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Susan Gillard
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114 Books (2 Series) -
First Book:
Strawberry Cream Murder (March 2016) -
Last Book:
Pumpkin Cheesecake & Murder (November 2018) -
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Full Series List in Order
A Donut Hole Cozy Mystery
1 - Strawberry Cream Murder (Mar-2016)2 - Maple Frosted Murder (Mar-2016)
3 - Cadbury Creme Murder (Apr-2016)
4 - Tricky Blueberry Murder (Apr-2016)
5 - Chocolate Frosted Murder (Apr-2016)
6 - Mint Chip Murder (May-2016)
7 - Red, White and Blueberry Murder (Jun-2016)
8 - Lemon Chiffon Murder (Jun-2016)
9 - Chocolate Tiramisu Murder (Jun-2016)
10 - Rhubarb Frosted Murder (Jun-2016)
11 - Chocolate Revolution Murder (Jul-2016)
12 - Pistachio Lemon Glazed Murder (Jul-2016)
13 - Candied Maple Bacon Murder (Jul-2016)
14 - Cinnamon Nut Crunch Murder (Aug-2016)
15 - Chocolate Crunch Murder (Aug-2016)
16 - Green Velvet Murder (Aug-2016)
17 - M&M Surprise Murder (Aug-2016)
18 - Chocolate Pomegranate Glaze Murder (Sep-2016)
19 - Caramel Glazed Murder (Sep-2016)
20 - Raspberry Mojito Murder (Sep-2016)
21 - Banana Coconut Murder (Oct-2016)
22 - Oreo Sprinkled Murder (Oct-2016)
23 - Spooky Choc Orange Glazed Murder (Oct-2016)
24 - Coffee Treacle Murder (Nov-2016)
25 - Choc Churro Murder (Nov-2016)
26 - Iced Pumpkin Murder (Nov-2016)
27 - Double Chocolate Pistachio Murder (Dec-2016)
28 - Peppermint Glazed Murder (Dec-2016)
29 - Hot Chocolate Glazed Murder (Dec-2016)
30 - Peanut Butter Fudge Murder (Dec-2016)
31 - Christmas Donut Murder (Dec-2016)
32 - Lavender Grape Dust Murder (Jan-2017)
33 - Neapolitan Delight Murder (Jan-2017)
34 - Passion Fruit Punch Murder (Jan-2017)
35 - Pecan Nut Crunch Murder (Jan-2017)
36 - Toasted Coconut Murder (Jan-2017)
37 - Birthday Sprinkle Murder (Feb-2017)
38 - Raspberry Coulis Murder (Feb-2017)
39 - Creme Brulee Murder (Mar-2017)
40 - Kiwi Lime Surprise Murder (Mar-2017)
41 - Peaches and Cream Murder (Mar-2017)
42 - Cotton Candy Fluff Murder (Mar-2017)
43 - Cherry Dream Murder (Apr-2017)
44 - Vanilla Cream Murder (Apr-2017)
45 - Chocolate Peanut Brittle Murder (Apr-2017)
46 - Chocolate Chip Custard Murder (May-2017)
47 - Mint Creme Murder (May-2017)
48 - Blueberry Spangled Murder (Jun-2017)
49 - Strawberry Sprinkled Swirl Murder (Jun-2017)
50 - Banana Fudge Murder (Jun-2017)
51 - Blueberry Stars & Stripes Murder (Jun-2017)
52 - Funfetti Murder (Jul-2017)
53 - Wild Raspberry Murder (Jul-2017)
54 - Peanut Butter and Jelly Murder (Jul-2017)
55 - Vanilla Glazed Murder (Jul-2017)
56 - Chocolate Chocolate Murder (Aug-2017)
57 - Peach Cobler Murder (Aug-2017)
58 - Coconut Cream Murder (Aug-2017)
59 - Black & White Glazed Murder (Aug-2017)
60 - Cinnamon Sugar Murder (Sep-2017)
An Oceanside Cozy Mystery
1 - Donuts, Delights & Murder (Sep-2017)2 - Banana Chocolate & Murder (Sep-2017)
3 - Tres Leches & Murder (Sep-2017)
4 - Blackberry Cream & Murder (Oct-2017)
5 - Pumpkin Glaze & Murder (Oct-2017)
6 - Caramel Apple & Murder (Oct-2017)
7 - Coffee Cake & Murder (Nov-2017)
8 - Mulled Cider & Murder (Nov-2017)
9 - Pumpkin Pie Brulee & Murder (Nov-2017)
10 - Cranberry Glazed & Murder (Nov-2017)
11 - Spiced Maple & Murder (Nov-2017)
12 - Eggnog Cream & Murder (Dec-2017)
13 - Chocolate Peppermint & Murder (Dec-2017)
