Etched In Tears is the fourth in the Webb's Glass Shop series by Cheryl Hollon. It was fun to visit with Savannah and her friends at the glass shop once more. She and her British neighborhood pub owner/boyfriend, Edward Morris, are in the uncomfortable stage of taking the next step in their relationship-uncomfortable in that he's ready to take the next step but she isn't quite there. They attend a gala at the Dali Museum celebrating a glass exhibit of her first boyfriend, Dennis Lansing. Dennis was an apprentice working with her father while Savannah and Dennis were in high school. The apprentice program was started in part by John, Savannah's dad, for troubled teens. The teens spent part of the day at school and worked the rest of the day under business people mentoring them-people like John. Dennis was in a gang that was into drugs and other activities. But he turned his life around and was an up and coming star in the glass arts community. He was, that is, until he was found dead in the garden of the museum the morning after the gala. Savannah is asked by the police detectives Parker and Williams to consult on the investigation because of her experience in the glass business and knack for solving murders. So once more the gang that includes glass shop manager, Amanda, apprentice Jacob, Edward and Savannah set out with the police to find who killed Dennis. Could it be a former gang member? Maybe his unhappy wife? The evasive museum director? A homeless person sleeping in the garden? Or a member of the museum security? Maybe a clue can be found in John's employee files of apprentices that he hired. But, once more, they have to decode the files because John always put things in code because he was paranoid of who might get hold of them. This is another great mystery to solve with lots of interesting information about the glass arts.
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Etched in tears is the fourth book in the Webb's Glass Shop Mystery series. I really enjoyed the first 3 books and was eager to dive back into this series. Etched in tears was a great installment in this series. It had a good mystery, we see the familiar characters again and it was just all around a great read.

Etched in Tears starts with an art exhibition that Savannah is attending, not long afterward the artist is found dead. Savannah knew him and because of the art connection she is asked to consult for the police. The mystery was very well done. At first it seemed difficult to really make sure who was a suspect in this case. Then slowly more people became possible suspects. Eventually I decided on who I thought was the suspect and I was happy when my guess turned out to be correct. I liked how the mystery progressed and how everyone was involved in solving it.

We not only get the point of view of Savannah, but also some chapters from the police officers their point of view. I think this really added something and I liked getting to know those characters a bit better as well. It's fun how Savannah works closely together with the police and it's obvious the police are also doing their work. They nicely complement each other with Savannah focusing on the art angle and the police doing a lot of the rest. I am really happy the police seem so competent in this series and do their part in the investigation as well.

It's great to spend some time with all the by now familiar characters again. Jacob, Amanda and Edward all are present again and I liked how they all helped with the mystery. It's a great group to read about, with each having their own personality and we see them develop a bit as well as the series progresses. There's also a side plot line about the shop and classes going on as well and it was all nicely woven together. There is enough focus on the mystery, but we also get a feel for how things are going with the store.

The romance between Savannah and Edward also progresses and they hit a bit of struggle in their relationship. While the romance is a pretty minor side plot line, I do like seeing it progress and develop in each book. I felt their struggles and troubles were realistic and I also liked it never got blown up or led to much drama. I liked it when a romance is part of a cozy mystery like this. Edward and Savannah make for a nice couple.

To summarize: all in all this was another great read in this series and I was sad when I reached the end. The mystery was a good one. At first it focused mainly on the investigation and then slowly more and more suspects popped up. I eventually guessed who the murderer was and it turned out I was correct. The mystery progressed in a way that kept you guessing with more clues slowly surfacing. I liked seeing this familiar group of side characters again. The chapters from the police officers their point of view were a nice addition. I also liked how the romance made for a nice side plot line and their struggles felt realistic. It was a great read and this is easily one of my favorite cozy mystery series. I am already looking forward to the next book!

Etched In Tears is the fourth book in the Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery series.

Another exciting story for this excellent and informative series.

Savannah is excited that she and Edward a gala event at the Dali Museum for the up and coming glass artist, Dennis Lansing. She had had one date with Dennis when they were in high school but had lost contact with him shortly thereafter. Dennis was one of the first in Savannah’s father’s apprentice program which formed to take at-risk teens and turn them into responsible citizens.

Just as Savannah and Edward are being introduced to Lansing, Gina Wilkins, the director of the museum, whisk him away to meet with a State Representative, Charles King. Just before he was whisked away, Dennis told Savannah that he had something to show her, but she didn’t get to see what it might be.

