Lida loves humor in her mysteries. She chooses her books carefully and looks for ones which make her laugh, as well as having a complex plot and great characters. This month, Jen, Carol, and Tina are sharing some of their favorite reads of the last twelve months that they think Lida would love, too. If you love humor in your mysteries, we think you’ll love them, too.

Tina has the most literary taste of our group. Her reading lists each month include everything from award winners and short stories to translations of Japanese fiction. This month, Carol, Lida, and Jen are sharing some of their favorite reads of the last twelve months that they think Tina would love, too. If you love literary fiction, we think you’ll love them, too.

Jen’s tastes are eclectic. Her reading lists each month include everything from fun and engaging middle grade mysteries and British mysteries to whodunnits that explore social justice issues. Stories that make us think and reconsider the world beyond the pages. This month, Tina, Carol, and Lida are sharing some of their favorite reads of the last twelve months that they think Jen would love, too. For those of you seeking more from your mysteries than the usual plot twists and red herrings, and for those who’d like to try middle grade reads, we think you’ll love these selections, too.

Carol reads more books each month than the rest of us combined. She’s a fan of classic British mysteries, especially police procedurals, and is always looking for new reads. This month Jen, Tina, and Lida are sharing some of their favorite reads of the last twelve months that they think Carol would love, too. If you love British mysteries, we think you’ll love them, too.