I liked it. A great addition to the series. Such a fun setting for a cozy mystery too. I love all the development for all the characters we know and love at this point. Can’t wait for next years.

I can’t get enough of this series. Holly as an innkeeper is just the cherry on top and is easily one of my favorite aspects of this series! Her and her husbands first anniversary approaching is a wonderful addition of romance and I love their interactions. Without giving anything away, the ending was tied up so perfectly -a giant red Christmas bow and all! 🤌🏼❤️

I truly appreciated the past coming back to ‘haunt’ the characters in the future. After all, skeletons don’t always stay in the closet. Holly and her natural tendency towards sleuthing gets better and better with every book -book 6……I hope you’re on the horizon for next year!

Today I’m talking about the newest novel in Jacqueline Frost’s Christmas Tree Farm Mystery series, I’ll be Home for Mischief, which was one of the books I featured in my Christmas preview last month.

This is the fifth book in the Christmas Tree Farm Mystery series and I found it just as fun as the others that have come before it. These books are some of the cosiest cosy mystery books I have reads – how could they not be when they’re set in a place like Mistletoe in the midst of all its very festive cheer! I would actually love to spend Christmas at the inn Holly runs – except for the murders of course!

I’m not sure whether it’s because I’ve read this one relatively early in the year, and I’m sort of used to the festivities and activities on Holly’s parents’ farm as the background after four books in this setting, but I felt like this one leaned more into the continuing stories of the characters than previous book, which I really liked (I’m hoping I’ve spotted some clues that we might get some more stories from these characters set outside of the Christmas season).

Holly and her friends, family, community, and town continue to be charming and warm and fun, and I felt like the mystery part of the story unfolded will, with good pacing and a satisfying ending.

With these sorts of mystery series it isn’t really necessary to read them in order since the books are stand alones, and enough context is given to understand how the characters fit together. That said, I think that now that there are a few books in the series and the peripheral characters’ stories are starting to build, you might get a bit more out of reading some of the previous books first (I’d recommend them all anyway, and this one isn’t out until November so there’s time!).

Thanks to Crooked Lane books and NetGalley for an ecopy of this one!

This was my first book by this author and I was not sure whether I can start reading the series from the fifth book but it was not a problem at all. It is very rich in the context of the Christmas. It does make you feel you are reading a Christmas story set in a town called Mistletoe. This one I definitely suggest reading!

Thank you to NetGalley and Crooked Lane Books for allowing me to read and review this book.

We are so back! This book was so much better than the last one and it made me feel all the warm fuzzy feelings this series always gives me. Okay, so in this book Holly is helping her mom with get the world record for biggest gingerbread person cookie, trying to get an anniversary and Christmas present for her husband, and run the Reindeer Games Inn when one of the Inn's guests is found in the gingerbread murdered! Holly decides to help find the killer while also doing all her other tasks.

As I mentioned before I was so happy to see this series make me feel all cozy again. I really enjoyed this book and the mystery was awesome. I sat down and read the book in two days which means I had a great time. I went with vibes only for the rating so I think I had 4 stars worth of fun. I can't wait to re-read this book during the holidays.

I recommend this book to anyone who loves the holidays and cozy stories. The drama level is low. The characters are all nice. The vibes are festive. Put on some comfy clothes and curl up with this book because it will make you feel warm and cozy.

Thank you to NetGalley, Crooked Lane Books, and Jacqueline Frost for giving me the opportunity to read this advance reader copy of the book. All opinions are my own.

It’s time for the annual murder in Mistletoe, Maine (or so visiting podcasters lead us to believe). The town is celebrating its 150th anniversary and descendants of the founding family have come to town. Holly’s mom is trying to break the record for the world’s largest gingerbread man, but someone has other ideas for her batter as someone puts Elijah Snow’s body in the batter.

A local mistletoe farmer, Henry Moore, is accused of the crime due to circumstantial evidence and Holly is convinced he didn’t do it and wants to clear him. Not only is she trying to solve the murder, she is trying to avoid a couple of annoying podcasters who are tracking her down, and trying to find the perfect first wedding anniversary gift for her husband, Evan Gray.

Quite frankly, I can’t blame the killer for why he did it, although it wouldn’t have changed his situation. I love this series with the Christmas Tree Farm events, the delightful characters, and the annual murder. The only disappointing thing in this story was the buildup of Holly trying to find the perfect gift for her anniversary only to have the book end with the reader not knowing what she finally bought.

