This is my most favorite read in some time! It only took me the span of two days to read because I started so late in the day! The Keeper of Lost Things, by Ruth Hogan is a gem of a book. We learn a bit about the lost things, where they were found, how they were lost, etc. Some 'lost' people are found again, too. And there is a wonderful connection between the beginning and the end. Simply grand!

The second book in the Sweet Pepper Fire Brigade mysteries is Playing With Fire, by J.J. Cook. Bones have been found behind a false wall in the fire hall, which sparks an investigation, which leads, of course, to trouble! Temporary fire chief Stella Griffin deals with old legends, politicians, and secrets some want to remain hidden. Again, a nice cozy of a mystery. Warning: this book ended with even more of a cliff hanger than the first book!

Jumping right into the third book, In Hot Water, was the thing to do (although I did have to feed the dog first)! A fire (and a death) at the local 'planned community' provide a reason for getting a fire boat. There is a conflict over who should provide, it though, The death is suspicious so the state investigators are called in. Evidence disappears. And one citizen (who feels threatened by the ghost) is determined to destroy the house he haunts (the one Stella is living in). So much going on! The author, J.J. Cook, has a talent for ending chapters in such a way as you want to read on.

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