Books like A cookie before dying by Virginia Lowell
After a stormy evening in a small town, Olivia Greyson, a cookie cutter shop owner, discovers a dead man inside her store—his body suggests he was struck by a person fleeing from The Vegetable Plate, a local health food shop. Charlene Critch, the shop’s owner, harbors a deep grudge against Olivia’s business. As Olivia and her trusty Yorkie investigate, they must unravel whether Charlene’s feud drives her to murder or if another motive lurks beneath the pastry crumbs.
This cozy detective tale blends baking, best‑friend support, and a compelling mystery, following Olivia’s logical sleuthing and the city’s food scene as the investigation unfolds.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Virginia Lowell
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