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Murder in a Cup (A Crystals & CuriosiTEAS Mystery #2)
by Lauren ElliottAs the descendant of an Irish witch and the owner of a New Age tea shop, intuitive gemologist Shay Myers has been living her most authentic life since moving home to California&’s scenic Monterey Peninsula. But in the latest Crystals & CuriousiTEAS Mystery from USA Today bestselling author Lauren Elliott, not even her heightened senses can predict how to run a business—or catch a killer . . . Self-taught &“seer&” Shay has much to learn as autumn hits the quaint coastal town of Bray Harbor. Since attempting the art of blending herbs at her popular shop, Crystals & CuriosiTeas, she&’s set on growing ingredients in the mysterious greenhouse on the second floor—if only she can separate the medicinal plants from the deadly ones. Her new skills are put to the test when she meets pub owner and ex-detective Liam Madigan&’s Gran. A psychic from Ireland known for interpreting tea leaves and people, Gran encourages Shay to build upon her natural talents and hold her own group reading . . . At first, the evening goes off without a hitch—until a customer goes from chatty to dead in a flash, poisoned after sipping a toxic substance recently grown in the greenhouse. Worse, Shay&’s assistant is suspected of intentionally serving the lethal brew. Now, aided only by Liam and her dog Spirit, Shay must exonerate her employee and save the future of Crystals & CuriosiTeas. But when clues start lining up like leaves in a teacup, she&’ll need to understand the signs right in front of her to catch the manipulative murderer before it&’s too late . . .
Murder in a Teacup (Tea by the Sea Mysteries #2)
by Vicki DelanyIn national bestselling author Vicki Delany&’s delightful Tea by the Sea mystery series, Lily Roberts—Cape Cod tearoom proprietress and part-time sleuth—stirs up trouble when she unwittingly serves one of her grandmother&’s B&B guests a deadly cup of tea . . . Lily has her work cut out for her when a visit from her grandmother Rose&’s dear friend, Sandra McHenry, turns into an unexpected—and unpleasant—McHenry family reunion. The squabbling boils over and soon Tea by the Sea&’s serene afternoon service resembles the proverbial tempest in a teapot. Somehow, Lily and her tearoom survive the storm, and Sandra&’s bickering brethren finally retreat to Rose&’s B & B. But later that evening, a member of their party—harmless Ed French—dies from an apparent poisoning and suddenly Tea by the Sea is both scene and suspect in a murder investigation! Mercifully, none of the other guests fall ill. They all ate the same food, but Ed insisted on bringing his own special blend of herbal teas. So it seems, amid the whining and dining, someone snuck up to one of Lily&’s cherished teapots and fatally spiked Ed&’s bespoke brew, but who? Was it Ed&’s long-estranged sister-in-law? Did teenage troublemaker Tyler take a prank too far? Or perhaps the family&’s feuds have been steeping for longer than anyone realizes? It&’s up to Lily, Rose, and their friends to get to the bottom of the poisoned pot and bag the real culprit behind the kettle murder plot.
Murder in the Bayou Boneyard: A Cajun Country Mystery (A Cajun Country Mystery #6)
by Ellen ByronMaggie Crozat has the Halloween heebie-jeebies in USA Today bestselling and Agatha Award-winning author Ellen Byron's howlingly funny sixth Cajun Country mystery.Maggie Crozat, proprietor of a historic Cajun Country B&B, prefers to let the good times roll. But hard times rock her hostelry when a new cell phone app makes it easy for locals to rent their spare rooms to tourists. With October--and Halloween--approaching, she conjures up a witch-crafty marketing scheme to draw visitors to Pelican, Louisiana. Five local plantation B&Bs host "Pelican's Spooky Past" packages, featuring regional crafts, unique menus, and a pet costume parade. Topping it off, the derelict Dupois cemetery is the suitably sepulchral setting for the spine-chilling play Resurrection of a Spirit. But all the witchcraft has inevitably conjured something: her B&B guests are being terrified out of town by sightings of the legendary rougarou, a cross between a werewolf and vampire.When, in the Dupois cemetery, someone costumed as a rougarou stumbles onstage during the play--and promptly gives up the ghost, the rougarou mask having been poisoned with strychnine, Maggie is on the case. But as more murders stack up, Maggie fears that Pelican's spooky past has nothing on its bloodcurdling present.
