Bridal Shower Murder is a cozy mystery filled with some actual tragedy, but also a nice happy ending.

I felt that Bridal Shower Murder was a little slow to start, but once the murder took place, the book really got going. The murder itself was pretty brutal, nobody would have expected poor Hetty of getting murdered! Lucy Stone puts on her sleuthing hat and starts researching a local family that has been around for hundreds of years, and starts to uncover some very dirty secrets that have been hidden from the town. When a man is arrested for Hetty's murder, Lucy makes her it mission to prove his innocence, and find the true killer.

I have to say, I really disliked the mother in law to be, Penny (which I know was the point, so she was written well!), she really got on my nerves, and I really felt the pain that Lucy was dealing with, because I know exactly how hard it can be to have to try and keep the peace with family when you really, really want to say something! If that was my wedding, that my mother in law to be just decided to hijack and do as she pleased, I would have been extremely mad! I was a little surprised how Zoe even allowed it at first, granted the bridal shower itself did sound very nice. I enjoyed Lucy's sleuthing, and reading about all the town secrets she was able to uncover. I don't agree with some of Lucy's "wifely" duties that she feels are the norm or expected, but I think her and her husband just have a more old school relationship.

Overall, I recommend Bridal Shower Murder, especially to anyone who enjoys uncovering dirty secrets that have been covered up for many years!

I've read every single Lucy stone novel and this was a great addition to the series.
While you don't need to read these in order I think you get more if you do we've seen Lucy's children grow up from littles to adults and it's so worth it to read them all
A fantastic cozy series

This book is many books into this series and I was pleased with it. Some of the last few books of the series haven’t been as good. In this book Lucy continues as a part time reporter and sleuth. Her daughter Zoe has just announced her engagement and Lucy reaches out to the future in-laws, finding the mother to be very selfish and the father very bigoted. One of the residents is found dead at the museum and Lucy sets out to find the real murderer when she doesn’t believe the person arrested is responsible. I love how this story came together and I suggest anyone who likes cozy mysteries would enjoy this series. This book can be a stand alone but it would be more fun to start at the beginning of the series and find out about Lucy’s children when they were younger. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Bridal Shower Murder is part of the Lucy Stone Mystery Series. Lucy is a reporter for a small town newspaper. Lucy’s daughter gets engaged to Chad. Lucy is having a hard time with Chad’s mother who wants to control all the wedding plans.
When a friend is found murdered, Lucy investigates.
This is my first Lucy Stone mystery and I had no trouble following the story line. Some series you have to read in order but this is not one of them. I enjoyed it and will read more of the series.

This was fabulous! The author continued her trend of featuring the social issue du jour. Actually, several were woven into the story but not in a way that detracted from the plot. There were a lot of twists and turns that kept me guessing until the very end. I absolutely love how relatable Lucy’s family is. The author does a great job of providing just enough background to those new to her series. They can easily be read out of order or as a stand alone. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a free eARC in exchange for review.

Many thanks to NetGalley for an advance copy of this cozy mystery.

Lucy is surprised to hear that her youngest daughter is engaged to be married to a ball player from the team Zoe works for. But the pressure to plan a big, elaborate wedding is getting on Zoe's nerves, as she's just started a high pressure job for the team. Lucy has to step in and get her girlfriends' help to calm the situation down.

Lucy's interviewed the manager of the local museum and there's been complaints from the local native indians about the logging display. Hetty is quick to listen to them, and vows to make changes. On the day of Zoe's bridal shower, Hetty doesn't show up, and Lucy is surprised as she knew that Hetty was looking forward to the event. When she drops by the museum, the police have closed it due to a gruesome death - Hetty been killed with a peavey, a spike used by loggers in the past as they rode the logs to the mill.

Lots of topical things in this book - fentanyl, repatriation and racism. I enjoyed this story - and I'm sure that Lucy can now called herself a full time employee of the Courier.

In Bridal Shower Murder by Leslie Meier, Lucy’s youngest, Zoe gets engaged to Chad. Lucy is thrilled for them. However, trouble starts when Zoe’s future mother-in-law insists on taking over the planning and paying for the wedding along with throwing a lavished bridal shower. While at the shower, Lucy becomes worried when one of the guests, Hetty Furness, does not show up. It turns out that she is murdered. Now Lucy has her hands full with trying to solve a murder and helping Zoe deal with her meddling future mother-in-law!

Bridal Shower Murder is one of the best books in the Lucy Stone series. The story includes humor and mystery along with the drama of preparing for a wedding. Also, the continued prejudices against different types of groups and ethnicities is part of the plot.

Another great Lucy Stone cozy mystery from Leslie Meier. This latest in the series revolves around Lucy's youngest child, Zoe, and her new job and boyfriend. Zoe and her boyfriend, Chad, come to Tinker's Cove for a visit and Lucy and Bill find out that Chad is related to a local family. Before too long Chad's wealthy parents head to Maine to stay for the summer and Lucy finds that getting to know them isn't an altogether pleasant experience. The story also incorporates the Native American indigenous people from the area, the Metinnicuts, and the injustices they suffered in the past and the bigotry many still face in the present. It isn't long before the story, of course, also has a dead body to deal with and a mystery to solve. Of course Lucy has to use her sleuthing skills to try to help find out the identity of the killer, but will her sleuthing put her in danger? This book stands up to the others in the series with a strong storyline, all the usual wonderful Tinker's Cove characters you love, great new characters for you to get to know and love, or loathe, and the usual sprinkling of all that makes Maine the most wonderful setting for these terrific cozy mysteries.

