The second in a charming and engrossing cozy series from Diane Kelly, A Trip with Trouble proves that in the Blue Ridge Mountains, life in the fast lane could end in a crash.
When the ladies of the Dangerous Curves Motorcycle Club take over the Mountaintop Lodge for their annual autumn ride along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Misty Murphy couldn't be more thrilled. Every room is full and the adventurous women even invite Misty and her assistant Brynn to join them on a ride to admire the colorful fall foliage. Hotel handyman Rocky Crowder is happy to keep an eye on the lodge for the day, and the ladies set out for a fun ride on the scenic road.
The skies are clear, the air is crisp, and the leaves are gorgeous. But what starts as a perfect ride turns worrisome when the tail gunner – the last rider in their group – fails to show up at the Craggy Gardens overlook. Cell phone service is spotty in the remote, mountainous area, and the group is unable to connect with their friend. Might the missing woman have simply run out of gas? Or is something far more sinister afoot?
The ladies are determined to locate their ride or die, and Misty is equally determined to help them. But will they be able to solve the mystery when the scenic route seems intent on hiding its secrets?
My Review:
This was a really fantastic read! I loved the first book in this series, and I just love her writing and mysteries in general, and I couldn't wait to read this installment! I loved following along with Misty as she dealt with this new case!
This case is just a touch less personal and urgent for Misty, while it is a guest of her lodge, it didn't happen at her lodge. It did happen right behind her on the road, but there's a degree of separation that gives Misty a bit of breathing room about her lodge.
There was some developments in her romance with Rocky, which was a delight to read! They've both had life experiences, had their families, and both are ready for a quieter life, which they very well could have with one another there at the lodge!
Watching this case unfold, of this group of bikers who the deceased was their leader, and all the clues that pointed at this person or this person, and some red herrings that complicated things. But there was this one hilarious scene on a boat! Plus the ending with the reveal was so great, as well!
I had a really great time reading this book, and I can't wait for the nex!
Author: Diane Kelly
Series: Mountain Lodge Mystery #2
Read: April 7th, 2023
Source: NetGalley/Library
Reason Why: Love her writing and this series, and it's a Prequel & Sequel Challenge 2023 Book and a WoW Book!
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
Published: October 25th 2022
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