Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery

A Crumble of Chaos is the eleventh book in the Cafe Crimes series-a clean culinary cozy mystery featuring amateur sleuth and former true-crime podcaster Parker Hayes in the charming small town of Magnolia Grove. Every August, the town's biggest motorcycle rally brings chrome, leather jackets and a whole lot of noise. Between managing Hazel's conspiracies, Whit's podcast production and serving Peachy Keen Lattes, Parker Hayes already has her hands full. But when a beloved biker nearly dies in a suspicious crash, Parker's plans for low-stress crumble fast. Everyone says it was a freak accident. Parker's gut says otherwise. As the peach crumble cools and the engines roar, Parker, her loyal dog Major, Whit, and friends dig into the truth behind the "accident." The deeper she goes, the more she realizes Magnolia Grove's latest chaos isn't about rival bikers or rowdy tourists-it's about family, fear and a secret someone would do anything to keep buried. A Crumble of Chaos is a cozy mystery filled with secrets, twisty red herrings and the reminder that sometimes, the toughest battles aren't fought on the open road-but in the quiet moments when you decide to fight for the people you love. THE CAFE CRIMES SERIES ORDER: Start your journey in Magnolia Grove with A Shot of Scandal (Book 1), then continue the adventure with A Drizzle of Danger (Book 2) and A Blend of Betrayal (Book 3). This is an ongoing mystery series, with new adventures in Magnolia Grove released regularly-so be sure to visit the Cafe Crimes Series Page for the latest updates! All books in the series can be read as standalones. Perfect for fans of: Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander, and Laura Childs. Featuring favorite tropes: Small-town Southern charm Amateur sleuth (Former true-crime podcaster) Culinary cozy (Coffee shop setting) Clean & wholesome mystery (No gore/profanity) Quirky animal sidekick Love the small-town charm of Magnolia Grove? Head to the coast for more mystery in Simone Stier's Cape Fear Bookshop Mysteries, starting with Stacked in Suspicion.

A Dusting of Doubt is the twelfth book in the Cafe Crimes series-a clean culinary cozy mystery featuring amateur sleuth and former true-crime podcaster Parker Hayes in the charming small town of Magnolia Grove. Parker Hayes thought she could handle the cozy chaos-back-to-school season, Maggie's wedding, Whit's history podcast and Hazel and Renee's dessert rivalry. But when Chief Buck Tucker asks her to help solve a fifteen-year-old cold case, her peace crumbles like a day old donut. Beloved photography teacher Rainey Bishop vanished without a trace. Now her remains have been found, and her grandmother believes Parker's true-crime instincts can uncover the truth the town has tried to bury. As Parker and her loyal dog Major dig through dusty yearbooks, tangled timelines and long-held secrets, she finds herself at the center of a mystery that refuses to stay cold-and a town that would rather forget. A Dusting of Doubt is a Southern cozy mystery dusted with crisp fall leaves, baking rivalries, buried secrets and one cafe owner who won't stop until justice is served-preferably with coffee and a fresh Apple Dabble donut on the side. THE CAFE CRIMES SERIES ORDER: Start your journey in Magnolia Grove with A Shot of Scandal (Book 1), then continue the adventure with A Drizzle of Danger (Book 2) and A Blend of Betrayal (Book 3). This is an ongoing mystery series, with new adventures in Magnolia Grove released regularly-so be sure to visit the Cafe Crimes Series Page for the latest updates! All books in the series can be read as standalones. Perfect for fans of: Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander, and Laura Childs. Featuring favorite tropes: Small-town Southern charm Amateur sleuth (Former true-crime podcaster) Culinary cozy (Coffee shop setting) Clean & wholesome mystery (No gore/profanity) Quirky animal sidekick Love the small-town charm of Magnolia Grove? Head to the coast for more mystery in Simone Stier's Cape Fear Bookshop Mysteries, starting with Stacked in Suspicion.