Murder in the Med
by Peter MayleFrom the New York Times–bestselling author of A Year in Provence, a delightful tale of foreign travel, fine dining—and international criminals . . . A wine connoisseur and globetrotter with a background in law, Sam Levitt is enjoying the good life, as usual, accompanied by the lovely Elena Morales. But now a billionaire friend has found himself on the wrong side of a Russian tycoon, and Sam—who&’s saved his friend&’s neck before—to negotiate with a Mafioso on his behalf. But as Sam&’s sleuthing draws him closer to the truth, he realizes his friend might not be the only one in trouble, in this short story that spans from Corsica to Marseille and sparkles like a vintage champagne.Praise for the Sam Levitt Capers &“Wine and food aficionados will find much to savor.&” —USA Today &“Totally fun.&” —Booklist (starred review) &“A smooth ride you&’ll enjoy from beginning to end.&” —The Washington PostPreviously published as The Corsican Caper
Murder in the Mix: An addictive cosy mystery with a dash of sugar and a dollop of death (The Shilpa Solanki Mysteries)
by Marissa De LunaA baker&’s New Year&’s Eve catering gig on a private island winds up being a countdown to murder . . . Devon&’s queen of desserts, Shilpa Solanki, has a chance to spend New Year&’s on a rich man&’s private island. All she has to do is teach a cooking class and bake an exquisite cake befitting the birthday of a spoiled young heiress. When the birthday girl suddenly collapses like an overdone soufflé, signs point to murder. With family secrets, a looming inheritance, and potential suspects scattered across the island, Shilpa&’s got her sleuthing work cut out for her. But will she find the killer, have her cake, and be able to eat it, too?
Murder in the Tea Leaves (A Tea Shop Mystery #27)
by Laura ChildsIt&’s Lights, Action, Murder as tea maven Theodosia Browning scrambles for clues in this latest installment of the New York Times bestselling series.When Theodosia Browning reads the tea leaves on the set of the movie, Dark Fortunes, things go from spooky to worse. Lights are dimmed, the camera rolls, and red hot sparks fly as the film&’s director is murdered in a tricky electrical accident.Or was it an accident? Though the cast and crew are stunned beyond belief, nobody admits to seeing a thing. And when Theodosia&’s friend, Delaine, becomes the prime suspect, Theodosia begins her own shadow investigation. But who among this Hollywood cast and crew had murder on their mind? The screenwriter is a self-centered pot head, the leading actress is trying to wiggle out of her contract, the brand new director seems indifferent, and nobody trusts the slippery-when-dry Hollywood agent.Between hosting a Breakfast at Tiffany&’s Tea, a Poetry Tea, and trying to launch her own chocolate line, Theodosia doggedly hunts down clues and explores the seemingly haunted Brittlebank Manor where the murder took place. And just when she&’s ready to pounce, a Charleston Film Board member is also murdered, throwing everything into total disarray. But this clever killer will go to any lengths to hide his misdeeds as Theodosia soon finds out when she and her tea sommelier, Drayton, get caught up in a dangerous stakeout.INCLUDES DELICIOUS RECIPES AND TEA TIME TIPS!
