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Raspberry Chocolate Murder: A Cozy Murder Mystery (Dolphin Bay Cozy Mystery Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Leena Clover (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 1,848 ratings
College Girl Murder Shocks Beach Town
5 stars - 'A Great New Series.'

A heartwarming cozy mystery series about family, friendship and a crusade for justice.

After suffering back to back personal tragedies, Anna Butler has resolved to pull herself up by the bootstraps and take a second chance at life. Her dream of expanding her bookstore into a cafe is shattered when the local mayor starts a vendetta against her. Anna is accused of murdering her husband! People she has known all her life refuse to give her the time of day.

When an estranged friend calls for help, Anna sets her own troubles aside to help her. Aided by her quirky friends, the Firecrackers, and her daughter, a has-been Hollywood star, Anna goes on a mission to find the truth. Every clue she uncovers points toward the boy until she herself begins to doubt his innocence.

Can Anna solve the murder mystery and find the true killer before it's too late? Meanwhile, the ex-police chief becomes a surprising ally in her quest to exonerate herself.

Raspberry Chocolate Murder is the first juicy mystery in a brand new cozy mystery series set in a small California beach town.

If you like cozy mysteries featuring small beach towns, fearless heroines, yummy food and a dash of romance, you will love the Dolphin Bay Series.

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  1. Book 1 of 9
    Dolphin Bay Cozy Mystery Series
  2. Print length
    239 pages
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    August 2, 2019
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A cozy mystery series with fun characters and plenty of twists and turns
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Amazon All Star author Leena Clover has entertained over half a million readers with her clean cozy mysteries.

Her books are set in small towns with big characters, the kind you will want to be friends with. Heartwarming and full of delicious treats, her books feature strong women and yummy food. Leena brings you fearless amateur sleuths of all ages, highlighting multiple generations.

An avid reader herself, Leena also likes to spend time in the kitchen, trying out new recipes just like her heroines. She loves beaches, chocolate and snoozing in cozy chairs. And yes, hanging out with her girl crew.

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Customers find the book a delightful read with an interesting plot, with one review noting its many twists and turns. The character development receives mixed reactions, with some customers liking them while others find them not very likable. The language receives mixed feedback, with some praising the writing while others mention choppy dialogue.

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43 customers mention "Readability"43 positive0 negative

Customers find the book delightful and great fun to read, keeping them interested throughout.

"...I can now say I love the series. I still don’t understand one person’s attitude but hopefully all will be explained in future books...." Read more

"From the first page, I couldn't stop reading and look forward to reading the next one and getting to know my new friends of Dolphin Bay.." Read more

"...story that had other stories going on within the book that kept it entertaining. The only issue I had was that the finale was so rushed." Read more

"...Character development was a bit shallow. But overall it was a pleasant read and I will read the next one." Read more

38 customers mention "Plot"31 positive7 negative

Customers enjoy the plot of the book, describing it as a good cozy mystery with interesting twists and turns.

"...I like the characters and enjoy the stories and I’ve already made my guesses about the questions left hanging." Read more

"Easy to read print ...enjoyable story" Read more

"...This was a good cozy mystery story that had other stories going on within the book that kept it entertaining...." Read more

"There is soooooo much to love in this story. The mystery was really puzzling, the town controversy and conflict is chilling, but the food is..." Read more

22 customers mention "Character development"15 positive7 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the characters in the book, with some enjoying them while others find them not very likable.

"...I like the characters and enjoy the stories and I’ve already made my guesses about the questions left hanging." Read more

"...by Leena Clover, is a wonderful read revolving around our kick ass protagonist, Anna Butler...." Read more

"...Character development was a bit shallow. But overall it was a pleasant read and I will read the next one." Read more

"The characters are likeable. Can't wait to read number 2 to see what happens next...." Read more

10 customers mention "Language"5 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the language in the book, with some finding it a great and easy read, while others note issues with choppy dialogue.

"Easy to read print ...enjoyable story" Read more

"...did not give it 5 stars: left to many unanswered questions and was a bit wordy. Not answering the question? how did her husband die...." Read more

"...and turns that keep you guessing and best of all no Gore and no bad language!" Read more

