“Forget Me Knot” by Mary Marks Book Review

By Ruth on January 18, 2014 in book, mystery, review
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Forget Me Knot (A Quilting Mystery, #1)Forget Me Knot by Mary Marks

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have had such marvelous success lately with cozy mysteries, and this new series is no exception. I have never read any of those “quilting mystery” books that are so popular on the internet these days, but this one is certainly not to be missed. Just to give you an idea of how rapidly I read it, I began on a Friday, and by the end of work that day, I was more than halfway through the book. It was then a swift finish on Saturday afternoon, and I genuinely never wanted to set the book down. I will also say that I did not figure out “who done it.” I determined it was not who everyone believed it was, but the cleverness of the story line was quite refreshing.

Again, no graphic sex (implied, but not detailed), and essentially no profanity. If there was any, it was so minimal that I have forgotten it. I could exonerate Martha’s (the main character shares my daughter’s name) Democratic affiliation because she was so amiable. And it is as though she just happens to be in the right place at the right time, and she never gives up. Since this is the first in the series, there should be plenty more in the future. The romance should keep things pretty hot for many more books to come.

I appreciated the humor in this book, and I am quite astounded that this is Mary Marks’s first mystery. I can highly recommend this one, and don’t let the length of the book keep you from checking it out. Because her writing style is so down-to-earth, you will find it a quick read. Concerned that the age of the sleuth will not keep things riveting? (Martha is in her 50’s.) It is clear that this woman is sharp, quick-witted, and downright lovable!

I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I was not financially compensated, and all opinions are 100 percent mine.

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“Don’t bend; don’t water it down; don’t try to make it logical; don’t edit your own soul according to the fashion. Rather, follow your most intense obsessions mercilessly.” — Franz Kafka Ruth is an inspirational entertainment journalist who instinctively sees the best in all and seeks to share universal beauty, love and positivity. She is an artist who leads with her heart and gives readers a glimpse of the best of this world through the masterful use of the written word. Ruth was born in Tacoma, Washington but now calls Yelm, Washington her home. She lives on five acres with her parents, a dog, two miniature goats, cats and a teenage daughter who is a dynamic visual artist herself. Ruth interviews fellow artists both inside and outside of the film/television industry. At the core of all she does is the strength of her faith.

5 Comments

  1. Kaye Killgore October 16, 2015 Reply

    Very nice review.

  2. I’m also on this tour, and loved this book!
    Im looking forward to more books in this series!

    Great review!
    Melissa @ My Recent Favorite books recently posted…Book Tour – Review and Giveaway – Forget me Knot by Mary MarksMy Profile

  3. MaryMarks January 19, 2014 Reply

    Thank you Ruth, for such a lovely review, and for featuring me on your blog.
    All the best,
    Mary Marks

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      Ruth January 19, 2014 Reply

      It was my pleasure to read it! I look forward to reading more!

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