eARC Review: Death and Dinuguan by Mia P. Manansala
Mystery
Death and Dinuguan
Book Info
Released Date: November 25th
Publication: Berkley
Pages: 304
Format: eBook
“Lila isn’t about solving murder cases anymore, but she is more than ready to solve this case”
Am I sad to say goodbye to my favorite cozy mystery series? Yes, I am. I wasn’t fully prepared to say goodbye until I started reading the Death and Dinuguan dedication page. And I cherished every bit of Death and Dinuguan. I truly didn't want to say goodbye, but it felt right to do so. Everything was tied up in the end, but the beginning and the middle were just a bit messy as usual. Let’s talk about Lila’s final mystery journey.
Before I continue any further, please read the series in order. It can’t be read as a standalone since the past cases come into play. Definitely check out the trigger warning beforehand as well. There are heavy topics discussed, so please be informed.
While Lila has been through a lot as she investigated cases, she finally has her peace with her relationship. Things are finally looking up, but you know as well as I know that things don’t always go as planned. And things are closer to home when the case involves Jae’s cousin, Hana Lee.
While I am sad to say goodbye to Lila and the murder mystery, I am beyond happy that she finally found her peace when she returned to her hometown. It was a bit hard in the beginning, but now, Lila has found her work calling and a boyfriend that she loves so much. It just hurts that Lila would need to step up again and start investigating again. Lila isn’t about solving murder cases anymore, but she is more than ready to solve this case because it’s close to home. And I love that Lila is always willing to put in her all for those she cares about. We get one last investigation.