It's hard to believe that there are now more than 30 books in this popular series -- and this newest title will definitely satisfy readers, both old and new. We are back in Tinker's Cove, and Lucy's youngest daughter, Zoe, has just announced her engagement to Chad, a young minor league baseball player. As the wedding preparations get underway, Chad's pushy mom insists on an elaborate bridal shower. When one of the shower guests, a prominent Tinker's Cove citizen, is found murdered, Lucy is on the case. Great characters, cozy seaside setting, and an uncomplicated yet suspenseful plot make this a total pleasure to read.

Bridal Shower Murder by Leslie Meier is book 31 in the Lucy Stone Mystery series. I have read every book in the series, and I enjoyed this one a lot.
The plot was good but for me it was a bit hard trying to put characters where they belong and how they were all connected.
I will always grab a book in the Lucy Stone mystery series.
Thank you NetGalley, Leslie Meier and Kensington Publishing for the ARC of Bridal Shower Murder. This is my personal review.

I wish there half star ratings. This one was a solid 3 1/2 stars for me. I love Lucy Stone, but this one had a lot of moving parts that didn’t always mesh together. I was happy to learn more about Sara and Zoe, I’ve always enjoyed the Metennicut tribe members and learning about their history. Looking forward to the next book in the series.

"Bridal Shower Murder (Lucy Stone #31)" by Leslie Meier has Lucy's daughter, Zoe, getting engaged to one of the baseball players she works with. Too bad he comes with a rich momzilla and when it comes to the wedding they don't want the same things. It did start to get a bit frustrating that Lucy or Bill didn't stand up for what Zoe wanted a bit more earlier on. Oh well, it's a bit stereotypically Bill and Lucy to say the kids are grown I'm done.

The hot topic in this one is around getting an accurate understanding of history. Especially in understanding the things that minorities (especially those of color) went through and have to still fight for with a white washed history. It's possible that because the murder victim was digging into a more accurate information about the town's indigenous peoples that made them a target for the culprit.

This book has an exciting, challenging caper, and a wedding. I am a big fan of Lucy Stone and I think this is a great must-read!

Lucy Stone books are always a good cozy time. I appreciate that she actually ages along with her family. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC! All opinions are my own.

This series has been a bit all over the map throughout its 31 books, but this one was quite strong. Great murder caper. Loved the family dynamics with Lucy's two youngest daughters and embracing of modern times. Found myself thoroughly enjoying the series again...

Bridal Shower Murder by Leslie Meier

I really enjoyed this installment of the Lucy Stone series! It’s always a treat to catch up with Lucy and the residents of Tinker’s Cove—Leslie Meier does such a great job of making the town feel like home. I can’t believe little Zoey is already grown up and getting ready to marry; it’s amazing to see how the characters have evolved over the series. The mystery was engaging, with just the right mix of small-town charm and suspense. Fans of the series won’t be disappointed!

Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington for this ARC.

Kindle Copy for Review from NetGalley and Kensington Publishing.

I received a free, advance copy of this book and this is my unbiased and voluntary review.

There is excitement is n the air as Lucy’s daughter is getting married. Things soon turn hectic as she has to deal with her future-in-laws as preparations go astray. Not even the bridal shower is a safe place as a murder takes place. Will the wedding go off as plan or will the next targets be the bride and groom. It’s another murderous situation for Lucy to handle.

Brava, Ms. Meier! I have been a fan of the Lucy Stone mystery series from the beginning, but had decided I would not continue reading them. The reason was because in the last books and novellas, the murders were rushed and not well developed, or they were a very minor part of the books, so I skipped the previous book, "Patchwork Quilt Murder".

When I saw that her latest mystery was available for me to read on Net Galley, I requested it just to see if the pattern continued or not...

I was ever so pleasantly surprised! Lucy Stone is back with a vengeance!! I found this book to be just as gripping and cozy or even more so than the earlier books that kept me avidly reading and wanting more.

Most of the familiar characters and their quirkiness are there for the reader to enjoy interacting with, and the subplots are just as mesmerizing and fun. I was again transported to Tinkers Cove, Maine to ride along Lucy as she tries to solve a terrible murder or two...

Ms. Meier must have done so much research to embellish the stories that accompany the murder. I love to learn new facts in books, and this one had plenty of interesting topics.

I was very satisfied when the murderer was revealed and the reasons why. I have only one negative thing to say...I was sad that the book ended. I have now bought PATCHWORK QUILT MURDER and will read it soon.

Again, I am so glad that this book is a quality mystery by a beloved author.

Thank you to Net Galley, to Kensington Cozies for offering me an advance copy for me to read and post a personal review. I also thank Ms. Meier for writing it! I highly recommend it!

This is my absolute go-to series for a comfort read, and this latest novel did not disappoint. All of the elements of a Lucy Stone mystery were there and a more challenging than usual mystery to solve. Recommend!

Lucy's daughter is engaged and the future in-laws seems to run all the activities. Lucy continues working hard as a reporter for the local community paper but the murder of the local historian causes her to question much about her community. Were the Native Americans treated unfairly years ago? Are Zoe's future in-laws somehow tied to underhanded activities from the past? Lucy takes it as a personal mission to find the truth. Was a quick, cozy read. At times, very true to life with some of the political commentary. Thanks to Net Galley for the arc.