More deaths follow, including Michelle and Brad’s ex-wife, George sightings continue, the diapers continue to pile up as Kate nurses her way through interviewing suspects, following up on leads, and even welcoming a surprise nephew to the family.  

If you can get past the premise of a first time mother not only taking her less than one month old daughter to interview suspects and on stakeouts, but also having the energy to do this, Bundle of Trouble is a lot of fun. Kate is fearful to take anything to drink when interviewing possible suspects fearing there will be poison in the glass yet brings her helpless daughter into these situations. And what situations they are. 

While interviewing suspects and witnesses, she stumbles across a new hairdresser, two new additions to the family and a good lead on her missing brother-in-law. Kate is a delightful character and wants to be a devoted, work-from home mom. She is very inquisitive and insightful (though she says “nosey”) and has pretty good people instincts and people trust her almost on sight. Jim is a very supportive husband and doesn’t fuss when Laurie takes the baby out. 

Kate’s mom is a good role model and fill-in babysitter, though her yarn choices for baby’s garments leave some room for improvement. Though the mystery is fast paced and humorous, there are some touching moments. All of these elements come together to make a good start to a new mystery series with an unusual premise and an adorable gumshoe sidekick.                                                    

--Jennifer Monahan Winberry