Since first reading "Left Fur Dead" I have enjoyed the character of Juliette (Jules for short) Bridge and adorable Bun, the bunny that Jules can communicate with via mental telepathy. Jules is the owner of Fur Bridge Farm in Windermere, New Hampshire, and has created a sanctuary for abused domestic rabbits. She also raises rabbits and it's fun to learn that Petra is pregnant. The title of the cozy reflects the "Hop ’Til You Drop event and egg hunt" that Jules will be working at as a volunteer. But in the midst of Jules hiding Easter eggs for the hunt Bun decides to go off on his own exploring but shortly rushes back and implores Jules to follow him to view his discovery.

All of the secondary characters that have endeared this charming series to readers delightfully continue as part of this series! One of the things that I enjoy about this series is that it is not merely a cozy with an investigation but there are also interesting developments at the farm that highlight Juliette's business savvy and the growth and development of her employees.

In one conversation it was difficult to understand why Juliette's friend Bailey says, "This might be the start of a great partnership." Juliette and Bailey have had an ongoing partnership of doing children's birthday parties together. At another time, I didn't find it plausible that there is a grandfather clock in the barn. There is also a disconnect between Chapter 21 and Chapter 23. In Chapter 21, Juliette indicates that Bun will not accompany her and Jess to a presentation they are doing at the college. In Chapter 23, Bun accompanies the women with no explanation for Juliette's change of mind.

But disconnects aside, I hope this series continues as I'd love to read another. ( )

cozy-mystery, amateur-sleuth, murder, murder-investigation, rescue, pets, telepathy, New Hampshire, bunny, friendship*****

The publisher's blurb is pretty good for starters, but the mystery is well crafted and full of twists and red herrings that hold the reader's interest from beginning to end. Bun is an intelligent and fun pet bunny who communicates with Jules (who has a bunny rescue farm and entertainment business) telepathically. This time Jules and friends are involved involved in a special Easter egg hunt and Jules is the one who finds the first body. And the second as well. I really loved this one, too!
I requested and received a free ebook copy from Kensington Books via NetGalley. Thank you! ( )