Blue Dahlia (In the Garden, Book 1) by Nora Roberts
Blue Dahlia was an enjoyable read overall, though it didn’t fully resonate with me. While many readers rate it highly, I felt it landed closer to a three-star experience for my tastes. The plot had a solid premise but could have benefited from deeper development, and some of the quieter, everyday conversations slowed the pacing for me.
One of the book’s strongest points was the character development, especially the friendships between the women, which felt warm and authentic. Those relationships were what kept me engaged. There were moments that felt a bit drawn out, and I would have loved to see more tension and momentum rather than extended internal reflections.
The ghost storyline was an interesting idea, though it remained more of a background element in this first book and left several questions unanswered. With a bit tighter editing, this story might have felt more complete on its own.
While this isn’t one of my favorite Nora Roberts novels, it did keep me interested, and I found her later books in the series more engaging. Overall, it’s a pleasant start with a strong sense of friendship and the promise of more to come.
Final rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3 stars)
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From my archives – June 29, 2018
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