The next morning Savannah get a phone call from Det. Joy Williams asking Savannah to meet her and Det. Parker at the museum as the dead body of Dennis has been found on a bench in the garden of the museum. The police want to know her connection with the deceased as in a pocket he had a letter from Savannah’s father. As Savannah has helped Parker and Williams with other cases that center around her area of expertise, they ask that she once again work as a consultant with the case of Dennis Lansing.

There seems to be no shortage of suspects as Savannah, Edward her assistant Amanda and her young apprentice, Jacob begins the search for the killer.

What seems to be the most difficult task is given to Jacob who has the uncanny ability to reason through difficult tasks and make it seem so simple. Mr. Webb used an enigma machine to code sensitive/confidential material. The personnel records have all been encoded and Jacob needs to learn what code was used so they can be decoded and possibly help lead to the killer.
In the meantime, Amanda, Edward, and Savannah will be looking into why Gina Wilkins is so afraid to share a list of people at the gala and tapes from the security cameras for the museum. They are also looking to Chief of Security Lucas Brown who seems to bend over backward to help the police. They begin to wonder if he wants to find out how much the police know or is just being overly helpful. Lansing wife will also come under close scrutiny as she doesn’t seem to be all that upset that her husband is dead.

Hollon once again provides the reader with a well-plotted and told story with an interesting cast of characters.

The author has also provided a glossary of terms for those readers who might be unfamiliar with etching in glass.

Eagerly awaiting the next book in this enjoyable and informative series.

When an up and coming glass artist is awarded an exhibit at the Salvador Dali Museum, Savannah can't wait to attend the opening. She has a personal history with the artist – he was her first boyfriend, and one of her father's apprentices. When a body is found on the museum grounds the next morning, Savannah and her friends are determined to figure out who killed the man, and why.

This is quickly becoming one of my favorite series, and I was eager to read this book, to renew acquaintances with characters I consider to be old friends. While I can't imagine living in Florida (heat and humidity are NOT my friends!), I would like to visit to meet these people, to see Webb's shop and studio in action, and maybe take one of Amanda's classes. There were numerous suspects in this book, and although the killer was on my radar, I didn't know who it was until the reveal. I can't wait to read the next book in this series.

This book has everything I've come to expect from the Webb's Glass Shop mysteries. Savannah is working hard to keep up with her busy schedule. She's got orders due and a new class to teach and a malfunctioning kiln...and then her high school boyfriend is found dead after his show at the Salvador Dali museum. The book kept a good balance between Savannah's everyday life and her investigation and the mystery. There's plenty of time spent with the continuing characters and their relationships, a chance to learn a bit about etching glass, and an interesting mystery that fits in with the glass shop theme. I really enjoyed this one.

This is book 4 in A Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery. It can be read as a stand alone. I like the characters in this book. We have Savannah, a glass shop owner and artist, her boyfriend who is the pub owner next door, her friends and co-workers; one of them has Asperger’s Syndrome. They are instrumental in assisting the police solve the murder of Savannah’s first boyfriend. Dennis Lansing is returning to St Pete to show off his Salvador Dali inspired art. He is found dead the morning after the exhibit opens. There are many suspects once it is deemed a murder has been committed. I enjoyed learning about Dali’s works through the book and looking some info inspired by the book up online. The characters are well-developed and individualistic. I enjoy seeing the apprentice grow in each of the books. I would recommend this series and this book to anyone interested in cozy mysteries, strong women and art.
I would like to thank Netgalley and Kensington Books for allowing me to read this book.

I do believe that these books are just getting better and better. Savannah seems to have things running fairly smoothly in both of her shops by this point and yet again is attempting to tackle a new glass project. Which of course let's me learn just a little bit more about the glass world (which I am loving by the way as Cheryl always makes it seem so fun and interesting). Things go a little wonky though which an old friend of hers is found dead and she is asked to consult on the case. Having her crew of investigators helping her out adds a nice touch to the story and I really enjoy the wide range of character personalities. Jacob and Suzy are the real stars of this story. His ongoing development shows Cheryl's true depth of character development in a way that few authors truly embrace. The story is great and there are so many things going on that the reader can never get bored. I highly recommend this to fans of crafty cozy romance novels. I really enjoyed it so it gets 4/5 stars.

Come for the mystery. Stay for the personal growth of the characters. This is a charming and delightful series with several interesting characters. Yes, the spouse is a suspect in this murder. She is a piece of work. There are other possible suspects. A cat and dog round out the engaging group of continuing characters.

