I really enjoyed this book. It had the perfect blend of something magical and a cozy mystery story.

The main character is fun to follow around as she tries to navigate the world around her, and the other characters are also a delight. I loved all the animal friends she amasses. :)

This book is great if you want a little magic in your everyday life, and like books similar to Nancy Drew but for a more adult audience (this is high praise, I love Nancy Drew).

Thank you for the ARC, I loved it.

I received an ALC from netgally. I loved this book. Obviously flossy and fancy were the main stars of the show. I loved this. I really didn’t expect things to go like that but I was pleasantly surprised. This was a nice easy listen for a car ride. It made driving much more pleasant. This has it all. Mystery, romance, small town, magic and tones of secrets.

I loved this story! The animal rescue to the owl and spaniels. It was a great cozy mystery and I was all-in through the end of the book. It was great to meet a cast of characters I'd love to see in another book!

This was a fun cozy mystery with a hint of paranormal - magic animals! Georgie has returned to her aunt's animal sanctuary on adorable sounding Twilight Cove and boom, murders. She is a suspect, and while she tries to solve the crime, she also finds romance. It was a sweet little story and I loved the dogs magical abilities. Georgie doesn't really solve the crime , but the killer is found, the ending was good and I would read more books in this series.

Like most cozy mysteries, I find some of the description super unnecessary. Do I need to know that you drove to town and got a good parking spot? Do I need to know everything you ate each day? Probably not, but in general the book was setting us up for more in the series and now we know the town a little better.

The narration was great. I appreciate the ARC!

Such a charming book! I love a good cozy mystery with a punny title and this book certainly delivered. A little romance, a little magic, and lots of heart -- just what I needed.

Great start to a new series! The characters were intriguing, particularly Dorothy, who unfortunately doesn’t make it, and the mystery had me investigating along with Georgie as she uncovered clues and followed them. There were a few unbelievable moments, which are to be expected, and one break-in scene, which I am not a fan of, but other than that, I enjoyed getting to know Georgie and the rest of the residents and look forward to visiting with them again.

Sarah Fox’s *Murder Most Owl* is a charming addition to the cozy mystery genre, blending a picturesque setting with a sprinkle of magical intrigue. Set in the coastal town of Twilight Cove, the novel follows Georgie Johansen, a screenwriter who returns to her aunt’s newly converted animal sanctuary after years away. What starts as a nostalgic visit quickly turns into a gripping mystery when she discovers the body of Dorothy Shale, an eccentric local rumored to have magical powers.

Fox deftly creates a cozy atmosphere with her vivid descriptions of the sanctuary and the quirky townsfolk. The mystery is engaging, with plenty of red herrings and a touch of whimsy provided by Dorothy’s enigmatic presence and her animals, particularly the great-horned owl. Georgie’s race to clear her name and solve the murder is both suspenseful and heartwarming, showcasing her growth as she navigates the complexities of small-town life and its hidden secrets.

The novel’s blend of humor, suspense, and the magical elements of Dorothy’s animal companions make *Murder Most Owl* a delightful read. With its well-drawn characters and a plot full of twists and turns, it’s a perfect pick for fans of cozy mysteries looking for a fresh and engaging story.

Murder Most Owl, the debut novel in Sarah Fox's Magical Menagerie Mysteries, introduces a unique blend of paranormal elements and cozy mystery. The story revolves around Georgie, a screenwriter who relocates to Twilight Cove, Oregon, to assist her aunt Olivia, the owner of a farm and animal sanctuary.

Georgie is a delightful amateur sleuth. She is kind and helpful, curious and thoughtful. She is intrigued by and attracted to the cute, mysterious farmhand who does a lot of work on the farm and some baking on the side.

Georgie is drawn into a mystery when a woman she meets, an accused witch, ends up dead and leaves all of her property to Georgie's aunt. Due to the inheritance, Georgie and her aunt both fall under suspicion.

The accused witch had three pets, a Great Horned Owl and two English Springer Spaniels who may or may not have special powers and a desire to help Georgie solve the mystery.

Murder Most Owl was a great story. I thoroughly enjoyed it. The mystery was captivating, and it served as a promising start to a new series. I particularly relished the audio version, narrated by Hallie Bee Bard, whose storytelling skills I found engaging. I eagerly look forward to the next installment in this series, whether in book or audio form.

