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This is the first book in the series that I’ve read. I love Halloween themed mysteries! This one will definitely get you into the spooky season spirit. I’ll have to go start the series from the beginning.
This is my first book in this series but that cover drew me in! I'm a sucker for a cozy Halloween themed mystery. I had no problem enjoying this even with it being the middle of a series new to me. I plan on reading more in this series
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Mischief Nights Are Murder is an autumn/Halloween-themed cozy in the Poppy McAllister Mystery series. Once more, Poppy finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation. However, this time, she is also dealing with not only a tour group full of ghost hunters and paranormal academics but also a B&B guest list that includes an unscrupulous tabloid writer and a quirky pet psychic. I absolutely loved Owen (the pet psychic) and Figaro's friendship. Aunt Ginny continues to be her usual delightfully mischievious self. The mystery is intriguing, and I enjoyed getting to visit all of the other inns and B&Bs in Cape May. Mischief Nights Are Murder has everything one would want in an autum cozy: fall weather, tons of pumpkins, and plenty of ghost stories. I absolutely love this series; I already can't wait for Poppy's next adventure!
Aunt Ginny is up to something, of course, she won't reveal it until she is ready! In the meantime, there will be missing bags of Halloween candy, strange guests appearing on the doorstep, and Poppy finds that she and the Butterfly House are committed to the town's Haunted Homes Tour--- Oh my! The 8th addition to the Poppy McAllister series is fast paced and action oriented. Mischief Nights are Murder has everything I want in a cozy Autumn read: a suspicious death, ghosts, psychics, sassy pets, 'ghost-busters', zany situations, and laughter galore.
I will say I am glad for small amounts of progress in some of Poppy's relationships---if I had some of her snarky friends and relatives, I would not be as nice as she. I did enjoy the read and look forward to the next addition. #MischiefNightsAreMurder #NetGalley
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Thank you Net Galley for providing this book and allowing me to read it in advance. I was unable to personally get into this book but that is the power of reading. There’s books for everyone. I know someone else will adore it!
Libby Klein has done it again! Poppy's latest adventure, Mischief Nights are Murder, is another hilarious and murderous romp around Cape May, with the added bonus of ghouls, goblins, and ghosts, and a Haunted Dinner tour that Poppy has been roped into participating in (as well as spending her days cooking Italian food on the down-low, which is a story in and of itself!!!). There aren't enough words to describe the madness that ensues, so I will only say this - read it, and read it now. You will not regret it (unless of course you don't like hysterically funny laugh-out-loud cozies featuring a cast of characters so entertaining words cannot even properly describe them). I've said it before and I'll say it again, Poppy is my spirit animal! A+++, 5 stars, and my highest recommendation!
Looking for Cozy Fall Spooky vibes? Read this mystery! Poppy the owner of the Butterfly B&B is coerced into taking part of the towns haunted dinner tours. She ends up hosting some very odd characters including a tabloid reporter, paranormal investigators, and a Pet Psychic! When one of the dinner guests ends up dead it is Poppy's job to figure out who the killer is!
Libby's writing is so smart and sarcastic, I was laughing out loud so many times. We already know the main cast of characters including the crazy Aunty Ginny and her group of Biddie's, now we meet some newer characters who really shined for me- Kenny the "manservant" (house cleaner) is one of my new favorite characters, and the interaction between Poppy's cat Figaro and Owen the pet psychic became some of my favorite scenes!! The mystery was good, I definitely didn't see the reveal coming. The ending leaves on a cliffhanger which is fantastic, and I have suspicions on how the next book will start.... This is one of the best cozy series and I will be very sad when it ends!
"Nothing tastes better with hollandaise than a clean conscience."
Thank you Netgalley and Kensington Books for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
Another hilarious adventure with one of my favorite crews.
Added unwillingly to a "haunted hotel" tour and having the guests forced to stay with them until a murder is solved leads to complications.
Aunt Ginny's friends add to the merriment and make this a delightful read, especially for more mature readers.
