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Oceanside Cozy #3
Tres Leches & Murder
Could the donut shop's grand opening actually be ruined by sabotage and a shooting?
"Another 5 star read!" ★★★★★
Heather is excited for the grand opening of the new Donut Delights! However, she might not end up describing it as “grand.”
First, her cranky neighbor tries to disrupt their first day’s business. Then, a new customer’s son is found shot to death.
Despite how busy she is serving Tres Leches Donuts, Heather joins the investigation to make sure justice is served.
Was the victim killed because of his gambling debts?
Was a “poker buddy” actually an enemy?
Or was the killer someone closer to home?
Heather is determined to find the answers.
Join Heather as she opens a business and closes a case!
Praise for Susan Gillard:
"Could not put it down... And the donut flavor sounds great!" ★★★★★ Amazon Customer
"Love this author" ★★★★★ Vicki O
"Fun, enjoyable read!" ★★★★★ sonnysmom
"...this is going to be another good series for Heather and family." ★★★★★ Kathy F
Book 3 in the Oceanside Cozy Mystery series!
Can be read as a standalone but will be enjoyed more as part of the series.
A light, cozy mystery read with a dog loving and donut shop owning female private investigator, in a small town setting with quirky characters.
•No cliffhanger!
•No swearing!
•No gore!
•No graphic scenes!
Click the “buy now with 1 click” button at the top of the page OR Read it for FREE with Kindle Unlimited.
"Another 5 star read!" ★★★★★
Heather is excited for the grand opening of the new Donut Delights! However, she might not end up describing it as “grand.”
First, her cranky neighbor tries to disrupt their first day’s business. Then, a new customer’s son is found shot to death.
Despite how busy she is serving Tres Leches Donuts, Heather joins the investigation to make sure justice is served.
Was the victim killed because of his gambling debts?
Was a “poker buddy” actually an enemy?
Or was the killer someone closer to home?
Heather is determined to find the answers.
Join Heather as she opens a business and closes a case!
Praise for Susan Gillard:
"Could not put it down... And the donut flavor sounds great!" ★★★★★ Amazon Customer
"Love this author" ★★★★★ Vicki O
"Fun, enjoyable read!" ★★★★★ sonnysmom
"...this is going to be another good series for Heather and family." ★★★★★ Kathy F
Book 3 in the Oceanside Cozy Mystery series!
Can be read as a standalone but will be enjoyed more as part of the series.
A light, cozy mystery read with a dog loving and donut shop owning female private investigator, in a small town setting with quirky characters.
•No cliffhanger!
•No swearing!
•No gore!
•No graphic scenes!
Click the “buy now with 1 click” button at the top of the page OR Read it for FREE with Kindle Unlimited.
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196 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 22, 2017
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September 30, 2017
Donut Delights-Key West is open for business!!!
Heather Shepherd, owner is excited but disappointed
as one of the business owners neighbors is trying to
reduce her customers. This owner does not want an
out-of-towner opening up a shop on Duval Street. He
is out to get rid of her shop.
Eva and Leila are enjoying their new senior center.
They have meet a new friend, Betty Turner. They invite
Betty to visit the donut shop. Betty comes along with
her son, Theodore Turner. The two cut their visit
short when Betty’s other son, Eddie calls that he is
in town. Betty also has a daughter, Letty who is a
physician at a big city hospital.
Theodore is murdered!!,
Eva and Lelia suggest to Betty that Heather and
Amy help solve the murder. With the help of the Key
West Detectives, they start their investigation.
They discover several colorful, shady characters:
a man who works in a taco shop, Theodore’s poker
club and a bookie, anyone of them could have
shot him.
We get to go on the Key West trolley with the
Shepherd clan to see all the sights. A fun trip for all.
Detailed description, well written story with an array
of characters.
The opening day donut is the Tres Leches donut
This is book # 3 in An Oceanside Cozy Mysteries series.
It can be read as a stand alone.
Heather Shepherd, owner is excited but disappointed
as one of the business owners neighbors is trying to
reduce her customers. This owner does not want an
out-of-towner opening up a shop on Duval Street. He
is out to get rid of her shop.
Eva and Leila are enjoying their new senior center.
They have meet a new friend, Betty Turner. They invite
Betty to visit the donut shop. Betty comes along with
her son, Theodore Turner. The two cut their visit
short when Betty’s other son, Eddie calls that he is
in town. Betty also has a daughter, Letty who is a
physician at a big city hospital.
Theodore is murdered!!,
Eva and Lelia suggest to Betty that Heather and
Amy help solve the murder. With the help of the Key
West Detectives, they start their investigation.
They discover several colorful, shady characters:
a man who works in a taco shop, Theodore’s poker
club and a bookie, anyone of them could have
shot him.
We get to go on the Key West trolley with the
Shepherd clan to see all the sights. A fun trip for all.
