Audiobook7 hours
Death by Pumpkin Spice
Written by Alex Erickson
Narrated by Melissa Moran
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
3.5/5
()
About this audiobook
As if a run-in with an old flame and a failed marriage proposal weren't enough to horrify Krissy for one night, a woman is found strangled to death in a room filled with ominous jack-o'-lanterns. All signs suggest a crime of passion-but when the hostess's jewelry disappears, malevolent intentions seem way more likely . . .
With the estate on lockdown and a killer roaming the halls, Krissy must help Officer Paul Dalton investigate each nook, cranny, and guest for answers-while also confronting a few demons of her own. Someone has lots of skeletons in the closet, and Krissy better tread lightly to expose them . . .
With the estate on lockdown and a killer roaming the halls, Krissy must help Officer Paul Dalton investigate each nook, cranny, and guest for answers-while also confronting a few demons of her own. Someone has lots of skeletons in the closet, and Krissy better tread lightly to expose them . . .
More audiobooks from Alex Erickson
Christmas Cocoa Murder Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Death by Hot Cocoa Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Related to Death by Pumpkin Spice
Titles in the series (12)
Death by Coffee Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Death by Vanilla Latte Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Death by Tea Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Death by Pumpkin Spice Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Death by Espresso Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Death by Eggnog Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Death by Cafe Mocha Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Death by French Roast Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Death by Hot Apple Cider Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Death by Spiced Chai Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsDeath by Iced Coffee Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsDeath by Peppermint Cappuccino Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratings
Related audiobooks
Death by Tea Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Death by Vanilla Latte Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Death by Coffee Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Death by Eggnog Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Death by Hot Apple Cider Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Death by Espresso Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Death by Cafe Mocha Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Death by French Roast Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Daisies For Innocence Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A Dark and Stormy Murder Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Brownies and Broomsticks Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Nightshade for Warning Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Crime and Poetry Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5By Book or by Crook Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Marigolds for Malice Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Spirits and Sourdough Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Cookies and Clairvoyance Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Honey Roasted Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5A Deadly Brew Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Murder at the Christmas Cookie Bakeoff Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Bewitched, Bothered, and Biscotti Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A Murder for the Books: A Blue Ridge Library Mystery Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Cobblered to Death Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Tea & Treachery Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Cider Shop Rules Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The Body in the Bookstore Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Murder by the Book Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Christmas Cocoa and a Corpse Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5To Fudge or Not to Fudge Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Murder at the Beacon Bakeshop Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Cozy Mysteries For You
The Secret of Poppyridge Cove Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder: A Novel Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Bad Housekeeping Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Golden Spoon: A Novel Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Death and Croissants Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Mother-Daughter Murder Night: A Novel Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Marple: Twelve New Mysteries Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A Traitor at Poppyridge Cove Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Marlow Murder Club Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Murder Unexpected Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Crow Folk: The Witches of Woodville 1 Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5How the Ghost Stole Christmas Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Swann Dive Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Sting of Death: A Rising Sun Rescue Mystery Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Murder Undeniable Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Publishable By Death Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Stranded at Poppyridge Cove Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Gone with the Ghost Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A Doggone Waterfront Shame Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A Quiet Life in the Country Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Bad Neighbors Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A Crepe to Die For Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin, Gentleman Burglar Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Murder at Poppyridge Cove Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Secret, Book & Scone Society Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Murder at an Irish Christmas Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies: A Novel Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Beachfront Bakery: A Killer Cupcake (A Beachfront Bakery Cozy Mystery—Book 1) Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Sniffing Out The Spy Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Merry Murders 1: The Keys to Murder Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Reviews for Death by Pumpkin Spice
Rating: 3.342857168571429 out of 5 stars
3.5/5
35 ratings2 reviews
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5It’s a Hallowe’en party that is second to none, and Krissy was lucky enough to be invited to it by a handsome doctor. But the company and the mansion are a bit out of her league. Still, she is determined to enjoy herself and not be intimidated by the guests. However, when a partygoer dressed as Marilyn Monroe is found murdered, Krissy’s instincts kick into high gear. She wants to help the detective in charge, who also just happened to be a guest, with interviewing the other people and solving the murder. Everyone is held captive at the party, waiting for reinforcements to come, since a driving rainstorm has washed out access to the mansion. The vast majority of this tale takes place at the party, and after a while, the story drags a bit. Still, it is an entertaining and scary tale, with just enough twists along with a dash of romance thrown in for good measure.
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Death by Pumpkin Spice by Alex Erickson is the third book in Bookstore Café Mystery series. Krissy Hancock is invited to the exclusive Yarborough Halloween Party by Dr. William Foster. Krissy purchases her costume at the local Halloween pop-up store (for a fancy, exclusive party). Krissy goes as Sherlock Holmes and Will is Phantom of the Opera. The Yarborough driveway is steep and under construction (just gravel). It is difficult for the cars to get up the driveway due to the pouring rain. The Yarborough house is unique (wait until you read the description of the kitchen). Howard Yarborough, who recently passed away, loved Halloween and the house reflects his taste (it is this way all the time). After Margaret Yarborough addresses the guests, Quentin Pebbles steps up and proposes to his girlfriend, Jessica. Jessica rejects Quentin’s proposal (she humiliates him). When the guests are invited to explore the house (each room has a different theme), Jessica is found dead in the pumpkin room. Officer Paul Dalton is the only police presence in the house and responders cannot get up the drive. Paul asks Krissy for assistance (she is thrilled to help). They are searching for Quentin (who disappeared) when Margaret states her jewels are missing. Does it have anything to do with the murder? Paul and Krissy have their work cut out for them. The guests refuse to stay in the ballroom. They keep taking off to explore the house. Krissy is also distracted by her ex-boyfriend, Robert. He showed up at the party so he could talk to Krissy. Robert wants Krissy to give him another chance (after he cheated on her). Will Paul and Krissy be able to find the killer before the guest’s mutiny and demand to be released? To find out who killed Jessica Fairweather, you will need read Death by Pumpkin Spice!I thought Death by Pumpkin Spice was disappointing. I thought Krissy was an extremely unlikeable character. Krissy has confidence issues and is constantly doubting herself (it is unappealing). Her self-doubts and lack of confidence make it really hard to enjoy the book. Krissy seems very immature. The book also focused too much on romance. Krissy is at the party with Will, but she keeps thinking about Paul (blushing when his name is mentioned, when she thinks about him). Then Robert pops up and wants her back. I also found some contradictions in the novel. She agrees to go to an exclusive party with Will. But after seeing Will’s costume, the fancy house, and the other guest’s costumes, she realizes it is a fancy dress party (she did not get that from the invite and her friends telling her how this is a very exclusive event). Death by Pumpkin Spice is easy to read and can be finished in a couple of hours. The mystery can be easily solved (you can solve it before you get to page 100). You only need two clues to figure it out. I give Death by Pumpkin Spice 3 out of 5 stars (it is okay). This book was just not for me. The premise is good, but I did not like the final product.