Murder is a Piece of Cake: A Delicious Culinary Cozy with an Exciting Twist (A Baker Street Mystery #2)
by Valerie BurnsAcclaimed author Valerie Burns returns to her fresh, new culinary cozy series set in a charming small-town and featuring Madison Montgomery, a social media expert turned bakery owner and sleuth. This light, fast-paced mystery will appeal to fans of Joanne Fluke, Laura Childs, Ellery Adams, and Ellie Alexander. With small town New Bison&’s Spring Festival just around the corner, the pressure is on Maddy to continue her late great-aunt Octavia&’s legacy. That means scoring the top prize and transforming Baby Cakes into Southwest Michigan&’s must-visit bakery, even though her inexperience in the kitchen brings nightmares of humiliating tagged photos and scathing reviews. There&’s another reason for lost beauty sleep. A second bakery is opening in town under the ownership of CJ Davenport, a shrewd investor with a reputation for sabotaging anyone who gets in his way. And savvy, flashy Maddy tops his list. It&’s a sticky spot to be in—more so when Davenport turns up dead with a Baby Cakes&’s knife stuck in his back. Maddy&’s whole life just went from #thriving to barely surviving. Now, supported by the crafty Baker Street Irregulars and her new boyfriend, she must find the courage to face off against a killer who could very well get her name trending for the first and last time . . . Praise for Two Parts Sugar, One Part Murder &“Snappy dialogue, a well-drawn supporting cast and an irresistible canine companion all add delicious flavor. Gulp this book down or savor it, but consuming it will guarantee a sustained sugar high.&” —New York Times Book Review
Murder on Memory Lake (A Ferrara Family Mystery #1)
by J.D. Griffo&“A series with something for everyone: eager young newshounds, well-seasoned sleuths, and a stash of Italian recipes (some gluten-free) to boot.&” —Kirkus Reviews For Alberta Scaglione, her golden years are turning out much differently than she expected—and much more deadly . . . Alberta Scaglione&’s spinster aunt had some secrets—like the fortune she squirreled away and a secret lake house in Tranquility, New Jersey. More surprising: She&’s left it all to Alberta. Alberta, a widow, is no spring chicken and she&’s gotten used to disappointment. So having a beautiful view, surrounded by hydrangeas, honeysuckle, and her cat, Lola, sounds blissful after years of yelling and bickering and cooking countless lasagnas. But Tranquility isn&’t as peaceful as it sounds. There&’s a body in the water—and it belongs to Alberta&’s childhood nemesis. Alberta suspects foul play and when her estranged granddaughter, an aspiring crime reporter, shows up, it only makes sense for them to team up and investigate . . . &“Imagine the Golden Girls starting a detective agency and you&’ll get the general idea of J.D. Griffo&’s charming Ferrara Family mystery series.&” —Criminal Element Includes Italian recipes from Alberta&’s kitchen!
Murder on Wheels (A Tourist Trap Mystery #6)
by Lynn CahoonA gourmet food truck runs smack into a killer&’s appetite for murder in this small-town California cozy mystery by the New York Times bestselling author. The food truck craze has reached the charming coastal town of South Cove, California. But bookshop café owner Jill Gardner has her reservations about Kacey Austin and her gluten free dessert truck. The South Cove newcomer appears to have stolen her recipes—not to mention her man—from Jill&’s best friend Sadie. And yet, even Jill has to admire Kacey&’s positive attitude. Nothing&’s going to stop the spirited young woman from speeding toward her dreams…until murder stops her in her tracks. When Kacey turns up dead on the beach, suspicion immediately falls on Sadie. Could she really have been bitter enough to kill her achingly sweet rival? It&’s up to Jill to clear her friends name and put the brakes on the real killer. This eBook edition includes a bonus teaser chapter!
Murder on the Menu (The Shilpa Solanki Mysteries)
by Marissa De LunaIt&’s an unhappy birthday when murder crashes the party—but luckily, a sleuthing baker is in the mix . . . Shilpa Solanki has settled into life in Otter&’s Reach, and her cakes are selling like . . . well, hotcakes. When tycoon Roy Arden turns eighty, Shilpa caters the event—but the party&’s over when it turns out it was Roy&’s last birthday. Roy&’s daughter, Caroline, asks Shilpa to investigate, and delving into the Arden family dysfunction provides a surfeit of suspects: the much-younger second wife; the gardener-turned-son-in-law Roy never approved of; the brother he had a strained relationship with. Then Caroline turns up dead, too, and Shilpa has to burn the candle at both ends to find the culprit in this cozy culinary mystery by the author of A Slice of Murder.