Thanks to Net Galley and Dreamscape Media for an advanced audio copy of this book in exchange for a fair review.

It's been a while since I've indulged in a cozy mystery and this one was light and fun. I enjoyed the wide cast of characters, the small town charm and as a romance reader enjoyed the touch of a romance storyline. I'd continue the series

Murder Most Owl is the first book in a new light paranormal cozy mystery series by Sarah Fox. Released 2nd April 2024 by Severn House, it's 224 pages and is available in hardcover, audio, and ebook formats. Paperback format due out in Dec 2024 from the same publisher. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links and references throughout.

This is a very light easy to read cozy romance mystery with significant paranormal elements. There are tie-ins to a long ago unsolved cold case, a current poisoning murder, and lots of animals on MC Georgie's aunt's animal sanctuary (which naturally comes equipped with a handsome mysterious ranch hand as a love interest).

It's written in first person PoV which is challenging, and there's quite a lot of "telling" instead of "showing" in the writing, but altogether, it's diverting, very light, easy to read, and fun. The language is squeaky clean with one tiny exception) and the violence mostly occurs off the page.

The unabridged audiobook has a run time of 7 hours 54 minutes and is capably read by Hallie Bee Bard. She has a well modulated, slightly breathy alto, and for this read, a sort of generic midwest American accent. There are some points where the more rapid dialogue exchanges get a bit confused as far as character delineation goes, but it's not egregious, and it is easy enough to tell them apart that it never becomes confusing.

Three and a half stars. It's a promising start to a new paranormal/magical realism mystery series. There is a strong element of insta-love between the MC and another character, but as long as that's not a deal-breaker, it's a fun read.

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.

Thank you to Dreamscape Media and Netgalley for the arc of this audiobook in exchange for my honest feedback and review!

This was a fun little cozy mystery set in Twilight Cove, a close knit little oceanside town, following screenwriter Georgie who's visiting her aunts farm. Things have changed quite a bit since the last time she visited -- and mystery and murder are afoot. I really enjoyed getting to peek into this tiny little town. It was a little bit slower paced than a lot of the cozy mysteries I usually read, and there were times I got confused with what was happening simply because of the fantastical elements. Overall, I'm interested to continue reading more from this series because I really loved the characters. Definitely a good example of a cozy mystery and I enjoyed it.

This was a fun, whimsical cozy mystery. It’s the first book in the new series, Magical Menagerie Mystery. Georgie is visiting her aunt, when her neighbor Dorothy is murdered. Georgie solves the mystery with the help of Dorothy’s magical dogs and owl friend. The animals really had a lot of fun to the story. The little town of Twilight Cove, Oregon made for the perfect setting. This book has a little of something for everyone- mystery, romance, and fantasy.

If you enjoy cozy mysteries and animals, then I recommend you check out this new series! I’m looking forward to the next book!

Thanks to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for this ALC.

This is a fun cozy mystery set in a small ocean-side town. The vibes are immaculate. I loved the tight-knit community and the heartwarming relationships of the townsfolk. The mystery is quite complex and has its twists and turns that keep you engaged in the story. I liked the FMC, a screenwriter from LA who moves in to help her aunt on a farm for a while to find herself in the midst of a mystery that shook the town. I enjoyed the slow-burn romance story, even more so because it was not the main focus of the book but rather added to it nicely.
The doggos in this book! They are just precious, I loved every interaction with them.
The narrator Hallie Bee Bard is amazing, I want to give a separate shout-out for the dog sounds she does, it was darling.
This book is witty and funny and well written. The author keeps you invested in the characters and the story the whole time. I could not put it down and devoured it in one go. I'd love to see the continuation of this series.