Thank you NetGalley and Crooked Lane Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Well, it's that time of year again, time to decend on Reindeer Tree Farm for the holidays and Reindeer game mayham. Holly has the Inn fully decorated and ready to go for her special guests, including two members of the town's founding family and the White's friend Christopher's wife and her friend Jackie. Joining them is a team from the Book of Guiness World records as Holly's Mom is trying to set the record for the largest gingerbread cookie ever made. Everything is going well until there is a tragic accident with the cookie, and one of the Inn's guests meets an unusual death. Was this an accident? Was it murder? Who would want to spoil the holiday joy? Come along for Holly's annual adventure and enjoy the holiday festivities while we try to find out what really happened. Thanks to #Netgally, #CrookedLaneBooks, and the author for a chance to read. #I'llbeHomeForMischief #JacquelineFrost #ReindeerGames #bookreview #bookideas #retiredreader

It was great to visit Mistletoe, Maine again. If you are looking for a cozy mystery set during Christmas this is the perfect choice. The characters are engaging, the setting is picturesque and the story moves at a good pace. Even if you have not read the previous books, you will be able to understand the character dynamics and relationships.


Thank you NetGalley and Crooked Lane Books for the ARC.
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When body is found on mistletoe tree farm, Holly and Evan find themselves busier than ever during the holiday season. Holly wants to protect an old family friend who is the prime suspect. But is she letting her feelings overtake her impartiality? And is Mrs. Claus really staying at the Inn? So many questions, so many clues, and only so much time until Christmas. Maybe Santa will deliver a killer before the holiday arrives.
I have been reading this series since it first came out. I absolutely adore it and was when there was a period that one for several years. I’m so glad that the publisher and the author brought the series back! this is required reading for me each and every holiday season. I adore the setting, the characters, and wish there is more than one entry per year. But I’ll take what I can get because I love it so much!

Thank you NetGalley for this arc!

This book gave me such a warm feeling, mystery and all. I read this in august, but it made me long for Christmas.

Absolutely thrilled to read the 5th installment in the Christmas Tree Farms cozy series, which is yet another top notch mystery. Very glad to see sleuth and innkeeper, Holly White, her husband the sheriff, and all of Holly's family and friends in Christmas town, Mistletoe, Maine, back in another fun installment.

As has been the pattern, every Christmas brings another murder in Mistletoe at the holidays, this time, with Mistletoe is celebrating its 150th anniversary and Holly's mother's is attempting to break a baking world's record.

As usual, the Reindeer Games are back as is all the fun of the Christmas season in this Christmas village. Always a pleasure to read these books, no matter the season.

This fun, entertaining mystery is highly recommended to cozy mystery fans!!

The small town of Mistletoe, Maine, is celebrating its 150th anniversary and there are plenty of celebrations to come over the festive period.  One of the most exciting, for inn-keeper Holly White, husband and local sheriff Evan Gray, her friends and family, is her mom's plan to break a culinary world record. Everything is in place for the attempt with crowds from town ready and waiting. Unfortunately, someone has different plans for the day and when a body is found the event is cancelled.

Holly has to look closer at the clues, even though she was determined not to interfere, after one of her friends tops her husband's list of suspects. With her parents and Evan begging her to step back Holly finds herself in danger and wishing she'd listened! As Christmas Day and her first wedding anniversary move ever closer she begins to doubt she'll be around to celebrate either big day!

Book five in this wonderful festive series doesn't disappoint in any way. Evan and Holly have spent the first year of their married life blissfully happy but, as seems to be the norm in Mistletoe, everything gets very fraught after Thanksgiving!  All the main protagonists are here once again and the Reindeer Games Christmas Tree Farm is once again the centre of all things festive, even after the body is discovered!

I was able to read an advanced copy of this thanks to NetGalley and the publishers, Crooked Lane Books, but the opinions expressed are my own. This is a brilliant addition to an already much loved series which I happily recommend.

The Christmassy cover of this Cozy Mystery made me want to read this book. It’s the first time for me to read one of Jacqueline Frost’s mysteries. Why did I wait so long? I was very impressed with her writing style and the easy flow of the story. I’m going to treat myself by reading the other books in this series for my holiday reads. I loved her humor and ability to keep me guessing till the mystery was solved. I admit I didn’t have a clue whodunnit . This Cozy had everything that makes a cozy a five star read. Captured my attention and kept me turning pages . Unpredictable and had me on the edge of my seat before the book ended.
This book came highly recommended to me by one of my reading friends. It certainly didn’t disappoint me so I also recommend it to all my reading friends. I loved the characters and the town of Mistletoe Maine. Readers who enjoy Cozy mystery will love this Christmas Cozy. Though there are other books to the series I read this as a standalone. This book is scheduled for release on 11/12/24.
I voluntarily read an advanced readers copy of I’ll Be Home for Mischief. All thoughts and opinions expressed here in this review are solely my own.
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I love, love, love Jacqueline Frost (Julie Anne Lindsey), and this book did not disappoint! I loved being back with Holly in Mistletoe. The murder was a fun mystery, and I love the characters and the setting.

