali Museum with her boyfriend, Edward Morris. The next day the artist is found to be murdered. He was her ex boyfriend and his family ask her to investigate. Savannah is busy with her glass shop creations but finds time to find clues to his murder.
I love this series because the author has a pleasing writing style that moves at a swift pace. The sleuth is always full of clues but surprising at the end. I enjoy the lovely glass creations and the small town life . I always enjoy returning to this series and look forward to the next in series. A fascinating read !
Thank you to the publisher for the ARC which did not influence my review.

Covers 'Get Me'. I either love them, like them or question them.
This one fell in the Question Them category.
I was left wondering exactly what is this book about? I was intrigued with the series title.
Since the cover gave me no clues my curiosity was aroused and I quickly began turning the pages.
It didn't take long for me to realize that I really wanted to read the previous installments.
The characters and their back stories had me and they weren't letting go.
I enjoyed the characters and the plot. This is one that I really wished I had received a print copy. (I've signed up for the Giveaway). A print copy is much easier to thumb back a few pages if you get a little confused or lost in the plot. There are a lot of characters to get acquainted with.

Etched In Tears is was a fast paced and twisty ride.
I enjoyed the book and look forward to reading the other books in the series.

I received a complimentary copy from Great Escapes Tours.

This is one of my favorite series for cozy mystery and crafting. Set in St. Petersburg,Florida a hometown boy is returning as a famous glass artist for a show at the local museum. He was an apprentice with Savannah’s father at Webb Glass. When he is found murdered at his show the suspect list revolves around the art community. Returning in the story is Jason, Savannah’s helper who is becoming more independent and overcoming his autism. Also back is her dog Roonie and boyfriend Jason. Great story and a good mystery to solve. You can read this independent of the other books in the series but you’ll enjoy it more if you know the back stories.

Etched in Tears is #4 in the series. I had stumbled across #2 a while back and immediately had to read the others also! With each installment Savannah and the other characters continue to develop and they all work well together. I also enjoy the bits and pieces of local history provided in the books and the whole glass shop / artist concept. Definitely a great cozy mystery series !

Another excellent addition to this series. After the death of an artist, Savanna Webb consults with the police in the stained glass details. Dennis was her first love and has a special interest in solving his murder. The mystery is well done, but the real charm is the evolving depth and understanding that Hollon brings to the other characters, What I especially like is how they come together and work as a team, instead of placing them in artificial and strained conflict.

Thanks to the publisher and netgalley for the opportunity to read the latest in one of my favorite cozy series in exchange for an honest review.

Princess Fuzzypants here:
When Savannah inherited her father’s glass business, she was overwhelmed by the demands of running the business while trying to find out who killed her father. She has come a long way since then. The business is expanding both from the teaching side and the retail side. She has a huge and prestigious order from a local hotel at the same time her first boyfriend, now a renowned up and coming artist, is murdered after a successful opening at the Dali Museum.
Because of her personal knowledge of the victim and the part her father played in the turnaround of his life, the local detectives, ask her to consult. They have learned to respect her insights and the abilities of the team of friends who support her. I enjoy this series. The characters are fully drawn and endearing, particular a young man with aspergers and his support dog.
I find the bits and pieces about glass work fascinating too, just enough to colour the story without getting in the way of the flow. The story drew me in and I fairly skipped through the pages. These are people with who I enjoy spending time.
I give it five purrs and two paws up.

My rating: 2 of 5 stars, it was okay.

Book 4 in the series.

I've enjoyed all of the books in the series, but I have to admit, this wasn't my favorite. What I did like was Savannah finally let Edward all the way in to her life. And I always love Jacob and all of the secondary characters have grown in leaps and bounds.

But the mystery itself just couldn't keep me interested. Part of that was Savannah's dad's paranoia, coding every freaking thing. That didn't intrigue me, it just annoyed me.

The ending was satisfying enough, and I really am looking forward to more in this series, if only to visit with the Webb's Glass Shop family.

Etched in Tears by Cheryl Hollon is the fourth book in the Webb's Glass Shop Mystery series. I adore this series. I have read the previous books, but it is not necessary to enjoy this one. Savannah's first high school boyfriend, Dennis, returns to Florida for an art show. She barely has a chance to speak to him before his is whisked away only to end up dead before morning. Savannah agrees to help the police as an art consultant, but she gets pulled in much deeper. She and her friends set out to solve Dennis' murder. The glass shop setting is fun, but Jacob (an apprentice) and Suzy (his service dog) are easily my favorite part of the series. I am already looking forward to the next book!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I love Savannah and Edward and all the other characters in these books. They're well-rounded, developed, complex characters who are just a lot of fun.

The plot in this one was fascinating. I wondered about the villain but I never settled on him until just before Savannah figured it out. The information about the Dali museum was interesting and added to the story line quite nicely.

I'm also happy to see Savannah and Edward's relationship moving forward. I'm having a hard time finding words to express how much I enjoyed this book without spoilers, so I'm just going to say - read it and enjoy it too!

Another wonderful addition to the series. I absolutely loved the setting. The museum sounds like a wonderful place to visit (minus the murder). The mystery was well written and had some nice twists. It was also a little more emotional than most since there was such a personal connection to the victim.

Etched in Tears is a fantastic murder mystery. This book is well written and has a plot that kept me guessing. Could not put this book down. If you enjoy a good mystery I recommend this one.

This was a great quick read that has engaging characters that draw you in and makes you wish the book would never end. This book flowed so nicely and I would recommend it to everyone.

This is a great book; this is the fourth book in the Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery Series written by Cheryl Hollon. This book can be read as a standalone, but once you read it you will defiantly want to go back and catch up with the other book in this series. This is a great book with a wonderful story and well developed characters. This book will keep you reading long into the night. If you are looking for a great book, then you need to read this book. I am looking forward to reading the next book by this great author. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader’s copy of this book. The free book held no determination on my personal review.

This is an intelligently written cozy mystery with an interesting subject matter. I don't know much about the art of stained glass making, or glass etching, but it's fascinating to read about. Cheryl Hollon weaves the murder plot in very well, and the result is an entertaining book that kept my attention until the very end.

Thanks to Kensington Books and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This is my first book in this series and it was enjoyable. I can just imagine some of the artwork in the exhibit. I love things made of glass. In this book you get to imagine the artwork artwork and try to figure out a mystery. Savannah finds herself involved in the mystery of who killed Dennis, an artist who also has ties to her family. As evidence comes to light, she feels more and more compelled to figure out what has happened. A good mystery that will keep you guessing.
I received a copy of the book from the author/publisher, the review is entirely my own.