Powdered Peril - (Donut Shop Mysteries) by Jessica Beck (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>It's hard to keep a secret in April SpringsNespecially when it involves a cheater like Peter Morgan. Donut shop owner Suzanne Hart has tried to be civil with the guy, since he's dating her best friend Grace. But when they break up, Suzanne's the first to admit she's glad the relationship is over. She's also the first to spot the footprints leading to Peter's dead body. Original.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>It's hard to keep a secret in April Springs--especially when it involves a no-good cheater like Peter Morgan. Donut shop owner Suzanne Hart has tried to be civil with the guy, since he's dating her best friend Grace. But when Grace shows up at her doorstep--sobbing--Suzanne's the first to admit she's glad the relationship is over. She's also the first to spot the footprints leading to Peter's dead body... <p/>Instead of the usual morning donuts, the police are busy rounding up suspects and sifting through clues: Why did Peter splash yellow paint on Suzanne's shop window before he was murdered? How angry was Grace when she learned that her boyfriend was two-timing (or three- or four-timing)? Suzanne is willing to bet dollars to donuts that her friend is innocent. Now she has to prove it--before the real killer takes a powder...</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br>WELCOME BACK TO DONUT HEARTS--<P>where the coffee is hot, the donuts are fresh, and justice is oh-so-sweet...<P>It's hard to keep a secret in April Springs--especially when it involves a no-good cheater like Peter Morgan. Donut shop owner Suzanne Hart has tried to be civil with the guy, since he's dating her best friend Grace. But when Grace shows up at her doorstep--sobbing--Suzanne's the first to admit she's glad the relationship is over. She's also the first to spot the footprints leading to Peter's dead body... <P>"A delight. Suzanne Hart is a lovable amateur sleuth." --Diane Mott Davidson <P>Instead of the usual morning donuts, the police are busy rounding up suspects and sifting through clues: Why did Peter splash yellow paint on Suzanne's shop window before he was murdered? How angry was Grace when she learned that her boyfriend was two-timing (or three- or four-timing)? Suzanne is willing to bet dollars to donuts that her friend is innocent. Now she has to prove it--before the real killer takes a powder... <P>"The perfect comfort read [with] a likeable heroine, quirky Southern characters--and donut recipes!" --Rhys Bowen<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><P>Praise for the Donut Shop Mysteries by Jessica Beck<P> <P> <P>"A delight. Suzanne Hart is a lovable amateur sleuth who has a hilariously protective mother "and" great donut recipes! Readers will have a blast with this book." --Diane Mott Davidson, "New York Times" bestselling author of "Fatally Flaky"<P> <P>"A tribute to comfort food and to the comfort of small town life. With great donut recipes!" --JoAnna Carl, author of "The Chocolate Cupid Killings"<P>" "<P>"If you like donuts--and who doesn't?--you'll love this mystery. It's like a trip to your favorite coffee shop, but without the calories!" --Leslie Meier, author of the Lucy Stone mysteries "New Year's Eve Murder" and "Wedding Day Murder"<P> <P>"The perfect comfort read: a delicious murder, a likeable heroine, quirky Southern characters--and donut recipes!" --Rhys Bowen, Agatha and Anthony award-winning author of the Molly Murphy and Royal Spyness mysteries<P> <P>"A yummy new treat in the culinary mystery genre. Skillfully weaving donut recipes throughout a well-plotted story, the author proves that life after divorce can be sweet; all you need are good friends, your own business, and comfort food. Delicious!" --Tamar Myers, author of "Death of a Rug Lord "and "The Cane Mutiny"<P>"A cleverly plotted cozy mystery with a wonderful small Southern town..."Fatally Frosted" is a great follow-up to "Glazed Murder". Suzanne is a great heroine, Ms. Beck has a sure-fire winner!" --"Fresh Fiction"<P> <P>"A sugary concoction that provides readers a glimpse through the donut hole of living in a small town." --Harriet Klausner, "Genre Go Round Reviews"<P> <P>"Along with the hilarious plot, author Jessica Beck treats the readers to a few recipes strategically placed within the novel. "Sinister Sprinkles" will keep you guessing until the very end." --"The Mystery Librarian"<P> <P><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Jessica Beck</b> is the <i>New York Times </i>bestselling author of the Donut Shop mysteries. She loves donuts, and has the figure to prove it. It's amazing what someone can convince themselves is all in the name of research! For each recipe featured in the donut mysteries, a dozen more are tried and tested. When not enjoying delicious treats, Jessica enjoys the rare snowfalls near her home in the foothills of North Carolina.
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