My name is Casey Feldstein. Generally the next thing people mention is there profession. I’ve had a few, well, really that’s quite a few professions. You could say that none of them have stuck, or that I haven’t stuck with them.
As my mother, a successful Chicago cardiologist, likes to remind me, when she was my age (35), she was a doctor, a wife and a mother – and I’m a what?
When I relocated from Chicago to my aunt’s guest house in Cadbury by the Sea, California, I was hoping to make a fresh start. The atmospheric town on the Monterey Peninsula was certainly a change from Chicago. Aunt Joan was great and helped me turn my baking skills into a job as the dessert chef for the Blue Door restaurant. I also became a freelance muffin baker, providing the chewy treats for the assorted coffee spots around town. With all those clouds and fog, Cadbury is definitely a coffee town.
Who knows what would have happened if my aunt hadn’t been killed in a hit and run accident. It was certainly a surprise to inherit her Yarn Retreat business. To be honest, while I admired all of my aunt’s handiwork, I was clueless about yarn craft. Was there really a difference between crochet hooks and knitting needles?
Putting on the first Yarn Retreat at the moody hotel and conference center located on the edge of town changed all that. I now know a lot more about knitting and murder.
I’m glad to have my former boss Frank to turn to for advice, even if it is just over the phone and he always acts grumbly about giving it. Frank runs a detective agency in Chicago and working for him was my favorite temp job. And probably why I seem to keep investigating murders.
There is definitely some kind of spark between me and the cop who lives down the street. It’s so embarrassing, but even my mother noticed it. Should I do something about it, or leave things as they are? Then there is my ex, Dr. Sammy. It wasn’t my idea for him to relocate to Monterey. He insists it is just because he likes the area and there are places for him to perform his magic act and that it has nothing to do with trying to win me back. But that’s not how he acts. If only he wouldn’t wear his heart on his sleeve.
And now I’m up to my elbows in wool as I get ready to put on my second Retreat. It’s called “Sheep to Shawl” and just like the name implies means getting the fleece from a sheep, turning it into yarn and then knitting it into a shawl.
Some of my first time retreaters are coming back. My BFF Lucinda is going to be there, too. I have an expert helping with the technical aspects. What could possibly go wrong?
You can read more about Casey in Silence of the Lamb’s Wool, the second book in the “Yarn Retreat” mystery series, published by Berkley Prime Crime. The first book in the series is Yarn To Go.
GIVEAWAY: Leave a comment by 6 p.m. eastern on July 28 for the chance to win a copy of Silence of the Lamb’s Wool. (US entries only, please.)
Meet the author
Silence of the Lamb’s Wool is the second book in the national bestselling Yarn Retreat series that features dessert chef Casey Feldstein who puts on yarn retreats at a slightly sinister hotel and conference center on California’s Monterey peninsula. Betty Hechtman also writes the national bestselling Crochet mystery series. All books in both series include patterns and recipes. She says it is like a dream come true to be able mix her love of mystery with her love of making things. She grew up in Chicago and has a degree in Fine Art. In addition she has studied everything from improv comedy to magic. She has written newspaper and magazine pieces, short stories and scripts. She lives in Southern California and Chicago and has yarn stashes in both cities.
For more information check out BettyHechtman.com, Facebook and her Friday blog for Killerhobbies.blogspot.com
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My grandmother taught me how to crotchet and tried to teach me knitting but that didn’t work. Sounds like a delightful cozy series to add to my TBR luster.
I can’t knit well, but I love cozies about people who do.
I can’t knit or crochet but I enjoy this series. Thank you for the chance to win.
I love cozy mysteries and I love the title of this book—thanks for the opportunity to win a copy!
Enjoyed the first book and I’m looking forward to reading this one..
Oh, freelance muffin baker. There’s a job I should look into! Looking forward to this one! Thanks!
I love this series , well book one lol. Would love to win this one
looks great, thank you for the chance to win 🙂
Another series that I enjoy!
For the title alone, I would be hooked. But, add that to the premise of the story, and I am sucked right in to this.
I like the California setting, the Yarn Retreats, the best friend—what’s not to like about this book! I’d love to win this copy! Thanks!
Sounds like fun
Unfortunately I do not have the artistic ability to knit or crochet but I love reading about it. Thanks for the chance to win.
Sounds like a good series.
This series looks like fun. Many years ago I did knit so maybe now that I am retired I will get back to it.
I love the sound of this book, hope to get to read it!!
I love needle rafts, cooking, and mysteries too! Sounds like a book written just for me. Just got the first one so I’ll be caught up.
It sounds like a great read! Fingers crossed, otherwise it goes on my list to check out!
This looks like 2fun books to read
I crochet and loved the first book. I can’t wait to read this one too. Fingers Crossed hope I win.
Sounds good. How did I miss the first one? Need to get it.
Great giveaway! Thanks for the chance!
I, too, wouldn’t know a knitting needle from a crochet hook—-but I do like to read cozies. Thanks for the giveaway.
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I’d love to try this series. I have two of her books from her crocheting series. Can’t knit or crochet but I can cross-stitch (only with a stamped pattern).
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I read the first book and so enjoyed it. Betty knits together 3 of my favorite things in such an entertaining way! Knitting, Reading, Recipes! I made and served the chocolate muffins from her first retreat book at my weekly knitting group! Yummy.
I love Betty’s books and would love to read this newer series.
Loved Yarn To Go, looking forward to reading Silence Of The Lambs Wool!
I’m not familiar with this series but it sounds like it is just my cup of tea. Love the title. Thanks for the chance to win.
This sounds like a series I would like to try. Thank you for a chance to win a copy of Silence of the Lamb’s Wool.
Sounds like a mystery with a hook! 🙂
I love to knit and crochet and read. Betty Hechtman’s books are great and combine all three.
I love Betty’s crochet series. Thrilled that she started a second series!
Love the title and cover!
I have enjoyed the crochet series. Looking foreword to reading this new series.
I love this series!
It’s fun to read all your comments!
Great series
My mom tried teaching me how to crochet and knit. Didn’t go well.
Sounds like a great new series.
I am looking forward to reading this second Yarn to Go mystery. Casey is a fun character with an interesting backstory. Hope to win the book.
Love this series! I’ve got all of your books. They’re keepers for sure.
I would love to learn to crochet… Love the peek at this cozy series!
Love the title!
Casey is my kind of person. Into all kinds of crafts. 🙂 Please include me in the giveaway.
I like trying just about anything creative but haven’t gotten around to knitting or crocheting yet. Thanks for the chance to win.
california and yarn! what fun!
I am a seasoned knitter, so I would really love to read this book…
This sounds wonderful 🙂
It sounds like a cute and interesting mystery. I love the cover. Thanks for this chance to win it.
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