14 - Champagne Cream & Murder (Dec-2017)
15 - Pink Moscato & Murder (Dec-2017)
16 - Mimosa Cream & Murder (Jan-2018)
17 - Toasted Almond & Murder (Jan-2018)
18 - Lemon Curd & Murder (Jan-2018)
19 - Strawberries & Chocolate & Murder (Feb-2018)
20 - Pink Hot Chocolate & Murder (Feb-2018)
21 - Coconut Frosted & Murder (Feb-2018)
22 - Pineapple Cream & Murder (Feb-2018)
23 - Hot Fudge Sundae & Murder (Mar-2018)
24 - Chocolate Walnut & Murder (Mar-2018)
25 - Mint Crisp & Murder (Mar-2018)
26 - Caramel Fudge & Murder (Mar-2018)
27 - Chocolate Hazelnut & Murder (Mar-2018)
28 - Blackberry Frosted & Murder (Apr-2018)
29 - Powdered Grape & Murder (Apr-2018)
30 - Caffe Latte & Murder (Apr-2018)
31 - Caramel Cream & Murder (May-2018)
32 - Peanut Butter Chocolate & Murder (May-2018)
33 - Nutella Crunch & Murder (May-2018)
34 - Mint Fudge & Murder (May-2018)
35 - Mint Chocolate Crunch & Murder (May-2018)
36 - Banana Nut & Murder (Jun-2018)
37 - Sugar Donuts & Murder (Jun-2018)
38 - Stars, Stripes & Murder (Jun-2018)
39 - Strawberry Frosted & Murder (Jul-2018)
40 - Caramel Sundae & Murder (Jul-2018)
41 - Chocolate Surprise & Murder (Jul-2018)
42 - Oreo Crunch & Murder (Jul-2018)
43 - Rainbow Sherbert & Murder (Aug-2018)
44 - Coconut Cream & Murder (Aug-2018)
45 - Strawberry Rhubarb & Murder (Aug-2018)
46 - Buttercream Surprise & Murder (Sep-2018)
47 - White Chocolate Peanut Butter & Murder (Sep-2018)
48 - Chocolate Malt & Murder (Sep-2018)
49 - Pumpkin Spice Latte & Murder (Sep-2018)
50 - Candy Apple & Murder (Oct-2018)
51 - Candy Corn & Murder (Oct-2018)
52 - Butterfinger Crunch & Murder (Oct-2018)
53 - Cranberry Surprise & Murder (Oct-2018)
54 - Pumpkin Cheesecake & Murder (Nov-2018)
Books in Order: 114 titles
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Pumpkin Cheesecake & Murder
Could the food critic actually have been poisoned?
Heather is happy that her friend’s restaurant is finally going to have its grand opening.
She is confident that the food critic who comes to review a meal is going to love the fo...
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Butterfinger Crunch & Murder
Was this Sleepy Hollow killer actually the Headless Horsemanr?
Heather is happy to attend a charity Candy Buy Back party in Sleepy Hollow and provide some donuts for the event.
However, the town’s lore seems overwhelming when the...
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Candy Apple & Murder
Could a killer actually be hiding behind a mask at a costume party?
Heather is happy that her donuts provided an invitation to an impressive Halloween party.
Even a threatening phone call doesn’t stop her from selecting a costume...
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Candy Corn & Murder
Could Halloween mischief actually lead to murder?
Heather is looking forward to celebrating Halloween when she is roped into an investigation.
Her grouchy neighbor Mr. Rankle recruits her to find out who pelted his shop with eggs o...
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Cranberry Surprise & Murder
Could a romantic evening cruise actually be the perfect setting for murder?
Heather is excited when Jamie seems to have built up the nerve to propose to her best friend.
However, a miscommunication leads to all of their friends boa...
