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They say that tea has a calming effect, and the same can be said for tea-themed novels. Even if, in Leslie Meier's English Tea Murder, the scones come with, not clotted cream, but a killer. Indeed, this installment in the Lucy Stone series has an Agatha Christie feel to it, complete with a trip to jolly old England, a strangely connected cast of characters, and even, not to put too fine a point on it, an outing to see Christie's The Mousetrap. These elements, mingled with the cozy-yet-creepy mystery that unfurls amidst the steam of Earl Grey, make it one of my Meier favorites.
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By contrast, Elizabeth Berg's Tapestry of Fortunes isn't a mystery. Unless, of course, you count the mysteries of life. Because that's what CeCe Ross is forced to confront after the death of her best friend Penny. Adrift but aware that her life needs more meaning, she takes a sabbatical from her job as a motivational speaker, starts volunteering at a hospice center, and sells her house to move in with three strangers. Lise, Joni, and Renie are different from CeCe -- and each other -- but turn out to be just what she needs. Not only do they share her penchant for reading tarot cards and tea leaves, they offer up their own fears and regrets, creating an unbreakable bond. Berg steeps their poignant yet never saccharine story in irreverent reverence, making Tapestry of Fortunes joy in a cup.
And that's all tea that we have today, friends. Maybe next time I'll spring for crumpets.
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Thanks for your sharing, have a lovely week...
Sounds like some lovely novels to savor over some amazing tea. Earl Grey is always better with a little milk and bit of sugar. Recently, I won a variety of summer teas from the TeaSmith at work. Of course, this is 'loose' tea. And it came with its own metal sift for brewing. Although, when done, something is at the bottom of the cup...so be careful. Honestly, it's much better for a fruity sun tea. Great to hear Berg is at it again.
Hope you are having a good start of July ❤️💙❤️💙 Thanks for your comments, oh I am doing my best to keep everyone connected..although, sometimes, it feels like catching up with old friends, too. Of course, recently, I cam across a word that described one of my characters perfectly, naturally I can't remember the word now. Always something.
These do sound like delicious reads. Both have a cozy feel with some mystery.🧁🧁🧁🧁💗💗💗🌸🌸🌸🌸We did have a good slow soak of a rain yesterday..and a very cool 75. A shock to the system on July 1st! Of course, this meant I just wanted to be lazy all day too..which of course, I needed. Hope you are getting ready for a good July 4th..if only it were tomorrow instead of Tuesday..of course, that means more fireworks in the neighborhood. Happy July❤️💙❤️💙
These two novels are quite a combo..just think what might happen to get them mixed up. I am trying to get caught up with two of Lucy Clarke's Thrillers and I must say, it is easy to confuse the two. Hope I won't confuse my characters too..🌸💗🌸🌸💗💗 that is interesting what you brought up about Hoyt. Although, Mona might be the one in control. And it's good to see that Tristan is bothered about Delia's ex and how little Hoyt remembers Delia who just took her as this girl named Dale yet isn't going to be bothered of it, either way. And a note on face claim..evidently, I have found someone from Forever 21 and Shein as my "millie" (the basic barbie face sculpt that has been used since 2015) of characters. Oddly, I think the "Roman" faceclaim is modeling for Men's Wearhouse..only, I can't ever see his whole face.
Tea themed mysteries - I love it!! ☕️ "These elements, mingled with the cozy-yet-creepy mystery that unfurls amidst the steam of Earl Grey, make it one of my Meier favorites." The way you described that is fabulous and definitely paints the mental picture! 😎
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