I absolutely love cozy mysteries and this one was a great one, great read. Can't wait for more by Alexis Morgan. Love, love, love!

This book was attention getting early on in the story. This was the first Abby McCree mystery I've read, and I look forward to reading more. Kudos to the author for such a well written story. I highly recommend this book to other cozy mystery readers.

This is the fifth book in the Abby McCree Mystery series by Alexis Morgan, set in Snowberry Creek, Washington featuring Abby McCree and Tripp Blackston.

Abby McCree helps organisations to raise money as well as making quilts and generally keeping herself busy. She is in a good place, her tenant, Tripp Blackston is a great friend, and she is currently lending a hand with a 5-kilometre charity run that’s part of the Founder’s Day Celebrations. Gil Pratt, the co-owner of a motorcycle repair shop along with his brother Tripp, is also helping out. Abby is surprised to find that she and Gil work well together but on the day of the race, she witnesses an argument between Gil's brother, Gary and James DiSalvo, a city council member. Police Chief Gage Logan then points the finger of guilt in Gary's direction.

With her resourcefulness and sassy attitude, I was pleased to be back in Abby's company. Alexis Morgan has surrounded Abby with a great supporting cast and Tripp especially is easy to warm to. The connection and chemistry between him and Abby are evident. Abby also has a true friendship and understanding with Police Chief Gage Logan and of course, Zeke, Abby's lovable Mastiff mix, deserves a mention. The author has written a very strong mystery here too. With its great plot, the pacing is comfortable and there were enough red herrings to keep me guessing a while. Alexis Morgan's humorous touches were neat and helped to make Death by the Finish Line a really compelling, fun read. A marvellous addition to this series, I was totally entertained from beginning to end. Bring on book #6!

I received a complimentary digital copy of this novel at my request from Kensington Books via NetGalley and this review is my unbiased opinion.

I found this interesting and I like the MC, Abby and her tenant, Tripp. I do wonder how Abby doesn't have to work if the property she inherited from her Aunt was rundown and needed to rent out to Tripp. But, I enjoy the mysteries and getting to know the characters in town. There was less of the quilt guild in this book, but lots of Tripp, Gil and the sheriff. I did have an idea of who did it, but not how.

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for my eARC in exchange for an honest review.

A comfort cozy mystery in a series that I have found predicable but I still enjoy the read. But I think that's just because I read alot of cozy mysteries.

One of my favorite authors and series. If you haven't read it yet I highly recommend doing so. I suggest reading the books in order.

This was a great installment in the Abby McCree Mystery series! I loved the 5K theme/setting. The plot is fast paced and fun, and I loved the characters. I cannot wait for the next one!

Abby and Gil are co-chairing a fun run for charity and it should have been fun except....James Di Salvo, a city councilman is found murdered and Gil's brother Gary, who argued with him in a public setting, is the main suspect. Cozy readers know that there was more to Di Salvo than most knew and that Abby is going to break her promise to Tripp about investigating. And that things might get dangerous for her. Morgan handles all of these tropes well. The characters are the strong point in this series (I'm especially fond of Tripp) and know that you'll like them immediately (well not all of them!) if it's a standalone for you. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. A very good read and I'm looking forward to the next one.

Through NetGalley, I received a free copy of DEATH BY THE FINISH LINE (Book 5 of the Abby McCree Mysteries), by Alexis Morgan, in exchange for an honest review. Abby has been drafted into organizing a 5k charity run as part of the Founder’s Day Celebration in Snowberry Creek, Washington. This time, Abby’s burden was shared and considerably lightened by the capable assistance of Gil Pratt. As it turns out, Gil’s scary biker appearance hides his veteran service and his efficiency as the operating partner of a local motorcycle repair shop. As inevitable as Abby being roped into public service, a murder blights the event Abby’s been involved in. The evidence all points to Gil’s brother Gary as being the culprit. Gil, knowing of Abby’s history in identifying killers, pleads desperately for Abby to help his brother by proving his innocence. Abby’s leery of the danger involved in investigation, but she just can’t help but help others.

I like this book and the series. I recommend this book and series to fans of cozy mysteries.