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Buttercream Surprise & Murder
What fiend actually strangled someone after a wedding?
"Another satisfying murder mystery" Five Stars
Heather is happy to be a bridesmaid at her friend’s wedding.
However, when she returns to the courthouse after t... -
Chocolate Malt & Murder
Could Back to School actually be “Back to Murder”? Heather is happy that her daughter enjoyed her first day of school but is less happy when her own visit to Back to School night leads to a new case. Her search for missing school supplies soon le...
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Pumpkin Spice Latte & Murder
Could the haunted trolley guide’s crash actually be murder?
"Another satisfying murder mystery" Five Stars
Getting into the Halloween spirit, Heather is excited to go on a haunted trolley ride with her friends and family. -
White Chocolate Peanut Butter & Murder
Who could have drowned the super model?
"Another satisfying murder mystery" Five Stars
Heather is excited to help her best friend’s boyfriend pick out an engagement ring.
However, finding time for this task become... -
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Coconut Cream & Murder
Could a wedding cake actually be used for murder?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Heather is happy to be a bridesmaid and help out with her friend’s wedding planning.
However, she didn’t expect... -
Rainbow Sherbert & Murder
Could a wedding dress actually be the cause of murder?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Heather is happy to help her friend, Josie, shop for a wedding dress, even if she’s scared of what her bridesmaid dress... -
Strawberry Rhubarb & Murder
Could a key from a bachelorette party be related to murder?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Heather is happy to be a part of her friend’s bachelorette party.
However, she soon finds herself inve... -
Caramel Sundae & Murder
Was the eye-witness to a murder actually a dog?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Heather and her friends happily enjoy a day’s kayaking on the water.
However, when Heather returns the next day to d... -
Chocolate Surprise & Murder
Could this kayak accident actually have been murder?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Heather and her friends happily enjoy a day’s kayaking on the water.
However, when Heather returns the next day... -
Oreo Crunch & Murder
Who could possibly want to frame the dog groomer for murder?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Heather was already feeling swamped running Donut Delights and dealing with a love triangle developing in the shop.... -
Strawberry Frosted & Murder
Was dinner so awful that a chef would actually be murdered?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Heather is happy that her friend is moving closer to his dream of opening a restaurant.
In fact, he’s j... -
Banana Nut & Murder
Could an evil twin actually be the murderer?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
At her friends’ behest, Heather uses her P.I. skills to look into some thefts at a retirement home.
However, when a ga... -
Stars, Stripes & Murder
Could a firework explosion actually be murder?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Heather is set to enjoy her Fourth of July with her friends and family when a firework testing mishap pulls her into a murder cas... -
Sugar Donuts & Murder
Could a fire at a lawyer’s actually be ruled murder?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
When a local lawyer’s office goes up in flames, Heather suspects foul play.
Heather’s firefighter friend is... -
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Caramel Cream & Murder
Was murder actually on the menu for a waiter?
"Yet another good cozy from a great cozy author." Five Stars
After a hectic spring break, Heather is happy to focus on running her donut shop and helping with a friend’s wedding ... -
Mint Chocolate Crunch & Murder
Did this “big fish story” actually end with a dead body?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Donut Delights is thriving and Heather has never been happier that she opened a shop in Key West.
However... -
Mint Fudge & Murder
Could a sandcastle competition actually lead to murder?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Trying to balance a donut business and help a friend decide on a date for a wedding is tough enough.
However, ... -
Nutella Crunch & Murder
Could a kidnapping actually lead to murder?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Heather is worried when her investor and friend seems to be missing.
She is even more worried when a dead body turns up at... -
Peanut Butter Chocolate & Murder
Could online dating actually lead to murder?
"I love this series and you will too!" Five Stars
Heather is happy that her friend Bernadette is going on a date, even if it is with someone she only met online.
When Bern... -
Blackberry Frosted & Murder
Could a spring break cruise actually result in murder?
"Another entertaining Oceanside cozy murder mystery" Five Stars
Heather is facing crowds in Key West as spring break tourists come to try her Blackberry Frosted Donuts. -
Caffe Latte & Murder
Could this party actually have ended in murder?
"Another delightful mystery in this fun, family oriented series." Five Stars
The spring crowd is still in Key West, and Donut Delights is bustling.