Its Christmastime Mistletoe, Maine and the Reindeer games are in full swing. The Snow's along with a slew of others are visiting. Hollys mother attempts to break the world record for baking the largest gingerbread man but her plans a whisked away when an inn guest, Mr. Snow, ends up in the batter. Holly is officially "not" on the case but she cant help herself. Like every year she finds herself thrust into the murder mayhem.

Let me start by saying I love this series! It is so heart warming and makes you want to move to Main tomorrow. Each book gets better and better in the series. I loved this book so so much and even teared up at the end.

It is like a warm hug returning to Mistletoe and interacting with all of these characters. Evan is ever present with his calm demeanor and he keeps Holly grounded. Carol and Bud are the parents you have always hoped for. Cookie is a hoot! Caroline, Libby and Ray are the best friends you didn't know you needed.

I wish Mistletoe, Main was a real place and everyone could go and experience what towns people and the tourist experience every Christmas. It is pure magic!

I love this cozy mystery series about a Christmas tree farm. It was wonderful to revisit this town and characters.

*I'll Be Home for Mischief* by Jacqueline Frost is a delightful addition to the Christmas Tree Farm Mystery series. Set in the charming town of Mistletoe, Maine, the story follows Holly White as she prepares for the holiday season while juggling her duties at her family's Christmas tree farm. But when a mysterious death occurs, Holly finds herself in the middle of another intriguing murder investigation.

Frost masterfully combines the coziness of a small-town holiday setting with the suspense of a well-crafted mystery. The book is filled with quirky characters, festive cheer, and a touch of romance, all adding to its charm. Holly is a relatable and likable protagonist, and her determination to solve the crime makes for an engaging read.

The plot is well-paced, with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers guessing until the end. The holiday atmosphere is wonderfully depicted, making it an ideal read for the winter season. *I'll Be Home for Mischief* is a perfect blend of mystery and holiday warmth, making it a must-read for fans of cozy mysteries.

Thank you to Jacqueline Frost, Netgalley, and Crooked Lane Books for the arc of this book

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Read if you like:
🎄 Christmas scenery ❤️❤️❤️
🎄 small town mystery
🎄 quirky characters
🎄 short chapters

It is just a liiiiiiiittle bit early, but I was honestly craving a Christmas read 🤣 I have read a few others in the Christmas Tree Farm Mystery series, so there is no surprise that I loved this one as well.
One thing I really like about this is the relationships between the family and the friends. The family all works on the farm together, the friends all come together when each other is in need… if only the real world was like this 🤪
This one was a little different than usual cozy mysteries where the murder takes place immediately when the book starts (which I do like) but this one was kind of nice that it built the story and characters up a little bit before the crime happens.
There was SO MUCH Christmas scenery throughout this whole book; it is the absolute perfect read if you are in need of a beautiful Christmasy murder 🤪 All of the names were Christmas names, the towns were Christmasy and of course the beautiful descriptions of the town completely covered in Christmas and snow and mistletoe. And we can’t forget all the delicious Christmasy treats!! Mmmmm it makes me can’t wait for the Christmas season! Some Christmas books just mention that it’s Christmastime once or twice and that’s it… but this one did such a good job with setting the scene in every single page 🩷 I literally felt like I was in a little Christmasy winter wonderland village.
As serious as murder is, I love cozy mysteries so much because they’re a little bit silly and almost humorous even though obviously, someone in this perfect, quaint town has killed someone else. The body found coated in cookie dough batter actually made me laugh-out-loud 🤣
I love that the (nosy, amateur detective) female main character is married to the sheriff 🤣🤣 That is so cozy mystery 🤪
Another very enjoyable mystery read from Jacqueline Frost! I love that this series is so specific (Christmas tree farm mystery) but as I just demonstrated, they are not just for Christmastime; they can be read year round for anyone looking for a little palette cleanser between heavier reads. I can’t wait to read the rest of the books in this series!

In this cosy mystery series, this new installment offers the lovely Christmas ambiance, but the plot was not as strong as the previous books. I'll still read the next books though.

Another solid installation of the Christmas tree farm series! The death in this one is so absolutely wild I couldn’t believe it! I don’t want to take away from it but I will say a world record attempt is made. So many wacky ans wild things happen in this book, it’s really found its stride as a series.