The Pastry Chef's Secret

Murder is just another ingredient in the mix...In the quaint seaside village of Seabrook, pastry chef Olivia Crumblewell is best known for her buttery tarts and warm smile. But when a local councilman drops dead after eating one of her cupcakes, her beloved bakery becomes a crime scene-and Olivia finds herself in the middle of a recipe for murder.Determined to clear her name and keep her café afloat, Olivia swaps her apron for amateur sleuthing. With a whisk in one hand and her sharp intuition in the other, she sifts through town gossip, rival bakers, and old village grudges to uncover a killer hiding in plain sight.As secrets rise to the surface like over-proofed dough, Olivia must stay one step ahead of a cunning murderer-or risk becoming the next victim.The Pastry Chef's Secret is a charming, clever, and comforting culinary mystery filled with friendship, food, and a touch of danger. Perfect for fans of MC Beaton, Joanne Fluke, and The Great British Bake Off-with murder.