A Cornish Recipe for Murder (a.k.a A Body at the Bake Off), is the fifth book in the Nosey Parker Mysteries series. It was fantastic! The main character, Jodie (nicknamed Nosey) is a former police officer, now caterer/chef. In this book she winds up competing in a national bake off contest, where a murder takes place. As her usual nosy self, she tries to stay focused on the multi-day baking events but can’t seem to stay away from investigating the murder. The book was hysterical, just like the others in the series. Her teenage daughter is darling, her mother is an absolute riot, and her little dog is adorable. The pace of the book is great, the descriptions of the different contestants’ food items are wonderful, and the supporting characters are very likeable. The romance aspects are sweet. This was my favorite book in the series as of yet.
I highly recommend this book, and series. Having the lead character be a former copper helps - no silly inexperienced amateur sleuth out making silly/reckless decisions. I really liked that. You'll definitely like Jodie, her sweet preteen daughter, and all the other characters surrounding her. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
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British Baking Roadshow plus Murder equals Cozy Mystery
“A Cornish Recipe for Murder” (Nosy Parker Cozy Mystery #5) by Fiona Leitch. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Genre: Cozy Mystery series. Location: Penstowan, Cornwall, England. Time: Spring in the present.SERIES: Jodie (Nosey) Parker quit her job as a London Police Officer and moved home to Penstowan with her teen daughter. She now owns a small, safe catering business. But murder keeps finding her, and true to her nickname, Jodie gets involved.THIS BOOK: It’s a bake-off mystery! The Best of British Baking Roadshow is in town, set up on the grounds of 15th century Boskern House. Jody is determined to win the contest to get publicity for her catering business. As contestants bake their 1st recipe challenge, the dead body of an unpleasant crew member is found by the creek. Does this mean Jody and Nathan (aka Cornwall’s Dishiest Detective) will work together again to solve a murder? Of course it does!Suspects include:* An unknown baker who wants to win at any cost, including stealing Jody’s white chocolate, unplugging her stove, and salting her custard.* Drag Queen host Barbara Strident, aka Russell Lang, whose on-camera clothes were sabotaged by the deceased.* Indira, production assistant who got the job for the ungrateful deceased.Meanwhile the contest continues and Jody bakes:* Unusual Ingredient: Brownies with sweet potatoes* Technical Challenge: Baumkuchen (many layered sponge and jam cake)* Easter: Hot cross decorated donuts* Showstopper Cake: Rich Cornish FruitcakeUnfortunately the only recipe we get is for the fruitcake.This book is the definition of a great summer read. The writing is funny, the action moves along, there’s a sweet romance, and the characters are enjoyable. Author Leitch has created a cozy mystery series that keeps you wanting more. She manages to keep the book light enough that you don’t get bogged down, yet complex enough to keep you interested. It’s 5 cozy stars from me.🌵📚👩🏼🦳.”
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Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2022
SERIES: Jodie (Nosey) Parker quit her job as a London Police Officer and moved home to Penstowan with her teen daughter. She now owns a small, safe catering business. But murder keeps finding her, and true to her nickname, Jodie gets involved.
THIS BOOK: It’s a bake-off mystery! The Best of British Baking Roadshow is in town, set up on the grounds of 15th century Boskern House. Jody is determined to win the contest to get publicity for her catering business. As contestants bake their 1st recipe challenge, the dead body of an unpleasant crew member is found by the creek. Does this mean Jody and Nathan (aka Cornwall’s Dishiest Detective) will work together again to solve a murder? Of course it does!
Suspects include:
* An unknown baker who wants to win at any cost, including stealing Jody’s white chocolate, unplugging her stove, and salting her custard.
* Drag Queen host Barbara Strident, aka Russell Lang, whose on-camera clothes were sabotaged by the deceased.
* Indira, production assistant who got the job for the ungrateful deceased.
Meanwhile the contest continues and Jody bakes:
* Unusual Ingredient: Brownies with sweet potatoes
* Technical Challenge: Baumkuchen (many layered sponge and jam cake)
* Easter: Hot cross decorated donuts
* Showstopper Cake: Rich Cornish Fruitcake
Unfortunately the only recipe we get is for the fruitcake.
This book is the definition of a great summer read. The writing is funny, the action moves along, there’s a sweet romance, and the characters are enjoyable. Author Leitch has created a cozy mystery series that keeps you wanting more. She manages to keep the book light enough that you don’t get bogged down, yet complex enough to keep you interested. It’s 5 cozy stars from me.🌵📚👩🏼🦳.”
British Baking Roadshow plus Murder equals Cozy Mystery
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2022
“A Cornish Recipe for Murder” (Nosy Parker Cozy Mystery #5) by Fiona Leitch. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Genre: Cozy Mystery series. Location: Penstowan, Cornwall, England. Time: Spring in the present.Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2022
SERIES: Jodie (Nosey) Parker quit her job as a London Police Officer and moved home to Penstowan with her teen daughter. She now owns a small, safe catering business. But murder keeps finding her, and true to her nickname, Jodie gets involved.
THIS BOOK: It’s a bake-off mystery! The Best of British Baking Roadshow is in town, set up on the grounds of 15th century Boskern House. Jody is determined to win the contest to get publicity for her catering business. As contestants bake their 1st recipe challenge, the dead body of an unpleasant crew member is found by the creek. Does this mean Jody and Nathan (aka Cornwall’s Dishiest Detective) will work together again to solve a murder? Of course it does!
Suspects include:
* An unknown baker who wants to win at any cost, including stealing Jody’s white chocolate, unplugging her stove, and salting her custard.
* Drag Queen host Barbara Strident, aka Russell Lang, whose on-camera clothes were sabotaged by the deceased.
* Indira, production assistant who got the job for the ungrateful deceased.
Meanwhile the contest continues and Jody bakes:
* Unusual Ingredient: Brownies with sweet potatoes
* Technical Challenge: Baumkuchen (many layered sponge and jam cake)
* Easter: Hot cross decorated donuts
* Showstopper Cake: Rich Cornish Fruitcake
Unfortunately the only recipe we get is for the fruitcake.
This book is the definition of a great summer read. The writing is funny, the action moves along, there’s a sweet romance, and the characters are enjoyable. Author Leitch has created a cozy mystery series that keeps you wanting more. She manages to keep the book light enough that you don’t get bogged down, yet complex enough to keep you interested. It’s 5 cozy stars from me.🌵📚👩🏼🦳.”
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