Murder with Cherry Tarts (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #4)
by Karen Rose SmithIn Pennsylvania’s Amish country, Daisy Swanson has a tea shop to run, a daughter to marry off—and a murder to solve . . . Daisy’s worried one of her employees at Daisy’s Tea Garden may be in a spot of trouble. Lately Karina’s been loading up on soup and second-day baked goods at the end of her shift—and while the shop’s scrumptious treats may be hard to resist, Daisy suspects there’s more going on, especially since Karina has been seen hanging out in a rundown part of Willow Creek. Planning her own daughter’s wedding is enough to keep her busy, but Daisy can’t help feeling a protective maternal instinct—and an instinct to investigate. It turns out Karina has been helping a down-on-his luck single dad who’s been making ends meet—barely—by selling antiques at a place called Pirated Treasures. But when an employee at the antiques store is bludgeoned to death with a marble rolling pin, Karina’s new friend is suspect number one. Though the motives are muddy and steeped in intrigue, Daisy is more than determined to flush the real killer out.
Murder with Cherry Tarts (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #4)
by Karen Rose SmithIn Pennsylvania&’s Amish country, Daisy Swanson has a tea shop to run, a daughter to marry off—and a murder to solve . . . Daisy&’s worried one of her employees at Daisy&’s Tea Garden may be in a spot of trouble. Lately Karina&’s been loading up on soup and second-day baked goods at the end of her shift—and while the shop&’s scrumptious treats may be hard to resist, Daisy suspects there&’s more going on, especially since Karina has been seen hanging out in a rundown part of Willow Creek. Planning her own daughter&’s wedding is enough to keep her busy, but Daisy can&’t help feeling a protective maternal instinct—and an instinct to investigate. It turns out Karina has been helping a down-on-his luck single dad who&’s been making ends meet—barely—by selling antiques at a place called Pirated Treasures. But when an employee at the antiques store is bludgeoned to death with a marble rolling pin, Karina&’s new friend is suspect number one. Though the motives are muddy and steeped in intrigue, Daisy is more than determined to flush the real killer out. Includes delicious recipes!
Murder with Chocolate Tea (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #10)
by Karen Rose SmithDaisy Swanson, bride-to-be and owner of Daisy&’s Tea Garden in Pennsylvania&’s Amish country, may have one or two more murders to solve before she says &“ I do . . .&” Daisy has a lot to celebrate this summer. She&’s supervising a special tea event to help commemorate the 100-year-anniversary of her town&’s historic covered bridge. But the main event is her upcoming wedding to her beloved fiancé Jonas. Somehow Willow Creek&’s busiest brewer of specialty teas and amateur sleuth still finds time to be a guest on local journalist Trevor Lundquist&’s crime podcast to discuss the last murder she solved. After the podcast, Trevor receives an anonymous tip from a caller who claims a travel chest that&’s about to be auctioned holds a clue to a twenty-year-old unsolved murder. Is it a hoax or a genuine lead? When a body turns up in Willow Creek, Trevor suspects a connection between this current homicide and the cold case. Has the murderer killed again to cover their tracks? Now Daisy has another mystery steeping and Trevor may just have his next podcast . . . Includes delicious recipes!
