Berry the Evidence by Peg Cochran is the seventh A Cranberry Cove Mystery. Each book can be read as a standalone. I have enjoyed reading the series in order because it allowed me to see the changes that have occurred in Monica's life. Monica is happily married to Greg, and she is expecting their first child. She has hired a new baker to replace Kit Turner who will be running the new café in Greg's bookstore Book âEm. Monica's mother is in town and helping her in the farm kitchen (making delectable cranberry muffins, salsa, cookies, and other goodies). Monica is surprised when Gina burst into her home. Gina was with her realtor, Richard âRipâ Taylor in his Jaguar waiting to see if they received a response to her bid on a home. She fell asleep in the car and when she awakened the realtor was dead. Instead of calling the police, Gina panicked and ran. Gina refuses to contact the police. She is afraid they will suspect her or worries the killer will come after her. Monica is left with no choice but to dive into the case. There is humor scattered throughout the story. I like Peg Cochran's writing style. I find it light and friendly. The characters are developed and relatable. There are some quirky characters like Gina. The mystery took us on a journey around Cranberry Cove. We follow Monica as she works to uncover who killed Rip and why. She soon learns that Rip was not a good guy which opens up the suspect list. There are clues to help the reader solve the crime. It depends on your sleuthing level on whether you solve early or are surprised by the killer's identity. The reveal was suspenseful with a smidgin of humor. The story ends with the opening of the café in Book âEm. I had to laugh at Monica's reaction that people in town knew about her pregnancy. I do not know how she expected it to stay a secret after telling certain people. Readers are left with a few unanswered questions, but we will have to wait for the next installment to get the answers (will Greg and Monica have a boy or girl, will Monica's mother stay in town, will Monica's new employee work out). We also have Jeff and Laura's wedding to look forward to as well as the building of Greg and Monica's new home. I enjoyed my time in Cranberry Cove and I look forward to reading the next installment. Berry the Evidence is a cute cozy with a meddling mother, pregnancy sleepiness, lovable fur babies, tasty cranberry treats, a stepmom problem, a murdered realtor, a candle get together, and a cozy new café.

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