The Darling Dahlias and the Texas Star / Susan Wittig Albert / 302 pages

The Darling Dahlias series is a charming cozy mystery that takes place in the South during the Depression.  As always the Dahlias get involved with a lot more than the garden club.  These stories have memorable characters.  The sharing of life in a small town during the Depression is insightful and heartwarming.  Fine reading if you want to feel good.  Plus there are recipes!  Ever heard of slow-cooked pulled pork with white sauce?