Jessica Beck

Meet Suzanne Hart, owner and operator of Donut Hearts coffee shop in April Springs, North Carolina. After her divorce from Max, an out-of-work actor she's dubbed "The Great Impersonator," Suzanne decided to pursue her one true passion in life: donuts. So she cashed in her settlement and opened up shop in the heart of her beloved hometown. But when a dead body is dumped on her doorstep like a sack of flour, Suzanne's cozy little shop becomes an all-out crime scene. Now, everyone in town is dropping by for glazed donuts and gruesome details. The retired sheriff warns her to be careful—and they're all suspects. Soon Suzanne—who finds snooping as irresistible as donuts—is poking holes in everyone's alibis...

A Donut Shop Mystery

Glazed Murder

When a mysterious stranger buys a whole box of heavily iced crullers, throws them at her friend Gabby's storefront next door, and then winds up dead, Suzanne Hart, the owner of April Springs' only donut shop, must bring a sickly sweet killer to justice. Original.

Killer Crullers

When one of her regular customers goes missing, her ex-husband disappears and she finds a corpse in the park, donut shop owner Suzanne Hart soon discovers that donut-making can be a dangerous business. Original. 135,000 first printing.

Tragic Toppings

When a local busybody meets her maker after eating one of Suzanne's famous donuts, donut shop owner Suzanne Hart, with everyone thinking the worst of her, must clear her name with the help of her ex-husband Max and police inspector Jake Bishop. Original.

Fatally Frosted

When local radio jockey Lester Moorefield labels her a "killer" due to her delectable sweet treats, donut shop owner Suzanne Hart also becomes labeled a murderer when Lester is found dead, stuffed with one of her eclairs. Original.

Evil Eclairs

“A yummy new treat in the culinary mystery genre.” Tamar Myers, author of Death of a Rug Lord and The Cane Mystery. “If you like donuts, you’ll love this mystery.” Leslie Meier, author of the Lucy Stone mysteries. DEADLY DONUTS Book 10 in the Donut Mysteries from New York Times Bestseller Jessica Beck, Author of The Classic Diner Mysteries and The Ghost Cat Mystery Series! ABOUT THE BOOK When a mysterious stranger shows up at Donut Hearts threatening to reveal a deadly secret about Suzanne’s late father, she believes that he’s lying, but when he offers to show her proof that her dad wasn’t who she thought he was, Suzanne realizes that she has to listen. It’s just too bad that the stranger is murdered before he can share what he knows. Suzanne and her mother are the main suspects, but it turns out that there are plenty of other people who wouldn’t mind seeing the stranger dead!

Donut Mystery #10

Deadly Donuts

When Darlene Higgins, her ex-husband's ex-girlfriend, is murdered, and he is suspected of the crime, donut shop owner Suzanne Hart gets mixed up in the investigation as she tries to discover the identity of the real killer.

Sinister Sprinkles

When her mother, who is determined to win the upcoming mayoral election with speeches and donuts, becomes the prime suspect in the murder of her opponent, Suzanne Hart, the owner of Donut Hearts, must fry up some suspects in order to clear her mother's name. Original.

Drop Dead Chocolate

When her best friend Grace is accused of murdering her no-good cheating boyfriend, donut shop owner Suzanne Hart investigates in order to find the real killer.

Powdered Peril

Illegally Iced Jessica Beck Donut shop owner Suzanne Hart knows how to treat her customers. But sometimes life can get a bit sticky. When a spat she has with a local blacksmith—one that could have been solved with a handshake and a mixed dozen—ends with his murder, Suzanne is caught dead in her tracks. Suddenly everyone in April Springs has their eyes on her. And they're hungry with suspicion. Left with little choice but to catch the killer herself, Suzanne starts lining up suspects. But her case is full of holes. How did the killer strike in the middle of the day without a single witness to the crime? Who knew that the humble blacksmith was actually an heir to a family fortune? The heat is on as Suzanne tries to solve the case and save her business. Can she have her cake-donut and eat it too?

