A Fairground Fatality
Clara Cook Unforgettable Cozy Mystery
by Cozy Hardy
Published: March 27, 2025
Genre: Cozy Mystery, Mystery, Cozy Culinary Mystery, Cozy Animal Mystery
Blurb:
Some secrets are buried deeper than bodies. Some ingredients should never be mixed.
Clara Cook only wanted a blue ribbon for her pastry skills at the Atlasville State Fair. Instead, she got a corpse, a murder investigation, and an unexpected canine sidekick..
When Clara literally trips over a body while setting up her baking station, her competitive dreams crumble faster than an overbaked pie crust.
Sheriff Tom Morrison—frustratingly handsome and perpetually grumpy— immediately suspects Clara.
But something isn't adding up, especially when Eleanor Whitmore's nephew goes missing and mysterious financial records surface. Grant Whitmore becomes a prime suspect along with Clara.
As flour-dusted clues pile up and the fair's expansion plans come to light, Clara and her newly-adopted Scottish Terrier, Trixie, find themselves whisking through a dangerous mix of small-town secrets and high-stakes land deals.
With time running out and suspects proving as flaky as Clara's award-worthy pastry, can Clara uncover the truth before the killer serves up another victim?
One thing's certain—this recipe includes murder, and Clara might be next on the menu.
My Review:
Cozy mystery enthusiasts, get ready for an engaging tale! A Fairground Fatality by Cozy Hardy kicks off the Clara Cook Unforgettable Cozy Mystery series with a delightful twist. When Clara, a passionate baker, arrives at the State Fair to compete in the annual baking contest, her day takes an unexpected turn as she stumbles upon a body and adopts a stray Scottish Terrier, Trixie.
Suddenly, the handsome Sheriff Tom Morrison suspects Clara, but little does he know that Clara has a knack for solving crimes when she's not busy baking. With Trixie's help, Clara uncovers the first clue, setting her on a captivating investigation to unravel the mystery. The pages turn effortlessly as Clara navigates a web of suspects, keeping readers on their toes.
Prepare to be delighted as you dive into this cozy mystery. Grab your copy of A Fairground Fatality and join Clara on her unforgettable journey to solve the crime and clear her name. This engaging read is a must-have for all cozy mystery enthusiasts!
