Happy Publication Day to Eva Gates for The Stranger in the Library, number 11 in her wonderful Lighthouse Library cozy mystery series. This is one of my favorite library/librarian themed cozy mysteries, and I’ve read all of them – I love visiting the Lighthouse Library. (Secretly I sometimes wish I had my very own room like Lucy did/Louise Jane has.) 

“Outer Banks librarian Lucy is working on an art show at the library when paintings–and people–start to go missing.” 

This feels a little unique since now the police are actively working with Lucy to help solve the mysteries instead of being frustrated by her sleuthing ways. It’s a solid mystery that I couldn’t figure out until the end. I enjoyed watching it all come together. It’s also fun to see Lucy and Connor settle in after their recent wedding and honeymoon. 

This series provides great mysteries, wonderful characters and the perfect setting for armchair travel. @crookedlanebooks