Heather is happy to ... -
Powdered Grape & Murder
Was this deadly fall actually a murder?
"Another delightful mystery in this fun, family oriented series." Five Stars
Heather is excited when two hotels ask her to cater donuts at their breakfast buffets over spring break.
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Caramel Fudge & Murder
Could a friend’s sweet son actually be a killer?
"Another satisfying murder mystery" Five Stars
Heather is happy to cheer for Digby’s show and to see many faces in the audience.
She meets her assistant Luz’s so... -
Chocolate Hazelnut & Murder
Could an Easter Egg Hunt actually be hiding a killer?
"Another satisfying murder mystery" Five Stars
Heather is excited to bring her family to a beachy Easter Egg Hunt.
However, the search for “egg-citing” prizes... -
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Chocolate Walnut & Murder
Could the detective actually be the killer?
"Another satisfying murder mystery" Five Stars
Heather knew that her friend Detective Peters was feeling heartbroken.
However, she couldn’t have known that his visiting a... -
Hot Fudge Sundae & Murder
Did someone actually see a murder through their bedroom window?
"Another satisfying murder mystery" Five Stars
Heather had never had a “neighborly” relationship with the cantankerous owner of the shop down the street.
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Mint Crisp & Murder
Could this rehearsal actually lead to murder?
"Another satisfying murder mystery" Five Stars
Heather is excited to see her assistant Digby perform in a theater show.
However, when she gets a frantic call from him abo... -
Coconut Frosted & Murder
Did this arson actually turn into fiery murder?
"I can't wait for the next book!" Five Stars
Heather is happy to attend her best friend’s show at an art gallery - even if it means she has to help her lug the heavy statue the... -
Pineapple Cream & Murder
Could one of these mystery writers actually be a murderer?
"Another fantastic mystery by Susan Gillard!" Five Stars
Heather is happy to bring her Pineapple Cream Donuts to a Mystery Writers’ Panel at her friend’s bookshop.... -
Pink Hot Chocolate & Murder
At this chocolate tasting event, is murder actually on the menu?
"I can't wait for the next book!" Five Stars
When Heather attends a chocolate tasting and dance for Valentine’s Day, she is happy to serve her Pink Hot Chocola... -
Strawberries & Chocolate & Murder
Could this Valentine’s Day gift actually be deadly candy?
"I can't wait for the next book!" Five Stars
Heather hopes that her Valentine’s Day activities will include a romantic dinner with her husband and enjoying some Str... -
Lemon Curd & Murder
Did pirate treasure actually lead to murder?
"I can't wait for the next book!" Five Stars
Heather is more than happy to make a display of donut treasure for a small pirate museum’s anniversary celebration.
However,... -
Mimosa Cream & Murder
Could a wedding guest actually be a murderer?
Heather and her friends return to Hillside, Texas for her friend’s wedding.
At first, it seems perfect. It’s taking place at a fancy mansion that just opened to the public, and... -
Toasted Almond & Murder
Who would want to kill the delivery boy?
"Another great read by Susan Gillard" Five Stars
When a dead body is found outside her cranky business neighbor’s door, Heather knows that she’ll need to find the killer quickly in ... -
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Champagne Cream & Murder
Could someone’s New Year’s Resolution be to kill?
After a busy year, Heather is happy to celebrate New Year’s Eve with some Champagne Cream Donuts.
She and her friends attend a town celebration, but when a midnight kiss app... -
Chocolate Peppermint & Murder
Could a yoga class actually have led to murder?
Exercise can be difficult, but finding a killer can be even more challenging.
When Heather and Amy decide to take a yoga class at their neighbor's studio, they wind up investigating the d... -
Eggnog Cream & Murder
Could a Christmas gift actually be deadly? Heather is happy to enjoy the holidays and her Eggnog Cream Donuts with her family, but a killer has other ideas. When someone begins secretly delivering presents to residents of Key West, Heather thinks it...
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Pink Moscato & Murder
Could a friend actually be a killer?
Heather enjoys meeting Jamie’s oldest friend. Even though he has a bit of a temper, he seems like a nice guy.
However, when he becomes the prime suspect in a murder case, Heather is less... -
Coffee Cake & Murder
Could a destructive online review actually lead to psychics and poisoning?
