Tuesday, June 2, 2020

Blog Tour & Review: SPRINKLES OF SUSPICION A Cupcake Catering Mystery by Kim Davis


Synopsis

One glass of cheap California chardonnay cost Emory Gosser Martinez her husband, her job, and her best friend. Unfortunately, that was only the beginning of her troubles.

Distraught after discovering the betrayal by her husband and best friend, Tori, cupcake caterer Emory Martinez allows her temper to flare. Several people witness her very public altercation with her ex-friend. To make matters worse, Tori exacts her revenge by posting a fake photo of Emory in a compromising situation, which goes viral on social media. When Tori is found murdered, all signs point to Emory being the prime suspect.

With the police investigation focused on gathering evidence to convict her, Emory must prove her innocence while whipping up batches of cupcakes and buttercream. Delving into the past of her murdered ex-friend, she finds other people had reasons to want Tori dead, including Emory’s own husband. Can she find the killer, or will the clues sprinkled around the investigation point the police back to her?

Includes recipes!


Review

Emory has a talent and passion for creating cupcakes in very original flavors, including some that are adult only. She goes out with her friend, Tori, for an early birthday celebration. Only it isn't what it seems and Emory can't remember anything. Then a picture shows up on facebook and she walks in on a situation, and soon enough Tori is murdered. Right after Emory threatens her in a cat fight. 

Emory soon discovers that she's being framed, and whoever it is does a very good job. In the meantime, Emory continues to bake cupcakes and cater events, loses her job, and attempts to fend off her mother's criticism and attempts to get her back with her husband. There are some redirections and more than once, other characters comment on how clueless she is. Her trusting nature definitely gets her into sticky situations and makes her an easy mark. The pace is steady and her cluelessness adds a touch of humor. An enjoyable read. 


FTC Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of this book in the hopes that I would post an honest review. This has not affected the content of my review in any way.

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bout Kim Davis


Kim Davis lives in Southern California with her husband. When she's not spending time with her granddaughters she can be found either writing stories or working on her blog, Cinnamon, Sugar, and a Little Bit of Murder or in the kitchen baking up yummy treats. She has published the suspense novel, A GAME OF DECEIT, and has had several children’s articles published in Cricket, Nature Friend, Skipping Stones, and the Seed of Truth magazines. Kim Davis is a member of Mystery Writers of America and Sisters in Crime.


Author Links:

Website: http://kimdavisauthor.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kim-Davis-Author-1532277473479031/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kookiesandbooks
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/dashboard
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kimdavishb/

Purchase Links: Amazon

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TOUR PARTICIPANTS

June 1 – Brooke Blogs - SPOTLIGHT
June 1 – Diary of a Book Fiend – REVIEW
June 1 – A Wytch's Book Review Blog – REVIEW
June 2 – Christa Reads and Writes – REVIEW
June 2 – Hearts & Scribbles – SPOTLIGHT
June 2 – The Book Decoder – REVIEW
June 3 – Carstairs Considers – REVIEW
June 3 – Celticlady's Reviews – SPOTLIGHT
June 3 – Moonlight Rendezvous - REVIEW
June 4 – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – REVIEW
June 4 – The Pulp and Mystery Shelf – SPOTLIGHT
June 4 – Literary Gold – CHARACTER GUEST POST
June 5 – View from the Birdhouse – SPOTLIGHT
June 5 – Sneaky the Library Cat's Blog – CHARACTER INTERVIEW
June 6 – Reading, Writing & Stitch-Metic- SPOTLIGHT
June 6 – La libreria di Beppe – SPOTLIGHT
June 7 – Books a Plenty Book Reviews – REVIEW, CHARACTER INTERVIEW
June 7 – Mystery Thrillers and Romantic Suspense Reviews – SPOTLIGHT
June 7 – Christy's Cozy Corners – GUEST POST
June 8 – Socrates Book Reviews – SPOTLIGHT
June 8 – StoreyBook Reviews – REVIEW
June 9 – Gimme The Scoop Reviews – REVIEW
June 9 – Dee-Scoveries – SPOTLIGHT
June 9 – Cozy Up With Kathy - REVIEW, AUTHOR INTERVIEW
June 10 – Read Your Writes Book Reviews – AUTHOR INTERVIEW
June 10 – Reading Is My SuperPower – REVIEW
June 10 – Lisa Ks Book Reviews – REVIEW



22 comments:

  1. Thanks so much for hosting me on your blog, Christa!

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  2. It sounds really interesting and fun to read. Thank you for the chance recipes are wonderful to have in the book 📖

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    1. Thanks for stopping by, Donamae! I agree, recipes are a nice bonus in books. Good luck in the contest!

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  3. Sounds like a great new series. Looking forward to reading the book.

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  4. Thank you for sharing! Sounds great!

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  5. I have been waiting for another of your books wish you so much success! peggy clayton

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    1. Awww, thank you Peggy! Good luck in the contest!

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  6. This book sounds interesting and very intriguing. I love the picture of the dog on the book cover.
    I would love to read and review your book(s) in paperback/print.
    I love these types of books.
    Thanks for chance to win.
    Crystal

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    1. Thanks for stopping by Crystal. I will pass on your information to Kim Davis.

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    2. Thank you so much, Crystal! I was so happy that my cover designer was able to use a photo of my grand-puppy for the cover :)

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  7. A murder mystery with recipes! Awesomeness!

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    1. For sure. Thanks for stopping by Dave!

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    2. My taste buds had a lot of fun coming up with the recipes, especially the cupcakes :) Good luck!

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