Sue's Reviews > Aunt Dimity Digs In

Accidentally picked up #4 and read these out of order, but I didn't realize it until just now so obviously it didn't affect story continuity. Now will have to go back and read #3. This is a cozy, cozy mystery with nothing too nefarious happening besides a stolen pamphlet, but lots of fun characters and atmosphere to enjoy. An archaeologist comes to town to dig up Roman artifacts, Bill & Lori get a nanny due to Dimity's help, Emma & Derek are here, new villagers are discovered, and some village history is uncovered. Lots of calm and peaceful fun to enjoy.
My favorite quote: Bill tells Lori he knows she hates it when knights in shining armor fall off their steeds, referring to another character. Later she realizes that her intense work with the new twins has caused her to neglect her husband somewhat and when she cooks a fine meal, there's this: "With a guilty twinge I realized exactly how much he'd missed my cooking, and I blessed him for not mentioning it sooner. I watched him take his plate into the kitchen and felt my heart swell even as my throat constricted. Some handsome princes, I thought, knew had to stay in the saddle."