Print Length: 336 pages
Publisher: Kensington Books
Publication Date: April 28, 2020
ASIN: B07TT2LWBQ
Nothing’s sweeter than a fruitful family business, and for Winona Mae Montgomery and her Granny Smythe, that means Smythe Orchards in Blossom Valley, Virginia. But this year’s apple crop is especially juicy—
with scandal . . .
with scandal . . .
SEEDS OF DANGER
Thanks to Winnie's new cider shop, Smythe Orchards is out of the red and folks can get their fix of the produce and other delectable products they love all year round. The locals are even booking the shop for events, including a June wedding! Winnie couldn’t be happier to see the barn filled to the rafters for the big bash—until her doting ex, Hank, is caught in a heated argument with the groom. Winnie plans to scold Hank after the party, but spots him running off instead. And when the groom turns up dead, apparently hit by the honeymoon getaway car, Hank is the main suspect. Now Hank is on the lam, and it’s up to Winnie to get to the core of the truth—before the real killer puts the squeeze on her . . .
Pulp Friction is a wonderful second book in the Cider Shop Mysteries. The mystery was solid, exciting, and kept me on my toes. I enjoyed the small-town setting with the main character living with her granny on an apple orchard.
Winnie is a fantastic, down-to-earth heroine who wants the wedding being held at the orchard to go off without a hitch. Unfortunately, when Winnie’s ex, Hank, is noticed arguing with the groom, who is later found dead outside the reception, he becomes suspect number one. Knowing he would never arbitrarily take another person’s life, Winnie begins looking into the bride, the groom, and anyone who would want the groom dead.
I loved Pulp Friction as much as I loved book 1, Apple Cider Slaying. The murder isn’t the only theme in the book, giving the book a lot of realism. Winnie’s granny and granny’s friend Delilah are a hoot, and everyone should have a friendship like theirs, regardless of what stage in life you happen to be in. Friends are priceless. The romance build-up between Winnie and the sheriff is slow and exciting. I love the chemistry and the ease in which the author is developing their potential relationship. We were also provided excellent imagery, character development, and a great story.
The author's writing style is fluid, the pacing is perfect, and the story is so easy to read that I couldn’t believe I was almost done already. I found myself engaged and completely captivated in the story from the very beginning. I really enjoyed Pulp Friction and can't wait for the next book.
I was provided a copy of this book to read.
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