I really enjoy this series. Poppy always seems to be around when there is a murder. This one happened at her B&B during a paranormal B&B tour. Poppy of course the amateur sleuth and is really good as she always solves the murder before the police. This one the murderer that no one thought about. THIS BOOK IS A VERY GOOD COZY.
Another awesome addition to the Poppy McAllister Mysteries by Libby Klein. This time the B&B is participating in the Cape May Haunted Dinners tour during the Halloween season. Murder happens at the first dinner so Poppy sets out to solve while juggling reporters, ghost hunters and tourists. With lots of twists and turns, great characters and a solid mystery this is a great read. Thanks#Netgalley and #Kensington for the eARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are mine.
Through NetGalley, I received a free copy of MISCHIEF NIGHTS ARE MURDER (Book 8 of the Poppy McAllister Mysteries) by Libby Klein, in exchange for an honest review. Poppy McAllister is already busy herding her mischievous aunt and B&B employees when she’s conscripted into participating in the Cape May Haunted Dinners Tour during the Halloween season. When one of the diners is murdered during the very first dinner, Poppy finds herself on the hunt for another killer. Meanwhile, Poppy is trying to fend off tabloid reporters, ghost hunters, and tourists of the macabre while taking over cooking for the restaurant belonging to her boyfriend’s grandmother. Also, Poppy’s Aunt Ginny is being besieged by mischief makers playing jokes on the B&B.
I liked this book and enjoy the series. I recommend the book to fans of the series and the series to fans of cozy murder mysteries featuring B&Bs, small towns, interesting relatives, animal sidekicks, and gluten-free recipes.
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Poppy McAllister is far from pleased when her elderly Aunt Ginny signs up their bed and breakfast to be part of the Cape May Haunted Dinners Tour. On the first night of the tour, Poppy's guests include several paranormal researchers, a pet physic, and a tabloid reporter who is planning to write an expose about Poppy and her "talent" for finding dead bodies. Several of the guests know each other, and they spend most of the evening arguing before one of them drops over dead during the dessert course. When the medical examiner determines that Professor Simon Beck's was poisoned, Poppy, Aunt Ginny, and the rest of the B&B employees find themselves on the suspect list along with the dinner guests. To keep her B&B up and running for the rest of the haunted tour, Poppy agrees to tag along with her original dinner group and spy on them for the police.
My main reason for reading MISCHIEF NIGHTS ARE MURDER was the Halloween/haunted tour theme. I found the book to be very entertaining, and I thoroughly enjoyed the ghost stories and paranormal investigation of Poppy's bed and breakfast. The main characters are all quirky and, for the most part likeable. The pet psychic and his numerous chats with Figaro the cat had me laughing out loud. There are plenty of suspects with plausible motive for wanting the professor dead. I was kept guessing about the killer's identity until the end. MISCHIEF NIGHTS ARE MURDER is a fun cozy mystery that I would definitely recommend.
The Butterfly Wings B&B is part of a dinner ghost tour. Unfortunately, on the first night of the tour, a guest is murdered. Will Poppy be able to solve the murder before an innocent person goes to jail?
It was another great visit to Cape May with Poppy, Aunt Ginny, Figaro, and all their friends.
I couldn't love this series more, and this book is no exception! I can't wait for the next adventure!
If you like fun holiday cozies, this is the first one you should grab. Ms. Klein’s cast is a hoot and her depictions of the action are detailed enough to create movie like scenes in your mind. Her lead character is plagued by an eccentric aunt with a friend group of the same caliber, employees who give her gray hair and a sweetie who comes with a little extra. I highly recommend for any cozy lover...and it comes with some delicious sounding recipes in the back.
I requested and received a NetGalley ARC gratis and offer my opinion in the same.
