This cozy murder mystery sequel is a fun, quick read, although there are a lot of a (crazy) new characters to keep track of.
Thank you for the digital review copy Crooked Lane Books and Netgalley.

Death at an Irish Wedding, the second book in the Irish Castle Mystery series by Ellie Brannigan is a page-turning who-done-it with a bit of fanciful whimsy. The story picks up where Rayne and Ciara left off in the first book, working to save their heritage home and its village. From its onset, and with the quickly planned wedding imminent, the shenanigans of the wedding guests and the bride and groom begin.

The story is fast-paced, the murder clues are smartly presented, and the red herrings and twists and turns are plentiful. With that, said the culmination of events leading to the conclusion, is still a clever surprise that you won't see coming.

The series’ next installment should surely contain answers to the subtle cliffhangers the author slipped in.

This ARC book was complimentary… provided by the Publisher and NetGalley. I am voluntarily providing my honest review.

Rayne McGrath moved to Ireland from LA after her a) boyfriend Landon stole all her money and gowns from her Rodeo Drive wedding gown business; and b) her Uncle Nevin passed and left her his estate -- including a run-down castle that she has a year to make into a profitable endeavor or lose everything and be swallowed up by a neighboring shire. With the help of her cousin Ciara, she's working on doing so, hoping that the wedding scheduled with heiress Tori Montgomery and actor Jake Anderson will bring in the needed funds to get them through for awhile.

But almost immediately things begin to go wrong, and when Tori's friend Amy's assistant Tiffany is found dead on the castle grounds, she wonders if maybe the stars are against her. At first everyone thinks Tiffany jumped due to unsettling news, but Rayne and Ciara soon find out from the garda that it's murder. Not being able to tell anyone, they try and continue with the wedding plans, get past the glitches, and hope for the best. But the issues don't stop. Even with the accidents unfolding, Tori wants her wedding to go forward, and all Rayne can do is try and make it happen. Even if it kills her...

This is the second in the series, and I was just as enchanted as I was with the first. Rayne is settling in her new life as lady of the manor (although she won't use the name); hoping that her cousin will see eye-to-eye with her on improving things. Unfortunately, when the celebrity wedding was scheduled, Rayne didn't think it would be such a nightmare. Really a nightmare. A diva bride (and maid of honor), surly assistants, a constantly drunken member of the entourage, and, at least, the wealthy and decent parents of the bride -- who will do anything for their daughter's happiness.

When the murder occurs, Rayne needs to keep it under her hat, which isn't easy, since one of the guests is a killer. Or is it one of her new hires on the farm? All Rayne knows is that a murderer is in their midst, and needs to be found before the weekend is up and the guests leave. Things begin to go even more awry when there are several 'accidents' and suddenly Garda Dominic needs Rayne's help in finding out who's at fault.

When the ending comes and everything fits together, we see that the clues were there: I had a bit of a hunch toward the beginning, glad I was right, and even more, glad I read this book. The reason for murder is very sad indeed, and no excusing the crime. But the book gives you clues throughout, a few red herrings, a misdirection, and a wonderful ending. I look forward to the next in the series. Highly recommended.

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

Super cute and fast-paced cozy mystery! A wedding weekend whodunnit that kept you guessing 'til the end.

The 2nd in a good cozy mystery series set in Ireland. When Rayne and her cousin work to save their castle and property, they have set up a venue for weddings. When a Hollywood couple bring their family and friends to have a wedding in the picturesque area, and also because Rayne is well known for her seamstress skills, and is making a stunning wedding dress. A good book, but it helps to read book 1 before this one, as it helps to explain how the cousins got together and the issues they have with the inheritance. Would recommend and look forward to the next book in their series.

#DeathatanIrishWedding #NetGalley is the first book I've read by this author and I found it to be quite interesting.
Rayne and her cousin Ciara are trying to save the family castle, so when they have the opportunity to host a celebrity's wedding, they jump at the chance.
Unfortunately things turn bad when a death sets free a spiral of twisted secrets.
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 this book.

Fast-paced cozy mystery. I understand this is the second book in a series. I did not read the first book, so while I was missing some of the background story, the author did a good job of getting me up to speed and familiar with the characters.
A Hollywood power couple wants to avoid paparazzi and get married in a quant Irish town hidden away from the cameras but, suddenly an assistant dies, and everyone is under suspicion, everyone except Blarney that is! Well, maybe not him either, as we do learn he is quite the thief!
I am not sure I felt a significant connection to the characters, maybe due to missing out on the first book but, I did enjoy it and would be interested to read the next one!