A mishap on a wedding day spoils the union – it’s every bride’s nightmare.
Nikki and Hawk don’t want an elaborate ceremony; they want something small and intimate, surrounded by their nearest and dearest. Nikki is running around trying to shoulder most of the more delicate designs to make sure that everything goes perfectly.A message sent in blood is a warning not to take lightly. Hawk and his … message sent in blood is a warning not to take lightly.
Hawk and his right-hand man, Seth, are recruited when hunters recover the corpse of a police officer murdered in cold blood – with a chilling message of revenge to the Chief. The Chief refuses to stand down against Hawk’s speculation that this murderer has killed more than once. It’ll take more than that to scare him off-duty.
As the investigation stretches, a dark cloud crosses over Maple Hills – and the impending nuptials. Hairline doubts crack through the surface as Nikki tries to find common ground between a stubborn father and groom-to-be and trying to catch the killer. It takes a spotless crime scene, a car crash, long contained stress, and a nose-dive through some closed cases to save the day – for better or worse.
This cozy mystery is a clean read: no graphic violence, sex, or strong language. It can be read in one to two hours. It is perfect for those moments when you are waiting at an appointment or want to enjoy a quick read.
Read all the Maple Hills cozy mysteries:
1. Raspberry Truffle Murder
2. Peppermint Chocolate Murder
3. Blueberry Truffle Murder
4. Sea Salt Caramel Murder
5. Georgia Peach Truffle Murder
6. Gold Flake Chocolate Murder
7. Coconut Chocolate Murder
8. Turkey Truffle Murder
9. Christmas Chocolate Murder
10. Chocolate Heart Murder
11. Bear Truffle Murder
12. Wedlock Cake Murder
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Wedlock Cake Murder by Wendy Meadows is an amazing read that I have fallen in love with. This is book number twelves in this amazing series that I can not get enough of. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about mysteries and cozy mystery as much as I do.
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Now that was a Fantastic story! So good even if some of it was stiff again but not all of it. Sad to say goodbye but I finished all of the books at my library. Just have to see what else I can find by this awesome author.
A well written very intriguing short well paced mystery. This entertaining storyline has murder, suspense, humor, murder still unsolved, will Nikki and Hawk need to postpone the wedding. The twists and turns were surprising while not finding out till the end who the murder was. The characters are interesting and well developed. I voluntarily read and reviewed this must read ARC.
Big question, will Nikki and Hawk make it down the isle? And, will Nikki be able to get the cake make as her surprise for Hawk? Plus, there is that murder that needs to be solved first. I really enjoyed this book. Read it to get these answers. You won’t regret it!
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Wedding Day Stress!
Can Nikki and Hawk solve the murder mystery in time to celebrate their wedding on time? Planning a wedding is stressful enough but add solving a murder, saving the Chief’s life and creating the perfect wedding cake puts it over the top. An intriguing storyline. Enjoy!
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Entertaining and fun read. Interesting characters in an easy to read whodunnit! Good story flow. Fun read in one sitting! Would recommend!
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I love this author and her clean reads! This is one of her best series too and I am thinking, 12 is not enough! Nikki and Hawk, such cool names, are the best characters ever and Ms. Meadows is an excellent writer so this book captivated me to the end! I am hoping for the lucky 13th!
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Wedlock Cake Murder is a quick paced, wonderfully written page turner that can be read in just over an hour. The characters are friendly, loving and supportive of one another. The bit of action that was included included thorough details that added to the thrill of the scene. This is a must read in the series.
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Nikki and Hawk are about to tie the knot and Nikki tries to create the perfect wedding cake for her husband-to-be, when a good friend of Hawk’s father is killed and a note pinned on the body indicates that he will be next.
Protecting the Chief, trying to find the murderer AND preparing for the wedding at the same time is nearly impossible.
An entertaining cozy, that was really fun to read. An unusual storyline that made the story a little crazy, but still believable.
Twists and turns galore! A very fast paced story from the get go. Keeps you totally engaged and turning the pages. I couldn’t put it down! Well written! Another great book by a great author!
