A puzzling death. A cruel scam. And cookie sales that turn criminal.
Baker Madeline "Maddie" Flynn thought helping the sheriff's twin nephews with their cookie fundraiser would be sweet and simple. But when strange vandalism and a shocking death rattle the community center, it's clear Maple Falls has more on its plate than sugar and spice.
Determined to protect her townâand the kidsâMaddie dives headfirst into the investigation. With her feisty Gran, her circle of loyal girlfriends, and Big Red, her mischievous Maine Coon, she stirs through a mix of secrets, scams, and suspects. The sheriff might be handsome, but even he can't keep her out of the kitchenâor the crime scene.
Can Maddie sift through the clues before another tragedy strikes? Or has she bitten off more than she can chew?
đž The Maple Lane Mysteries are perfect for fans of culinary cozy mysteries, clever amateur sleuths, and small-town charmâalways served with a dash of humor and a whisker of mischief.
"A compelling mystery with fabulous characters. I love the recipes as well as Madeline. This book is well written with plenty of twists to keep me guessing to the end. I am looking forward to the next book by this author."
"Another wonderful installment to the Maple Lane Bakery Series. Maddie, Ethan, Big Red, Gran, and the Girlz are back for another mystery in their small town. It's a fast-paced story to keep you reading until the end. Also, things are heating up between Maddie and Sheriff Tanner that you don't want to miss!
The Maple Lane Mysteries: Maple Lane prequel: Sugar and Sliced Book 1: Apple Pie and Arsenic Book 2: Bagels and Blackmail Book 3: Cookies and Chaos Book 4: Doughnuts and Disaster Book 5: Eclairs and Extortion Book 6: Fudge and Frenemies Book 7: Gingerbread and Gunshots
Book 8: Honey Cake and Homicide
C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl is an empty-nester living in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, 'himself'. With an extended family to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed-breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys spending time with her family, baking, and her quest for the perfect latte.
A puzzling death. A cruel scam. And cookie sales that turn criminal.
Baker Madeline "Maddie" Flynn thought helping the sheriff's twin nephews with their cookie fundraiser would be sweet and simple. But when strange vandalism and a shocking death rattle the community center, it's clear Maple Falls has more on its plate than sugar and spice.
Determined to protect her townâand the kidsâMaddie dives headfirst into the investigation. With her feisty Gran, her circle of loyal girlfriends, and Big Red, her mischievous Maine Coon, she stirs through a mix of secrets, scams, and suspects. The sheriff might be handsome, but even he can't keep her out of the kitchenâor the crime scene.
Can Maddie sift through the clues before another tragedy strikes? Or has she bitten off more than she can chew?
đž The Maple Lane Mysteries are perfect for fans of culinary cozy mysteries, clever amateur sleuths, and small-town charmâalways served with a dash of humor and a whisker of mischief.
"A compelling mystery with fabulous characters. I love the recipes as well as Madeline. This book is well written with plenty of twists to keep me guessing to the end. I am looking forward to the next book by this author."
"Another wonderful installment to the Maple Lane Bakery Series. Maddie, Ethan, Big Red, Gran, and the Girlz are back for another mystery in their small town. It's a fast-paced story to keep you reading until the end. Also, things are heating up between Maddie and Sheriff Tanner that you don't want to miss!
The Maple Lane Mysteries: Maple Lane prequel: Sugar and Sliced Book 1: Apple Pie and Arsenic Book 2: Bagels and Blackmail Book 3: Cookies and Chaos Book 4: Doughnuts and Disaster Book 5: Eclairs and Extortion Book 6: Fudge and Frenemies Book 7: Gingerbread and Gunshots
Book 8: Honey Cake and Homicide
C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl is an empty-nester living in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, 'himself'. With an extended family to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed-breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys spending time with her family, baking, and her quest for the perfect latte.