Illegally Iced

Wicked Wedding Donuts, Donut Mystery #54 From New York Times Bestselling Author Jessica Beck Not only does Gabby Williams reopen ReNEWed beside Donut Hearts, but she also holds a surprise wedding. The best man couldn’t make it due to a car accident, and soon after the nuptials, the groom is struck down with poison. Suzanne and Grace must figure out what really happened before their friend becomes either the number-one suspect in the poisoning, or maybe even the next victim! Praise for the Donut Shop Mysteries by Jessica Beck "A delight. Suzanne Hart is a lovable amateur sleuth who has a hilariously protective mother "and" great donut recipes! Readers will have a blast with this book." --Diane Mott Davidson, "New York Times" bestselling author of "Fatally Flaky" "A tribute to comfort food and to the comfort of small town life. With great donut recipes!" --JoAnna Carl, author of "The Chocolate Cupid Killings" "If you like donuts--and who doesn't?--you'll love this mystery. It's like a trip to your favorite coffee shop, but without the calories!" --Leslie Meier, author of the Lucy Stone mysteries "New Year's Eve Murder" and "Wedding Day Murder" "The perfect comfort read: a delicious murder, a likeable heroine, quirky Southern characters--and donut recipes!" --Rhys Bowen, Agatha and Anthony award-winning author of the Molly Murphy and Royal Spyness mysteries "A yummy new treat in the culinary mystery genre. Skillfully weaving donut recipes throughout a well-plotted story, the author proves that life after divorce can be sweet; all you need are good friends, your own business, and comfort food. Delicious!" --Tamar Myers, author of "Death of a Rug Lord "and "The Cane Mutiny" "A sugary concoction that provides readers a glimpse through the donut hole of living in a small town." --Harriet Klausner, "Genre Go Round Reviews" "Along with the hilarious plot, author Jessica Beck treats the readers to a few recipes strategically placed within the novel. "Sinister Sprinkles" will keep you guessing until the very end." --"The Mystery Librarian Recipes included!

Wicked Wedding Donuts

A Burned Out Baker

A BAKED HAM Book 4 in the Classic Diner Mystery Series from New York Times Bestseller Jessica Beck, Author of The Donut Shop Mysteries and The Ghost Cat Mystery Series! ABOUT THE BOOK When a local actor is killed after making a pass at Moose’s wife, Victoria and her family must find the culprit before Moose is locked up for murder. It’s not going to be easy though, because Benny Booth had a real talent for making enemies! Recipes for Real Diner Comfort Food Included!

The Classic Diner Mysteries

A Baked Ham

"Husband and wife team Gred and Victoria run the Charming Moose Diner ... When a stranger shows up one day and tells them he owns the land the diner was built on, there's a scrapble to dig up secrets from the past that lead to murder in the present"--Page 4 of cover.

A Chili Death

A KILLER CAKE, Book 3 in the Classic Diner Mystery Series from New York Times Bestselling Author Jessica Beck! When local businessman Roy Thompson dies after eating a piece of cake from The Charming Moose Diner, Victoria and her grandfather, Moose, must find who poisoned their killer dessert! Recipes for real Diner comfort food are included!

A Killer Cake

New from Jessica Beck, the New York Times Bestselling Author of The Donut Mysteries, The Classic Diner Mysteries, and The Ghost Cat Mysteries. ASSAULT AND BATTER, Book 11 in the Donut Mystery Series! When Emily Hargraves tells Suzanne that she's marrying Max, her ex-husband, Suzanne is happy enough for her, but when Jude Williams, one of Emily's old flames, decides to light the ceremony up, someone decides to extinguish his flame before he can act. Was it Max, the groom-to-be; Peter, his best man; Lisa, the woman Jude had been dating; her jealous husband, Frank; or perhaps it was Reggie Nance, a man who had reasons of his own to want to see Jude dead? Suzanne and Grace must act quickly and solve the murder before someone else ends up missing the reception, permanently.

Assault and Batter

When a waitress’s worthless ex-husband shows up at The Charming Moose Diner out of the blue one day demanding full custody of their children, Victoria knows that trouble can’t be far behind. Soon after the man is murdered, a surprising number of suspects turn up in town, but the sheriff is focusing mainly on Ellen. Victoria and Moose must find the real killer quickly before someone they care about is arrested for murder!

