Book 1 in A Crochet Mystery series. The main character is Molly Pink. She's a widow who is trying her best to move on with her life and focus on herself for once. She works at a quaint bookstore as an event coordinator. One of the groups that meets regularly at the bookstore is the Tarzana Hooker's, a crotchet group. While Molly is picking up after one meeting, she finds the leader's crotchet hooks and decides to drop them off at her house. Of course, she walks in on a supposed burglary and finds her first murder victim. This is a quick, paced story full of lots of characters. Some I like and some really annoy me! I was really turned off by the "love" interest in this read. He was very controlling and pushy. I just kept waiting for Molly to stick up for herself and kick him to the curve. I guess I'm a bit more use to the main sleuth being more confident. Her best friend definitely won me over. There were a few comedic relief scenes as well, especially involving other appearances at the bookstore. They made for a good chuckle. Molly does end up joining the group and we are told about different crochet techniques, but it definitely wasn't overwhelming. I'm not a crocheter/ knitter, but I still enjoyed what was shared. I had a feeling who the main suspect was going to be and wasn't too surprised when that was confirmed at the end. Overall, it was a good read and contained an entertaining mystery. Since I don't normally write reviews unless I have something specific to say, here's the break down of how I rate my books...1 star... This book was bad, so bad I may have given up and skipped to the end. I will avoid this author like the plague in the future.2 stars... This book was not very good, and I won't be reading any more from the author.3 stars... This book was ok, but I won't go out of my way to read more, But if I find another book by the author for under a dollar I'd pick it up.4 stars... I really enjoyed this book and will definitely be on the look out to pick up more from the series/author.5 stars... I loved this book! It had earned a permanent home in my collection and I'll be picking up the rest of the series and other books from the author ASAP.
Do You like book Hooked On Murder (2008)?
I enjoyed this book enough that I ordered the second in the series.
—Arii
A fun read, I'd definitely try more in the series.
—lissettesambula
I thought her books she wrote later were better.
—kryp2nite30