When Heather’s wonderful donuts receive a terrible online review, she sets out to investigate. It leads her and Amy all the way to Salem, Massachusetts!
T... -
Cranberry Glazed & Murder
Could a dog actually reveal who the murderer is?
Heather is proud when her friend Jamie opens up a mobile pet grooming business, but it soon leads to a mystery.
When a doting owner never shows to pick up her dog, they are... -
Mulled Cider & Murder
Could what happened in the kitchen actually lead to murder?
Heather is happy to bake her Mulled Cider Donuts and figure out who is leaving love poems at the bookshop next door.
However, when a cupcake maker is murdered, s... -
Pumpkin Pie Brulee & Murder
Could preparing Thanksgiving dinner actually lead to an explosive murder?
Heather is having trouble planning her Thanksgiving dinner. However, a murder victim had much more trouble!
When practicing deep frying a turkey le... -
Spiced Maple & Murder
How could the art scene lead to a crime scene?
Heather is happy to focus on baking her Spiced Maple Donuts, while her best friend takes some art classes.
However, when a master sculptor is found impaled on an art project, Hea... -
Blackberry Cream & Murder
Could murder be on the menu?
Heather is all set to provide some Blackberry Cream Donuts to a local bed and breakfast.
However, when a guest is poisoned at the breakfast table, Heather must investigate instead.
She know... -
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Caramel Apple & Murder
Could the body by the bike trail actually be left by a scary serial killer?
When Heather and her friends go on a sightseeing bike tour, they see something that they wished they hadn’t " a dead body!
Heather and Ryan had al... -
Pumpkin Glaze & Murder
Could the tricks and treats on a Halloween booze cruise actually lead to murder?
Heather is excited to board a Halloween cruise with her friends. However, there isn’t much time for partying when a man is stabbed on the dance floor. -
Banana Chocolate & Murder
Could the sweet scuba instructor actually have been sabotaged and maliciously murdered?
Heather has been busy! She’s preparing for the new store’s opening and baking Banana Chocolate Donuts.
She is finally convinced to take a brea... -
Cinnamon Sugar Murder
Could a sudden heart attack and a murderous robbery actually be double homicide?
Heather is ready for her big move to Key West. However, before she can board her plane, two suspicious deaths occur in Hillside.
A murder during a robber... -
Donuts, Delights & Murder
Could this tropical paradise actually be hiding a deadly poisoner?
Heather and the gang have finally made their move to Key West. However, it’s no vacation.
Heather has to balance unpacking her new home, filling her new shop with Ch... -
Tres Leches & Murder
Could the donut shop's grand opening actually be ruined by sabotage and a shooting?
Heather is excited for the grand opening of the new Donut Delights! However, she might not end up describing it as “grand.”
First, her cr... -
Black & White Glazed Murder
Could the detective’s seemingly sweet wife actually be a malicious murderer?
Heather has never been a fan of the lazy Detective Hoskins.
However, when she finally meets his wife, she has to admit that Millie Hoskins is sweeter than ... -
Chocolate Chocolate Murder
Planning a wedding can be a big hassle!
But could ugly bridesmaid dresses lead to murder?
Some of the dresses that Heather and Amy try on as co-Maids of Honor are laughable. However, when the dress shop owner is found strangled, it is no lon... -
Coconut Cream Murder
How the mighty have fallen! Could it be evil sabotage?
When Heather and her Donut Delights assistants attend a competitive outdoor teambuilding activity, the last thing they expect to work on together is solving a murder. However, when anothe... -
Peach Cobler Murder
Could Heather’s amazing new investor actually be a shrewd killer?
Heather and her family are making plans for their big move to Key West for exciting donut shop opportunities. However, plans need to be put on hold when a waitress is suddenl... -
Funfetti Murder
When Heather bakes Funfetti Donuts for a PTA Bake Sale to benefit her daughter’s school, she expects to take part in a fundraiser. She doesn’t expect to be called back to investigate the murder of the PTA President. With help from her best friend...
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Murder
Who would want to kill a sweet antiques dealer?
Eva and Leila are moving back into their renovated house, and Heather is happy to see them off.
However, things take a turn when the owner of an antiques shop that they visit winds up de... -
Vanilla Glazed Murder
Family tension quickly turns to murder!
