"She didn't believe in coincidences any more than she believed people who said audiobooks aren't real books."

Yes! Bravo Greta! Well said. In Mayhem in Circulation we return to the close-knit town of Larkspur and the trio of librarians Greta, Josie and Iris. This time they are dealing with vandalism and murder just as a reporter arrives to do a special tourism feature on the town. Not the best advertisement. Detective McHenry is on the case again, but there's no reason why Greta and her friends shouldn't help out a bit.

This is book 2 in a series and I enjoyed it every bit as much as book 1. It was a bit slower paced and less bookish, with quite a bit of page time given to the romantic lives of Greta and Josie, but I was still glued to it and read it in one sitting. I love the community of Larkspur and Greta's friendship group is great to read about. All of the characters are distinct without being stereotypes or caricatures. I did guess the murderer but I don't think it was too obvious, more that the author gave you all the information you needed, which I like.

A minor point that I want to flag up is the need for a good proof read. Several times the wrong words were used: wail for whale, gate for gait, and twice aviary instead of avian. I'm sure these will all be fixed by release date but I wanted to mention them in case they've been missed.

This is a great cosy mystery series and I am here for as many installments as the author cares to write. I definitely recommend it.

I'd like to thank the publishers and Netgalley for kindly providing me with an advance release copy. All opinions are my own.

I really wanted to love this book! A cosy small town murder mystery with a librarian sleuth, this sounded perfect. I read the first book in this series, didn’t love it…didn’t like it but I didn’t hate it. So I thought that maybe book 2 would be worth a shot but the things I disliked about the first book were the things I disliked about this one. The characters just don’t do it for me. The main character Greta is really annoying and I don’t understand why she hasn’t been arrested for obstructing an active investigation. Mark McHunkypants is a very boring love interest, he’s dreamy but not much else. And everyone else is kind of one dimensional but there were a few extra nuggets here and there so maybe the development is coming.
This isn’t for me but I’m glad I gave the author another try
I received this book via Netgalley and my ramblings are all my own opinions. Don’t listen to me, read what your heart wants

Greta is the librarian in Larkspur, and she’s busy helping plan the upcoming Falls Festival. When tragedy strikes the town, Greta befriends the local detective. She starts to form her own conclusions about the events and doesn’t know where to turn or who to trust.

I needed a refresh, a break from my usual reading so decided to try out this mystery book from an author I was familiar with. It has small town, Nancy Drew mystery vibes. It has suspense and lots of twists and turns before the culprit is revealed.

It was a pleasant and enjoyable read.

After listening to the audiobook version of the first book, I was really hoping to enjoy this series more in the written format. I definitely did enjoy my reading experience of this one more, but I do think the story of the first book was stronger.

Don’t get me wrong, I didn’t hate this, but I definitely didn’t love it. The mystery element never feels very urgent. There was a literal murderer walking around and at no point did the book feel tense nor did the suspense grow. It does live up to the cosy small-town murder mystery vibes it promised, but I think I’m a bigger fan of grisly mysteries.

My favourite parts of this book were watching Greta and McHenry grow closer. I personally think the author excels more at writing romance than a mystery. However, I don’t have a lot of experience with cosy mysteries so my opinion could be wrong.

I’m not going to give the mystery away, but I do think the resolution was a bit of a cop-out. I don’t feel like it was developed enough to have an impact. It was a good storyline but I feel like it needed just a little more time to really add shock value.

It sounds like I hated every moment of this but I really didn’t. The characters are fun and I love small-town books. I’m not sure if I would consider continuing this series, maybe if there’s a promise of Greta and McHenry’s relationship progressing.

Mayhem in Circulation is a sequel that follows the female protagonist Greta Plank, a local librarian, during Larksupur’s Fall Festival and regional tourism showcase. The reputation and economy of the town depends on how well the line-up of festivities and events go, as it is under scrutiny by a media presence. Greta and the beloved town of Larkspur are thrown then when the mayor turns up dead just before festivities kick off. Greta teams up with Detective McHenry to figure out who could have committed such a crime in their small, tight-knit town. But will they find the culprit before it's too late, with the fate of the town hanging in the balance?

