Karen F. (cosmichomicide) reviewed Murder Most Frothy (Coffeehouse, Bk 4) on + 134 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 7
Good, not great. The interpersonal relationships between Clare, Matt, Joy and Madame seemed forced and superficial in this one and there was a *lot* of backstory explanation for new readers of the series that was just plopped in rather than integrated - probably since this one took place in the Hamptons rather than NYC proper so we had to be told rather than shown. New characters were barely developed since the book was a "one off" and they are unlikely to recur. I'll be happy to see everyone back home.
Helpful Score: 4
I have enjoyed the other books in this series as pleasant little time-passers, but I have to say that two days after reading this book, I could not recall a single thing about the plot, or even be certain whether I had read it. I probably will not read the next book in the series.
Clare places herself in danger again and again in this installment. The murder investigation takes place in the Hamptons and not in Manhattan this time. Though the sleuthing is just as unbelievable as always it's still an enjoyable light read.
Helpful Score: 2
Good mystery, but slowed down by more coffee and architectural information. This author needs to cut back on knowledge or put it at the end of the book instead of boring the reader. I'm liking Claire less and less, although the premise of the series and the recipes are good. I will give this series one more chance before giving up on it.
Sending in trade via PBS.
Sending in trade via PBS.
Helpful Score: 1
This one moved a little slow compared to the others in the series.