Fatally Flaky (Culinary Mystery Series #15)

Flaky does indeed refer to Goldy

This book is definitely a guilty pleasure. Every time DMD comes out with a new one, I run to get it, but lately I've found myself questioning why. It's beginning to feel like the Goldy character has run its course. In this book, she is indeed flaky, unable to hold a thought or put off an impulse for more than 10 seconds. C'mon, how can she be smart enough to solve a mystery if she's not smart enough to stop herself from following a clue to a deserted place - alone - at 3 a.m.? Duh!

DMD, look again at some of your earlier books in which Goldy was somewhat more three-dimensional. Over time, Goldy's faded into a less interesting, and certainly less likable, character.

7 out of 8 people found this review helpful.

Goldy (Davidson) Still Has the Touch

Having read all of the previous books in this series, I was not disappointed in the most recent catering murder mystery. Too bad godfather Jack will not be a continuing character--he had real potential. Davidson's attention to detail, both culinary and medical, is excellent. I could not guess the ending until the very end - very well done. And I love the great recipes at the end; several will be making their way into my kitchen binder. I have used many of the previous recipes over and over again.
Eagerly awaiting the next adventure - "Where everything is just Right!"

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Great culinary read

Diane Mott Davidson is one of a very few authors whose books I don't go to the back of the book to read the last chapter by the time I've gotten through chapter 3. Her books are very enjoyable and highly recommended. Enjoy!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Goldy Schultz does it again!

A truly fun read! Goldy Schultz, caterer extraordinaire and amateur sleuth (much to the chagrin of her detective husband) returns in another roisterous, rowdy, mouthwatering mystery. In this latest installment we find her catering the wedding reception of the local bridezilla at the "Health Spa/Fat Farm" created by her arch-enemy, Victor Lane. But is Victor's spa as healthy as he would like everyone to believe? Is the death of the local favorite doctor an accident or murder? How is Goldy able to deal with all of this craziness and still stay sane? As that old TV commercial used to say "Read the book!"

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Diane Mott Davidson delivers yet again

This latest offering from Ms. Davidson proves just as satisfying and mouth watering as all her previous works. This latest installment starring our favorite chef and caterer, Goldy Schultz draws you in yet again as she tries to solve a murder that touches closely to home. I love the way the plot unfolds and has just enough twists to keep you hooked all the way to the end. And all those recipes are an added bonus that I always look forward to in every one of Ms. Davidson's books. For those of you who love murder mysteries and cooking, this is one book that gives you the best of both worlds.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Fans won't be disappointed

I am a big fan of the series and this installment was very good. Interesting characters along with all our old friends. You can feel Goldie's frustration with her psycho bride, her sadness and, well, I don't want to spoil anything! Enjoy.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Love this series!

I read Davidson's books in between my love of non-fiction. Her books are a fun easy escape and this title is no different. Absorbing and entertaining, Davidson has hit the mark again. Plus, the recipes are pretty tasty - how fun to get a great book and new recipes to try. It may be a gimmick, but I love it!!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Another great book from Diane Mott Davidson

I have every book by this author and she keeps getting better. For regular readers you will recognise all the old familiar faces. As always she has some great recipes at the end. Definitely a good thriller.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Culinary Caper

This novel was truly a "culinary" delight. Enjoyed "eating" this mystery right up. The novel plot, characters, and descriptions were well developed, and kept me wanting to read until the mystery was unraveled. As with all of Diane Mott Davidson's culinary capers this was a delight. Wish the book came with some of the foods tucked in it to enjoy while reading about them.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Good recipes for more involved cooking/baking

the book is a good read and fast readers (like me) finish it in a short time...day or less. The recipes by the author are usually good ones to try, but this time they seemed a bit more than I would want to put into making them. Joanne Fluke books are very similar and the latest had more recipes that I liked.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Does Flaky refer to Goldy?

I confess: Diane Mott Davidson's catering mysteries are my guilty pleasures. Reading this book I wondered what it is about Goldy that I like. Honestly, she's a caffeine-addled, obsessive busybody in unrealistic situations. Yet she is loveable. At least in this book she doesn't just happen to stumble upon a corpse as she frequently does in others. But I digress . . . This is a fun, quick read. Fans of DMD won't be disappointed. And the mouth-watering descriptions of the food she prepares will inspire you to try out some of the recipes or at least wish you had your own personal chef.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Goldy Schultz does it again!

Diana Mott Davidson's latest bite into the culinary mystery has you feeling full and satisified when you finish reading. The book takes on a new mystery as the local caterer Goldy and her detective husband work to solve the mysterious deaths of her godfather and his best friend. Lots of mystery surrounding the new spa and its owner, along with disasterous weddings will have any fan of culinary mysteries wanting second helpings. I can't wait for serving #16.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Highly recommended for a light/fast enjoyable reading

Always enjoy this lighthearted mystery and the recipes are so very delicious.

So-so read

Not up to her older standards and the editing was atrocious! Seems to be common with e-books....

Great Book

I love the whole series, I think it is better to start with the first one.

Great.

Finally, this one wad a good one last two were not.

Love all of her books!

Funny, interesting and great food! What could be better!

Great read when you want to relax and be entertained

Diane Mott Davidson doesn't disappoint. Great recipes too! Don't read when you're hungry :)

Catering Gets Complicated

Not only does Goldy cater two difficult weddings, she cooks at a spa and solves several murders! Wow! If you are familiar with the series, you will enjoy finding out what Goldy is up to next. But the action gets pretty frantic and there seem to be a lot of minor characters that don't add much to the plot. That said, one of the reasons I buy these books is to check out the recipes and I wasn't disappointed with Fatally Flaky. I can only use Diane Mott Davidson's recipes for very special events, but Fatally Flaky Cookies and the recipe for Black-and-White Cake with Chocolate Glaze look deliciously unforgettable.

Classic Goldy

I love every book in this series and this one does not disappoint. It was a little deeper than the previous ones but that makes it more than just a beach read. I also appreciate that the author does not always release new books in hardback first. With the economy what it is that is like a gift to the readers. Thank you.