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sea_caummisar's review
4.0
February book club.
Most of the gang is back in book 2 of the Gingerbread Hag. Hedy is still eccentric. I'm so glad Mel works for her. I'm sad to see she's going off to college soon. But Darro is still around. I learned about new elementals. Fox shapeshifters, a weird kind of vampire, and an Imp were new to me. Very interesting! I hope Hedy falls in love soon. Anyways, these books are fun. Some of the fun stuff I love about these books is history stuff. Like decorating a Xmas tree with spiders, because spiders decorated a tree one year with beautiful webs. SPOILER Alyssa was back. As much as I love series and getting to know the characters, I m usually not a fan when there's always a main bad guy the keeps getting away. I hope the Alyssa problem will be solved soon. Otherwise, it will just get old to me. Still these books are fun
Most of the gang is back in book 2 of the Gingerbread Hag. Hedy is still eccentric. I'm so glad Mel works for her. I'm sad to see she's going off to college soon. But Darro is still around. I learned about new elementals. Fox shapeshifters, a weird kind of vampire, and an Imp were new to me. Very interesting! I hope Hedy falls in love soon. Anyways, these books are fun. Some of the fun stuff I love about these books is history stuff. Like decorating a Xmas tree with spiders, because spiders decorated a tree one year with beautiful webs. SPOILER Alyssa was back. As much as I love series and getting to know the characters, I m usually not a fan when there's always a main bad guy the keeps getting away. I hope the Alyssa problem will be solved soon. Otherwise, it will just get old to me. Still these books are fun
booksandladders's review
4.0
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Disclaimer: I received compensation to move this book up on my review schedule. This in no way impacts my opinion.
Actual Rating: 3.5
This was just as good as the first installment, [b:Burned to a Crisp|45441360|Burned to a Crisp (Gingerbread Hag Mystery #1)|K.A. Miltimore|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1556834240l/45441360._SY75_.jpg|68912457], but had different elements that made me hesitate in giving it a higher rating. I liked the new characters that were introduced, but I felt as though some of the other characters from the previous book didn't get as much screen time and/or development as they could have. This ends on a cliffhanger so I can't wait to see where it goes next! I know it will probably "conclude" in the next one, but I do hope that the setting and characters will remain and a new set of problems will arise. I do quite enjoy this world and setting!
Disclaimer: I received compensation to move this book up on my review schedule. This in no way impacts my opinion.
Actual Rating: 3.5
This was just as good as the first installment, [b:Burned to a Crisp|45441360|Burned to a Crisp (Gingerbread Hag Mystery #1)|K.A. Miltimore|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1556834240l/45441360._SY75_.jpg|68912457], but had different elements that made me hesitate in giving it a higher rating. I liked the new characters that were introduced, but I felt as though some of the other characters from the previous book didn't get as much screen time and/or development as they could have. This ends on a cliffhanger so I can't wait to see where it goes next! I know it will probably "conclude" in the next one, but I do hope that the setting and characters will remain and a new set of problems will arise. I do quite enjoy this world and setting!
katkinney's review
5.0
When the weather turns cold and December nears, I’m always searching for wonderful Christmas books to get me in the holiday mood. I especially love books that put an unusual spin on their Christmas tale, and “In the Teeth of It” was a delight! Hedy is back in all her baking, innkeeping glory. To describe the style of this series… picture a Hannah Swenson-style baking cozy (the food descriptions are out of this world) paired with a bit of supernatural innkeeping and magic and mystery. I delighted in reading all the German traditions. Krampus and Pfeffernusse. Christmas pyramids and Christmas markets and the delightful descriptions of Krampus gingerbread cookies. I devoured all the Christmasy bits!
And then of course… there’s something lurking about, attacking local farms and possessing the kids. This spun up to a really fun conclusion, and I can’t wait to read book three!
Please excuse typos/name misspellings. Entered on screen reader.
And then of course… there’s something lurking about, attacking local farms and possessing the kids. This spun up to a really fun conclusion, and I can’t wait to read book three!
Please excuse typos/name misspellings. Entered on screen reader.
taisie22's review
4.0
Christmas is coming to Enumclaw, and Hedy is baking up a storm to get ready for the market. But she has trouble when her waystation must undergo an inspection and Lyssa has returned to create more unrest.
I enjoyed this second book in the series. It's nice to read a cozy mystery with some paranormal elements. I thought the secondary characters in the first book were a bit stronger and I missed seeing them again though Darro is always a treat. However, we're left with a great setup for the next book in the series, so I can't wait.
I enjoyed this second book in the series. It's nice to read a cozy mystery with some paranormal elements. I thought the secondary characters in the first book were a bit stronger and I missed seeing them again though Darro is always a treat. However, we're left with a great setup for the next book in the series, so I can't wait.
whistberry's review
5.0
Second outing in an unusual and original cozy mystery series that I really enjoy. The author takes many of the conventions of the cozy - small town setting, likable amateur detective, even delicious baked goods - and gives it a unique spin by incorporating supernatural creatures and folktales from around the world. Hedy is a wonderful character: quirky, lovable, and always very much true to herself, even when others look down on her or discount her for being strange in their eyes. Like most mystery series, the reader will benefit with a deeper understanding of the setting and characters if they have already read the first book, but this one also works as a fun, standalone adventure. The author smoothly blends myths and legends from across the globe in a seamless and entertaining way, and I always end up learning something about other cultural folk beliefs along the way. What I appreciate most is the message of these books which is that love and acceptance of others are the greatest assets in defeating evil. This series is a fun departure for readers who love a good cozy mystery with plenty of heart and imagination, and the exciting ending of this book sets us up for the next thrilling installment. I can't wait!
jamiebooksandladders's review
4.0
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Disclaimer: I received compensation to move this book up on my review schedule. This in no way impacts my opinion.
Actual Rating: 3.5
This was just as good as the first installment, [b:Burned to a Crisp|45441360|Burned to a Crisp (Gingerbread Hag Mystery #1)|K.A. Miltimore|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1556834240l/45441360._SY75_.jpg|68912457], but had different elements that made me hesitate in giving it a higher rating. I liked the new characters that were introduced, but I felt as though some of the other characters from the previous book didn't get as much screen time and/or development as they could have. This ends on a cliffhanger so I can't wait to see where it goes next! I know it will probably "conclude" in the next one, but I do hope that the setting and characters will remain and a new set of problems will arise. I do quite enjoy this world and setting!
Disclaimer: I received compensation to move this book up on my review schedule. This in no way impacts my opinion.
Actual Rating: 3.5
This was just as good as the first installment, [b:Burned to a Crisp|45441360|Burned to a Crisp (Gingerbread Hag Mystery #1)|K.A. Miltimore|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1556834240l/45441360._SY75_.jpg|68912457], but had different elements that made me hesitate in giving it a higher rating. I liked the new characters that were introduced, but I felt as though some of the other characters from the previous book didn't get as much screen time and/or development as they could have. This ends on a cliffhanger so I can't wait to see where it goes next! I know it will probably "conclude" in the next one, but I do hope that the setting and characters will remain and a new set of problems will arise. I do quite enjoy this world and setting!
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