Custard's Last Stand

General George Custard shows up at Magdalena's inn in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country. It's not long before he turns up dead as well. Because of the ineptness of the local law enforcement, Magdalena's sleuthing skills are once again needed. The author's humor is the one thing that redeems most of her novels. Such is the case once again. The plot, as usual, is a bit far-fetched and unrealistic. I was also left unsatisfied by the revelation of the person who committed the crime, however, I suspect that I would have been unsatisfied if any of the other "suspects" had been the one. I really think that the little town of Hernia has had enough crime and ended up with too many criminals. This series probably needs to end. Still, it's show more not a completely unenjoyable read because of the humor. Some people may wonder why I was so generous with the stars when this review reads the way it does. It's because it's not horrible, it's just weak and persons who like this series will probably still enjoy it. I'm also trying not to let the presence of an element of which I'm phobic cloud my review. I'm afraid that revealing the phobia will give too much of the plot away, so I'll just let it stand. Would I read this book again? Absolutely not -- because of my phobia. Will I buy additional books in the series? Probably not, unless I'm filling a whole in the box at the benefit book sale where you get a whole box of books for $40 (which is why I bought this one). However, my mom loves this series, so she'll enjoy this one. show less

Another in the Pennsylvania Dutch Mysteries. This one has a guest with the last name of Custer checking into the PennDutch Inn. He's planning on building a large hotel in the area to exploit the local Amish/Mennonite communities. This causes some outrage among the local townspeople, but that being said the actual killer turns out to be a big surprise.

Awesome cover, esp the details on the plate! The PI is a hilarious character.