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4 stars
Death by the Finish Line
by Alexis Morgan
I absolutely loved this book, and I adore this whole series. Alexis Morgan has a way of pulling the reader in to her plot and characters by making it engaging, silly and relatable. We all know an “Abby” in real life, someone who is constantly finding herself in trouble yet is utterly lovable. I adore her tendency to bake for everyone.
Morgan does her part to shatter stereotypes by writing about bikers and mechanics Gil and Gary as good, honest people who just want to help their community and each other.
I truly hope this series last for a few more books as it is truly a cozy mystery with no swearing, no sex or violence.
I highly recommend this book and as an added bonus even though this is part of a series it can be read as a stand-alone book.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and Netgalley.

I enjoyed this book very much. It's got great characters and a great story. It's interesting and a fast read. I was definitely surprised by who the bad guy was. #DeathbytheFinishLine #NetGalley

Engaging and entertaining cozy mystery. It was delightful to return this small town. I have not read all the books in the series, but have thoroughly enjoyed the ones I have. I need to catch up with the couple that I somehow missed. Yes, the book is complete in itself, but as with most series the characters become friends and one is eager to see what happens in their lives. I do look forward to reading the next one.

Set in Snowberry Creek, Washington, Abby McCree lives in her late Aunt's Victorian house. Her dog Zeke provides some reading laughs. Abby is a well developed character. It's a pleasure to read and watch her character grow. The plot is excellent with lots of twists and turns. Can be read as a standalone but I just love this series.

Death by the Finish Line by Alexis Morgan (Abby McCree Mystery #5) 5 stars

Abby McCree, perennial organizer (can do person for every occasion) volunteers?? to run the 5K charity run for the Founders Day celebration. Her partner for this endeavor is Gil Pratt, co-owner of the local motorcycle shop. At first glance, Gil Pratt is an unlikely candidate for civic engagement, a rough looking vet with some dicey clientele; but he is also highly organized and comes with a strong work ethic. On the day of the race, Gil's brother Gary has an argument with James DiSalvo, a local councilman. Unfortunately, Mr. DiSalvo's body is found along the race route, Before you can say alibi, Gary is arrested on suspicion and Abby is determined to find the real culprit. It doesn't help that Mr. DiSalvo's ideas on civic pride and engagement antagonized a lot of people. Abby has a lot of suspects to winnow through.

I really enjoyed this book; the mystery was interesting, but what really tops it are the interactions between the characters. I loved the relationship between Abby and Tripp. I hope it continues to progress and grow. I also love the way Abby gets reluctantly involved in her various projects. The end of the book promises more drama and mayhem in the future. I can't wait.

Thank you Netgalley and Kensington Books for this ARC.

5th book in a series but works as a standalone. Abby teams up with local mechanic Gil to organize a charity run. At the end of a successful race, the body of a councilman is discovered and Gil's brother is arrested for the crime. Abby gets involved to help clear his name.

Abby McCree can’t say no to the mayor’s assistant and finds herself organizing a 5k charity run for the local schools. Gil Pratt, co-owner of the motorcycle repair shop in town, offers to co-chair the race with her. Between the two of them, the race goes off without a hitch; until it didn’t. At the end of the race, Abby checks for any stragglers to make sure all registrants have made it across the finish line. Unfortunately, one of the runners never made it. When his body is found, Gil’s brother, Gage, is implicated in his death. Abby once again finds herself struggling to solve the case! This is a fast-paced, easy to read mystery which I recommend to anyone who enjoys cozy mysteries.

Thanks go out to Kensington Books and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book and give an honest review.

Death by the Finish Line is the fifth installment in the An Abby McCree Mystery series set in Snowberry Creek, Washington. Connie Pohler, the Mayor's assistant, has once again roped Abby into chairing a committee - this time it's the 5k Charity Run for Founder's Day. Connie has also selected a co-chair in Gil Pratt, veteran, biker and motorcycle repairman. Surprisingly, the unlikely duo work well together and the Salmon Scoot goes off without a hitch - until the end. A last tour of the race circuit to check for stragglers yet to cross the finish line leads to the discovery of a dead runner in a roadside ravine. The body is identified as City Councilman James DiSalvo.

