Gull and Bones - Sally Goldenbaum

 Gull and Bones - Sally Goldenbaum

Pub. Date: Nov. 25, 2025

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In the charming town of Sea Harbor, the popular resident Angus McPherron is about to turn 100, and the Seaside Knitters are planning a grand celebration. When Angus is discovered dead before the big day, the town is in mourning. The situation takes a darker turn when his close friend, Father Northcutt, is found bludgeoned unconscious in Angus’ cottage. Further investigation reveals that Angus had been poisoned, leaving the town in shock and disbelief.

Who would have done that to Angus? Could it be the enigmatic Annie who suddenly appeared in town, took a liking to Angus, and enjoyed brewing him special tea?  Or is there another culprit lurking in the shadows?

This is the eighth in the Seaside Knitters series. It is the first I have read. Although it did work as a standalone, I think it would have helped to have read some prior installments to provide more familiarity with the characters.

There are a lot of characters to keep track of in this book. There is also a lot of chitchat among them that seems to go on and on, and I think sometimes my eyes glazed over reading it. The emphasis in the book is more on the interaction among the townspeople than the actual mystery. 

Readers who like cozy small-town tales will enjoy this. For others, it may not be quite your cup of tea, which, yes, is a reference to the story!!!!!

There is a knitting pattern and a recipe included at the end of the book for readers’ further entertainment and perhaps inspiration.

Thanks to @Netgalley and @kensingtonBooks and #KensingtonCozies for the DRC.

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