A Twist of Trouble is the thirteenth book in the Cafe Crimes series-a clean culinary cozy mystery featuring amateur sleuth and former true-crime podcaster Parker Hayes in the charming small town of Magnolia Grove. Parker Hayes figured her October would be filled with ghost tours, pumpkin spice lattes and Hazel's over-the-top Halloween pranks. But when a so-called haunting at the abandoned Atmore Manor ends with the shocking discovery of a body, Parker is pulled into a mystery darker than any ghost story. Legends of the long-lost Atmore family swirl with whispers of roses left on graves, flickering lights in empty rooms and shadows moving where no one should be. But Parker suspects the real danger isn't supernatural-it's flesh and blood. As storm clouds gather, Parker, her brave dog Major, and the ever-reliable Whit mustuntangle town gossip, family secrets and a twist that turns faster than she ever imagined. And when the truth comes to light, she'll learn that some ghosts don't rest quietly. A Twist of Trouble is a Southern cozy mystery steeped in spooky chills, small-town secrets and one cafe owner determined to unmask the truth-served up with pumpkin spice lattes and humor. THE CAFE CRIMES SERIES ORDER: Start your journey in Magnolia Grove with A Shot of Scandal (Book 1), then continue the adventure with A Drizzle of Danger (Book 2) and A Blend of Betrayal (Book 3). This is an ongoing mystery series, with new adventures in Magnolia Grove released regularly-so be sure to visit the Cafe Crimes Series Page for the latest updates! All books in the series can be read as standalones. Perfect for fans of: Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander, and Laura Childs. Featuring favorite tropes: Small-town Southern charm Amateur sleuth (Former true-crime podcaster) Culinary cozy (Coffee shop setting) Clean & wholesome mystery (No gore/profanity) Quirky animal sidekick Love the small-town charm of Magnolia Grove? Head to the coast for more mystery in Simone Stier's Cape Fear Bookshop Mysteries, starting with Stacked in Suspicion.

A Dollop of Disaster is the fourteenth book in the Cafe Crimes series-a clean culinary cozy mystery featuring amateur sleuth and former true-crime podcaster Parker Hayes in the charming small town of Magnolia Grove. Parker Hayes was ready for a peaceful Thanksgiving in her small Southern town-serving lattes, cheering on the parade and staying clear of drama. But when one of the town's prized floats goes up in flames, the season of gratitude turns into a season of suspicion. Now Parker's juggling pumpkin spice lattes, pre-parade chaos and a town full of old grudges ready to reignite. Between float rivalries, hidden motives and managing Major's excitement during the parade preparations, Parker and the ever-reliable Whit must uncover who's behind the firestorm before Magnolia Grove's holiday spirit goes up in smoke. A Dollop of Disaster is a charming Southern cozy mystery filled with humor, small-town secrets and a generous helping of holiday fun-best enjoyed with coffee, pumpkin pie and a side of suspense. THE CAFE CRIMES SERIES ORDER: Start your journey in Magnolia Grove with A Shot of Scandal (Book 1), then continue the adventure with A Drizzle of Danger (Book 2) and A Blend of Betrayal (Book 3). This is an ongoing mystery series, with new adventures in Magnolia Grove released regularly-so be sure to visit the Cafe Crimes Series Page for the latest updates! All books in the series can be read as standalones. Perfect for fans of: Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander, and Laura Childs. Featuring favorite tropes: Small-town Southern charm Amateur sleuth (Former true-crime podcaster) Culinary cozy (Coffee shop setting) Clean & wholesome mystery (No gore/profanity) Quirky animal sidekick Love the small-town charm of Magnolia Grove? Head to the coast for more mystery in Simone Stier's Cape Fear Bookshop Mysteries, starting with Stacked in Suspicion.

