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Donut Hole Mystery #45
Chocolate Peanut Brittle Murder
When Heather’s longtime friend, Leila, crashes into Donut Delights, out of breath and pale as a vanilla glaze, she knows something bad has happened.
But she’s shocked when Leila reveals that she’s just found a corpse in her entrance hall passage and she’s got no idea where it came from. Heather sets off to get to the bottom of the case, equipped with a box of her Chocolate Peanut Brittle Donuts, the keen eye of her best friend and fellow sleuth, Amy, and the help of the Hillside Police Department. But nothing is simple in this case, it never is, and Heather pulls on a thread which others have warned her to leave alone. She’s convinced that the murder of the contractor should be laid at the feet of Hillside’s resident villain. The only problem is, the evidence isn’t clear and things that should add up, simply don’t.
Heather must figure this one out before the killer skips town yet her investigative techniques my bring down a rain of anger from a man who’s best left alone.
But she’s shocked when Leila reveals that she’s just found a corpse in her entrance hall passage and she’s got no idea where it came from. Heather sets off to get to the bottom of the case, equipped with a box of her Chocolate Peanut Brittle Donuts, the keen eye of her best friend and fellow sleuth, Amy, and the help of the Hillside Police Department. But nothing is simple in this case, it never is, and Heather pulls on a thread which others have warned her to leave alone. She’s convinced that the murder of the contractor should be laid at the feet of Hillside’s resident villain. The only problem is, the evidence isn’t clear and things that should add up, simply don’t.
Heather must figure this one out before the killer skips town yet her investigative techniques my bring down a rain of anger from a man who’s best left alone.
- GenresMysteryCozy Mystery
205 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 12, 2017
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June 2, 2017
This is the 45th in the series. Once again Heather and Amy are investigating a murder. This murder takes place inside their friend Eva's home. It seems everything connects back to Lyle Clarke but they can never prove it. Then someone tries to burn down Eva's house but that doesn't go as planned and they find the evidence to charge one guy but still can not connect it to Clarke. Many twists to this one.
April 17, 2019
With an array of all the colorful donuts in the case. When Leila comes rushing in, finally telling them there is a dead man in the hall of their home,
He was killed with an engraved letter opener, they have a name, but why was the front door forced open. Is this another case for them to solve, read and find out.
He was killed with an engraved letter opener, they have a name, but why was the front door forced open. Is this another case for them to solve, read and find out.
April 2, 2020
I found this book a little boring... I love the series but I liked it less than the other books
April 14, 2017
Chocolate Peanut Brittle Murder is the 45th installment in Susan Gillard’s Donut Hole Cozy Mystery series and is a quick, easy, fun, and clean read but proofreading is needed. Leila, Eva’s new housemate, rushes into Donut Delights in a panic. She had stopped by the house to drop off some packages, found the door ajar, lock broken, and a man’s body in the entrance to the living room in a pool of blood. Ryan identified the victim as Atticus Beyer, a contractor, and the cause of death was due to being stabbed in the throat. Heather’s research reveals that Atticus was once a business apprentice to Lyle Clarke.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
April 14, 2017
Leila finds a mans body in the house when she stops by quickly to drop off some packages.
Heather and Amy once again help Ryan solve the murder, but this one hits closer to home. The victim Atticus Beyer a contractor. Big surprise, or is it, he is connected to Lyle Clarke.
A fun quick read.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
Heather and Amy once again help Ryan solve the murder, but this one hits closer to home. The victim Atticus Beyer a contractor. Big surprise, or is it, he is connected to Lyle Clarke.
A fun quick read.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
April 14, 2017
Things start out strong when Leila goes home to drop off some purchases and finds a dead man. While the murder is under investigation, she and Eva move in with Heather, Ryan and Lilly. It is wonderful to read about a group of friends who are more family than friends. When you add in Amy, Dave and Cupcake, my heart turns to mush. I look forward to reading the next book on MY family soon.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
April 14, 2017
Murder and arson leave Heather Shepherd and her
family with two extra guest....Eva and Lelia.
