A short boat ride from Busman’s Harbor, Maine, Morrow Island is a perfect spot for a wedding—and a Snowden Family Clambake. Julia Snowden is busy organizing both—until a mysterious wedding crasher drops dead amid the festivities . . .

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Julia’s best friend and business partner, Zoey, is about to marry her policeman boyfriend. Of course, a gorgeous white wedding dress shouldn’t be within fifty yards of a plate of buttery lobster—so that treat is reserved for the rehearsal dinner. Julia is a little worried about the timing, though, as she works around a predicted storm.

When a guest falls to the floor dead, it turns out that no one seems to know who he is, despite the fact that he’s been actively mingling and handing out business cards. And when an injection mark is spotted on his neck, it’s clear this wasn’t caused by a shellfish allergy. Now, as the weather deteriorates and a small group is stranded on the island with the body—and the killer—Julia starts interrogating staff, family members, and Zoey’s artist friends to find out who turned the clambake into a crime scene . . .

There are some laughs along the way, and I may have teared up a time or two as well.

Carstairs Considers, April 22, 2024

Ms. Ross knows how to write close-knit families and friends, along with emotional overtones, but she also excels at crafting creative mysteries to stump the most seasoned of armchair detectives.

Cinnamon and Sugar and a Little Bit of Murder, April 26, 2024

The Maine Clambake Mystery series is cozy writing at its best. Highly recommended.

The Big Thrill, April 25, 2024

I sincerely hope that you have taken this journey with me and love this series as much as I have and if you are just reading about this series, please go and read all of the books so that you can love them as much as I have.

Cozy Mystery Book Reviews, May 11, 2024

There are twists and turns, red herrings, lies, and motives everywhere…

Kings River Life, June 15, 2024

…highly recommend this mystery and series.

Open Book Society, June 6, 2024

Thank you, Barbara Ross, for entertaining me, introducing me to such genuine characters, making me think to solve some complex mysteries, and for all the fun virtual trips to Busman’s Harbor and Morrow Island.

Escape with Dollycas, June 26, 2024