Books Can Be Deceiving
About Books Can Be Deceiving
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Cupcake Bakery Mysteries comes the start of a series about a library where the mysteries refuse to stay in the fiction section... Lindsey is getting into her groove as the director of the Briar Creek Public Library when a New York editor visits town, creating quite a buzz. Lindsey’s friend Beth wants to sell the editor her children’s book, but Beth’s boyfriend, a famous author, gets in the way. When they go to confront him, he’s found murdered—and Beth is the prime suspect. Lindsey has to act fast—before they throw the book at the wrong person
What readers say
New library director Lindsey investigates when her best friend's ex is murdered, and readers enjoy the library setting, the quirky Crafternoon club, the seaside town and some late twists. Critics point to a slow, setup-heavy start, stereotyped characters like the police chief, stilted dialogue and a predictable or melodramatic finish. Many readers say later books are stronger.
Best for: Readers who like library settings and plan to read the series.
Summary of public reader reviews, updated October 2026.
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