Heather is sure she knows who is behind these
occurrences but there is no hard evidence.
The dead man, Atticus Breyer is a contractor who
had dealings with Lyle Clark. Why was he in
Hillside? What was in the trailer his daughter rented
for him? Whose initials are SB on the murder weapon?
Creative plot with some quirky characters added to
the mix make for a puzzling mystery.
This weeks donut is the Chocolate Peanut Brittle.
This is book # 45 in the Donut Hole Cozy series. It
can be read as a stand alone.
I volunteered to read this eBook. Thanks to the author
for the opportunity. My opinion is my own.
family with two extra guest....Eva and Lelia.
Heather is sure she knows who is behind these
occurrences but there is no hard evidence.
The dead man, Atticus Breyer is a contractor who
had dealings with Lyle Clark. Why was he in
Hillside? What was in the trailer his daughter rented
for him? Whose initials are SB on the murder weapon?
Creative plot with some quirky characters added to
the mix make for a puzzling mystery.
This weeks donut is the Chocolate Peanut Brittle.
This is book # 45 in the Donut Hole Cozy series. It
can be read as a stand alone.
I volunteered to read this eBook. Thanks to the author
for the opportunity. My opinion is my own.
April 15, 2017
After 45 weekly visits to Hillside, Texas, I've come to look forward to spending a couple of hours with Heather Shepherd, her family, and friends. True, this series is a clean, quick read, but over time Susan Gillard has managed to keep her plot lines fresh and entertaining, and her characters have continued to grow and change. This series offers what many of us need -- a chance to relax for a while and enjoy a good story.
I requested and received an Advance Reader Copy of this book. My review is voluntary and the opinions my own.
I requested and received an Advance Reader Copy of this book. My review is voluntary and the opinions my own.
April 15, 2017
Eva's new companion Leila runs into the donut shop and tells Heather she found a body in their house Heather, Amy and Ryan rush to find out what is going on. Neither woman knows the man who is dead in their house but Heather is has a suspicion that Lyle Clarke has something to do with it. Eva and Leila have to move in with Heather, Ryan and Lilly until the scene is cleared so they have a house full and Heather has a churning mind trying to figure out who killed the man.
April 22, 2017
Another Excellent book by Susan Gillard and it's good to see Mr. Clarke seems to be staying in town. Last book we had Geoff Lawless return as well as Lilly's father. But for now we can focus on a new enemy and I am just excited. It's almost like the book has a new refreshing twist. I can't wait to read the next book
April 26, 2017
Whew, 45 books and I'm still wrapped up in the lives of tbese delightful characters and the perils that threaten them. The continuing saga of Heather and her family,.including those she has drawn into her circle, create a cozy backdrop to the murder-of-the- week. Just like Jessica Fletcher in Cabot Cove.
May 3, 2017
Great read
All of Susan Gillards books are great 45 now and I still can't wait till the next book keep them comming
All of Susan Gillards books are great 45 now and I still can't wait till the next book keep them comming
September 13, 2017
Ok, so this book wasn't my favourite. It actually took longer than normal to read. Heather's obsession with Clarke is a little our to left field I find. Though Heather is written as an obsessive character, this is even much even for her level. I get that this business man is bad news, but the focus on him is a bit much.
The story was interesting, as was the murder mystery. The added aspect that Eva and Leila are caught up in it due to the scene of the crime is interesting. I'm not sure how they are going to continue and finish off that story line as it might be a little difficult to tie up one week to the the next.
I have my standard complaint of not giving enough time of the story on the victim's background or the store staff. But these seem par for the course now.
Overall it's an ok read, just not great.
The story was interesting, as was the murder mystery. The added aspect that Eva and Leila are caught up in it due to the scene of the crime is interesting. I'm not sure how they are going to continue and finish off that story line as it might be a little difficult to tie up one week to the the next.
I have my standard complaint of not giving enough time of the story on the victim's background or the store staff. But these seem par for the course now.
Overall it's an ok read, just not great.
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