Secrets in the Soil

Bonnie Reed

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Librarian Maggie Nelson just wanted to take her dog, Watson for a walk. But instead, he ends up digging up a human bone at the old Mortimer Place which puts Maggie right in the middle a mystery. She and her friends delve into the lives of the Mortimers to see if they can uncover the who was buried by the house and what happened 15 years ago.

This was a quick read (112 pages) but moved along at a good pace. I liked the development of the main character, Maggie. We learn that her deceased father was a police officer and it’s clear she’s inherited his desire for justice. Although this is the second book of this series, it stands well on its own. I was able to enjoy the mystery without having to read the first book. This is a good choice for cozy fans looking for a shorter read.

*I received an ARC of this book. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.