This is another great edition to this delightfully engaging series where Savannah’s sleuthing ability is called upon when a former boyfriend is found dead. The mystery was nicely done and the pacing was on par with how readily the story captured my attention. I quickly became immersed in all that was happening. The author did a great job in setting the stage where nothing is as it seems and it’s the anticipation on how this will end that kept me reading until the end. There was plenty of suspects and clues to keep me guessing and when I thought I had handle on who the killer was, the author changed direction that propelled me further into the story. I like that while seeking a killer, we also got to see the personal side of Savannah’s struggles there as well. All the main characters played pivotal roles that enhanced the telling of this tale. This was a fun book to read that boasted a lovable cast of character, good conversation and a great story to be told. I look forward to more adventures with Savannah and the gang.

Etched in Tears by Cheryl Hollon is a fantastic addition to the series.
Savannah Webb is getting more interesting in each book and I enjoy watching her come out of her shell.
Having her first boyfriend back in town for an art exhibit should be an exciting time for Savannah. Sadly it turns gruesome when Dennis Lansing is found dead, either by natural causes or foul play. Savannah struggles with her feelings and this prompts the the students and friends of Webb's Glass Shop to put their heads together and find the truth.
Dennis was an apprentice at the glass shop a few years back, so Savannah and her friends begin digging into the past, a task which turns out to be more difficult than it seems.
Before they can begin to unravel the secrets, they have to decode all the apprentice files, not an easy job since John Webb was a master cryptographer. Relying mostly on Jacob, her apprentice, to work out the codes, Savannah and her boyfriend Edward must work quickly to uncover the truth.

Fans of this series will be delighted in the fast paced mystery which releases on November 28th.

I voluntarily read and ARC of this book provided by the publisher and NetGalley.

First off, I must say, I have loved this series from the start. The characters, the story lines and the mysteries are always well crafted and like the glass creations in the stories, these books are a work of art.

Etched in Tears is another well written book with many twists and turns, leading to an enjoyable, yet heart-breaking, read. This book felt a bit more emotionally heavy than the others in the series, yet it is still Cheryl Hollon at her best, delivering a wonderfully crafted cozy mystery.

I love the characters of Savannah and Edward! This book brought a new layer of their relationship to the surface. I must say, I spent a good amount of time chastising Savannah about how she should be handling situations, and I am happy to say that things look to be moving in the right direction by the end of the book!

And let's not forget to mention the cover, another stunningly beautiful cover design! I love the colors and images on the covers in this series, they are all so colorful and vibrant ! I simply can't say enough about this mystery series, it just keeps getting better and better! The only bad thing is that I always have to wait for the next book in the series to be written!

One of my favorite series and I totally love the character of Savannah, especially the way she is with her apprentice and his service dog. . I really enjoy the glimpse of what goes into making all those stained glass piece and how the characters grow within the story,

Etched in Tears by Cheryl Hollon is the fourth book in A Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery series. Savannah Webb is attending the opening of Dennis Lansing’s show at the Dali Museum with her boyfriend, Edward Morris. They barely get to greet the artist when he is whisked away by the museum director, Gina Wilkins. The next day Savannah is visited by Officer Joy Williams and discovers that Dennis was found murdered outside the Dali Museum with a letter from her deceased father, John Webb in his pocket. Dennis’ mother, Betty requests that Savannah discover the identity of her son’s killer. Savannah has her hands full with the shop, studio, and a special order for the Vinoy Hotel. But, Dennis was her first boyfriend. So, with the help of her friends, Savannah cracks down to uncover Dennis’ killer. Will an old fear hinder Savannah in capturing the culprit?

Etched in Tears may be the fourth book in A Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery series, but it can be read alone. Everything the reader needs to know is in the book. I found the mystery to be easy to read, nicely written and to have a good pace/flow. The author has a lovely writing style that enables to read to become immersed into the story. It was fascinating to read about various methods of glass etching (sand etching sounds messy). I enjoy the characters in A Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery series. They are entertaining and I like how they interact (and work together). I was happy to see Savannah and Jacob develop (personal growth) in Etched in Tears. I am giving Etched in Tears 4 out of 5 stars. The mystery was interesting, and I believe many readers will not immediately figure out the murderer’s identity. I particularly liked how the clues were incorporated into the story (working with the theme of the book). It was clever how she incorporated the enigma machine (such a fascinating instrument). It is interesting to read a book that is set nearby and I appreciate how the author incorporated local history. The author’s description of Dali’s green bench brought it to life in my mind. I have to admit to chuckling over a particular sentence regarding politicians (political leadership) in our country (spot on). I am eager to read more books in A Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery series.

