Die Versetzung in eine Kleinstadt ist für die Bostoner Mordkommissarin Lizzie Snow keine Beförderung. Doch sie hat private Gründe, den Job im einsamen Norden anzunehmen: Ihre Nichte, die vor Jahren spurlos verschwand, soll dort gesehen worden sein. Während der eisige Winter hereinbricht und Maine im Schnee versinkt, macht Lizzie sich auf die Suche – nicht ahnend, dass in den dunklen Wäldern Ungeheuerliches auf sie wartet.
Lizzie Snow von der Mordkommission Maine steht vor einer Herausforderung, als die vermisste Tara mit einem alten Verbrechen verknüpft wird. Ein entkommener Entführer hält sich in den Wäldern von Bearkill auf. Während Lizzie nach Tara und dem Psychopathen sucht, breitet sich ein verheerender Waldbrand aus.
Set against the backdrop of home repair and mystery, the story follows Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree, a clever and outspoken protagonist. Her previous career as a financial manager leads to peril when a vengeful son targets her for his father's death, which stemmed from a denied loan. As Jake navigates threats to her life, she must employ her resourcefulness not only to fix her home but also to survive the deadly consequences of her past decisions. The blend of DIY skills and suspense creates a captivating narrative.
Jake and Ellie are taking a break from perfecting their chocolate pizza recipe to cater a housewarming party hosted by movie icon Ingrid Merryfield. Miss Merryfield is famous for her old-Hollywood glamour. Her new home, Cliff House, has a reputation too -- for being haunted. But she isn't concerned, and some of her guests even try to summon a spirit during the party, using a Ouija board. What arrives instead is a freak autumn storm that downs an ancient tree, trapping everyone on the property and setting the stage for a killer's planned spree.
In the fourth installment of Sarah Graves' luscious Death by Chocolate Mystery series set in the quirky town of Eastport, Maine and starring Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree and candy chef Ellie White as they manage a watershop shop specializing in chocolate, a snickerdoodle baking competition is underway in Eastport but Jake and Ellie didn't count on competing with murder as well... When Eastport's meanest man gets done in with a pruning hatchet, his good-hearted young yard worker is credibly but incorrectly charged with his murder, and Jake & Ellie must clear the youth before his orphaned teen-age sisters, who are in his care and who both have active, athletic jobs on a fishing boat, get bullied by their evil aunt out of the chance to buy their own vessel and start successful, independent lives for themselves. Meanwhile Jake and Ellie are also developing a chocolate snickerdoodle cookie recipe for the town-wide cookie baking competition. Can they crack the case while also cracking the top spot in the competition?
The arrival of a bestselling true-crime author in Eastport, Maine, reignites interest in the infamous Dodd murders, stirring unease in the small town. Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree, initially focused on home renovations, finds herself drawn into a dangerous investigation that exposes long-buried secrets and unresolved tensions. As the past resurfaces, Jake must confront the threats lurking in her community, realizing that danger may be closer than she ever anticipated.
Set against the backdrop of a lively pirate festival, bakeshop owners Jacobia Jake Tiptree and her friend Ellie White anticipate a bustling baking season. However, their plans take a dark turn when they become embroiled in a murder investigation following the death of a prominent food writer and TV personality. As they delve into the mystery, they must navigate the complexities of their small town and uncover the truth behind the crime.
Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree is a skilled home repair enthusiast and an adept crime solver in the small town of Eastport, Maine. Her talents are put to the test when a shocking murder occurs, putting her in the crosshairs of danger. As she navigates the challenges of both home improvement and criminal investigation, Jake must use her skills to uncover the truth and avoid becoming the next victim.
In a gripping tale of revenge and justice, a resourceful protagonist takes matters into their own hands to confront a local thug terrorizing their small town. As they devise a series of ingenious and often dangerous plans, the story explores themes of morality, the consequences of vigilantism, and the lengths one will go to protect their community. The narrative promises suspenseful twists and a deep dive into the psyche of both the vigilante and the villain, ultimately questioning what it means to be a hero.
In Eastport, Maine, Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree swaps her high-powered career for a fixer-upper, only to discover that her dream home harbors dark secrets. As she immerses herself in renovations, she finds herself entangled in a murder mystery that disrupts her peaceful life. The story blends elements of DIY enthusiasm with suspense, showcasing how even the most idyllic settings can conceal danger.