A Whisk of Woes is the fifteenth book in the Cafe Crimes series-a clean culinary cozy mystery featuring amateur sleuth and former true-crime podcaster Parker Hayes in the charming small town of Magnolia Grove. Parker Hayes expects a dreamy holiday escape when she and some of the Magnolia Grove crew head to Chateau Moore for a luxurious winter weekend. The chateau is the picture of a winter wonderland with garlands and music, crackling fires and twinkling lights. But when a body is discovered frozen in the hedge maze, the festive plans take a frosty turn. Snow begins to fall, a blizzard slams the estate shut, and Parker, Hazel, Whit, and her ever-alert dog Major start to realize everyone might be trapped inside the chateau with a killer. With time running out and no help on the way, Parker must untangle a web of secrets hidden behind holiday cheer. What she uncovers is more shocking than any gift under the tree. A Whisk of Woes is a Southern cozy mystery filled with Christmas sparkle, snowy suspense and one cafe owner determined to solve a deadly holiday puzzle-served up with gingerbread, sharp wit and sleuthing in style. THE CAFE CRIMES SERIES ORDER: Start your journey in Magnolia Grove with A Shot of Scandal (Book 1), then continue the adventure with A Drizzle of Danger (Book 2) and A Blend of Betrayal (Book 3). This is an ongoing mystery series, with new adventures in Magnolia Grove released regularly-so be sure to visit the Cafe Crimes Series Page for the latest updates! All books in the series can be read as standalones. Perfect for fans of: Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander, and Laura Childs. Featuring favorite tropes: Small-town Southern charm Amateur sleuth (Former true-crime podcaster) Culinary cozy (Coffee shop setting) Clean & wholesome mystery (No gore/profanity) Quirky animal sidekick Love the small-town charm of Magnolia Grove? Head to the coast for more mystery in Simone Stier's Cape Fear Bookshop Mysteries, starting with Stacked in Suspicion.

A Cup of Crime is the sixteenth book in the Cafe Crimes series-a clean culinary cozy mystery featuring amateur sleuth and former true-crime podcaster Parker Hayes in the charming small town of Magnolia Grove. Parker Hayes is determined to start the year right. With No-Junk January in full swing, gym passes collecting dust and her relationship with Whit still making her smile, she's ready to focus on her cafe, her community and a calmer life. But calm doesn't last long in Magnolia Grove. When a new personal trainer is found dead at Baxter's Blue Ridge Bootcamp, the police are quick to chalk it up to a tragic accident. Parker's instincts disagree … and the town's newest detective seems a little too eager to wrap the case with a bow. As gossip spreads and suspicion tightens around the gym owner, Parker can't stand by while a good man becomes the convenient answer. Enlisting the help of her ever-faithful dog Major and her partner-in-sleuthing Whit, she begins to connect the dots between a growing list of suspects hiding behind "good intentions." Parker will have to move fast-before the killer slips away for good. A Cup of Crime is a Southern cozy mystery filled with New Year hope, small-town drama and one cafe owner who keeps stumbling into trouble-served up with matcha lattes, sharp wit, and a deadly twist. THE CAFE CRIMES SERIES ORDER: Start your journey in Magnolia Grove with A Shot of Scandal (Book 1), then continue the adventure with A Drizzle of Danger (Book 2) and A Blend of Betrayal (Book 3). This is an ongoing mystery series, with new adventures in Magnolia Grove released regularly-so be sure to visit the Cafe Crimes Series Page for the latest updates! All books in the series can be read as standalones. Perfect for fans of: Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander, and Laura Childs. Featuring favorite tropes: Small-town Southern charm Amateur sleuth (Former true-crime podcaster) Culinary cozy (Coffee shop setting) Clean & wholesome mystery (No gore/profanity) Quirky animal sidekick Love the small-town charm of Magnolia Grove? Head to the coast for more mystery in Simone Stier's Cape Fear Bookshop Mysteries, starting with Stacked in Suspicion.

