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A lovely cozy read sprinkled woth some of my favourites topics tried to be written in a Sherlock Holmes’s style

The Story was entertaining. It was your typical closed circle mystery in a Sherlock style. It didn't blow me away but it was an easy read. The audio was good also but the British narrator messed me up a little since it was set in Massachusetts. It did anchor the setting. I will definitely give the series another try.

I love a good cozy mystery! One that incorporates all of my favorite topics (i.e. genealogy, bookstores, libraries, cooking, painting, inn keeping, animals, etc.), throwing in some action-suspense, a who-done-it, interesting characters, and a plot that keeps me guessing, then you’ve got me hooked. I will say, I am one of those people who like to read a series from the beginning, but I often find you don’t have to… either way I highly recommend reading A Three Body Problem by Vicki Delany.

*I received a complimentary copy of this novel from NetGalley at my request and this review is my own unbiased opinion.*

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an electronic copy to read in exchange for an honest review.

I jumped into this one not knowing that it was part of a cozy mystery series. That being said, I don't feel like I was too lost. As with most cozies, the mystery is unique in each book but the character development progresses throughout. Sure, I would have loved more background info on the recurring characters and their relationships but not having it wasn't detrimental to the enjoyment of the book. I could definitely see myself coming back to read this series from the start.

Once again Gemma is involved in a murder investigation, but after all it did happen right in front of her. Hosting a Sherlock Holmes get together can be murder.
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A delightful cozy mystery! I enjoyed it very much. If you enjoy mysteries or stories with an amateur sleuth, and do not need the graphic reality with descriptions of gore and violence, this is a good choice. You can follow the clues to solve the mystery without any threat of nightmares.

In A Three Book Problem by Vicki Delany, the seventh installment in the A Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mystery series, wealthy philanthropist and prominent Sherlockian David Masterson has rented Suffolk Gardens House, where he plans to entertain his friends in a traditional English country house weekend.
On this occasion, Mrs. Hudson's Tea Room has been chosen to cater the event, so Gemma and Jayne, assisted in the kitchen by Ryan, are directly involved in the mystery, being present at the time of the crime.
Once again, Vicki Delany delights us with an entertaining story, with frequent mentions of other books related to the life and work of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and his most famous creation: Sherlock Holmes.
I thank the author and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.
The opinion I have expressed above is based solely on what I think and feel about this book.

I really like this series. Sometimes the main character can be a little annoying but in this book she is better, I like that the series is set on Cape Cod. I live near there and enjoy the virtual visit.

This is a Sherlock Holmes Bookshop mystery and I was glad to see the series is still going strong. The seventh release is as fresh and intriguing as the first. Delaney weaves her complex plot with engaging characters and wonderful details about Sherlock Holmes. She has a glowing endorsement from Carolyn Hart, and it is well deserved. I've enjoying every release in this captivating series and you will, too.

I enjoyed this episode of the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mystery series. The author brought the main characters to life. I also loved the setting and the fact that there is a creed to follow to belong to the Sherlock Holmes club. I also loved the bit about Benedict Cumberbatch and how he was the best ever, which some agreed with and others disagreed. I want to thank the author, the publisher, and Netgalley for giving me an e-copy of this book, in return for an honest review.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Crooked Lane Books for my copy of A Three Book Problem by Vicki Delany in exchange for an honest review. It published January 11, 2022.
Yet another great book in this series! I just love this series! I especially loved this installment, it totally made me think of Clue! I did not see the end coming, and that is a sign of a great mystery!

Delany keeps readers on the edge of their seat when reading the books in this series and A Three Book Problem is no different. The cast of characters that she has provided will also keep you turning the pages as quickly as you can.....you will want to get to the bottom of things and find out who killed David and why. Everyone involved seems to have some reason for disliking him as well as each other it seems. As you get deep into the story and realize that the group was anything but friends, you may start wondering why there was only one murder.....but know that with Gemma and Ryan, they will solve the case and arrest the right person for the crime

A Three Book Problem is the seventh book in the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mystery series, but it can easily be read as a standalone.

Gemma Doyle, owner of the favourite bookshop for Sherlock Holmes lovers, is employed by David Masterson to cater and decorate the old adobe of Suffolk Gardens House for his retreat of Sherlockians. Unfortunately on the second day of this special weekend Mr. Masterson is murdered and all the guests become possible culprits.

I've enjoyed this book. The mystery is good, the pace is nice, and the assorted group of characters make the investigation absorbing and engaging.

I'm looking forward to the next book.

Nice series and book. I enjoyed catching up with the characters in this setting. The mystery is always interesting and intriguing. I would recommend!

I really enjoyed this book although I hadn't read the previous ones in the series.
Gemma was a likeable character. Gemma and Ryan are also adorable together. I have a lot of catching up to do. I should probably go read all the previous books to get a better sense of the story.
Overall it was a really cosy mystery.
Anything with Sherlock Holmes I am definitely in!

Love the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop series. Each one has a charming setting and cast of characters, and this was no exception.

A THREE BOOK PROBLEM - Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mysteries

This book started out really good, but unfortunately, with the formatting issues of missing letters and storyline, I started to lose interest around the fifty percent mark. I may dive back into this one later; right now, it’s a DNF at 52%.

