Review
Steeped in Evil by Laura Childs
The Tea Shop Mystery series #15
Theodosia Browning leaves tea and turns to wine-at least for the fancy
new wine reveal at Knighthall Winery. Unfortunately, the opening is
marred by murder. The owner's son, and organizer of the event, is found
dead...in his own barrel of wine. Pressured by her good friend Drayton
she starts asking questions, and is soon driven by her own curiosity to
investigate the murder. What exactly was going on at the winery? What is
"green alien"? Could it be something even more dangerous than men from
outer space?
Laura Childs once again brings us the charming setting of Charleston, South Carolina and its environs with its quaint shops and interesting people. While exploring the new world of wine Theodosia gets involved with a new group of people, people who are not quite what they seem. As readers we learn about wine, as well as tea, as Theo expands her knowledge.
I really enjoyed this book, and not just because I'm an oenophile. Laura Childs pens another solid mystery in this enjoyable, long running series, adding depth to her characters and branching out to keep things interesting. Theo is a likeable protagonist who deals with not only murder, but also runs a successful business, handles friends who can be most difficult at times (I was pleased that I didn't "see" much of Haley in this outing), enjoys a bit of a romance, and always has time for a run with her dog, Earl Grey! I only wish I had her stamina! Steeped in Evil is a great addition to an always enjoyable series.
Recipes are included.
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Laura Childs has offered 2 of my readers an autographed copy of Steeped in Evil. All you have to do to qualify is comment on this blog post by 11:59pm EST Monday, March 17th. Let us know either your favorite wine or tea! I'll use Random.org to pick 2 winners who will be announced Tuesday, March 18th.
I don't drink wine and I'm afraid I'm a boring tea drinker. I like plain old Orange Pekoe; LOL can't you say Lipton? I haven't started this series yet, but I do have it on my to read list!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this great review and I am an avid tea drinker from way back. My favorite tea is Ginger Peach - Republic of Tea. No Coffee and never have been interested. Thanks for this feature. This series sounds captivating. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteLoved the review and looking forward to starting the series!! I've always preferred tea over coffee!!! laynebrewster@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI don't drink wine but I love different kinds of tea, white, green, herbal but my favorite is
ReplyDeletechrysanthemum tea! It smells so wonderful and is light and delicate.
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More of a wine drinker than tea. Any dry red or white will do, usually Merlot or Chardonnay. Any lemon-flavored hot tea is fine.
ReplyDeleteFunny, I just ran into this book for the first time earlier today and thought it looked like a lot of fun. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.
ReplyDeleteI used to drink all sorts of wine but I got too good at it so I gave it up.
My wife is the tea drinker in our family - Triple Leaf Ginger. She orders it online, 10 boxes at a time.
Great comments everyone! I love tea, but generally drink it iced and always unsweetened. I make my own blends at Design a Tea (http://designatea.com/) and also like teas from the Eastern Shore Tea Company Black Raven is my go to blend from them. I love all types of wine as well, but my favorite type is a Gewurztraminer.
ReplyDeleteFor those that haven't started this series yet, the first book is Death by Darjeeling. Tea for Three is an omnibus which includes the first 3 books in the series.
I love this series. My favorite tea is Market Spice which was originally just sold at Pike Street Market in Seattle, WA, but can be obtained elsewhere now. I love it hot or iced.
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I love tea my favorite is black cherry.
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I love tea and hot tea only. Many fruit blends and herbal teas. Lemon, Chai and Orange Spice are my favorites. This is a lovely and unique giveaway and the tea aspect interests me very much. Thanks. elliotbencan(at)hotmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI love any kind of tea. I have to have a cup every evening. I have been on an orange kick lately.
ReplyDeleteI love this series! My favorite tea is Repiblic of Tea ginger peach.
ReplyDeleteI'm a wine drinker--like to try many but the sweet reds are my favorites.
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Unfortunately, don't have a favorite wine and usually, prefer coffee over tea. I do drink hot tea occasionally in th evening to unwind.
ReplyDeleteI don't drink wine, at least, not anymore.......
ReplyDeleteI love iced tea, but the 'commercial' kind..........
the closest to 'real' tea I drink is Chrysanthemum tea.......delish!!
thank you for the giveaway!!
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Congratulations Carol N. Wong and petite-random.org chose your comments. I will e-mail you!
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