A Steep of Suspicion is the seventeenth book in the Cafe Crimes series-a clean culinary cozy mystery featuring amateur sleuth and former true-crime podcaster Parker Hayes in the charming small town of Magnolia Grove. Parker Hayes is ready for a week of movie magic, packed crowds and film-festival buzz at Catch You Latte. But when a shocking incident rocks the Magnolia Grove Film Festival, the official story doesn't sit right. Not with Parker's instincts. Not with the whispers she keeps catching between screenings. And definitely not with the way a few familiar faces seem a little too eager to control the narrative. With tension brewing and reputations on the line, Parker, Hazel, Whit and, of course, Major, start tugging at loose threads to uncover secrets that never made it into the script. If she can't connect the dots before the final credits roll, the killer will disappear into the crowd for good. A Steep of Suspicion is a Southern cozy mystery filled with small-town drama, festival chaos and one cafe owner who keeps stumbling into trouble-served up with lattes, sharp wit and a twist you won't see coming. THE CAFE CRIMES SERIES ORDER: Start your journey in Magnolia Grove with A Shot of Scandal (Book 1), then continue the adventure with A Drizzle of Danger (Book 2) and A Blend of Betrayal (Book 3). This is an ongoing mystery series, with new adventures in Magnolia Grove released regularly-so be sure to visit the Cafe Crimes Series Page for the latest updates! All books in the series can be read as standalones. Perfect for fans of: Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander, and Laura Childs. Featuring favorite tropes: Small-town Southern charm Amateur sleuth (Former true-crime podcaster) Culinary cozy (Coffee shop setting) Clean & wholesome mystery (No gore/profanity) Quirky animal sidekick Love the small-town charm of Magnolia Grove? Head to the coast for more mystery in Simone Stier's Cape Fear Bookshop Mysteries, starting with Stacked in Suspicion.

When a young woman collapses at a local gathering and a mysterious illness starts sweeping through Magnolia Grove, the official explanations don't add up. Not with Parker Hayes's instincts-and certainly not with the Garden Club sounding a frantic alarm. As rumors multiply and paranoia turns neighbor against neighbor, Parker starts pulling at threads some people would rather keep tangled. But the more answers she finds, the deeper the confusion grows, and the rising panic makes it nearly impossible to see the truth clearly. With Whit by her side and Major never far behind, Parker digs into a case tangled with fear, suspicion and secrets no one wants exposed. And in a town already on edge, uncovering the truth may be the only way to stop the chaos from spreading even further. In Magnolia Grove, panic can pour faster than facts. A Pour of Panic is the eighteenth book in the Cafe Crimes series-a clean culinary cozy mystery featuring amateur sleuth Parker Hayes. If you love cozy mysteries with: Small-town Southern atmosphere Former true-crime podcaster turned amateur sleuth Coffee shop setting Clean read-no gore Found family and small-town gossip … then the Cafe Crimes series is for you. Perfect for fans of Cleo Coyle, Tonya Kappes, Ellie Alexander and Laura Childs. The Cafe Crimes Reading Order: A Shot of Scandal A Drizzle of Danger A Blend of Betrayal See the series page for the complete reading order. Each book works as a standalone. Love Magnolia Grove? Try Simone Stier's Cape Fear Bookshop Mysteries starting with Stacked in Suspicion for coastal cozy sleuthing.

Magnolia Grove's big music night was supposed to be a celebration. Instead, Parker Hayes gets a front-row seat to murder. When Magnolia Grove launches its new Shindig in the Square with live music, string lights and two returning performers, Parker Hayes is expecting a fun night-not a body in the middle of the performance. With gossip flying and old secrets resurfacing, Parker starts digging into the lives behind the applause. The deeper she gets, the clearer it becomes: this wasn't a random tragedy. Someone in Magnolia Grove knew exactly how the night would unfold-and they're counting on the chaos to keep the truth buried. In Magnolia Grove, even a night of music can come with a grind of guilt. A Grind of Guilt is a witty Southern cozy mystery with coffee shop charm, small-town secrets and a sharp amateur sleuth with a true-crime past. Perfect for fans of Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander and Tonya Kappes. All books in the series can be read as standalones.

Mischief is bubbling beneath the surface in Magnolia Grove... Parker Hayes is ready to brew up a winning season at Catch You Latte, serving up Spring Fling Lattes and zesty lemon tarts. But when a beloved town fixture vanishes just days before a celebration, leaving behind a cryptic note. Parker's coffee break turns into a high-stakes hunt for answers. With a secret manuscript, shady dealings at the Dollar Dash and an author duo acting strange, Parker's sleuthing skills are put to the test. But the deeper she digs, the more tangled the clues become until an unexpected twist turns Magnolia Grove upside down. Parker must crack the case before Magnolia Grove's biggest party becomes yet another crime scene. A Dash of Deceit is a delightful cozy mystery filled with Southern charm, twisty secrets and a caffeine-fueled amateur sleuth you won't forget. Grab your favorite mug and settle in, this mystery is served best with a side of intrigue! All books in the series can be read as standalones. The Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery Series A Shot of Scandal A Drizzle of Danger A Blend of Betrayal A Measure of Mayhem A Sprinkle of Secrets A Hint of Homicide A Dash of Deceit A Pinch of Peril A Brew of Blunders A Roast of Revenge A Crumble of Chaos A Dusting of Doubt A Twist of Trouble A Dollop of Disaster A Whisk of Woes Also coming to the Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery Series: A Cup of Crime A Steep of Suspicion A Pour of Panic A Grind of Guilt A Splash of Suspense A Latte of Lies A Teaspoon of Terror A Swirl of Shadows A Mocha of Murder.

