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Description: Another delicious installment in the Bakeshop Series set in Ashland, OR!
Amidst the rocky beaches of the Oregon coast, Torte’s beloved Sterling and Stephanie have been hired to take over the aging restaurant at the cliffside Whaleshead Resort. They’re nervous about striking out on their own, but excited by the opportunity to put their own spin a new menu. From fresh fish caught the very same day to vegan options and handcrafted pastries, they’re buzzing with ideas. What’s even better is that Jules and the team from Torte have come out for opening weekend to cheer them on.
Despite some opening night jitters, the dinner is off with a bang. Guests and long-term residents of Whaleshead Resort are eager to taste the young couple’s creations. As the tickets begin to line up and guests pile in the front door, Jules and Carlos offer to roll up their sleeves and help in any way they can. Stephanie is taking on every chef’s nightmare—a fluffy chocolate soufflé—and Sterling is fast at work prepping shrimp linguini and pan-seared halibut when they suddenly hear screaming. Erik Morton, the manager of Whaleshead and their new boss, has taken a fatal fall down the steep and dangerous cliffside trail leading to the beach. Jules and her young protégés quickly realize this was no accident. Now, the team will have to juggle the investigation while keeping the restaurant—and Steph and Sterling's new jobs—from crashing like the waves along the cliffs.
Genre: Mystery - Cozy
Why I Picked This Book: This is one of my favorite series and one of my favorite cozy authors.
My Impression: This was a fun read which is always expected from this series. I liked that the setting was a bit different than the usual Ashland Torte setting. A mismanaged resort was a fun change and seeing Steph and Sterling in leadership positions was also enjoyable.
Genre: Mystery - Cozy
Why I Picked This Book: This is one of my favorite series and one of my favorite cozy authors.
My Impression: This was a fun read which is always expected from this series. I liked that the setting was a bit different than the usual Ashland Torte setting. A mismanaged resort was a fun change and seeing Steph and Sterling in leadership positions was also enjoyable.
The victim was one who wouldn't me missed and more than a few people weren't sad to see him gone. Jules and Carlos and the rest of the crew are quickly drawn into the investigation and I really enjoyed seeing them in "vacation mode".
This is a very long running series with a likable group of characters and mouthwatering food descriptions. The mysteries are enjoyable and well laid out. This was a nice addition to the series and I like seeing the changes in the life of the main characters. If you enjoy cozy mysteries with foodie descriptions this series is a must read.
Would I Read More of this Series/Author? Of course! This is one of my favorite cozy authors.
Would I Recommend this Book? If you enjoy cozy mysteries you must try this series and this author.
* I received this book in exchange for an honest review. As always my opinions and impressions are completely my own. *
Would I Recommend this Book? If you enjoy cozy mysteries you must try this series and this author.
* I received this book in exchange for an honest review. As always my opinions and impressions are completely my own. *
Twenty books in and still loving a series? That says a lot! :D
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty sure I have a freebie from this author I'll have to try it. I love baking and cooking and mysteries.
ReplyDeleteAnne - Books of My Heart
This looks like such a good series. I really want to read it.
ReplyDeleteOh, my- a victim who won't be missed. So glad this delivered for you!
ReplyDeleteI've only read the first couple books in this series. I need to get back to it. Ellie Alexander publishes so often, it's hard to keep up!
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