‘There’s No Murder Like Showmurder’ is a interesting, cozy and engaging read (plus: extra points for the fun and creative title). I haven’t read a book set in a theater ‘world’ before, but I definitely enjoyed this one. I liked the plot with it’s twists and turns. Overall a satisfying cozy murder mystery.

This was pretty good. I enjoyed it, but it definitely wasn’t one of my favorites. The story was ok, just not as exciting as the description made it sound.

I think this is the first book in a new cozy series. I love the theater setter. Being a non-theatrical person (in all senses of the word), this setting is totally new to me, and it's loads of fun. I also really enjoy the main character, costume shop head Tasha. She has some good growth during the book, and she solves the murder. The plotting is fine, though it's a touch dry to me. I look forward to seeing how the series develops in the next book. I'd give this one 3-1/2 stars.

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

I enjoyed reading the book, for its description of the world of a private theatre somewhere in the USA. But the story was slow to unravel, and only told from the point of view of the main character. The descriptions of the people, the locations, and the events are quite corresponding to anything anywhere we can watch or read about. As a result, the book seems far too long. It is a shame because when, like me, you read it till the end, the way the mystery unravels is better paced. Still, I must be honest and explain that I skipped the laments or when the main character ruminates over and over the same elements (no spoiler). It is well written, and the chapters are well-structured, but it becomes monotonous by the lack of unexpected traits of character or twist. It might be the first of a series, the following plots could be more "nervous".

This book is a fun cozy mystery to curl up and read when you need something familiar. I was intrigued by the musical theater and mystery combination and I think it really worked for the plot. The main character is trying to launch an investigation of her own when she thinks that some people aren't who they say they are. Unfortunately for her, this ends in a lot of confusion and some very public outbursts. I was pleasantly surprised by the ending, as I truly didn't see it coming and I was not able to guess the murderer before the last couple of pages. Overall, this is a great cozy mystery with an even better cover.

Tasha Weaver plays not only in the background as a costume seamstress but on the main stage in solving a too close to home murder. I enjoyed the theater location, small town feel and unexpected ending of this fun who dun it. I felt even more connected as our local college performed Annie Get Your Gun last year.

There's No Murder Like Show Murder is a fun mystery that keeps you guessing until the end. I enjoyed the story very much, although I did struggle to get into it at first. I liked the character development, and the connections the main character, Tasha, finds to her deceased mother. At times it did feel over-wordy, for lack of a better term, and I was surprised to find a word I had to look up in a cozy mystery, which I normally find to be a very easy read.
Overall I would recommend this book to friends, especially those who have spent any time in theater.

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read it!

I loved how the main character was portrayed in the book. I liked how I didn't immediately guess who the bad guy was. The whole book engaged me from beginning to end.

I am sometimes hesitant to read a new series by a new author. This one was a pleasant surprise. I found the concept of it taking place in a theatre to be interesting. Hearing about the difficulties of getting ready for a performance in a small town added to the story. Tasha happens to become involved with the death of an actor and then feels guilty and wants to find out who did it. There are enough red herrings to keep you guessing til the end.

Tasha Weaver lives and breathes her local off-Broadway theater. She is in charge of costuming. And a big show is coming up. The theater has experienced financial difficulty. To make matters worse, a local real estate developer is trying to buy up the theater and turn it into a commercial development. But the theater management has a plan. They are bringing in two "brand name" Broadway actors to do the show "Annie Get Your Gun".

While the male actor is difficult to work with, it looks like the plan is going to work. Until he shows up dead. Tasha realizes that she has to get to the bottom of the mystery. Using her group of fellow costumers, she sets out on the dangerous path to find the murderer.

The plot has a good share of twists and turns. The characters are well-developed. I loved the author's writing style. I highly recommend this book for readers of casual mysteries.

'There's No Murder Like Show Murder' by M. S. Greene.
The title was what first drew me to this book, I love a murder mystery and a good pun. So thumbs up there.
I loved that the book was set in a theatre and it included all the stuff that happens behind the scenes from costumes to props. And I loved Hilly the theatre cat, I wish they would of been in it more.
Overall I enjoyed the book, I guessed the wrong murderer a few times through the book so that is always a good sign of a mystery. I would recommend this to fans of cosy crime. It's a quick and easy read.
Thankyou to NetGallery UK, the author and the publishers for letting me read a copy in return for an honest review.

“There’s No Murder Like Show Murder” is a very charming quick read that any #theatrekid will appreciate. You rarely see books set in this world. If you love theatre and are looking for a nice cozy read, try this book! Even though I the setting drew me in, it took me a minute to get into it. Hence, the star rating.
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Five stars. Five stars. A more coherent review to come in the future, but I'd definitely recommend this one.

I love Cozy Mysteries. They are nice to read after reading an intense novel. This one didnt dissapoint.

I loved that the main character is a costume Manager as i have grandkids and they love costumes. So def made me smile on this aspect.

Def had me guessing, that is what makes a great novel to me. One thing the characters have to remember is usually animals have the instinct on people whether they are good and bad. That feeling should never be avoided.

Thanks to NetGalley for allowing me to read and review.

I had trouble downloading this to a device I could read comfortably on. I'm glad I found a way to do so. This book was fun, and a fast read. I really enjoyed it and would most definitely read more by M.S. Greene.

"There's No Murder Like Show Murder" by M.S. Greene is a great new cozy mystery that could be a standalone or the start to a new theatre tech themed series. Having a BFA in Costume Production, I particularly enjoyed this story. The main character is a costume shop manager. I have done that role and can commiserate with some of the challenges the character is faced with some major last minute wardrobe changes.

The mystery part had me jumping between suspects up until the last 10% of the book. Rule of thumb, always trust the animal sidekick and if someone is too invested in what you're finding out they might be the killer.

This talented author has written a page turner. Realistic characters keep the story moving quickly. Mystery and intrigue. Family and friends. Secrets and red herrings…even the title is intriguing. This is a fun book. Thanks Netgalley.

This murder mystery was a fun and anticipating read as I read it in one day. I couldn’t put the ebook down as I easterly awaited the next chapter and the outcome. This was my first book by this author and I’m pleased to find out I will be reading other books by them. The pacing was great and the story wrapped up perfectly. My younger Nancy Drew self so happy right now.



Thankful to the publisher for providing an e-ARC via NetGalley.

#TheresNoMurderLikeShowMurder is a first in a new series that I thoroughly enjoyed.
Tasha Weaver is the head of Costumes at the Eastbrook Playhouse, located in Connecticut.
The designers and actors are preparing for the debut of Annie Get Your Gun, featuring Kurt Mozer.
The playhouse needs this production to be a hit, otherwise the building may be in danger of being sold, and the new plans don't appeal to everyone.
When Kurt is killed and another actor is threatened, Tasha digs in her heels and is determined to find the truth, even if it puts those she cares about on the suspect list.

I really liked the characters in this book and the story was well written and kept me guessing until the end.
I'm looking forward to reading more in this series.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for selecting me to read an advanced copy of the book.