Murder with Cinnamon Scones (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #2)
by Karen Rose SmithA tea shop owner in Pennsylvania&’s Amish country is steeped in a murder case in this mystery in the USA Today-bestselling series—includes recipes! As local merchants unite to attract tourists for a much anticipated weekend quilting event in Pennsylvania&’s Amish country, business is sure to spill over into eateries like Daisy&’s Tea Garden. Gorgeous craftwork is hanging everywhere—but among the quilts, potholders, and placemats, one gallery owner is wrapped up in some dangerous affairs. Reese Masemer had been dating one of Daisy&’s employees, Tessa, an artist, though their last interaction was as strained as a cup of loose leaf tea. Now Reese has been found dead near a covered bridge where Tessa&’s been practicing her sketches. She&’s the obvious suspect, but Daisy&’s learning that there were some major secrets in Reese&’s background, and several of his relationships were infused with resentment. To save Tessa, she&’ll have to find out who&’s tainted this quaint little town with murder… &“Readers are immediately drawn to main character Daisy Swanson and her beloved Aunt Iris.&”—Suspense Magazine
Murder with Clotted Cream (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #5)
by Karen Rose SmithA catering job has come in for Daisy&’s Tea Garden in Pennsylvania&’s Amish country—but death will be served before dessert . . . Margaret Vaughn has hired Daisy to provide afternoon tea for her theater group. A local girl who left long ago for an acting career in New York, Margaret has returned home—with a multimillionaire husband in tow. But while Daisy bustles around Margaret&’s historic farmhouse, she senses that there&’s tension behind the scenes. Then she discovers the hostess on the floor of the pantry—dead and covered with clotted cream. Barely recovered from her previous sleuthing adventure, Daisy joins forces with the former detective she&’s been dating to help solve the case. Should she cast suspicion on the stars of the upcoming play? Can Margaret&’s sister shine a spotlight on potential culprits? Or are there clues to be found in the victim&’s past? With plenty of family stress of her own to deal with, all Daisy knows is she better act fast . . .
Murder with Cucumber Sandwiches (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #3)
by Karen Rose SmithDaisy’s Tea Garden in Pennsylvania’s Amish country is known for its elegant finger foods—but now owner Daisy Swanson has to finger a killer . . . Restaurant critic Derek Schumaker, notorious for his bitter reviews, is about to visit Daisy’s Tea Garden, and Daisy and Aunt Iris are simmering with anxiety. A bad word from the culinary curmudgeon could really hurt their business, but Daisy tries to stay confident. After all, how can he resist her cucumber sandwiches with pimento spread—not to mention the cheesy cauliflower soup and strawberry walnut salad? Schumaker takes a to-go order when the afternoon tea service is done, which Daisy hopes is a good sign. But when he perishes from a seizure, it looks like his food was dosed with something deadly. Considering a threat that recently appeared on his blog—and whispers of scandal in his past—Daisy has quite an assortment of suspects to sift through . . . Includes delicious recipes!
Murder with Darjeeling Tea (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #8)
by Karen Rose SmithDaisy&’s Tea Garden is one of the many attractions in Pennsylvania&’s Amish country—and when Daisy herself isn&’t serving tea, she&’s making sure justice is served . . . When Daisy Swanson arrives at Rumple&’s Statuary shopping for a birthday present for her beau Jonas, Wilhelm Rumple&’s cottage looks like something out of a fairy tale, reminding her of the Storybook Tea family event she&’s planning. Even the man himself—short and stumpy in overalls with bare feet—seems like a storybook character. But as a businessman, Rumple is rumored to be as cold and hard as the statues he sells. Maybe that&’s why, following a break-in at his cottage, Rumple is found dead in a dog run behind Four Paws Animal Shelter, bashed in the head. Now it&’s up to Daisy to get the residents of Willow Creek to spill the tea on a little man who may have had some big secrets, so she can find a stone-cold killer . . . Includes delicious recipes!
Murder with Earl Grey Tea (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #9)
by Karen Rose SmithKaren Rose Smith returns with another serving of her irresistible Daisy&’s Tea Garden Mysteries set in Pennsylvania&’s Amish country. Even though spring in Lancaster County is still a bit far off, Daisy Swanson has much to look forward to: setting a date with her fiancé Jonas, a whimsical Alice in Wonderland tea event, and an anniversary celebration for her parents at a farm-to-table restaurant in Willow Creek. But a grim discovery turns her thoughts to the troubled present. Meeting up for a hike with her friend, Daisy and her fiancé&’s dog Felix find the woman dead on a trail, a victim of an apparent hit and run. The tire tracks clearly indicate this was no accident, and now Daisy must follow a twisted trail of clues to uncover what drove someone to murder . . . Includes delicious recipes!