A screenwriter of mysteries drives up to a coastal Oregon town to help take care of her aunt’s animal shelter while her Aunt O. recovers from a broken foot. In this cozy mystery, Georgina recalls many a summer at her aunt’s farm and reunites with a friend she hasn’t seen in over a decade. There’s a handsome ranch manager working for her aunt too, but he’s a bit taciturn. She senses he has something to hide. Georgina also meets the odd neighbor woman who can sense things about Georgie and has a couple of very well-behaved spaniels. Sadly, this woman turns up dead and the police suspect Georgie possibly acting on behalf of her aunt. It’s a leap, but it drives the whodunnit plot forward. The mystery has a few more twists and turns, and takes some suspension of belief or, rather, belief in the spirituality of animals, but it manages to be entertaining and sweet. I did figure out the killer (which I never try to do, preferring to be surprised), but by then I was invested in the characters and wanted that cozy mystery satisfactory ending. 3.6 rounded up.
My thanks to the author, publisher, producer, and #NetGalley for early access to the audiobook for review purposes. Publication date is Sept 3, 2024, so you won’t have to wait long for #MurderMostOwl

Murder Most Owl is the fun debut paranormal cozy mystery by Sarah Fox. The.characters are likable and the mystery kept me guessing although I suspected the culprit. Georgie Johansen is in Twilight Cove helping her Aunt Olivia who broke her ankle. Georgie meets Dorothy and her two dogs while walking in the woods. A few days later the dogs lead Georgie to Dorothy's house where she is dead. The new farm hand, Callum is a good addition to the story. The dogs and owl are the stars of the book with their special powers and good timing. This was a fun and enjoyable cozy mystery. I had the audiobook and it was narrated by Hallie Bee Bard. She speaks a little slowly for me so I adjusted the audiobook speed to 1.25. #MurderMostOwl #NetGalley #SevernHouse #DreamscapeMedia

This audiobook was made available for me to listen to and review by Sarah Fox, Dreamscape Media, and NetGalley.

This is a simply delightful mix of cozy mystery and romance with a touch of magic. Georgie visits her Aunt Olivia to help with her animal sanctuary while Aunt Olivia recovers from a broken ankle. Pretty much a standard cozy mystery set up with a small town full of charming characters. What I loved about this was that 3 of my favorite charming characters weren't human. I love when animals participate in cozy mysteries, it adds charm and I'm usually delighted. Which is weird cause I avoid stories in which the main character is an animal🤷🏾‍♀️

One important aspect of a successful cozy for me is the setting. I have to like the physical town as much as I like the residents. The town or village itself needs to have an old school cutesy charm. I like a cheerful or quirky atmosphere along with the usual cast of colorful characters. This delivered in everyway. I look forward to returning to Twilight Cove for more of Georgie's adventures.

This audiobook is narrated by Hallie Bee Bard. Hallie does an excellent job with narration but I personally found her voice grating. I think it was me and not the narrator. It rarely happens but sometimes I find a narrators voice grating through no fault of the narrator. This is such a case.

Thank you to Sarah Fox, Dreamscape Media, and NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to and review this audiobook. All opinions and viewpoints expressed in this review are my own.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
Great start to a new series. Love the touch of magic in here with the super sweet dogs. Well written and narrated good too. I can’t wait for the next book in this series!

I love a book with a bit of magical realism to it. This book fit the bill. I loved Georgie’s relationship with her aunt and with the dogs. I enjoyed the first hints of romance for Georgie while she investigated the murder. This was a fun listen. Thank you to the publisher for the advanced audiobook.

Georgie Johansen is a screenwriter that lives in California. When her Aunt Olivia suffers an injury on her farm Georgie jumps at the chance to return to the small town of Twilight Cove to help out. The farm is an animal sanctuary that Georgie spent time on as a child. On her first day she encounters handsome but mysterious farm hand, Callum. She also meets the eccentric Dorothy Shale who lives in the woods and is rumored to be a witch. One morning Georgie is drawn to Dorothy's cabin by her dogs and finds that Dorothy has been murdered. First Georgie and then her aunt become suspects in the murder. Georgie decides to investigate the murder herself to find the real killer.

I had so much fun with this. The characters are all so great. There is a really great small town set up. It has a nice romance between Georgie and Callum. I loved the light magical touch on the story. I love discovering new cozy mystery worlds and can't wait to see what comes next in the series! Hallie Bee Bard's narration of the book was excellent.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the ALC in exchange for an honest review.

This was a cozy, fun mystery with a side of romance read. With the animals involved it had a sweet Scooby Doo-like feel to it that I enjoyed. It's a fairly quick read that's perfect for a cool autumn reading day. The audiobook was done really well with a great narration.

Thank you NetGalley, Sarah Fox, and Dreamscape Media for this audiobook ARC.