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3.83 AVERAGE
3.83 AVERAGE
Book #36 read in 2019
In the third entry of this series, Mel and Angie enter a baking competition. Of course, have to overcome many obstacles in the quest for the prize. Pesky things like Olivia, the rival baker, and murder. Thank goodness for Oz and Angie's brothers! There were many laugh out loud moments to make this a really enjoyable read!
In the third entry of this series, Mel and Angie enter a baking competition. Of course, have to overcome many obstacles in the quest for the prize. Pesky things like Olivia, the rival baker, and murder. Thank goodness for Oz and Angie's brothers! There were many laugh out loud moments to make this a really enjoyable read!
I have been trying to read my way through this series. about a cupcake bakery. In this book, number three in the series, the protagonists, Melanie and Angie are involved in a reality TV style cooking competition. This was really a fun read in the series and the plot line had a very modern feel, as Food Network is constantly hosting these type of shows.
One of the judges, who happens to also have been Melanie’s mentor, is killed at the show and it seems like it is being written off as suicide. Melanie can’t believe it and begins to investigate on her own. The pace of the book is very good, giving you the feel of the frantic nature of the action. Melanie and Angie are juggling the shop, their personal lives, the competition and now the murder investigation. A new character, Oz, is introduced and I just loved him and hope he continues in the series.
The method of murder is really interesting and what actually happened, how Vic ended up in the freezer, was very original and well done. This is one of my favorite cozy mystery series. The writing is well done, the mysteries are well plotted and the characters are fully fleshed out. Great cozy in a great series.
One of the judges, who happens to also have been Melanie’s mentor, is killed at the show and it seems like it is being written off as suicide. Melanie can’t believe it and begins to investigate on her own. The pace of the book is very good, giving you the feel of the frantic nature of the action. Melanie and Angie are juggling the shop, their personal lives, the competition and now the murder investigation. A new character, Oz, is introduced and I just loved him and hope he continues in the series.
The method of murder is really interesting and what actually happened, how Vic ended up in the freezer, was very original and well done. This is one of my favorite cozy mystery series. The writing is well done, the mysteries are well plotted and the characters are fully fleshed out. Great cozy in a great series.
Possibly my favorite in the series so far. LOVED the new character (total Oz fan here)and the food competition setting. So much fun!
I've really struggled with this series, but I kept pushing on because I WANTED to love it so much lol I think this is by far the best book so far. It makes me want to read book #4 and hopefully the series continues to get better and better!
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Medical content, Medical trauma, Murder
Moderate: Bullying, Grief
The Food Channel comes to Scottsdale, Arizona, by way of the Scottsdale Food Festival. Mel Cooper and Angie DeLaura are determined to win top prize for the Fairy Tale Cupcakes Bakery or may die trying. They have to "beat" their arch rival Olivia Puckett first just to get entered into the competition and beating her with their delicious desserts will just be icing on their cupcakes.
Even with Mel's mentor, Vic Mazzotta, Food Channel celebrity chef, sitting in one of the judge's chairs, Mel knows she will need to use all her culinary skills to create the best dish using the daily mystery ingredients if they are going to take home the grand prize.
Shocked when Vic doesn't show up to judge the girls know something is amiss. They are just planning to search for him when a dead body is found in a freezer truck on the festival grounds. Someone had put Vic on ice, permanently. Now they not only have to ice their competition with their fabulous cupcakes they also need to find a cold blood killer.
My Thoughts
This is a scrumptious series and the latest installment is absolutely delicious!!
Two strong women, some hunky men and frosting how can you go wrong, lol!!!!
Truthfully the characters are lovable and becoming more defined in each story. I love Oz, the newest face at Fairy Tale Cupcakes. The plot is timely and clever. The mystery ingredients competition reminded me of the mystery box challenges of Master Chef on Fox. There were assorted "red herrings" to divert us and lead us astray. Plus cupcakes, lots and lots of cupcakes!!! (recipes included)
WARNING: You will be craving cupcakes while reading this so be sure to have some handy!!
Jenn even gives us a taste of the next temptation, Red Velvet Revenge, and I can't wait to get my sticky hands on it. For now just be sure to get your copy of Death by the Dozen today and enjoy!!!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Berkley Prime Crime. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. Receiving a complimentary copy in no way reflected my review of this book. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Even with Mel's mentor, Vic Mazzotta, Food Channel celebrity chef, sitting in one of the judge's chairs, Mel knows she will need to use all her culinary skills to create the best dish using the daily mystery ingredients if they are going to take home the grand prize.
Shocked when Vic doesn't show up to judge the girls know something is amiss. They are just planning to search for him when a dead body is found in a freezer truck on the festival grounds. Someone had put Vic on ice, permanently. Now they not only have to ice their competition with their fabulous cupcakes they also need to find a cold blood killer.
My Thoughts
This is a scrumptious series and the latest installment is absolutely delicious!!
Two strong women, some hunky men and frosting how can you go wrong, lol!!!!
Truthfully the characters are lovable and becoming more defined in each story. I love Oz, the newest face at Fairy Tale Cupcakes. The plot is timely and clever. The mystery ingredients competition reminded me of the mystery box challenges of Master Chef on Fox. There were assorted "red herrings" to divert us and lead us astray. Plus cupcakes, lots and lots of cupcakes!!! (recipes included)
WARNING: You will be craving cupcakes while reading this so be sure to have some handy!!
Jenn even gives us a taste of the next temptation, Red Velvet Revenge, and I can't wait to get my sticky hands on it. For now just be sure to get your copy of Death by the Dozen today and enjoy!!!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Berkley Prime Crime. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. Receiving a complimentary copy in no way reflected my review of this book. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
See my previous comments on this series (simplistic at best but sometimes you need simple).