As a cozy mystery reader, Cleo Coyle is by far one of the best of the writers, especially with her Coffeehouse Mystery series. SHOT IN THE DARK is the latest in the series and it has not disappointed me in the least. This husband and wife writing duo had me hooked years ago and is continuing my love for their characters! I feel like Clare, the main character, is like a friend that I get to learn more about once a year with each addition. You will love her and the crazy crew of baristas that she has employed in her coffee shop, The Village Blend. Then there are many more, like her ex- husband and co-manager of the coffee shop, her ex-mother-in-law, their daughter Joy, and let's not forget the now love interest of Clare, Mike Quinn, who is a narcotics officer for NYPD! I look forward to picking up every new mystery with this bunch. I am intrigued for hours until I finish them.

The best thing about Coyle's mysteries is that each one will hit on a hot new trend that is really relevant in reality. This one explores the new trend of dating apps. The Village Blend becomes a hot hookup spot for users of a dating app. Then one night, shots are fired and the reputation of the beloved coffeehouse hangout is in jeopardy. After a dead body is found related to the whole investigation, Clare is determine to clear the Village Blend's reputation from the awful occurrences surrounding it. While worrying about Joy's messages of needing to talk, planning a wedding with Mike, and keeping her ex-husband from going overboard on his own dating profile with the app, Clare has a close call of her own.

SHOT IN THE DARK by Cleo Coyle is one mystery that you will want to settle down with in a quiet place with a cup of java. You will not want to put this book down until the end.