Murder with Fried Chicken and Waffles (A Mahalia Watkins Mystery #1)
by A.L. HerbertA fast-talking businessman is felled by a frying pan: &“Soul food and sassy characters…a feast that will satisfy the appetites of readers.&”—Library Journal Welcome to Mahalia&’s Sweet Tea—the finest soul food restaurant in Prince George&’s County, Maryland. In between preparing her famous cornbread and mashed potatoes so creamy &“they&’ll make you want to slap your Momma,&” owner Halia Watkins is about to dip her spoon into a grisly mystery . . . Halia Watkins has her hands full cooking, hosting, and keeping her boisterous young cousin, Wavonne, from getting too sassy with customers. Having fast-talking entrepreneur Marcus Rand turn up in her kitchen is annoying enough when he&’s alive—but finding his dead body face-down on her ceramic tile after hours is much worse. Marcus had his enemies, and the cast iron frying pan beside his corpse suggests that at last, his shady business deals went too far. Halia is desperate to keep Sweet Tea&’s name out of the sordid spotlight but her efforts only make Wavonne a prime suspect. Now Halia will have to serve up the real villain—before the killer returns for a second helping . . . Features delicious recipes from Mahalia&’s Sweet Tea,including Sour Cream Corn Bread and Sweet Corn Casserole!
Murder with Lemon Tea Cakes (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #1)
by Karen Rose SmithUSA Today Bestseller: &“Readers are immediately drawn to main character Daisy Swanson and her beloved Aunt Iris.&”—Suspense Magazine In an old Victorian in the heart of Pennsylvania's Amish country, Daisy Swanson and her aunt Iris serve soups, scones, and soothing teas to tourists and locals—but a murder in their garden has them in hot water. Daisy, a widowed mom of two teenagers, is used to feeling protective, so when Iris started dating the wealthy and not-quite-divorced Harvey Fitz, she worried—especially after his bitter ex stormed in and caused a scene at the party Daisy's Tea Garden was catering. Then there was the gossip she overheard about Harvey&’s grown children being cut out of his will. Daisy didn't want her aunt to wind up with a broken heart—but she never expected Iris to wind up a suspect in Harvey&’s murder. Now the apple bread and orange pekoe is on the back burner while the cops treat the shop like a crime scene—and Daisy hopes that Jonas Groft, a former detective from Philadelphia, can help her clear her aunt's name and bag the real killer before things boil over… Includes delicious recipes for Iris&’s Lemon Tea Cakes and more!
Murder with Macaroni and Cheese (A Mahalia Watkins Mystery #2)
by A.L. HerbertA Maryland soul food chef catches a bitter killer while catering her high school reunion in this &“sweet-tart and wickedly wholesome&” mystery (Publishers Weekly). Halia Watkins loves her life as proprietor of Mahalia&’s Sweet Tea, serving the best soul food in Prince George&’s County, Maryland. And what better way to celebrate than catering her own high school reunion? Soon she&’s serving up her signature macaroni and cheese and famous chicken wings to a host of appreciative ex-classmates. Some folks have blossomed since graduation. But Halia&’s high school nemesis Raynell Rollins—currently married to a former football star—hasn&’t changed nearly enough. When Raynell is found dead the morning after the reunion, the roll call of possible suspects could fill the school gymnasium. Extra-marital affairs, mega-church scandals and sports secrets—Raynell had her perfectly manicured hand in a lot of sticky situations. With her young cousin&’s bungling assistance, Halia is on course to track down the killer. But if she doesn&’t make the grade, she&’ll be the alumna most likely to meet an untimely end. Features delicious recipes including Double Crust Chicken Pot Pie and Chocolate Marshmallow Cake!