This was a sweet and simple small-town cozy murder mystery with autumnal vibes. Considering I haven’t read the first book in this series, I found the characters and plot very easy to follow, as Dobrinska does enough at the beginning to make sure you are well acquainted with everything before we jump into the plot. I can imagine that if you had read the first book, the first 15% of it would’ve been quite tedious though due to all the recapping. The simple and straight-forward writing style coupled with the short chapters meant that this book flew by very quickly. Even though the first 15-20% of the book drags, the pace definitely picks up by the middle, and Dobrinska doesn’t string out the end either, as is usually particular with books like these. One thing I will say about the writing style is that I don’t think it fits with the marketing of the book; based off the age of the characters and the cover design, I assumed this book was targeted for women in their late 20s to early 30s. Yet, to me, the writing style was reminiscent of what you’d find in a book targeted for older women.

The plot was a bit silly and the characters’ dialogue was a bit clunky at points, but I don’t think that really inhibits the book, as it’s meant to be a fun, light read. At points, the small-town setting felt a bit mundane and this might have been because of the weak characterisation, but again, I don’t think this was meant to be a read you take too seriously.

Overall, despite some weaknesses, this was an enjoyable read that surprised me when I saw how quickly I flew through it.

Thank you to Netgalley, the publishers and of course the author for gifting me this advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

I was immediately drawn to the cover of this book - so cute - and then invested after reading the blurb.
The second book in the Larkspur Library Mysteries with the FMC Greta on the case to solve another murder in the small town in Wisconsin. I thought this was the perfect murder mystery and the perfect time to read it with Autumn in full swing. I was pleased that I was not able to predict the ending and still felt drawn to the characters.
I look forward to the next book in the series!

So while I never read a cozy mystery until the first one in this series, I had to of course follow it up to find out if Greta will ever go on a proper date with the handsome new detective. But alas the three librarians get wrapped up into another murder and mystery surrounding the town! The situations these three librarians put themselves in are relatable to anyone who reads mystery novels and thinks…. Yep that’s why I would do. So now I question if I myself should be a librarian!

Mayhem in Circulation is a precious fall mystery! This is the second book in the Larkspur Library Mystery series, I have not read the first one, but I thoroughly enjoyed this book and know you will to! When the mayor is murdered in a small town right as a reporter arrives to do a town feature what’s a librarian to do, but solve the case? I loved tagging along on this one and taking in the small town coziness.

Very cute for the true crime love her but once it a little bit more dramedy style.

I was able to read this quickly. It was enjoyable, great plot points throughout very easy to follow but intriguing. I had a few moments of laughter or shaking my head, and smiling a little giggles. I feel like it’s a perfect read for a little downtime.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is a lovely written cozy mystery with a nice sprinkle of romance added in. Everything just blends and works together to make this a great story, I’ll admit I didn’t realise it was the second in a series but felt like I could easily follow along and will most likely go back and read the first one now.

Highly recommend this book.

This cozy mystery will captivate readers with its relaxing atmosphere that lingers from the very beginning till the end. While some may find the pacing a bit slow and subdued, it was a good read.

One of the highlights of this book is the charming setting of Northern Wisconsin during the vibrant autumn season, which adds an extra layer of warmth and coziness to the overall reading experience. Additionally, the choice of a librarian as the main character adds a unique and intriguing element to the story.

Overall, despite the slower pace, I enjoyed reading it and would highly recommend it to fellow book lovers.

Thank you to NetGalley and Level Best Books for allowing me to read and review this book.

Cute cozy mystery the second in the Larkspur Library series. I enjoyed this one it was an easy read and if you are into cozy mysteries this is a series for you. I want to thank NetGalley and Level Best Books for the arc in exchange for an honest review. I will definitely continue to read this series as it comes out.

This book is like a cup of hot chocolate meets Gilmore Girls. It’s perfect for anyone who’s ever wanted a solve a mystery with their best friends. This is my new definition of a cozy mystery and I loved every second of reading it!

From the sassy librarians to the quaint small town to a swoon worthy romance, this is the perfect book to read while curled up on an autumn day.

