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Pane and Suffering: Webb's Glass Shop Mysteries, Book 1
Written by Cheryl Hollon
Narrated by C.S.E. Cooney
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To solve her father's murder and save the family-owned glass shop, Savannah Webb must shatter a killer's carefully constructed façade . . .
After Savannah's father dies unexpectedly of a heart attack, she drops everything to return home to St. Petersburg, Florida, to settle his affairs—including the fate of the beloved, family-owned glass shop. Savannah intends to hand over ownership to her father's trusted assistant and fellow glass expert, Hugh Trevor, but soon discovers the master craftsman also dead of an apparent heart attack.
As if the coincidence of the two deaths wasn't suspicious enough, Savannah discovers a note her father left for her in his shop, warning her that she is in danger. With the local police unconvinced, it's up to Savannah to piece together the encoded clues left behind by her father. And when her father's apprentice is accused of the murders, Savannah is more desperate than ever to crack the case before the killer seizes a window of opportunity to cut her out of the picture . . .
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Pane and Suffering: Webb's Glass Shop Mysteries, Book 1
Written by Cheryl Hollon
Narrated by C.S.E. Cooney
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To solve her father's murder and save the family-owned glass shop, Savannah Webb must shatter a killer's carefully constructed façade . . .
After Savannah's father dies unexpectedly of a heart attack, she drops everything to return home to St. Petersburg, Florida, to settle his affairs—including the fate of the beloved, family-owned glass shop. Savannah intends to hand over ownership to her father's trusted assistant and fellow glass expert, Hugh Trevor, but soon discovers the master craftsman also dead of an apparent heart attack.
As if the coincidence of the two deaths wasn't suspicious enough, Savannah discovers a note her father left for her in his shop, warning her that she is in danger. With the local police unconvinced, it's up to Savannah to piece together the encoded clues left behind by her father. And when her father's apprentice is accused of the murders, Savannah is more desperate than ever to crack the case before the killer seizes a window of opportunity to cut her out of the picture . . .
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I actually give this book 3.5 stars but rounded it up to 4. This is the first book in a new series, A Webb's Glass Shop Mystery, and it looks very promising.
Savanna Webb is a glass blowing artist from Seattle who returns to her home town of St. Petersburg Florida to bury her father and sell his glass shop to his partner, who she calls Uncle Hugh. Savannah is at the shop after the funeral waiting to meet Hugh before a Stained Glass Class and he does not show up. She starts to teach the class and discovers Hugh dead in the workroom. This is too much of a coincidence for Savannah and she is convinced that both her father and Hugh were murdered. With the help of another business owner, who may become a love interest, a boy with Aspergers and her new employee, they investigate the murders.
This is a great little cozy with a set of characters that will entertain readers for many books. There is a lot of great information on glassblowing and stained glass.
In future books, I hope that it is not as obvious who the culprit was. I figured it out early in the story and I am sure others will as well. Some of the scenes seemed to be filler as they did not add anything to the story, such as lunch with Frank at the Mexican Place. If those things are firmed up in the next book in the series, this will be a winner.
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
Rating: 4Savanna Webb is a glass blowing artist from Seattle who returns to her home town of St. Petersburg Florida to bury her father and sell his glass shop to his partner, who she calls Uncle Hugh. Savannah is at the shop after the funeral waiting to meet Hugh before a Stained Glass Class and he does not show up. She starts to teach the class and discovers Hugh dead in the workroom. This is too much of a coincidence for Savannah and she is convinced that both her father and Hugh were murdered. With the help of another business owner, who may become a love interest, a boy with Aspergers and her new employee, they investigate the murders.
This is a great little cozy with a set of characters that will entertain readers for many books. There is a lot of great information on glassblowing and stained glass.
In future books, I hope that it is not as obvious who the culprit was. I figured it out early in the story and I am sure others will as well. Some of the scenes seemed to be filler as they did not add anything to the story, such as lunch with Frank at the Mexican Place. If those things are firmed up in the next book in the series, this will be a winner.
