Review: “Wicked Weaves”
Something I really haven’t blogged much about is the fact that I love history. I enjoy learning why something happened even more than what happened. Why did the Civil War take place? What caused the change in people to no longer accept the status quo? That is one reason I do enjoy attending Renaissance Faires, even though there isn’t one close to where I live.
Because of that love of history, I was fascinated with the idea of a Renaissance Faire mystery.
I found this one available for my Sony e-reader and quickly downloaded it. (There is something to be said for instant gratification, you know!)
This story takes place at a Renaissance Faire where the main character, Jessie, goes each summer. As a history professor, Jessie spends the time apprenticing with different craftsmen. When she works with a basket weaver, Jessie learns the art of creating beautiful baskets. Unfortunately, a murdered man is found with strands of the basket material wrapped around his neck.
Jessie, convenced the master basket maker had something to do with the crime, does her best to solve the mystery and keep her friend out of trouble. It doesn’t always work the way she wants it to, but in the end justice is served.
I enjoyed the novel — especially the premise that authors Joyce and Jim Lavene use for the series. I’ve already purchased the second book (Ghastly Glass) and it’s sitting in the to-be-read pile. I’m not sure how long the series will continue, as the Lavenes have multiple books out there, but a third novel is scheduled for release in Septemeber of this year. I plan to grab that one when it’s available as well.
Blessings!
Nichole