Thank you, NetGalley and Crooked Lane Books (Quick Brown Fox & Company LLC.), for providing me with an eBook of A THREE BOOK PROBLEM at the request of an honest review.

Jemma, much like the famous detective Sherlock Holmes, must use her sharp reasoning skills and an impressive English accent to investigate the case of a darting victim at a peculiar gathering. The party, held at a mysterious Victorian home, was to discuss the Cannon while dressed in period attire. However, the host of the event receives little praise from the guests. With the help of her best friend, the talented baker and cook Jayne Wilson, and her clever and handsome detective boyfriend, Ryan Ashburton, Jemma has an advantage over Sherlock. Everyone at the gathering is a potential suspect, with motives, real or perceived, including the grieving widow who may be putting on an act. This book is an excellent read filled with unexpected twists, and insightful deductions, and even includes mini mushroom tarts to enhance the experience.

Dollycas’s Thoughts

David Masterson is a prominent Sherlockian and a wealthy philanthropist and a frequent customer of the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop and Emporium. He has decided to invite some friends and other Sherlockians for an English country house weekend at the Suffolk Gardens House. He has hired Gemma and Jayne to cater the event and use items from the Emporium to stage the house with all things Sherlock-related. They have also enticed Detective Ryan Ashburton, Gemma’s boyfriend to join them to help with preparing and serving the food.

David’s “friends” are not what Gemma, Jayne, and Ryan were expecting. Some appear to know nothing about Sherlock Holmes or act like they are not really happy to be there. Most seem to have ulterior motives for attending the weekend.

While meeting with Jayne and Gemma in the library a poison dart flies through the window screen and penetrated David’s neck and he quickly dies. With the good detective on the premises, the investigation quickly starts but it also puts Gemma and Jayne right in the thick of things. They know the killer has to be a guest of David’s and they aren’t going to miss their chance to question each of them.

Will they be able to throw the book at the guilty party or will the killer book it out of the Suffolk Gardens House and get away with murder?

This is one of my favorite cozy series!

Vicky Delany is a master storyteller. She has created such strong characters that continue to grow and evolve in each book. Gemma and Jayne have such a strong relationship and work together so well. They know each other’s strengths and weaknesses and even those out. Gemma’s observation skills are extraordinary and Jayne is the sounding board to help the clues fall into place. I am so happy to see Ryan and Gemma’s relationship going so well. He does value her talents even though he would like her to leave the investigating to him and his partner Louise. He is a smart man though and is just happy that Gemma shares her findings and theories with him sometimes with Louise simmering in the background.

The secondary characters were very interesting. As more of the victim’s life/lifestyle was uncovered it was clear to see everyone with the exception of Gemma, Jayne, and Ryan could have had a reason to kill the man. It was like I had a virtual Rolodex as I tried to keep track of all the information provided, shuffling the cards several times moving different people to the top of my personal suspect list. I was still shuffling right up until all was revealed.

The Suffolk Gardens House was a great setting for this basically closed-room mystery although it is an isolated big house with several rooms. The property had been on the market for some time but from the house to the garden it had not been maintained well. The author’s descriptions brought the place to life for me. It also made me imagine what a gem it could be had it been built and maintained better. The garden if taken care of could be amazing.

A Three Book Problem was a splendid who-dun-it with engaging characters full of twists and turns. You truly can’t go wrong with any book written by Vicki Delany. I can’t wait to get my hands on the next Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mystery. The Game is a Footnote hits store shelves on January 10, 2023.

A Three Book Problem works for all cozy mystery fans, whether they’ve read the first six books in the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mystery series or not.
Tea shop owner Jayne Watson was hired to prepare all of the meals for a Sherlock Holmes-themed weekend at the Suffolk Garden House, and she enlisted friends Gemma Doyle and Gemma's boyfriend Ryan Ashburton to assist her during the weekend. When Gemma’s great-uncle Arthur is unable to attend, Gemma takes his place in the weekend’s events. In her dual role as guest and kitchen assistant, Gemma has unique access to the mansion and its inhabitants.
Host David Masterson allegedly selected his guests because of their interest in Sherlock Holmes. The houseguests are an unsettling group, some of which have questionable interest in Sherlock Holmes. Not surprisingly, money is a common pull, and the guests and helpers want to stay close to David to stay close to the money.
One mansion dweller who wants to get closer to the money murders David with a dart. Gemma is immediately cleared from suspicion, so she is able to gather information for Ryan, who has to leave the mansion and put on his police hat to bring the killer to justice. Will Gemma uncover the guests’ secrets and solve the case, or will this be one time when the killer gets away with the crime?
Fans of the Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mystery series will appreciate that the latest book is as fun and fresh as its predecessors, with the right Holmesian touches tying it to Delany’s series. It’s enjoyable catching up with Gemma, Jayne, and Ryan. They’re familiar, but they’re still interesting and developing.

But all cozy mystery fans rejoice, because those new to the series will enjoy the book as well. It is an entertaining standalone book that provides a complete story that gives new readers everything they need to enjoy it. As someone who joined the series in the middle, I must warn you that you will want to read those earlier books. The setting, characterization, and characters are so enjoyable that it would be difficult to stop reading the series after just one book.

Thanks to NetGalley and Crooked Lane Books for providing a review copy of the book.