Tucked away in Magnolia Grove is a town full of strong coffee, nosy neighbors and locals who start feeling like friends from the very first chapter. Former true-crime podcaster Parker Hayes moves to Magnolia Grove for a quieter life and a fresh start with her new cafe, Catch You Latte. But when a high-society gala at the Beauregard Mansion ends in murder and the theft of the priceless Magnolia Rose necklace, her plans for peace go right out the window. With her cafe still under construction and the town buzzing, Parker is pulled back into the world she tried to leave behind. If she wants her new life to survive, she'll have to sift through small-town secrets and catch a killer before the trail goes cold. Pour yourself a cup of intrigue with A Shot of Scandal, the first brew in the Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery series, where the coffee is hot, the clues are twisty and the community is as addictive as the mystery.

Spring's brewing more than just blissful lattes in Magnolia Grove … Parker Hayes is trying to keep things perky at Catch You Latte with Blueberry Bliss lattes and a firm commitment to staying out of trouble. But when a mysterious note is found hidden inside an old jewelry box from the Winslow estate sale, Parker's plans for a quiet season get tamped down. When she shows up at the Winslow manor to ask a few questions, she finds a dead body, and Deputy Colton Watkins, just shy of retirement, standing over it. Suddenly, Parker's swept into a tangled brew of family secrets, long-buried betrayals and an increasingly hostile State Bureau investigator who warns her to stay far, far away. Meanwhile, anonymous texts start trickling in. Eerily familiar ones. Her old stalker, the reason she abandoned her podcast and city life, might not be as far behind her as she thought. As Parker digs into the past and present suspects, from resentful heirs and jilted friendships to a bitter barbershop owner, things only grow more dangerous. Is the murder tied to the mysterious note, or is someone using old wounds to cover up new crimes? With a town full of eccentric suspects and one truly disturbing admirer, Parker must outwit a killer before this mystery turns into a double shot of danger. A Pinch of Peril is a charming and chilling cozy mystery filled with Southern flavor, slow-burn suspense and a sleuth who just can't seem to quit. Cozy up with your favorite brew, this one's got a kick.

Summer's sizzling in Magnolia Grove, and this year's Barbecue Bash is serving up more than just smoked brisket and bluegrass. Parker Hayes thought she could handle the heat, until reality show chaos rolls into town along with the swaggering Blackwell brothers. Between feeding caffeine to half the county, dodging cameras in her cafe and watching Hazel get starry-eyed over her new production gig, Parker's feeling more charred than a forgotten pork chop. When one of the Blackwells ends up dead, and someone's trying to skewer Parker's dear friend Clyde for the crime, Parker starts poking around for the truth. Because if there's one thing she's learned, it's that she can always smoke out the secrets in Magnolia Grove. A Roast of Revenge is a cozy mystery cooked low and slow with juicy secrets, bold suspects and a sleuth who won't rest until justice is served, preferably with a side of Texas sheet cake.

In Magnolia Grove, the race for mayor is heating up … and someone just turned it deadly. The town is buzzing about three things: the upcoming election, the grand opening of the historic underground tunnel tours and a shiny new coffee bar opening right across from Parker Hayes's cozy cafe Catch You Latte. The whole town seems excited about the competition. Parker? Not so much. When a promotional event in the tunnels ends with a tragedy, everyone is ready to call it an accident. But as questions pile up, whispers of murder start spreading through town. Worse, the police zero in on Parker's closest friend at city hall as their prime suspect. To clear her friend's name and keep her own doors open, Parker starts digging into old grudges, backroom deals and a revenge scheme that's been brewing for years. With rival baristas, political enemies and everyone hiding pieces of the truth, she has to sift through the lies before the killer strikes again. Pour yourself a cup of intrigue with A Hint of Homicide, a cozy mystery full of frothy lattes, small town secrets and twists that keep you turning pages late into the night.

