Kelly Jackson's family runs a ranch in Wyoming that's also open to guests in the summer, but she's decided she wants something else out of life, so she's now working for a corporation that owns the Redwood Cove Bed and Breakfast, among others. She's temporarily working as the manager since the last one accidentally fell to his death off a nearby cliff. But one morning, she comes across a group of senior citizens in the conference room who call themselves the "Silver Sentinels" and they're sure it was murder.

Unfortunately, the deputy sheriff doesn't share their opinion. But still, Kelly begins to wonder...and when she's attacked in Bob's office, she informs the sheriff, yet he doesn't take it seriously, telling her it was probably some kid looking for stuff to sell. It's not before there's a serious incident that the sheriff finally believes her, and now Kelly, with the help of others and the sheriff, who asks her to be careful, is on the search for a killer who doesn't care who gets in their way...

This is the first book in the series and I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised. The protagonist, Kelly, isn't stupid enough to go off searching for clues without telling anyone, and she shares information with the sheriff instead of keeping it to herself. (Even when he doesn't listen, she still tells him of her suspicions). It's a nice change from the usual cozy mystery. (She also actually wears makeup and tries to look her best instead of 'throwing on a little lip gloss' and whatever clothing she can find that hasn't been worn more than two days in a row - they may not seem like big things, but I don't know anyone who just throws on lip gloss, wears 'not too wrinkled' clothing, and 'runs fingers' through their hair before declaring themselves ready - just a personal opinion.)

The mystery itself was done well, with several suspects that Kelly was able to figure out in a short period of time. She wasn't invasive in her questioning, and never accused anyone; actually trying not to let them know she was questioning them.

While many of the characters weren't fleshed out, this is a first book, and we're given time to have that occur over the next in the series. Kelly herself was given enough of a background that we knew about her upbringing, but I would have liked to have known more about what caused her rift with her ex-boyfriend. Perhaps in the next book. We did learn the background of several other characters, so that helps in the pleasure of reading this book.

When the ending comes and the murderer is caught, it wasn't a complete surprise (I read a lot of these) but I would have liked to have known more about the killer themselves; however, it didn't stop me from enjoying it and I found it quite satisfactory. I will certainly continue with this series. Recommended.

Kelly Jackson is looking for that perfect job away from the farm. She is sent by the home office to temporarily replace the last manager in f the Redwood Cove B&B. The sheriff believes it was an accident but others are not so sure. Kelly gets involved with looking for clues along with the locals. As a second attempted murder takes place, Kelly vows to find the person/persons responsible.
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The premise is there for a good cozy mystery, with several deaths and a lot of red herrings. Throw in some kids and a sweet dog and the place is set. Ended up skimming about half way through though, as it seemed to bounce around a bit. Also, not sure who the men in her live and what they mean to her. She comes to manage a Bed and Breakfast, but see little of the actual guest and facility. More focus is on the mystery. Would have liked more balance, and didn't like the cop at all. Would still recommend, and would give it 3.5. A good start, and would give the next book in the series a chance.

Kelly Jackson hates that she is taking over for a dead man, but her company has sent her to run the Redwood Cove Bed & Breakfast. Not long after she gets there she gets wrapped up in what happened to Bob, the man who died. The Silver Sentinels, a group of older individuals who fancy themselves and crime solvers is on the case and fill her in on how they think he was murdered.

Before she knows her curiosity has gotten the better of her and she starts looking into Bob's last days. Then one of the kids of an employee is almost harmed and she starts thinking they are some how related but what would Tommy have seen to have someone try and kill him. Now she is really on the hunt because she adores Tommy and nobody should want to harm a kid.

Finally after what happen to Tommy the local police start taking what she and the Silver Sentinels have to say about Bob being murder and they soon find out the reason. Now they just have to try and decipher some clues to figure out who it is.

I really like Kelly, she is a blackbelt in taekwondo and even though her parents would rather her be working with them she is determined to make it on her own. She has been cheated on so she is slow to warm up to men, but she is kind of crushing on a co-worker from her company. I really love the Silver Sentinels, they are so adorable. They are the protectors of the town and I thought it was so sweet how they took turns watching out for Tommy. Just a great cast of characters.

It has a great mystery too because I really didn't figure it being who it was and I like it when I don't figure it out.

This is a great one for all cozy lovers!

Murder at Redwood Cove by Janet Finsilver is a very nice traditional cozy mystery set at a Bed and Breakfast on the California coastline. Although Kelly is the protagonist, she's aided by the Silver Sentinels (loved them!) and a young boy, Tommy and his basset hound, Fred. Well-written, and a nice easy read that kept me guessing throughout the book (very important to me!!!). I recommend this book, and look forward to reading others in the Kelly Jackson mystery series. :-)