Heather is excited for her best friend Amy when she finally moves into her new house. However, when a neighbor is found murdered, Heather’s excitement turns to dread. It’s not a great first impression... -
Wild Raspberry Murder
When Heather attends a Murder Mystery Dinner show, she doesn’t expect a real murder to be on the menu. As Heather investigates who could have stabbed the victim, she discovers that several scorned lovers have motives for the murder. However, interr...
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Banana Fudge Murder
When Heather and her best friend Amy go on a double date with their partners, they hope to make Amy’s boyfriend Jamie feel more like part of the group. Instead, they end up investigating the murder of their waiter.
A motive for killing the ... -
Blueberry Spangled Murder
Heather is all set for a relaxing Memorial Day with her friends and Stars and Stripes Donuts, but an exploding grill has other plans for her. Heather has to figure out if the explosion was truly accidental or if a cold-blooded murderer is to blame.
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Blueberry Stars & Stripes Murder
With the Fourth of July approaching, Heather is all set to enjoy the Hillside festivities with her family, friends, and Blueberry Firecracker Donuts.
However, when checking on a scared dog’s wellbeing after the fireworks display leads the d... -
Strawberry Sprinkled Swirl Murder
When Heather caters a business brunch at a small hotel, she expects to serve some delicious Strawberry Sprinkled Swirl Donuts and to maybe pick up some new business ideas. She doesn’t expect to find the guest speaker murdered in his bed. With a mil...
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Chocolate Chip Custard Murder
When Heather unveils her new Chocolate Chip Custard Donut, she expects a large crowd, but she didn’t expect it to include the angry private investigator Inspector Lemon who accuses them of stealing his cases and then leaves them on a threatening so...
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Mint Creme Murder
When Heather hires a designer to estimate the repairs to her friends’ fire damaged house, she is concerned that the pushy renovator is trying to take advantage of the older women. Her concern changes when she finds the designer has been stabbed to ...
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Cherry Dream Murder
When Heather Shepherd starts her week picking out flowers for her friend’s wedding, the last thing she expects is to be called back to the florist’s to investigate a murder.
But expectation and reality differ in Hillside: the florist, Cat... -
Chocolate Peanut Brittle Murder
When Heather’s longtime friend, Leila, crashes into Donut Delights, out of breath and pale as a vanilla glaze, she knows something bad has happened.
But she’s shocked when Leila reveals that she’s just found a corpse in her entrance hal... -
Vanilla Cream Murder
When Heather Shepherd starts another donut-filled week she doesn’t expect to see Roadkill Rodney in her store and is pleasantly surprised at the friendly face.
But surprise turns to horror when Roadkill knocks on her door in the middle of t... -
Cotton Candy Fluff Murder
When Heather Shepherd gets the call from Ryan about a victim, the last thing she expects to walk into is a hospital room.
But that’s exactly what happens: a young equestrian super star, Fred Nolan, has been murdered after a horsing accident... -
Creme Brulee Murder
When Heather Shepherd receives the news that Hillside’s favorite crime novelist, Grayson Stark, has been murdered in his own home, she’s shocked.
But that shock is short-lived as Heather won’t let a murder in her town go uninvestigated.... -
Kiwi Lime Surprise Murder
When Heather Shepherd and the crew from Donut Delights start their Key West escape, the last thing they expect to find is a dead body by the pool.
But that’s exactly what happens " one of the waiters at their hotel has been murdered and i... -
Peaches and Cream Murder
When Heather Shepherd starts work on a Monday in her beloved Donut Delights, she’s preparing for a murder-free week.
But another body turns up " the owner of the local Tourism Depot has been murdered and the evidence at the crime scene ta... -
Birthday Sprinkle Murder
When Heather Shepherd decides to prepare something extra special for her daughter’s birthday, the last thing she needs is another murder on her plate.
That’s exactly what she gets, when the superintendent of one of Hillside’s oldest apa... -
Raspberry Coulis Murder
When Heather Shepherd takes a lunch break at the local pizzeria, the last thing she expects is to stumble upon another crime scene.
She’s horrified when the chef at the establishment is found in the kitchen with a stab wound to his chest. B... -
Lavender Grape Dust Murder
When Heather Shepherd finds out that Thaddeus Turlington, elderly movie star, has been murdered at Hillside Manor, she’s alarmed, to say the least.