With her wedding around the corner and a busy chocolate shop to run, Nikki certainly has her hands full. Add in a special surprise for her groom and she’s not sure how she’ll get everything done before the big day. When murder throws a wrench into her plans and someone close to her is threatened by the murderer, Nikki and her fiancé, police detective Hawk, jump head first into the investigation. I love the relationship between Nikki and Hawk which is one of of love and mutual respect. I also love the other characters including Nikki’s son, Hawk’s dad, and Nikki’s employees at the chocolate shop which includes her son’s girlfriend. I highly recommend this wonderful series by Wendy Meadows and, while you don’t have to start with the first in the series, that’s where I would begin. A must read!
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Nikki, the owner of a chocolate shop in Maple Hills, is engaged to marry Hawk, a detective on the police force. Hawk and Seth get pulled into a mystery when hunters recover the corpse of the police chief’s good friend, Luke, a police officer murdered in cold blood. On his body they find a chilling message of revenge that the Chief is next to die. With the wedding only a week away, and Nikki’s running her chocolate shop while helping to investigate with Hawk, they may have to end up postponing their wedding! Can they discover the identity of the murderer before they have to cancel their big day? Is Nikki in danger from the murderer?
I really love cozy mysteries, and this was an enjoyable one. The small-town feeling of closeness among the characters was a nice touch. The story line was intriguing and well-paced, and I couldn’t quickly guess who the murderer was. Grab your copy and see where the clues lead Nikki and Hawk!
This was another exciting book in the series. Nikki and Hawk have to solve a murder to protect his dad all before their wedding at the end of the week. Nikki ends up being targeted by the murder as a way to get to the Chief. The wedding finally does happen. Linda, Tori and Seth were able to make sure that Nikki’s surprise got finished.
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Set aside a morning (or afternoon) for this family-friendly murder mystery set in Maple Hills in the fall, which has a couple of twists.
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I was captured from the first page. I have not read the complete series, but had no trouble following the plot. Nikki and Hawk are planning their wedding when there is a murder. Between running her chocolate shop and investigating with Hawk, they are talking about postponing the wedding. The victim was a friend of Hawk’s father, and on his body there was a message for the chief threatening his life. Lots of old cases to go thru keep Hawk and Nikki busy as the chief goes into “protective custody at Nikki’s home. Life is hectic for Nikki and this just adds more stress to her schedule, thankfully she has a great bunch of friends who help out at the shop, freeing up some of her time to help Hawk. I did not figure out who the murderer was, and I usually do.
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Nikki is planning her wedding to Hawke. An urgent call to the cabin marks the beginning of a terrifying threat to the family. Wedding Cake Murder is a well crafted mystery with enjoyable characters.
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Nikki and detective Hawk are finally about to walk down the aisle. Sadly, before their big day, a heart wrenching death happens. Someone from the past is looking to take revenge on the chief .
Digging through past files from his cases give Hawk and Nikki a bit of a melancholy review. Childhood photos of Hawk and memories of his mom are revealed and several cases reviewed. Some saw positive changes in the convicts, other lingering anger and danger.
Suspense filled action and romance in a KU package!
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I have enjoyed this series and this last book does not disappoint. Hawk and Nikki are getting ready for their wedding. In the midst of the plans, Hawk’s father’s friend is killed and a note is left saying the chief is next. Hawk and Nikki put him up in her house for his safety while they investigate the murder. When the murderer comes after her and makes her crash her car, she thinks it’s time to postpone the wedding however things do work themselves out and they do get married on their date after all.
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Wonderful story and fantastic characters. Really enjoyed reading this series. It has a lot going for it. The world building is great; you feel like you are in the town itself. The characters are so well crafted that you feel like they are old friends. Highly recommend this book and the series.
Nikki is a chocolatier and Hawk is her police officer fiancé. The police chief is also Hawk’s father. Nikki and Hawk are planning their wedding when the police chief’s good friend is found murdered and the chief is next to die. Can Nikki and Hawk figure out the murdered before their wedding day? This was a lovely read, I really enjoyed it. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.