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
Savannah returns to St. Petersburg after the death of her father. As she tries to wrap up her father's affairs, his business partner is found dead. Savannah suspects both were murdered, but has a hard time convincing the police. She decides to investigate for herself, while at the same time running her father's glass shop.
So the mystery was interesting, and the characters were engaging. I felt I learned a lot about making stained glass, and it seems like the author really knew what she was talking about.
My biggest complaint with this book was the actions of the lead detective. One of the detectives in his squad is not well liked and not very competent in his job. The lead detective allows him to make a mistake in handling a witness who is a minor and also has Aspergers. All so he can fire him. Would a detective really put a child in danger in order to make another detective look bad? That point left a sour taste in my mouth.
I liked this book enough that I would read the next in the series.
I received a free review copy from The Cozy Mystery Review Crew in exchange for my honest review.
Rating: 3So the mystery was interesting, and the characters were engaging. I felt I learned a lot about making stained glass, and it seems like the author really knew what she was talking about.
My biggest complaint with this book was the actions of the lead detective. One of the detectives in his squad is not well liked and not very competent in his job. The lead detective allows him to make a mistake in handling a witness who is a minor and also has Aspergers. All so he can fire him. Would a detective really put a child in danger in order to make another detective look bad? That point left a sour taste in my mouth.
I liked this book enough that I would read the next in the series.
I received a free review copy from The Cozy Mystery Review Crew in exchange for my honest review.
Great start for a new series. Enjoyed very much.
Rating: 5I found this cozy mystery to be very entertaining! I have read several other cozy mystery series, but this series could become one of my favorites. I really enjoyed reading about the art of glass making. It was not a concept that I was familiar with. I found it very helpful that the author included a glossary for the glass making terms. I believe it helps the reader understand the concept better.
There were several characters that made a difference in the book. The main character, Savannah Webb, seemed very relatable because of the death of her father. She displayed her emotions in a sincere way and never gave up in searching for her father's killer.
Officer Boulli was the character that I was the least fond of. He did not believe Savannah from the beginning when she felt like there was foul play in the deaths. He was portrayed as being a jerk, and incompetent.
Detective Parker believed Savannah from the first doubt she had. He never made her feel as if she was crazy for feeling the way she did. He was on her side from the beginning. The detective was portrayed as a caring person, and appreciative of the effort from Savannah in trying to find the killer.
Overall, I found the characters in the book to be very believable and relatable.
The plot was very well thought out and kept me interested until the very last page. I will definitely be reading more from this author, starting with the other books in this series!
Rating: 5There were several characters that made a difference in the book. The main character, Savannah Webb, seemed very relatable because of the death of her father. She displayed her emotions in a sincere way and never gave up in searching for her father's killer.
Officer Boulli was the character that I was the least fond of. He did not believe Savannah from the beginning when she felt like there was foul play in the deaths. He was portrayed as being a jerk, and incompetent.
Detective Parker believed Savannah from the first doubt she had. He never made her feel as if she was crazy for feeling the way she did. He was on her side from the beginning. The detective was portrayed as a caring person, and appreciative of the effort from Savannah in trying to find the killer.
Overall, I found the characters in the book to be very believable and relatable.
The plot was very well thought out and kept me interested until the very last page. I will definitely be reading more from this author, starting with the other books in this series!
Pane and Suffering A Webb's Glass Shop Mystery #1 by Cheryl Hollon is a spectacular, shimmering cozy mystery with an extraordinary plot that meshes with a special cast of characters into a great intriquing story. This is the first in a new series that I love and can not wait for the next book. It is a fun, fast paced mystery that keeps you glued to the pages until the end.Savannah has come home after her Father dies unexpectedly to get things in order and to turn the glass shop over to Hugh her Father's assistant but things get complicated when Hugh is found dead too of an apparent heartattack. Things seem mysterious when both men die so suddenly and everything gets more intriquing when a warning note is found from Savannah's Dad along with a code for her to decipher. Was it murder? Who can she trust? What will she do with the shop and why would someone want her Dad and Hugh dead?I enjoyed the whole code and cipher aspect of this story. It adds a whole exciting element and a fun different way to solve the mystery. There are so many suspects with different motives that you keep guessing to the end. I like that Savannah is protrayed as a kind, caring, smart and strong woman. Jacob who has autism and a good helper, Edward and Amanda all add to the plot in a good way. This book starts right into the mystery with a bang and just gets better with each page. A lot of times a new series gets bogged down with introducing new characters but this one isn't that way. The author weaves the information in as the story progresses and doesn't bore you with all the details. The characters could be people you know and you can relate to which is a plus. Some you love, others are ok and others you dislike but they make the story interesting. For a new series this is a good start and I look forward to the next book to see where it continues with Savannah and the glass shop.I received this book for my honest opinion and review
Rating: 5This is a lovely mystery of a story.
