Skein of Words

This is a solid cozy mystery, but I admit that I enjoyed it mostly for the Scottish castle setting. The atmosphere was the highlight as Freya and her Aunt Carole race to figure out who murdered the laird of the castle and stole the priceless silver collection. At the same time, they are also trying to find their missing team member who had last been seen at the Castle. It's filled with family secrets and eeriness.

I really enjoyed this one more than the last one! Judith Potts is such a great main character, and I love her connection with her two friends. Judith is sharp, independent, a little eccentric, and completely unwilling to be ignored. This mystery centres on a series of murders targeting local celebrities, which turn out to be linked to a blackmail scheme. As Judith and her friends investigate with their usual determination, the case begins to intersect with the long-standing mystery surrounding Judith's husband’s death years earlier, adding a more personal layer to the story. The trio dynamic continues to work well, but Judith is the standout. I like that this book was faster-paced. It's a fun, cozy mystery with a bit more depth. Looking forward to the next in the series. Thanks to Netgalley, the author and publisher for the e-Arc