ATTENTION: This #1 Best Seller is back with a Second Edition Release of Book 1 in the Donut Hole Series.“This book is a culinary delight! I really enjoyed all the donut descriptions and Heather, the amateur sleuth, is a very likable character.” We’ve made some MAJOR updates to the book that new and existing fans will definitely enjoy. Here’s what you get:- Finally, discover what Memorable …
Here’s what you get:
– Finally, discover what Memorable events transpired before the murder of Heather’s deceptive ex-assistant with a riveting new Prologue from Christa Fordyce, the Murder Victim.
– Instantly learn exactly what sticks in the craw of Stan Dombrowski about his reluctant arch-rival Heather & her “Delightful Donut Shop” with an insightful exclusive Epilogue from Stan Dombrowski; the book 2 Murder Victim.
– Enjoy an unbeatable reading experience with enhanced formatting, crucial continuity updates and dozens of typo fixes thanks to our new professional editor!
– Make Heather’s recipes at home: We’ve included a FREE offer for 4 of our most tasty Donut Recipes w/ pictures and easy to follow step-by-step instructions.
Could a workplace disagreement lead to murder?
Donuts, deceit and the potential murder of a former assistant find master donut backer Heather Janke at the center of a mystery in which she is a potential suspect and possibly the only one capable of discerning the truth.
Was her former assistant Christa murdered and if so, why?
Follow Heather as she searches for clues to get to the bottom of this sweet caper.
Praise for Strawberry Cream Murder:
“This book is a culinary delight. I really enjoyed all the donut descriptions. Heather, the amateur sleuth, is a likable character. As a former Texan, I am glad the book takes place in Texas.” – ★★★★★ Ms. Loves To Read
“I really loved this book and couldn’t seem to put it down.” – ★★★★★ Joyce C
“… this book is well done. The characters that are introduced are fully fleshed out, and the reader will not be overwhelmed by too many people too quickly. A solid mystery, with a satisfying conclusion. Looking forward to the next in the series.” – ★★★★★ Stephanie Jones
“Nice clean cozy series. I plan to read the entire series. “- ★★★★★ Sandy
“ I think you’ll love this book like I did. Can’t wait to start book 2” – ★★★★★ Cheryl
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Strawberries & Cream Murder
A Donut Hole Cozy Mystery,Book #1
Susan Gillard
5 Stars
Synopsis:
ATTENTION: This #1 Best Seller is back with a Second Edition Release of Book 1 in the Donut Hole Series.
“This book is a culinary delight! I really enjoyed all the donut descriptions and Heather, the amateur sleuth, is a very likable character.”
We’ve made some MAJOR updates to the book that new and existing fans will definitely enjoy.
Could a workplace disagreement lead to murder?
Donuts, deceit and the potential murder of a former assistant find master donut backer Heather Janke at the center of a mystery in which she is a potential suspect and possibly the only one capable of discerning the truth.
Was her former assistant Christa murdered and if so, why?
Follow Heather as she searches for clues to get to the bottom of this sweet caper.
Praise for Strawberry Cream Murder:
“This book is a culinary delight. I really enjoyed all the donut descriptions. Heather, the amateur sleuth, is a likable character. As a former Texan, I am glad the book takes place in Texas.” – Ms. Loves To Read
“I really loved this book and couldn’t seem to put it down.” – Joyce C
“… this book is well done. The characters that are introduced are fully fleshed out, and the reader will not be overwhelmed by too many people too quickly. A solid mystery, with a satisfying conclusion. Looking forward to the next in the series.” – Stephanie Jones
“Nice clean cozy series. I plan to read the entire series. “- Sandy
“ I think you’ll love this book like I did. Can’t wait to start book 2” – Cheryl
Satisfy your inner bookworm. Pick up your copy today by clicking the BUY NOW button at the top of this page. (Goodreads)
Review:
I have been reading the latest books in this series and have enjoyed them. I decided to go to the very beginning and see how it all started. I am very glad that I did. I enjoyed getting to see how Heather and Amy’s lives were different way back when. I liked getting a glimpse of their friendship when it was just those two, no husband or boyfriend, just the girls. They are smart, funny and loyal and people I would like to have as friends.
The author is very talented in her descriptive writing and those descriptions pulled me right into the story and kept me engaged. The writing style flows smoothly and the book is a quick easy read. The mystery was well developed and moved along at a steady pace. I had considered the real culprit as a suspect but then dismissed them, so the author did a good job of tricking me, which is great.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted cozy mystery. But I would suggest reading it when you are not hungry because after reading this book you will want a dozen of those Ice Cream Sundae donuts.
I found this to be a good and entertaining story. I enjoyed it.
Christa Fordyce is the owner of the newest donut shop in town. “Christa’s Creations”. She had lied, decived and even betrayed people to get her shop. She might have even destroyed some lives, but she was a business owner now. She could hardly wait for the grand opening! Then there is a knock on her door, it was late, but she let the person in even though they had not left each other on good terms. The next moring Heather Janke asked questions by Detectve Ryan Shepherd of the Hillside Police Department. The body of Christa was found by Joey Gorham last night. Did Heather have something to do with Christa’s death? Afterall Christa was once an employee of Heather’s and they left on unfriendly terms. Mrs. Fordyce is grieving for Billy her son, not Christa her daughter. Billy’s life being ruined? Something is not adding up and Heather is going to find out what is going on. Then the killer confronts Heather—and you will be surprised who it is! For the answer read the book.
Heather Jenke is the owner of the Donut Delights
bakery in Hillside Texas. Her is proud of her shop
and the chance to use some of her grandmother’s
recipes.
Heather’s bakery assistant, Christa Fordyce has been
stealing these recipes and planning to use them in
opening her own donut bakery. Heather fires her.
Christa is found dead the night prior to her bakery
opening with a half eaten Strawberry & Creme donut
next to her.
Will the handsome Detective Ryan Shepherd from
Hillside Police Department think her a suspect??
Join Heather and her best friend, Amy Given as they
decide to investigate who would have wanted Christa
dead.
They find several persons of interest….her brother, Billy
who was cut from their father’s will….her brother’s drug
supplier who she use to date….her mother who was mad
Christa for getting Billy cut from the family inheritance or
was it random?
The reader will find themselves involved as they are
made to feel as if they are part of this intriguing investigation
in which the girls partake.
You will meet Heather’s fur baby, Dave the dog plays a part
in the story.
The Donut Delights weekly donut is the Ice Cream Sundae
donut.
This is the second edition of this book with a new Prologue
and Epilogue plus donut recipes.
I volunteered to read Strawberry & Creme Murder. Thanks
to the author for the opportunity. My opinion is my own