Mischief Nights Are Murder by Libby Klein is book #8 in the Poppy McAllister Mystery series. Fun! Fun! Fun! Believe me with Aunt Ginny in the mix you'll be laughing your way through the book. I know I was. I love this series and this latest addition is one of the best stories yet. It was great getting reacquainted with all the regular characters. Once again Poppy has her hands full keeping up with Aunt Ginny. Aunt Ginny is a real hoot! Made me chuckle to read that the Biddies nicknamed Poppy, Murder Magnet. Loved the scene with Poppy and Gia's Mama. I really did laugh my way through this book. Can't wait for the next one.
Poppy and aunt Ginny is back for another funny adventure. This one was awesome as usual. Its Halloween and of course aunt Ginny signs Poppy up for a Haunted Ghost Dinner Tour. As usual things do not go as planned and someone is murdered the first night of the dinner. I love this cast of characters! The ending will surprise you and leaving you wanting more.
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I read the first Poppy McAllister Mystery (CLASS REUNIONS ARE MURDER) in January this year, and had caught up on all seven books by April. I adore this series! It might actually be my favourite cozy series, on par with Amanda Flower’s Amish Sweet Shop or Molly MacRae’s Haunted Yarn Shop.
I actually listened to books #2 through #7 on Scribd, narrated by Callie Beaulieu. There’s a lot of different accents/voices in this series, between a Ukrainian housemaid, the assorted guests, and Gia (love of my life) and his family, and Beaulieu brings them to life marvellously. If you like audiobooks, and are looking to try this series, the first seven books are (currently) available, and would be a great way to start.
In MISCHIEF NIGHTS ARE MURDER, the eighth in the series, we hit that traditional cozy mystery instalment – the Halloween mystery. MISCHIEF NIGHTS ARE MURDER plays this off perfectly. After seven dead bodies, people are starting to suspect something fishy about Poppy and her B&B (as you would! I love that this series actually tackles that aspect of long-running sleuth series, where how often the protagonist finds bodies would definitely start to seem suspicious) so it’s a natural choice for a stop on the towns Haunted B&B Tour, and a batch of really quirky pet-psychic, ghost-hunting, or psychic-sceptic guests.
By this point in the series, the regulars are well-established and I love them dearly. Aunt Ginny and her pack of eccentric friends “the biddies” cause as much trouble as expected, Poppy’s love life continues to face challenges while being adorable, and Poppy’s relationships with some of the smaller characters continue to develop and evolve.
There’s such a good sense of humour in these stories, and each book has had me genuinely laugh out loud a couple of times. I really like Poppy as a protagonist. She’s snarky and funny (and not always perfectly nice) and really relatable.
MISCHIEF NIGHTS ARE MURDER is a wonderful instalment in a fabulous cozy series, and I really recommend all the Poppy McAllister Mysteries to cozy mystery readers.
A fair story, but must admit I struggled at times to stay invested in the story. Poppy and her gang at the B&B are included in a ghost tour (around Halloween of course), and there is plenty of activity, especially when murder occurs. Liked it enough to read to the end, and would recommend, but would help if you read others in the series first.
I love cozy mysteries and this one hit the spot. Another wonderful addition to the series. Great read. Plus, I love spooky season
"Mischief Nights Are Murder" is a delightful cozy mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. The book is full of quirky characters, witty banter, and a charming setting that will make you feel like you're right in the heart of the action.
Poppy McAllister, is a relatable and endearing character who is easy to root for. Her witty sense of humor and determination make her a refreshing change from the typical amateur sleuth. The plot is well-crafted and keeps the reader engaged throughout. The mystery is intriguing, with plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing. The resolution is satisfying and ties up all the loose ends nicely.
Overall, "Mischief Nights Are Murder" is a fun and entertaining read that will appeal to fans of cozy mysteries. Libby Klein is a talented writer with a knack for crafting engaging characters and compelling mysteries. The book is full of witty one-liners and pop culture references that will have you laughing out loud. The pacing is just right, with plenty of twists and turns to keep you on your toes, but never so many that you lose track of the story. I recommend this to anyone looking for a light-hearted and cozy mystery.