Murder with Oolong Tea (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #6)
by Karen Rose SmithIn Pennsylvania&’s Amish country, Daisy Swanson finds herself going back to school expecting to serve tea—only to get a crash course in criminal justice . . . The faculty of Willow Creek High School are having a get-together after the spring concert with refreshments provided, courtesy of Daisy&’s Tea Garden. Oolong tea and chocolate biscuits are just what the staff needs to help them unwind from Althea Higgins&’ demanding curriculum. Her lessons on such controversial subjects as school uniforms and underqualified substitute teachers are earning her an F from her colleagues. But a failing grade was preferable to Althea falling victim to foul play. Daisy was there when her body was discovered in the school swimming pool, murdered by strangulation. Althea was certainly a strict, opinionated taskmaster, unliked by both teachers and students, but would any of them actually want to kill her? As Daisy starts asking questions, she gets a real education in Althea&’s history, discovering more than enough enemies with more than enough motives to cancel her classes permanently . . . Includes delicious recipes!
Murder with Orange Pekoe Tea (A Daisy's Tea Garden Mystery #7)
by Karen Rose SmithIn Pennsylvania&’s Amish country, Daisy Swanson is serving hot tea at a fundraiser for a homeless shelter—but tempers are getting heated too . . . Daisy&’s orange pekoe is flowing at a fundraiser—and she&’s also made a new friend, Piper, a young woman whose hopes for motherhood were dashed by a foul-up at a fertility clinic.But before they can settle into a long conversation, the event is disrupted by masked protestors who object to building a shelter in Willow Creek. Among the angry crowd is Eli—who left his Amish community some time ago, with help from a lawyer named Hiram. It just so happens that Hiram is also representing the fertility clinic in a class-action suit—and soon afterward, he turns up dead, felled by an insulin injection. Daisy can&’t help but get drawn in, especially since Piper&’s husband had been pretty steamed at the victim and didn&’t hide it. She&’d love to spend some time with the dog she and her boyfriend have just adopted—but first she 'll be straining to find a killer . . . Includes delicious recipes!
Murder with a Cherry on Top (A Lickety Splits Mystery #1)
by Cynthia BaxterThe owner of a Hudson Valley ice cream shop is out to get the scoop on a hometown homicide in this &“decadent, deadly, and delightful&” series debut (Jenn McKinlay, New York Times bestselling author). After leaving her high-powered Manhattan life behind, Kate McKay is indulging her dream of opening an ice cream shop in her Upstate New York hometown of Wolfert&’s Roost. But her spirits melt when she learns that her childhood frenemy, Ashley Winthrop, has started selling frozen treats in the bakery across the street. Full of sour high school memories, Ashley is more than game for some unfriendly competition. But before Ashley can kill Kate&’s new business, someone kills Ashley. And now half the town thinks sweet Kate is hiding a sinister secret. To clear her name, she&’ll do whatever it takes to put the real killer on ice—even join forces with an old flame. But she&’ll need to exercise more than restraint if she wants to expose the killer and live to see another sundae. &“[A] charmer of a cozy mystery. A delicious read that left me hungry for more.&” —Jenn McKinlay Includes mouthwatering ice cream recipes from the Lickety Splits Ice Cream Shoppe!
Murder, My Darling (The Darling Deli #33)
by Patti BenningWhen one door closes... Another opens. You'll be brought to tears with this final book in the wildly popular Darling Deli series. Finally, Moira Darling's life seems to be going according to plan. Her daughter has moved back to town, business is booming at the deli, and she and her husband are looking forward to a bright future together as entrepreneurs. All of that comes crashing down around them, however, when someone near and dear to their hearts is attacked out of the blue. In the aftermath that follows, both Darling women struggle to uncover the truth behind what happened, and try desperately to come to terms with the new courses that both of their lives will take moving forward. This poignant last installment in the beloved Darling Deli series will surprise you with its ending and uplift you with a new beginning.