Ellie Alexander crafts engaging mysteries set against the backdrop of the Pacific Northwest, often infused with the delightful world of baking. Her narratives weave together intricate plots with meticulously tested pastry recipes, creating a unique culinary and suspenseful reading experience. Alexander excels at portraying the charm of small communities while uncovering the secrets lurking beneath their surface. Readers are drawn to her vivid descriptions and unexpected twists that keep them guessing until the final page.
In a quaint bookstore filled with classic crime novels, a mysterious body is discovered behind the shelves, setting off a chain of events that intertwines the lives of the staff and patrons. As secrets unravel and tensions rise, the characters must confront their own pasts while navigating the complexities of the investigation. The story blends elements of suspense and intrigue, inviting readers into a world where literature and crime collide, ultimately revealing deeper truths about the human experience.
Set against the backdrop of a small-town film festival, the story follows bookseller Annie Murray as she navigates a web of intrigue after a film critic's suspicious death. As she investigates, Annie uncovers a cast of characters, each with their own secrets, including a scandalous actress and a protective film historian. With humor and charm, she races against time to expose the killer and save her beloved festival, all while keeping readers guessing with unexpected twists until the very end.
Things are getting spooky in Catch Me If You Candy, the next delicious installment in the Bakeshop Series from author Ellie Alexander, set in Ashland, Oregon!Halloween has arrived in picturesque Ashland, Oregon, and all of the ghouls and goblins have descended on Main Street for the annual parade. It’s a giant street party and Torte is right in the mix. Jules Capshaw and her team have been baking up autumn delights and trick-or-Torte bags filled with sugar cookie cutouts, spiced cider, and mummy munch. It’s the end of the season at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, which means that the costumes for the parade are going to be out of this world. The elaborate guises even extend to pets. The grand marshal of this year’s parade is no other than a regal pug aptly named King George. Jules is delighted to get to share the experience with Carlos and Ramiro, but things take a dark turn when she discovers a dragon slumped in front of the bakeshop. Jules is distraught when she realizes the dragon is dead. She’s also shaken because a few days before the parade, her mother's Mahjong partner Helen discovered a warning note about a dragon in an antique game set. Jules hopes it’s just a random coincidence, but as the clues begin to unfold it becomes evident that there’s been a murder on All Hallow’s Eve. Can Juliet sift out the truth before the killer comes after her?
Amateur sleuth Sloan Krause returns to solve another mystery while honing her brewing skills. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Leavenworth, this cozy mystery weaves together engaging characters and a captivating plot. The book also features delicious recipes and a travel guide, enhancing the reader's experience and connection to the story's setting. Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries and craft beer alike!
The story follows a young editor who discovers that her grandmother's estate holds a magical editing pen. This pen possesses the extraordinary ability to not only alter narratives but also impact the lives of those around her. As she navigates her newfound power, she embarks on a journey that intertwines her personal growth with the transformative effects of her edits, leading to unexpected consequences and revelations.