A Bad Egg

Brand New! Donut Mystery #16, BAD BITES, from New York Times Bestselling Author Jessica Beck! When Chief Martin's brother, Chester, is murdered on the day he is supposed to retire, Suzanne's boyfriend, state police inspector Jake Bishop, steps in to take over the case. That doesn't keep Suzanne and Grace from digging into the murder as well, though, and when the three detectives and all of their suspects convene at a lodge in the mountains, just about anything could happen! Praise for the Donut Mysteries by New York Times Bestselling Author Jessica Beck "A delight. Suzanne Hart is a lovable amateur sleuth who has a hilariously protective mother and great donut recipes! Readers will have a blast with this book." --Diane Mott Davidson, New York Times bestselling author of Fatally Flaky "If you like donuts--and who doesn't?--you'll love this mystery. It's like a trip to your favorite coffee shop, but without the calories!" --Leslie Meier, author of the Lucy Stone mysteries New Year's Eve Murder and Wedding Day Murder "The perfect comfort read: a delicious murder, a likeable heroine, quirky Southern characters--and donut recipes!" --Rhys Bowen, Agatha and Anthony award-winning author of the Molly Murphy and Royal Spyness mysteries "A tribute to comfort food and to the comfort of small town life. With great donut recipes!"--JoAnna Carl, author of The Chocolate Cupid Killings "A yummy new treat in the culinary mystery genre. Skillfully weaving donut recipes throughout a well-plotted story, the author proves that life after divorce can be sweet; all you need are good friends, your own business, and comfort food. Delicious!"--Tamar Myers, author of Death of a Rug Lord and The Cane Mutiny "A cleverly plotted cozy mystery with a wonderful small Southern town...Fatally Frosted is a great follow-up to Glazed Murder. Suzanne is a great heroine, Ms. Beck has a sure-fire winner!"--Fresh Fiction "Along with the hilarious plot, author Jessica Beck treats the readers to a few recipes strategically placed within the novel. Sinister Sprinkles will keep you guessing until the very end."--The Mystery Librarian "A sugary concoction that provides readers a glimpse through the donut hole of living in a small town."--Harriet Klausner, Genre Go Round Reviews For more on Jessica Beck, visit www.jessicabeckmysteries.net

Bad Bites

Praise for the Donut Shop Mysteries by Jessica Beck "A delight. Suzanne Hart is a lovable amateur sleuth who has a hilariously protective mother "and" great donut recipes! Readers will have a blast with this book." --Diane Mott Davidson, "New York Times" bestselling author of "Fatally Flaky" "A tribute to comfort food and to the comfort of small town life. With great donut recipes!" --JoAnna Carl, author of "The Chocolate Cupid Killings" "If you like donuts--and who doesn't?--you'll love this mystery. It's like a trip to your favorite coffee shop, but without the calories!" --Leslie Meier, author of the Lucy Stone mysteries "New Year's Eve Murder" and "Wedding Day Murder" "The perfect comfort read: a delicious murder, a likeable heroine, quirky Southern characters--and donut recipes!" --Rhys Bowen, Agatha and Anthony award-winning author of the Molly Murphy and Royal Spyness mysteries "A yummy new treat in the culinary mystery genre. Skillfully weaving donut recipes throughout a well-plotted story, the author proves that life after divorce can be sweet; all you need are good friends, your own business, and comfort food. Delicious!" --Tamar Myers, author of "Death of a Rug Lord "and "The Cane Mutiny" "A sugary concoction that provides readers a glimpse through the donut hole of living in a small town." --Harriet Klausner, "Genre Go Round Reviews" "Along with the hilarious plot, author Jessica Beck treats the readers to a few recipes strategically placed within the novel. "Sinister Sprinkles" will keep you guessing until the very end." --"The Mystery Librarian STICKY STEAL, Donut Mystery #56 From New York Times Bestselling Author Jessica Beck A health inspector wanting payola for a good rating from local restaurants is murdered. He not only failed Suzanne’s donut shop, but also Barton’s new place, Napoli’s Italian restaurant, and others. Suzanne and Grace must find the killer, or everyone could be ruined! Recipes included!

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