Cream Caramel and Murder: 1 (Holly Holmes Cozy Culinary Mystery)

With its stunning turrets and beautiful rose gardens I always thought Audley Castle was perfect set in the idyllic English village of Audley St. Mary. Its a place I love to call home. But behind the trimmed hedgerows stately gardens and birdsong a killer is waiting...After being forced to close my charming café in this quaint little village Im thrilled to get a job in the Audley Castle kitchens making divine treats for visitors and serving the Audley family who live in the castle.The joy fades when I take my beloved dog for his daily walk and he leads us to the body of a family friend Kendal Jakes. Seemingly caught in the act of tampering with evidence by the castles security team I become the number one murder suspect in their investigation. Itll take more than my skills with a piping bag to solve this crisis.As fingers get pointed at me I have no choice but to take matters into my flour-covered hands and clear my name. As I snoop around I discover old rivalry jealousy and long-standing grudges. But who killed Kendal?If Im charged with this crime my friendship with Princess Alice will be over and my blossoming crush on the handsome Lord Rupert will be a distant memory. And he has such a lovely smile. A kitchen assistant and a lord is an impossible dream but every woman deserves a little indulgence.Having mastered the art of creating a perfectly fluffy souffle Im known for my determination to get things right and I wont rest until I uncover the truth about this murder. Even if doing so puts me in the killers line of sight...Cream Caramel and Murder is book one in a complete eight-book culinary mystery series set in an enchanting English paradise. Each cozy mystery features our sleuth Holly Holmes her cute dog Meatball and a cast of quirky villagers.What readers say: I truly loved the characters in this book they were so vivid and fun! The writing was well done and the story was interesting and took a few turns that kept me guessing. Amazon reviewerThis is a charming ever-moving fun read - Jump in and enjoy! Amazon reviewerA great cozy mystery with tradition Lords Ladies a modern baker intrigued with everyone and everything around her and a murderer wanting revenge. This story gives you a little bit of everything! Great characters great writing! Amazon reviewerI Love this series. I cant wait for the next book. The characters are so real and I can just see them in her description. Not your typical upstairs downstairs type of book. Funny and wonderful. Amazon reviewer