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Hello, Fellow Book Worms and Book Dragons!   When a new book in a series is released I like to go back in time to read my review of the past novels. I thought it would be fun to share this look back with all of you, as well. Before I review Murder in an Irish Churchyard, here is my review for book two, Murder at an Irish Wedding.   Cozy Mysteries are becoming my new favorite way of breaking up all of the heavy crime reading I normally do. I sometimes will need a break from the blood and gore and settle into a quiet little mystery in a quiet little village. I loved Murder in an Irish Village and I realized that soon I will continue the series. I ventured to my bookseller and picked up the next two books in the series.         Murder at an Irish Wedding is written by Carlene O'Connor and is published by Kensington Books. In this delightful mystery set in Ireland, we return to the village of Kilbane. Siobhan O'Sullivan is d...

Hello, Fellow Book Worms and Book Dragons!   When a new book in a series is released I like to go back in time to read my review of the past novels. I thought it would be fun to share this look back with all of you, as well. Before I review Murder in an Irish Churchyard, here is my review for book one, Murder in an Irish Village.   Finding a quiet book to settle down with and lose yourself is never a bad thing to do. Sometimes my crime thriller and horror reading needs a break. I need a cozy mystery to enjoy. Recently my library offered the audiobooks from the Irish Village series by Carlene O'Connor. I checked out the first three and began my journey. What I discovered was an exciting mystery with just enough intrigue to give me that break from the more gruesome reads . Plus with a cover that I wanted to climb into and live, I knew I had chosen wisely.   Murder in an Irish Village is book one of Carlene O'Connor's Irish Murder mystery se...

Hello, Fellow Bookworms and Book Dragons,    The best feeling a reader can have is finding that new and amazing book that takes them on new adventures. But sometimes when that cash register serves up the total, it is a feeling that can be unpleasant. What does a book reader do when the books are not affordable? I have a few options that have served me quite well over the years, as well as some new tricks I have discovered. In this article, I will share with you great ways to save cash, and still, get those books you desire.     1) The Library- This is a great first step in obtaining newer books that you wish to read. This option is great for the reader that does not wish to collect a series but just read it. Most library catalogs are available online for you to search for titles. In many of the online catalogs, you will have an option to request a title. That way when the book you wish to read is available you will be notified, and you can pick i...