Bake-off fever is in full-swing and Donna can’t help but have visions of becoming the next great baking star, but the competition is stiff, and someone is willing to kill to win.
When one of the contestants is found dead, a twist of fate puts Donna at the center of the competition.
That’s the perfect position to unravel the mystery, but only if she doesn’t get caught in the crosshairs.
Review
Donna's excited about the American bake-off, a take off of her favorite British reality show. Not only are three of the contestants staying at her Bed and Breakfast, but when one is murdered Donna gets to take her place. Only being part of the competition may be dangerous.
This was a fun and light read. Donna, Mark, and the other characters are well-developed and likable. Not so much the contestants. The story moves at a stead pace with needed background filtered in. This is the 10th in the series, but my first. It was easily read as a standalone mystery. I also recommend readers start at the beginning of the series to get a better feel for the town and the people. Readers who like cozy culinary mysteries, will enjoy this one.
About the Author
M. K. Scott is the husband and wife writing team behind The Painted Lady Inn Mysteries. Morgan K Wyatt is the general wordsmith, while her husband, Scott, is the grammar hammer and physics specialist. He uses his engineering skills to explain how fast a body falls when pushed over a cliff and various other felonious activities.
The Internet and experts in the field provide forensic information, while the recipes and B and B details require a more hands on approach. Morgan’s daughter, who manages a hotel, provides guest horror stories to fuel the plot lines. The couple’s dog, Janeway, is the inspiration behind Jasper, Donna’s dog. Murder Mansion is the first book in The Painted Lady Inn Mysteries. Overall, it is a fun series to create and read. Make sure to check out The Talking Dog Detective Agency series, The Way Over the Hill Gang series, and Cupid's Catering Company series, too.
This sounds very good, I'll have to check it out
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