China Bayles and Ruby Wilcox are horrified to learn their friend, Karen Prior, has been mugged. Karen was supervising two graduate students on a documentary featuring an old local murder but was this grounds for another murder? China can't resist digging into the old case. What secrets are hidden in Pecan Springs?

DEATH COME QUICKLY is the twenty-second book in the China Bayles series but can easily be read as a standalone. We see a lot of familiar characters but Susan Wittig Albert provides enough description that cozy mystery readers can jump right in and enjoy the story without reading prior books. As a longtime fan of the series, however, I have to wonder why anyone would miss out on enjoying each and every one of China Bayles' adventures!

I love the way herbal use and lore are woven into each and every China Bayles book and DEATH COME QUICKLY is no exception. Part of the allure of the series is seeing the recipes and the unusual uses for various herbs and even flowers. DEATH COME QUICKLY offers up some fabulous recipes and I dearly want to try Cass' Rose Petal Salad!

DEATH COME QUICKLY is Susan Wittig Albert at her finest! Cozy mystery fans will relish the town of Pecan Springs and the unique shops of China and Ruby. DEATH COME QUICKLY is highly recommended!