I must have had a subconscious decision to read Christmas in July books. I ended up reading 3 different books set at the holidays this past month. A Murder Yule Regret is the 7th book in the Bread Shop series by Winnie Archer. Ivy Culpepper finds herself working 2 different parties hosted by starlets while helping her boss, Olaya, at Yeast of Eden. In addition to the well constructed mystery with multiple side crimes including blackmail and stalking, there are developing relationships mixed within the story. I appreciate the author discussing the positive aspects of the relationships and how Ivy values the support she and Miguel have for each other. These cozies always seem to have a nice balance of highlighting the positives of human nature along with the dark side that leads to murders.
If you are looking for a mystery with strong relationships and delicious bread and appetizer recipes/descriptions then look no further.
A Murder Yule Regret by Winnie Archer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
mouth watering bread and appetizers play a huge role in this story as there are multiple catering gigs at the center of this Hollywood starlet centric story. the small town charm of Santa Sofia is interrupted at the holidays when 2 starlets throw holiday parties. unfortunately neither had murder on their agendas when they made their guest lists. the story is well developed with lots of surprises and a fairly shocking outcome
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