That alarm deepens when she finds out that his will is being contested by both his heirs "... -
Neapolitan Delight Murder
When Heather Shepherd attends the opening show of the new Hillside Cinema with her hubby and police detective, Ryan, the last thing she expects is to witness a murder, along with all the other guests.
But that’s exactly what happens, and He... -
Passion Fruit Punch Murder
When Heather Shepherd checks out her new business partner’s store, she’s faced with a dead body and is stunned speechless.
Her shock is short-lived when Heather realizes that her newest friend and joint venture partner might be in danger ... -
Pecan Nut Crunch Murder
When Heather Shepherd gets a call from her husband, Detective Ryan Shepherd, she’s sure she’s about to be called up to consult on yet another case.
Heather’s right of course, but the victim is someone she’s never heard of before. A ne... -
Toasted Coconut Murder
When Heather Shepherd starts preparing for the Hillside Tea and Donut Fair 2017, she hardly expects to be called away to the scene of a double homicide.
She’s shocked, to say the least, but the mystery of the case soon draws her in, when sh... -
Christmas Donut Murder
When Heather Shepherd picks up the newspaper, the last thing she expects to find is a report about the murder of a local businessman in his own home. She’s shocked " why hasn’t Ryan called her?
That shock transforms into irritation when... -
Double Chocolate Pistachio Murder
When Heather Shepherd discovers that the Hillside Annual Bake-Off has been canceled, she’s frustrated " she already had her newest batch of donuts prepared to wow the judges.
But that frustration dissolves when she finds out the reason fo... -
Hot Chocolate Glazed Murder
When Heather Shepherd arrives home in time to witness her car being stolen, she’s alarmed, to say the least.
But that alarm turns to horror when she receives a call from her husband, Detective Shepherd, who tells her that her car was used i... -
Peanut Butter Fudge Murder
When Heather Shepherd attends a gingerbread workshop on a Sunday afternoon, the last thing she expects to stumble upon is a dead body and yet another murder mystery.
But that’s exactly what happens " Heather is cast into another case, and... -
Peppermint Glazed Murder
When Heather Shepherd goes on a pre-birthday outing to a skydiving range, the last thing she expects to find is a crime scene and a distraught mother.
Heather is horrified, and decides to take on yet another case, whether Ryan and the good of... -
Choc Churro Murder
When Heather Shepherd’s is called to the scene of a crime at the Kenny house, she’s saddened by the news that another family member has been murdered.
Heather turns her sadness into determination when she realizes that the suspects are fe... -
Coffee Treacle Murder
When Heather Shepherd is called to the scene of a murder in Delightful Donuts, her rival's donut store, she’s concerned.
It’s the second time something like this has happened in the presence of Geoff Lawless, after all, and her concern tu... -
Iced Pumpkin Murder
When Heather Shepherd hears a scream on one of her Dave doggy walk, concern and fear are the first emotions which track across her mind.
But those emotions soon transform into intrigue, when she discovers a dead body and a snake in the reside... -
Banana Coconut Murder
When Heather Shepherd is hired to help Hillside P.D. solve the mystery of a murdered ballet dancer, she’s nervous.
Those nerves intensify when realizes that the potential suspects are many, and the evidence is few. Throw in a few skeptical ... -
Oreo Sprinkled Murder
When Heather Shepherd hears that Hillside’s new museum’s curator has been murdered, she believes the criminal was motivated by greed.
But that belief is rattled when the evidence at the scene differs from her expectation. Suspects abound,... -
Spooky Choc Orange Glazed Murder
When Heather Shepherd caters the spookiest party in town during Halloween, the last thing she expects is to find the host’s dead body on the back porch.
She’s shocked to the core and even more so when she realizes that the murderer can on... -
Caramel Glazed Murder
When Heather Shepherd hears that one of her regular customers is dead thanks to one of Donut Delights’ milkshakes, she’s horrified.
Especially when it turns out that the person who delivered that milkshake is none other than Amy, the donu... -
Chocolate Pomegranate Glaze Murder
When Heather Shepherd discovers the body of the owner of Hillside’s hippest nail salon, Clarissa ‘Cheeky’ James, during one of her donut deliveries, she’s astounded.
