Assault and Batter
Assault and Batter by Jessica Beck is the eleventh installment in the Donut Mystery Series, published by Amazon Digital Services LLC on October 15, 2013. This edition, written in English and spanning 192 pages, follows amateur sleuth Suzanne Hart as she navigates a web of intrigue surrounding her friend Emily’s wedding to her ex-husband, Max. When an unexpected guest, Jude Williams, threatens to disrupt the ceremony, his sudden demise raises questions about the motives of several attendees, prompting Suzanne and her friend Grace to investigate before more chaos ensues.
Readers will find a blend of mystery and culinary elements, as the story unfolds in a cozy setting filled with quirky characters and the promise of delicious donut recipes. The narrative explores themes of friendship and rivalry, as Suzanne and Grace race against time to uncover the truth behind Jude’s murder. This engaging tale offers a mix of suspense and lighthearted moments, appealing to fans of cozy mysteries and those who enjoy a touch of culinary flair in their reading.
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New from Jessica Beck, the New York Times Bestselling Author of The Donut Mysteries, The Classic Diner Mysteries, and The Ghost Cat Mysteries.
Assault and Batter, Book 11 in the Donut Mystery Series!
When Emily Hargraves tells Suzanne that she’s marrying Max, her ex-husband, Suzanne is happy enough for her, but when Jude Williams, one of Emily’s old flames, decides to light the ceremony up, someone decides to extinguish his flame before he can act. Was it Max, the groom-to-be; Peter, his best man; Lisa, the woman Jude had been dating; her jealous husband, Frank; or perhaps it was Reggie Nance, a man who had reasons of his own to want to see Jude dead? Suzanne and Grace must act quickly and solve the murder before someone else ends up missing the reception, permanently.
Praise for the Donut Mysteries by New York Times Bestselling Author Jessica Beck
“A delight. Suzanne Hart is a lovable amateur sleuth who has a hilariously protective mother and great donut recipes! Readers will have a blast with this book.” –Diane Mott Davidson, New York Times bestselling author of Fatally Flaky
“If you like donuts–and who doesn’t?–you’ll love this mystery. It’s like a trip to your favorite coffee shop, but without the calories!” –Leslie Meier, author of the Lucy Stone mysteries New Year’s Eve Murder and Wedding Day Murder
“The perfect comfort read: a delicious murder, a likeable heroine, quirky Southern characters–and donut recipes!” –Rhys Bowen, Agatha and Anthony award-winning author of the Molly Murphy and Royal Spyness mysteries
“A tribute to comfort food and to the comfort of small town life. With great donut recipes!”–JoAnna Carl, author of The Chocolate Cupid Killings
“A yummy new treat in the culinary mystery genre. Skillfully weaving donut recipes throughout a well-plotted story, the author proves that life after divorce can be sweet; all you need are good friends, your own business, and comfort food. Delicious!”–Tamar Myers, author of Death of a Rug Lord and The Cane Mutiny
“A cleverly plotted cozy mystery with a wonderful small Southern town…Fatally Frosted is a great follow-up to Glazed Murder. Suzanne is a great heroine, Ms. Beck has a sure-fire winner!”–Fresh Fiction
“Along with the hilarious plot, author Jessica Beck treats the readers to a few recipes strategically placed within the novel. Sinister Sprinkles will keep you guessing until the very end.”–The Mystery Librarian
“A sugary concoction that provides readers a glimpse through the donut hole of living in a small town.”–Harriet Klausner, Genre Go Round Reviews
For more on Jessica Beck, visit www.jessicabeckmysteries.net
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