I definitely need to check out the other books in this series!

I always enjoy a cozy with a librarian sleuth. This is the first book I've read in this series, and I think it works well as a standalone. This mystery set in a tourist town (do they always have to be charming tourist villages?) is perfectly fine. I like Greta, and the cast of characters is...gosh, I don't know how to say this. This is an easy breezy read, and it's a nice escapist way to spend a couple of hours. There's not anything particularly memorable about it for me, though. The identity of the killer is rather easy to predict, too. But for a lighthearted afternoon, this book works.

Review copy provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Mayhem in Circulation is the second book in the Larkspur Library cozy mystery series by Leah Dobrinska. I absolutely loved the first book in the series [book:Death Checked Out|62896651] and was very excited for this new installment. It definitely did not disappoint.

The book is set in the small town of Larkspur, Wisconsin. This is a delightful cozy mystery about Larkspur, a small town in Wisconsin.

The main character, Greata Plan is preparing for the Fall Festival in town and the publicity in the Midwest Now paper.

Things are not going well as there is someone in town sabotaging everything. Then when the reporter from the Midwest Now is due to arrive, there is a body found.

Greta and her friends set out to investigate the murder and save the Fall Festival.

This was such a fun cozy mystery. If you are looking for the perfect fall cozy, this is it.

This can be definitely read as a stand-alone book, but Death Checked Out is equally fantastic.

Greta Plank and the gang are back and ready to solve another murder in this sequel to Death Checked Out!

This time, the fall festival is fastly approaching and things are getting bad. Vandalism, murder and shady characters all around and Greta's friend has gone missing.

I really wanted to enjoy this one, but it was difficult to connect with. I felt like there was less chemistry between the characters and no one really cared about the murder victim. All of the suspects were unlikable to the point where I almost thought every single one of them committed the murder together. 

I also know this author writes closed door romances, which is fine, but the main character and her love interest still hasn't even held hands by the end of this one so I found myself losing any investment into that.

I will say that the mystery elements kept me on my toes and I was guessing almost to the end. I like when books make me second guess myself. 

I give this read 3 stars. 

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

Greta & her sleuthing are back for another stroll through Larkspur! I was so excited to grab this book off NetGalley!

Larkspur sounds wonderful & I still want to go visit there. While there’s some weird stuff going on, it still has that small town, close knit vibe that I love so much.

Greta is such a lovable & relatable character! She’s kind, loves reading, and works at the library. She’s also very community oriented! She loves her small town and (most) of the people who live there.

Then there’s Detective McHenry. His banter with Greta is *chefs kiss* He’s sweet, funny, and means business.

As with Death Checked Out I loved all of the side characters as well. I enjoyed reading more about Josie and Iris—and all of the other characters that make Larkspur amazing.

The entire time I kept thinking I knew what happened. Mayhem in Circulation definitely kept me guessing!

Leah knows how to write a good cozy mystery, that’s for sure!

This is a delightful cozy mystery about Larkspur, a small town in Wisconsin.
Local librarian Greta Plank and her library posse are helping prepare the town for the Fall Festival and its profile in the publication Midwest Now. Things do not go according to plan. Somebody is sabotaging the town, and the day the reporter is set to arrive, someone is found dead.
As a librarian, I was really fascinated by this book. I especially enjoyed Greta and McHenry’s interactions. The book gave off major cozy fall vibes, and I would have really loved to go there and spend time with the librarians around town or at Mugs & Hugs.
The book will keep you on your toes wondering who is behind it all.
This is a great book to read on a crisp fall day with a nice cup of cocoa and a warm blanket.

I hadn't read the first book in this series, but I really adored this book. I liked Greta and all the cast of characters of the small town of Larkspur. I would love to visit. Being a librarian I loved all the interaction within the library and loved all the fall vibes.
A nice cozy fall read.

Thanks NetGalley for this ARC.

I was first drawn to this book because of the cover and the fall vibes. I didn't realize that this book was the second in the series and I didn't read the first book. I still found the book enjoyable and it reminded me a bit of the show the Gilmore Girls. The cute festive fall festival, the friendships and the small town vibes make it for a perfect cozy fall book.