If you’re a fan of Ann Cleeves or Dervla McTiernan and enjoy a cozier mystery vibe, this book is right up your alley. Cleverly plotted with a refreshingly unique murder weapon, the story keeps you guessing from start to finish. It moves at a brisk pace, with several twists that genuinely surprised me, and the ending ties everything together in a satisfying way. The writing is rich in detail and beautifully conveys the charm of a small-town setting, though some of the characters’ actions do require a bit of suspension of disbelief.—Detective Ito, in particular, stood out, and I’d love to see more of them in future installments.

Thanks to Netgalley, Black Rose Writing and Lea O`Harra for this eARC. This is my honest review.