"...The story felt disjointed, disconnected, and rambling...." Read more

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  • Pamela Ann Plumer
    5.0 out of 5 stars 𝓘 𝓭𝓸 𝔀𝓪𝓷𝓽 𝓽𝓸 𝓯𝓲𝓷𝓭 𝓸𝓾𝓽 𝓶𝓸𝓻𝓮 𝓪𝓫𝓸𝓾𝓽 𝓽𝓱𝓮𝓼𝓮 𝓬𝓱𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓬𝓽𝓮𝓻𝓼!! 😍😍
    Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2025
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    𝓣𝓱𝓲𝓼 𝔀𝓪𝓼 𝓪 𝓯𝓾𝓷 𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓽𝔀𝓲𝓼𝓽𝔂 𝓬𝓸𝔃𝔂 𝔀𝓱𝓸𝓭𝓾𝓷𝓲𝓽 𝓫𝓾𝓽 𝓲 𝓬𝓪𝓷𝓽 𝓼𝓪𝔂 𝓲 𝔀𝓪𝓼 𝓼𝓾𝓻𝓹𝓻𝓲𝓼𝓮𝓭 𝓪𝓫𝓸𝓾𝓽 𝔀𝓱𝓸 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓴𝓲𝓵𝓵𝓮𝓻 𝔀𝓪𝓼 𝓫𝓾𝓽 𝓲 𝓪𝓵𝓼𝓸 𝓴𝓷𝓮𝔀 𝓲𝓽 𝔀𝓪𝓼𝓷𝓽 𝓬𝓸𝓭𝔂 𝓫𝓾𝓽 𝓽𝓱𝓮𝓻𝓮 𝔀𝓮𝓻𝓮 𝓼𝓮𝓿𝓮𝓻𝓪𝓵 𝓼𝓾𝓼𝓹𝓮𝓬𝓽𝓼. 𝓕𝓾𝓷 𝓬𝓸𝔃𝔂!! 😘😘😘🙌🙌🙌😍😍😍
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  • Diane D.
    4.0 out of 5 stars great book ...
    Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024
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    Easy to read print ...enjoyable story
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  • Vickie M. Brown
    5.0 out of 5 stars Dolphin Bay
    Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2024
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    There is soooooo much to love in this story. The mystery was really puzzling, the town controversy and conflict is chilling, but the food is soooooo delicious sounding! Leena has a knack for working food in as another character, and you’ll need a snack quick! Don’t miss this one!
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  • mel345
    3.0 out of 5 stars Firecracker girls solving crimes
    Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2023
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    Anna owns a bookstore in Dolphin Bay in California. Her husband had died and then she had breast cancer, her daughter Cassie moved back home to help her through her recovery. Cassie is an actress that has been taken to the cleaners by her manager so her extravagant lifestyle is gone and no longer has servants. The mayor of the town is accusing her of murdering her husband and preventing her from opening her cafe and is turning some of the townspeople against her. A young boy from the town is accused of murdering his girlfriend so Anna and her friends search for evidence of who actually murdered the girl. This was a good cozy mystery story that had other stories going on within the book that kept it entertaining. The only issue I had was that the finale was so rushed.
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  • Shawna
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet new series
    Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2024
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    From the first page, I couldn't stop reading and look forward to reading the next one and getting to know my new friends of Dolphin Bay..
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  • Marilyn
    4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable Reading
    Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2023
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    I have read your Pelican Cove series and enjoyed them very much. I am a dialysis patient and have to go for treatment 3 times a week. I put my ear buds in and listen to the book I am reading. It helps me to stay calm.
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  • Susan Bousquet
    5.0 out of 5 stars Kept Me Guessing!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2024
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    I couldn’t wait to finish each page! A real page turner! I didn’t figure out the ending until reading it! Very well written!
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  • Shannon Molloy
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Great New Series
    Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2019
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    Raspberry Chocolate Murder, the first in a new series by Leena Clover, is a wonderful read revolving around our kick ass protagonist, Anna Butler. After suffering a major loss and surviving a terrifying illness, she is focusing on living life to the fullest and making her dreams come true. When she promises to help a friend, she finds herself in the middle of a nasty murder case. A vindictive mayor doesn't help the situation but with the support of her best friends and her sometimes helpful daughter, Anna pushes through everything thrown her way. A potential love interest adds another fantastic level to the story. If you like cozies, especially ones with baked goods and books, you need to read this book!
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  • Miss Magpie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable Kept Me Interested
    Reviewed in Australia on March 24, 2025
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    Enjoyable Reading, I enjoyed this it’s a murder without being to scary. I will read all 4:books in this series.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A malicious woman, an old case and a murder
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 26, 2020
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    Terrific. The plot centres around a woman recovering from cancer whose husband had died earlier. Her dream now she was cancer free was to open a cafe but the malignant, malicious mayor has other ideas and is hell bent on seeing her charged with murder. However a phone call shakes her out of her funk, an old friend's son is a suspect in the murder of his girlfriend.
    A fast moving read with characters that show the ties that build through the ages and add a warmth and depth. The fact that people are so easily swayed by gossip issue also highlighted and not in a pleasant way.
    Can our heroine and her two BFF's find the clue to the real culprit? What about her daughter who has been unceremoniously dumped by Hollywood and the handsome wine maker?
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  • Henpatch
    4.0 out of 5 stars Friends, Cupcakes, Wine and a Murder of course
    Reviewed in Australia on October 6, 2024
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    Anna is recovering from cancer and her daughter, an ex- movie star has been caring for her.
    Anna's bookshop is going well especially with her dream for expansion.
    Then thereinayoung girl murdered and the "Sleuthing" begins.
    Nice easy story with of course some intrigue as to "Who Is" the murderer
    Good story!
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  • Brewer K
    4.0 out of 5 stars Just a good read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 19, 2022
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    I enjoyed this book, it is easy to read and perfect for escaping from the world. The characters are well written and the story is perfectly placed. I have already bought the second book in the series.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars enjoyable
    Reviewed in Australia on February 12, 2025
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    a great read. Good back story about the characters. kept me guessing all the way through.
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