Book Review: The Crossed Stitcher

Reviewed By: Dawn Dowdle

The Crossed Stitcher     Amazon US TPB Amazon Canada TPB
Pamela Sue James
Class/Genre:   Mystery   Woman Main Character   Amateur Sleuth   Cozy
PublishAmerica, Paperback, 2007, 208 pages, $19.95

Page Hollow has returned to Hitchcock Cove, Kansas. Initially it was to look after her eccentric Aunt Maddie. While there she decided to open a cross-stitch stop. Aunt Maddie opened a bookstore.

A freak snowstorm hits in October and strangers keep appearing in town. As more strange occurrences happen, Page's fears increase. Due to the storm, they get snowed in at Aunt Maddie's.

Hunting for a murdered in a town covered with snow is not easy. Luckily Page has her stitching friends. Needles are great weapons! Can they find the murderer before they strike again? Who are the new people in town and what do they want?

I really enjoyed Page and Aunt Maddie. They were very likable and three-dimensional. Page's friend as well as the other ladies really added to the story. The small town atmosphere gave the story a lot of credence.

This cozy mystery is a quick, easy read, and I highly recommend it. I look forward to more adventures in Hitchcock Cove.

Dawn Dowdle

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