The author certainly knows her glasswork.
The character of Savannah Web comes over as a strong determined lady and with her two friends investigate the possible murder of her late father's assistant Hugh.
All in all a satisfying ending.
Highly recommed ed.
This digital book was given to me by the publisher via Netgalley in return for an honest inbiased review which I am happy to do.
Rating: 5The author certainly knows her glasswork.
The character of Savannah Web comes over as a strong determined lady and with her two friends investigate the possible murder of her late father's assistant Hugh.
All in all a satisfying ending.
Highly recommed ed.
This digital book was given to me by the publisher via Netgalley in return for an honest inbiased review which I am happy to do.
A decent mystery and some glass technique
I really enjoyed this book. It caught me from the beginning and was well-paced until the end. The mystery was good and while the end was a bit clichd it was enjoyable. The glass class made this something unique.
Rating: 4I really enjoyed this book. It caught me from the beginning and was well-paced until the end. The mystery was good and while the end was a bit clichd it was enjoyable. The glass class made this something unique.
I received a copy to facilitate my review. The opinions expressed here are my own.Like the author, I grew up reading mysteries. It has always been my favorite genre. When I was first approached about reading and reviewing this book I was surprise to learn I had so much in common with the author My husband has done some stained glass work and he turns pens. We've both be involved in some of the same things. Then we learned she lives just north of us and her story takes place in St. Petersburg, FL, less than an hour north of us. I loved the way she gives so much information about working with glass. Books like this often lead people to learn more about things like working with glass. My favorite thing about the book is that Savannah must try to unravel the clues left by her father. She has created characters that you come to care about including Suzy, the service dog. It is brought to a satisfying conclusion and gets you ready for the sequel "Shards of Murder" which will be out sometime next year. I have to say that I really enjoyed this and will recommend it to all those who love mysteries. This is an author you want to keep your eye on.
Rating: 5In Pane and Suffering, Savannah's father has died from an apparent heart attack and she returns for his funeral and to settle his estate. She plans to sell his glass studio to Hugh, her Dad's friend and associate, but then Hugh dies of a heart attack. There are two pushy potential buyers for the store, but Savannah is suspicious after the second death. She and her new friends begin to investigate. A cozy mystery with a nice dash of humor and interesting characters, with a good mystery. I enjoyed the ciphers and puzzles and learning a little about stained glass.
Rating: 4I really enjoyed this first in a new series, set in a quaint section of St. Petersburg, FL, with most of the action taking place at Webb's Glass Shop. A glass artist in her own right in Seattle, Savannah Webb has returned to Florida after the death of her father, to see to the dispensation of the family glass shop. Co-worker Hugh is expected to continue teaching and running the shop. When Hugh is also found dead of an apparent heart attack, and clues in the form of ciphers from her father turn up, Savannah becomes part of a police investigation. I genuinely liked the characters in this book and think this glass shop, with the pub (and Edward) next door, will bring a lot of good ideas for other books in the series.
Rating: 4First in this series and it was great!Savannah Webb returns to town because of her father's untimely death and finds that he has left her a warning that he was probably murdered and that she is in danger.When Samantha finds her father's assistant dead as well by apparently the same cause, she contacts the police who don't take her seriously. With the help of her father's young apprentice and his "business partner" Samantha has to determine for herself, what happened and how to convince the police that there really is danger.The characters were likable with lots of room for growth and the plot was well executed.Will be waiting impatiently for the next one!
