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Sarah Graves

    A Bat in the Belfry
    Death by Chocolate Frosted Doughnut
    Crawlspace
    Death by Chocolate Snickerdoodle
    Death by Chocolate Chip Cupcake: A Death by Chocolate Mystery
    Knockdown
    • 2025

      Death by Chocolate Pumpkin Muffin

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Set in Eastport, Maine, the story unfolds at The Chocolate Moose bakery during a festive Halloween celebration. When local celebrity Hank Browne falls to his death at a party, the community grapples with his controversial legacy. As police investigate, suspicion falls on various characters, including the police chief's boyfriend, despite Jake and Ellie believing in his innocence. With multiple potential motives from a scorned girlfriend to an estranged wife, the mystery deepens, revealing secrets from Hank's past that could illuminate the truth behind his demise.

      Death by Chocolate Pumpkin Muffin
    • 2024

      Death by Chocolate Raspberry Scone

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Set in the charming island village of Eastport, Maine, the story revolves around Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree and Ellie White, who run a popular bakeshop known for its delectable desserts. As summer guests flock to indulge in their treats, the duo finds themselves attracting unwanted attention, hinting at a darker side to their culinary success. The narrative promises a blend of sweetness and suspense as the characters navigate the perils that come with their thriving business.

      Death by Chocolate Raspberry Scone
    • 2023

      Death by Chocolate Marshmallow Pie

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of an arts festival in Eastport, the story revolves around the rivalry between local bakery The Chocolate Moose and a new competitor, Choco's. Tensions escalate when Choco's owner, Brad Fairway, is found dead, and all evidence points to Ellie, the Moose's owner. As Ellie and her partner Jake investigate, they uncover a web of connections that could lead them to the true killer before another murder occurs. The plot blends mystery and local charm, highlighting themes of competition and community.

      Death by Chocolate Marshmallow Pie
    • 2022

      Jake and Ellie are taking a break from perfecting their chocolate pizza recipe to cater a housewarming party hosted by movie icon Ingrid Merryfield. Miss Merryfield is famous for her old-Hollywood glamour. Her new home, Cliff House, has a reputation too -- for being haunted. But she isn't concerned, and some of her guests even try to summon a spirit during the party, using a Ouija board. What arrives instead is a freak autumn storm that downs an ancient tree, trapping everyone on the property and setting the stage for a killer's planned spree.

      Death by Chocolate Chip Cupcake: A Death by Chocolate Mystery
    • 2022

      Death by Chocolate Chip Cupcake

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.6(63)Add rating

      Set in a supposedly haunted house in Eastport, Maine, Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree and Ellie White, owners of the Chocolate Moose Bakery, find themselves catering a party for a retired film star. As they navigate the eerie atmosphere and the complexities of their catering job, they uncover mysteries that intertwine with the house's dark past. This fifth installment in the Death by Chocolate Mystery series blends culinary delights with suspenseful twists, showcasing the duo's resourcefulness and camaraderie amidst supernatural intrigue.

      Death by Chocolate Chip Cupcake
    • 2021

      Death by Chocolate Snickerdoodle

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      In the fourth installment of Sarah Graves' luscious Death by Chocolate Mystery series set in the quirky town of Eastport, Maine and starring Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree and candy chef Ellie White as they manage a watershop shop specializing in chocolate, a snickerdoodle baking competition is underway in Eastport but Jake and Ellie didn't count on competing with murder as well... When Eastport's meanest man gets done in with a pruning hatchet, his good-hearted young yard worker is credibly but incorrectly charged with his murder, and Jake & Ellie must clear the youth before his orphaned teen-age sisters, who are in his care and who both have active, athletic jobs on a fishing boat, get bullied by their evil aunt out of the chance to buy their own vessel and start successful, independent lives for themselves. Meanwhile Jake and Ellie are also developing a chocolate snickerdoodle cookie recipe for the town-wide cookie baking competition. Can they crack the case while also cracking the top spot in the competition?

      Death by Chocolate Snickerdoodle
    • 2021

      Death by Chocolate Frosted Doughnut

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of a lively pirate festival, bakeshop owners Jacobia Jake Tiptree and her friend Ellie White anticipate a bustling baking season. However, their plans take a dark turn when they become embroiled in a murder investigation following the death of a prominent food writer and TV personality. As they delve into the mystery, they must navigate the complexities of their small town and uncover the truth behind the crime.

      Death by Chocolate Frosted Doughnut
    • 2019

      Death by Chocolate Malted Milkshake

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.6(107)Add rating

      Set in the charming fishing village of Eastport, Maine, the story follows Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree and her best friend Ellie, who run a waterfront bake shop called The Chocolate Moose. As they prepare for the wedding of beloved locals Sharon and Andy, their plans are derailed by a murder involving Sharon's ex-boyfriend. With Andy framed and the wedding canceled, Jake and Ellie must investigate to clear their friends' names and save their business, all while navigating the island's quirky characters and a recipe included for readers.

      Death by Chocolate Malted Milkshake
    • 2014

      A Bat in the Belfry

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.7(29)Add rating

      Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree is a skilled home repair enthusiast and an adept crime solver in the small town of Eastport, Maine. Her talents are put to the test when a shocking murder occurs, putting her in the crosshairs of danger. As she navigates the challenges of both home improvement and criminal investigation, Jake must use her skills to uncover the truth and avoid becoming the next victim.

      A Bat in the Belfry
    • 2011

      Knockdown

      • 411 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of home repair and mystery, the story follows Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree, a clever and outspoken protagonist. Her previous career as a financial manager leads to peril when a vengeful son targets her for his father's death, which stemmed from a denied loan. As Jake navigates threats to her life, she must employ her resourcefulness not only to fix her home but also to survive the deadly consequences of her past decisions. The blend of DIY skills and suspense creates a captivating narrative.

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