Unfortunately, Gil's younger brother Gary was seen having a loud fight with the victim shortly before the start of the race so, it's really no surprise when Gage Logan, Chief of Police arrests Gary for murder. Despite the rough biker exterior and a reputation to match, Gil knows in his heart that his brother is not a killer and together with Abby and her tenant Tripp sets out to clear Gary's name.

A fast paced plot, the return of many series regulars and Zeke the Mastiff make for a quick afternoon read. I only got half of the whodunit correct - lol. While I'm enjoying the growing relationship between Tripp and Abby - I was almost rooting for her to connect with Gil as they seem to make a better pair. And, it would have been nice to actually "meet" Gary.

I received an advanced copy of Death by the Finish Line from NetGalley via Kensington Publishing. While not required to write a review I am happy to offer my honest opinion.

Another awesome cozy mystery book in this series! Love the characters, the plot, and the hint of romance sprinkled in.
Abby has been roped into spearheading a charity 5K race, along with Gil, a new, but unlikely friend. Gil's brother is seen in a heated argument right before the race begins, and the man he argued with is found murdered along the course of the race. All fingers point in his direction, but amateur sleuth, Abby, will stop at nothing to find the real killer, even though she has promised not to get involved.
Cannot wait until the next book in the series comes out!
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Abby McCree inherited her late aunt's Victorian home in Snowberry Creek, Washington. It was fortuitous because after her divorce, she moved in and suddenly the town took to her right away. Because of her business expertise, Abby has a habit of getting roped into events all year long by the mayor's assistant -- and her tenant, Tripp Blackston, is starting to become something more than just a tenant.

This time out she's working on the Salmon Scoot, a 5k run in which the proceeds of the event will benefit the high school. Her co-chair is the unlikely Gil Pratt, co-owner of a motorcycle repair shop along with his brother. Abby is surprised to find that Gil isn't scary at all, and they actually work well together. But the day of the race, she witnesses an argument between Gil's brother Gary and James DiSalvo, a city council member.

Later, when DiSalvo's lifeless body is found along the race trail, Gary is arrested for the murder. Gil is beside himself, knowing his brother isn't a killer. Now Abby, even though she's promised both Tripp and Sheriff Gage Logan that she will stay out of it, is somehow dragged into the investigation anyway. She's determined that any information she receives she'll turn over to Gage, but if the wrong person thinks Abby might know a little too much, it might also be the last thing she does learn...

This is the fifth book in the series and I have read them all and enjoyed every one of them. I do like the fact that Abby's relationship with Tripp is progressing (albeit slowly), so there's that, but in this book she befriends biker Gil, who somehow develops a soft spot for Abby, and, of course, her baking skills. We also get to see a little more of Gage's relationship with his daughter Sydney, and there's a sweet moment that should please anyone.

However, the dead man's daughter is haranguing Gage daily, and there's another woman who's muddying the waters, making it difficult for Abby to figure out the truth. But her friends are around her, and their tidbits of information are giving her a clue as to what the dead man was truly like, and it might make things easier in the long run.

I will not give out any more information on the plot, but I will say that this book is chock full of action, and the clues are there, even if they are few and far between. The murderer came as a surprise to me, and I am usually very good at this, so that was pleasant and enhanced my enjoyment of the book. It was one that I read in one evening, and a very good cozy to keep you entertained. We also get a hint as to what the next book will be like, and I truly wish I could read it now. Ms. Morgan is a talented writer that knows how to pull in the reader and make them want to be part of the book itself, and I look forward to the next in the series. Highly recommended.

I received an advance copy from the publisher and NetGalley but this in no way influenced my review.

I always enjoy returning to this series set in a small town of Snowberry Creek in the Pacific Northwest. This is the 5th installment in this charming series and can be read as a stand alone. Thank you to the publisher and to Net Galley for he opportunity.

I enjoy this series with well developed charcters that grow with every books. Our protagnist is smart savvy and a good sleuth. Abby's dog Zeke will delight all dog lovers with his comedy and antics. Abby wears a lot of hats in this mystery yet does not hesitate to jump in to investigate. A complicated relationship moves forward as Abby closes in on the true suspect. A fun read that kept me turning pages to conclusion. Well done to the author.