In Magnolia Grove, love is in the air, and so are dangerous secrets. Parker Hayes has finally found her rhythm at Catch You Latte, her cozy cafe known for frothy lattes and sweet treats. Engagement season has the whole town swooning, and Parker is happy to keep the romance fueled with extra espresso and buttercream. But when a glamorous engagement party goes wrong, Magnolia Grove's fairy-tale mood shatters. Whispers of murder ripple through town, and someone close to Parker is suddenly caught in the middle. As Parker starts asking questions, she uncovers jealousies, broken promises and secrets some folks would do anything to keep buried. With her parents moving to town sooner than planned, cookie orders piling up and a killer desperate to stay hidden, Parker has her hands full. She'll have to sift through the lies fast before Magnolia Grove's cozy charm is shattered for good. Pour yourself a sweet escape with A Sprinkle of Secrets, a cozy mystery filled with love, small town secrets and just enough danger to keep you turning pages late into the night.

Serving up small-town intrigue with a heaping side of mayhem. Winter in Magnolia Grove means snowy streets, local cheer and … a feud so frosty it could rival the weather. When a Polar Plunge at the annual Frost Fest ends in murder, suspicion falls on the ambitious (and some might say, cutthroat) owner of Feta & Friends. Parker Hayes, part-time sleuth and full-time coffee fanatic, isn't convinced the case is as simple as it looks. Armed with a double shot of determination and her signature wit, Parker begins to uncover a tangled web of grudges, shady property deals and small-town secrets, all brewing just beneath the surface. Can Parker and her friends untangle the truth, catch a killer and still manage serving specialty drinks at Catch You Latte? Or will her sleuthing land her on thin ice with a cold-hearted criminal? Pour yourself a cup of intrigue. A Measure of Mayhem will keep you guessing until the very last page with its quirky characters, twisty turns and delicious small-town drama. A Measure of Mayhem is the fourth book in the Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery series, a delightful blend of mystery, mayhem and murder perfect for fans of small-town secrets, amateur sleuths and steaming cups of coffee.

Summer's heating up in Magnolia Grove, and the town's local theater is stealing the spotlight. Opening night of Murder by the Decades was supposed to be a triumph. Instead, it ends in real tragedy, and Parker Hayes finds herself once again pulled into a mystery with more twists than a pretzel at intermission. First, the cafe's AC gives out. Then her apartment flunks inspection. Now she's crashing with Nellie Pritchett, whose house rules are longer than a Broadway playbill. But when the historic theater is threatened with closure, Parker dives into the investigation, questioning dramatic divas, frazzled crew members and one suspiciously calm playwright. Because in this production, the drama isn't confined to the stage. A Brew of Blunders is a charming, clue-filled cozy mystery with theatrical flair, eccentric suspects and one feisty sleuth who won't let the curtain fall on justice.

Murder is brewing in Magnolia Grove... All Parker Hayes wanted was a fresh start, serving up frothy lattes and decadent desserts at her charming new cafe, Catch You Latte. But just as she's perfecting her caramel drizzle, her grand opening takes a bitter turn when a face from her past turns up dead right behind the cafe. Suddenly, Parker's at the center of town gossip and the prime suspect. Dodging murder accusations was definitely not part of her business plan. Then an ominous text turns everything upside down, and the clues start pointing to one of Magnolia Grove's most upstanding citizens. With a sheriff out to get her, colorful locals keeping her on her toes and clues that lead everywhere but make no sense, Parker will need more than a strong cup of coffee to clear her name. Can she solve the case before this drizzle of danger spoils her shot at a fresh start? A Drizzle of Danger is the perfect cozy mystery, filled with small-town charm, quirky characters and twists that will keep you guessing. Grab a mug and join Parker on her journeys a recipe for fun, intrigue and the coziest of crimes.