No matter how well secrets may be hidden eventually they come to the surface.
Savannah Webb struggles to balance her work and personal life. All areas appear to be moving in the right direction. Her apprentice is coming into his own and learning how to deal with people and daily life. Her friend, deputy Joy, is proving her value as an officer, capable of taking the lead on a case. Even Rooney is showing grow.
When Savannah is called in to consult on a murder mystery with close ties to her own past she is severely tested. Does she have the time? Can she even consider stepping back? Why did her father feel deep secrecy was called for?
I admit I figured out who easily enough but why and how took me longer. I was also intrgued with the actions and reasoning of the secondary characters. I enjoyed the story as a whole.

Etched in Tears is the fourth book in in Cheryl Hollon’s Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery series and is a fun, light cozy mystery with a well-developed plot and great characters. The story flows at a steady pace, the characters are relatable, and keeps the reader engaged throughout the story. Ms. Hollon has a smooth writing style and she gives her readers a solid mystery with plenty of suspects, red herrings, and twists and turns. I’ve read the previous books in this series and love the way Ms. Hollon has allowed them to grow and develop. I recommend this book for everyone who enjoys cozy mysteries.

Savannah Webb owns Webb’s Glass Shop in St. Petersburg, Florida, the glass shop that her father, John Webb, owned before his death. Amanda Blake is the shop’s manager and Jacob Underwood, who John’s talented apprentice, is a teenager with Asperger’s syndrome and the unique ability to analyze and decipher things. Edward Morris, owner of Queen’s Head Pub and Savannah’s boyfriend. Edward wants to take his relationship with Savannah to the next level, but for reasons she can’t identify, she’s reluctant to completely let him into her life. When a famous etched glass artist is murdered at his own exhibit, at the world-renowned Dali Museum, Homicide Detective David Parker asks Savannah to consult with the police because the victim, Dennis Lansing, was found with an old letter in his jacket pocket that was signed by her father. Dennis was also Savannah’s first boyfriend and a former apprentice at Webb’s Glass Shop. Years ago, John helped create and run an apprentice program for troubled teenagers and Dennis was in the first group of participants. Detective Parker has been called away and has his hands full helping with a crisis in Orlando, so he assigns Officer Joy Williams as the temporary lead investigator. Savannah and her friends, Edward, Jacob, and Amanda, start investigating the murder and devote themselves to finding out what happened. A thorough search of John’s records sheds light on Dennis’s history, but the files are encoded and it takes Jacob’s skills and a WWII German Enigma machine found in the attic to decipher the code.

I received an Advance Reader Copy of this book from NetGalley and voluntarily reviewed it.

Another brilliant story , it's gets better with each book .I especially enjoy reading about Savannahs new family Amanda,Jacob and of course Edward who is British what fun as I can relate to the things he says and the new food he brings to each meeting for them to try. Reading all about glass and special creation they can make this is what makes the series special and different form the rest of the cozy mysteries.
I did guess who the killer was but it didn't spoil the ending for me . Many thanks for letting me read and review this book.

This latest installment proves that this series definitely has staying power. I completely enjoyed the story line and loved how the author had the plot relating back to the past,Savannah's father, and Savannah's first love.
The story and mystery were very strong and didn't have any empty plot points or fillers that deviated from the story itself. We are joined by all of our favorite characters from the series, Savannah, Edward, Amanda, Jacob, and the author did a great job developing each character more, plus adding to the complexity of their relationships.
Overall, this was a strong addition to what is a wonderful, engaging series.

I love this series, and this was another great book and a fantastic series. I love Savannah and her dealings with Jacob and Suzy. It's refreshing to have a character in such a primary role that has an issue (I don't like the word disability) like Jacob's. Great mystery. Fun read. Hard to put down!

I've developed an affection for Savannah Webb and her charming cast of characters at her glass studio. Savannah's issues sometimes impair her progress, which is very human and real. Her first boyfriend and former apprentice to her father is found dead after his successful exhibit at the Dali Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her team, especially the engaging Jacob who is dealing with his mental health issues, is put on the case by the police. If they can find the murderer and if Savannah can get it together for Edward kept me guessing until the end.

As a frequent visitor to St. Petersburg, Florida I am especially fond of this series as it brings to mind some of my favorite places - in the case of this story, the descriptions of the Dali Museum. I am also quite fond of the characters - Samantha, the protaganist, her English boyfriend who is always bringing scones and tea, and especially the character of Jacob, Samantha's apprentice who suffers from Aspberger's syndrome. The author treats him with great sensitivity and is able to bring out and focus on his strengths. The plot is compelling - Samantha is invited to the opening of an exhibit of glass art at the Dali Museum which features the works of her high school boyfriend, When he is found dead in the museum garden the next morning Samantha is asked by the police department to consult with them, as she has in the past on art related homicides. In addition to the twists and turns of the plot and the wonderful characters, this book also gave me a look at what it takes to be a glass artist and made me want to take a glass making class of my own.