The astonishment deepens when Heather discovers none other than the ... -
Raspberry Mojito Murder
When Heather Shepherd takes a walk downtown, the last thing she expects to see is smoke on the horizon and a fire near Donut Delights.
She’s horrified when it turns out that the fire is a case of arson, and is determined to get to the botto... -
Chocolate Crunch Murder
When Heather Shepherd hears that the owner of her favorite burger bar has been murdered, she can’t believe her ears.To make matters worse, her employee, Jung, who just happened to be best friends with the victim, is the main suspect.
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Cinnamon Nut Crunch Murder
When Heather Shepherd hears that Detective Davidson’s daughter, Tara, has just been found dead, she’s horrified.
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Green Velvet Murder
When Heather Shepherd hears that the friendly newbie in town, Bernie Belushi, has been murdered courtesy of one of Geoff Lawless' rock hard fudge balls, she's concerned.
That concern turns into determination when she discovers that Kent's Aunt is... -
M&M Surprise Murder
When Heather Shepherd discovers that a popular judge at Hillside’s Archery competition has been murdered, she’s alarmed.
Heather soon finds out that the competition will be cancelled if the murderer isn’t brought to justice " and that... -
Candied Maple Bacon Murder
*This is book 13 in the Donut Hole Cozy Mystery Series*
When Heather Shepherd gets a frantic call from Honey Trickle, asking for help, she’s incredibly concerned, but that concern turns into downright horror when it’s revealed that Hon... -
Chocolate Revolution Murder
When Heather Shepherd sees an old high school friend, Cherry Jubilee, arguing with another of her past classmates, she’s not worried. Until Cherry’s body is found beneath a stack of bonfire wood. She’s in shock, and the batter thickens when it...
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Pistachio Lemon Glazed Murder
When Heather Shepherd realizes that her secret donut recipe book has been stolen, she knows exactly who’s behind it. Until she turns up at Geoff Lawless’ new store and finds the thief, Jelly Polinski, dead on the floor. She’s stunned and suspic...
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Chocolate Tiramisu Murder
When Heather Shepherd has a run-in with a rude Italian actor on the first night of her honeymoon, she thinks nothing of it… until his body turns up in one of Venice’s canals the very next day.
She’s horrified, even more, when an Inspect... -
Lemon Chiffon Murder
When Heather Janke hosts her engagement party in Paris, France, the last thing she expects to find out is that one of her guests has been poisoned by one of her donuts.
She’s overwhelmed with grief, particularly when she finds out that the ... -
Red, White and Blueberry Murder
When Heather Janke hears that her oldest and most faithful customer, Eva Schneider, has been bonked on the head and is in hospital, she’s shocked to the core.
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Rhubarb Frosted Murder
When Heather Shepherd arrives at Amy’s boyfriend’s house, the last thing she expects to find is Kent unconscious and a new murder to solve. But that’s exactly what happens, and things only get worse when it’s revealed that Amy is the prime su...
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Mint Chip Murder
When a local hairstylist is bludgeoned to death inside her own salon, questions abound for Heather who wants to know who murdered Kelly Carlson, and why?
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Cadbury Creme Murder
It’s springtime in Hillside, Texas, which means tornado season. A tornado rips through town, damaging property here and there. Fortunately, the damage is reparable, and only one person is found dead -- Verna Dixon, an elderly widow who lived on the...
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Chocolate Frosted Murder
After accepting Maricela’s and Angelica’s invitation to join them and their family for their Tia Teresa’s 75th birthday party, Heather is enjoying herself. But the party is interrupted by two uniformed policemen who bring bad news: Tia Teresa...
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Tricky Blueberry Murder
While visiting her grandmother's friend at Hillside Manor, Heather learns that one of the nursing home's employees, aide Betty Shivers, was found dead outside the back door earlier that morning apparently as she was arriving for her shift.
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Maple Frosted Murder
A professional and very public rivalry with the owner of the corporate cookie cutter donut shop owner, leaves Heather as the prime suspect in his murder, when his body is discovered.
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Strawberry Cream Murder
Donuts, deceit and the potential murder of a former assistant find Heather Janke at the center of a mystery in which she is a potential suspect and possibly the only one capable of discerning the truth.
Was her former assistant Christa murde...