What I’m Reading

My habit is to read three books at a time. One of these will be an audiobook, and for those I prefer mysteries. I choose a second book with the intention of providing enlightenment and/or guidance—for my writing, my soul, my spirit. Finally, the third will be “free choice,” usually fiction but sometimes non-fiction. I have a broad range of interests, but I find I am especially drawn to books with strongly-drawn characters.

Restaurant Weeks…

I love this cozy mystery series—especially the humor. The main character, Poppy, is a funny, self-deprecating, joyful person to be around. The secondary characters are especially entertaining, people I would love to know in person. This particular book revolves around a televised cooking competition—how much more entertaining can you get?

Gwendy’s Final Task

This is the third installation in a trilogy, and in my opinion, the best one yet. I didn’t care too much for the second book, but I’m glad I was invested enough to stick around for the third. Wonderful themes and great main character make it worth the time. I’m listening on Audible, and the book’s tension makes it difficult to turn off the earbuds!

Malice in Dallas

As secretary of the Sisters in Crime North Dallas chapter, this inaugural anthology is near and dear to my heart. But even if I could be totally objective, I’d say these are some of the most amazing short stories on the market. Each has something to do with Dallas or the surrounding area, and having a familiar setting only increases my enjoyment of each mystery.