Detailed description, well written story with an array
of characters.
The opening day donut is the Tres Leches donut
This is book # 3 in An Oceanside Cozy Mysteries series.
It can be read as a stand alone.
September 28, 2017
Heather Shepherd, her family, and friends have made the move to Key West, and the new shop is open for business, despite the efforts of a neighboring shop owner. Unfortunately, some things don't change as Heather finds herself investigating the death of a new friend's son. These characters have appeared in over sixty stories, yet each story is different and provides readers an entertaining read. If you haven't read Susan Gillard, give these books a try. With great characters and a touch of mystery, you can't miss.
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.
September 30, 2017
Donut Delights-Key West is open for business. Mr Rankle is up to his tricks to drum Heather out of business for being an outsider. . Of course another murder takes place. This time it’s related to someone Eva & Leila meet ( Betty) and are building a friendship. So the crew sets out to solve this murder while the new donut shop employees hold down the fort. Will Ryan ever get on the police force in this town? Is the current detective holding out for a promotion instead of retirement? Only time will tell. Will Betty stay in Key West or move to another city to be near family? Read and enjoy this small community mystery.
September 24, 2017
Very good installment of Donuts Delight -Key West.
Heather along with Amy are still trying to get along with the grouchy, Mr. Rankles. He is still trying to sabotage the donut shop as Heather and Amy try to solve another murder. This is a good story. I love the antics that go on.
Heather along with Amy are still trying to get along with the grouchy, Mr. Rankles. He is still trying to sabotage the donut shop as Heather and Amy try to solve another murder. This is a good story. I love the antics that go on.
January 12, 2018
We got to meet a few more standard characters. I enjoyed how we got to get some character development with the new characters.
This mystery was a little tricky, but if you notice some clues and have random knowledge about gambling, it's quite simple to figure out. I do enjoy the trick that was used in this book to add some dimension to the case.
This was a fun little read.
This mystery was a little tricky, but if you notice some clues and have random knowledge about gambling, it's quite simple to figure out. I do enjoy the trick that was used in this book to add some dimension to the case.
This was a fun little read.
September 30, 2017
Sad story.
I love the family being in key West. It was a sad story. Even though the ending turned out very well. I have have stated before there are many misspellings and grammatical errors.
I love the family being in key West. It was a sad story. Even though the ending turned out very well. I have have stated before there are many misspellings and grammatical errors.
October 5, 2017
Donut Delights!
I love this new series based on an old series with the same characters. Heather, Amy and the gang have moved to Key West. With old friends and new they continue to solve crimes and make donuts. The only issue is some typos.
I love this new series based on an old series with the same characters. Heather, Amy and the gang have moved to Key West. With old friends and new they continue to solve crimes and make donuts. The only issue is some typos.
November 25, 2018
Heather and Amy find themselves in a puzzling murder that seems to point one way, but like anything in life, things aren't always as they seem. Who did it? Find out as the girls fight Mr. Rankle in a quest to get their new donut shop off the ground!
June 9, 2023
I was only a few pages into this book when I stopped reading. The writing style seemed very simplistic to me and not very descriptive. I bet this series is really fun for a lot of people, but it's not for me.
September 28, 2017
Tres Leches
Another great book with Heather and the gang. You never know what lies around the corner for them. Cannot wait to see what happens with Ryan in the near future.
Another great book with Heather and the gang. You never know what lies around the corner for them. Cannot wait to see what happens with Ryan in the near future.
September 30, 2017
Tres Leches and Murder
This is an excellent series. The storylines are good and it keeps you guessing until the end. This is a must read.
This is an excellent series. The storylines are good and it keeps you guessing until the end. This is a must read.
October 11, 2017
Entertaining
Light reading on the go. You could put down if interrupted and not feel an urgent need to resume. Ok book
Light reading on the go. You could put down if interrupted and not feel an urgent need to resume. Ok book
April 16, 2018
A delicious murder mystery
I really like the characters and how they are reacting to the new area that they have moved to I
I really like the characters and how they are reacting to the new area that they have moved to I
September 24, 2017
Donut Delights-Key West is finally having their grand opening. On opening day business is not exactly as good as Heather had hoped it would be. One of the neighbor shop owners is making customers stay away.
Heather and Amy get asked to help with a murder investigation. Lots of new adventures to be had in Key West. Love the new setting and characters coming into the stories.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
Heather and Amy get asked to help with a murder investigation. Lots of new adventures to be had in Key West. Love the new setting and characters coming into the stories.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
September 23, 2017
Donut Delights-Key West is finally open for business, but thanks to an interfering neighboring store owner, business isn't great. When a murder occurs involving a customer, Heather and Amy are off to pursue the killer. I am loving learning more about Key West. It makes me wish I was there,
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
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