Rating: 4Pane and Suffering by Cheryl Hollon is an entertaining cozy mystery. I gave it four stars because it kept me guessing & had a surprise ending."Paint flaked off the heavy fireproofed & double-bolted back door. It's like Dad, she thought, well-worn, but strong & solid."Interacting with the unpleasant & inept Officer Boulli, Savannah was pleased that she towered over him & looked down on him from her height advantage.Describing the gardening class he taught at the church Reverend Kline said: "Nature has its own rhythms & cycles, yet manages to get everything done in good time." I want to thank Kensington Books & NetGalley for a complimentary kindle copy. That did not influence my opinion for this review.
Rating: 4John Webb died of a heart attack. Coincidentally, Hugh Trevor, who was supposed to take over her dad’s glass design classes, was found dead of a heart attack several days later. For Savannah, that’s too much of a coincidence to actually be a coincidence. She’s still grieving for her father and taking care of his affairs when she uncovers a note to her written in her father’s hand. “Savannah, if you find this, I’ve been murdered and you are in danger.” She talked with the police, who didn’t seem to get the connection. This leaves Savannah to do her own poking around. Who can she trust? Edward Morris who owns the Queen’s Head Pub, and was a friend of her father, offers her a shoulder to lean on. There were a couple of people trying to buy her father’s business. Savannah was considering until she realized their intentions were purely money and/or to tear it down.She begins working on her father’s project for the church with his assistant, Jacob. The pieces were unique, expensive, and very beautiful. But as she continues looking at the many and various suspects, can she get to the bottom of it without having some ‘coincidental’ heart attack herself?This is a cozy mystery that held my attention from beginning to end. The ending wrapped up nicely with no nagging questions. The characters were all well-defined with a nice dialogue that helped move the story along. I liked the addition of the pets in the story. Most dog lovers would appreciate it as well. I think it’s a very nice debut series and would love to continue with the second one. Rating: 4 out of 5.
Rating: 4Pane and Suffering by Cheryl Hollon is the first book in her new A Webb’s Glass Shop Mystery series. Savannah Webb has spent the last few years in Seattle studying at the Pilchuck Glass School. She had to return home to St. Petersburg, Florida due to the passing of her father, John Webb. She was told that he had a heart attack which made no sense. Her father was in good shape and did not have a heart condition. Savannah enters the glass shop on Monday to sell the shop to her father’s longtime friend and co-worker, Hugh Trevor. When Hugh does not show up before the scheduled class, Savannah starts teaching it. Then Jacob Underwood, apprentice, enters the custom workshop and finds Hugh dead. The officer assigned the case (a blundering and incompetent idiot) does not believe it is a crime. Savannah cannot believe that two people from Webb’s Glass Shop died of a heart attack within days of each other. Then she finds a note that her father left for her. John Webb was a cryptographer during the Cold War and taught Savannah ciphers. He has left her clues to follow to find the person that killed him. With the help of her new friends Edward Morris (owns Queen’s Head Pub) and Amanda Blake (new assistant manager at Webb’s Glass Shop), Savannah sets out to find who hurt her father and Hugh Trevor. Will she be able to convince the police that they were murdered? Will they be able to find the murderer before he takes another victim? And why were those two people killed?I enjoyed Pane and Suffering. It was a fun book to read. It started out at a fast pace and just slowed down some in the middle. The books was easy and fun to read. I like the characters (Savannah, Edward, Amanda), the setting (St. Petersburg, Florida—I am about an hour or so from this city), and the ciphers (I really liked the ciphers probably because I like puzzles) as well as the geocaching. I have only seen one other cozy mystery use geocaching. I found the murder mystery to be a medium level mystery (though the author was clever). I was able to solve it before I was halfway through the book despite the authors attempt at misdirection. I cannot wait for the next book in this series. I give Pane and Suffering 4.25 out of 5 stars. I think Pane and Suffering is a very good start to a new mystery series.I received a complimentary copy of Pane and Suffering from NetGalley (and the publisher) in exchange for an honest review.
Rating: 4