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‘the fairy’s name was...’

In a lovely spin off series of the Fairy Garden mysteries we find ourselves back in Carmel, California and the terrific world our author has already intricately created. Carmel has gotten just a bit bigger with the opening of Emma’s spa but unfortunately a rival business owner and a long time frenemy ends up dead and Emma’s the main suspect. Determined to clear her name and find justice for Willow she snoops around with the help of a entertaining group of friends and family. Along the way you’re also the recipient of information about aromatherapy, crystals and yummy food. As always with this author’s books, it’s a hit in my book and meant to be savored! Enjoy!

Courtney Kelly, owner of a fairy garden shop is used to throwing fairy themed parties for kids. But a local socialite wants to hire her to throw a fairy themed party for one of her friends' fortieth birthday in two weeks. Courtney decides to embrace the challenge. When one of the famous guest is found dead Courtney gets pulled into the investigation to clear the name of the innocent person accused of murder.

I love this series. Fiona the fairy is my favorite character. I love how she is evolving and growing into an adult fairy over the series. I am also enjoying seeing Courtney and Brady getting closer. The setting of the fairy garden store is fun and charming. The mystery is well plotted with plenty of red herrings to throw the reader off who really was behind the murder. There are recipes included in the book for those who enjoy baking/cooking. I recommend this book to cozy/fantasy fans.

All thoughts and opinions are my own, and in no way have I been influenced by anyone.