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Scottie Ramone #6
Bad to the Scone
Book 6 of the Scottie Ramone Cozy Mystery series.
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Banana Chiffon and Bad Deeds
Book 1: Heads Will Cinnamon Roll
Book 2: Better Off Shortbread
Book 3: Dead Gingerbread Man Walking
Book 4: Caught Bread Handed
Book 5: A Pie For A Pie
Book 6: Bad to the Scone
Full Description TBA.
More in the
Banana Chiffon and Bad Deeds
Book 1: Heads Will Cinnamon Roll
Book 2: Better Off Shortbread
Book 3: Dead Gingerbread Man Walking
Book 4: Caught Bread Handed
Book 5: A Pie For A Pie
Book 6: Bad to the Scone
- GenresCozy Mystery
197 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 21, 2025
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April 19, 2025
I really love Cade. I know that some may prefer Dalton, but not me. I like how he doesn’t deter Scottie from investigating. And I like that he seems kind to her grandmother. Her grandma did irk me in this addition with her Dalton stuff. The mystery itself I thought was interesting and set up really well. I am pretty good at guessing who but I also guessed the why and I was really proud of myself. It was an interesting why! I love Jack and her relationship. I am glad that she gave him a chance and he has really blossomed as a character in this book. I have missed this group of people and I hope we get more soon!
May 12, 2025
We're back in Ripple Creek and Scottie has her hands full with this case. Mostly because she's actually considered a suspect by long time friend (and former crush) Ranger Braddock. Which does not thrill Scottie in the least. But Roberta's boasts that she was going to drive Scottie out of business once she opened her tea house means Scottie has motive and Dalton needs to follow the rules and bring her down for questioning.
As it turns out, the victim had ruffled more than a few feathers over the years and Scottie's hardly the only one with motive. There's the tenant she's just served eviction papers to, the long-time friend she'd stolen from years before, and the husband she runs roughshod over. And that's just the start of the list. In other words, Scottie has her work cut out for her and, as a suspect, she can't count of Dalton helping her out in the investigation.
On the romance front, Scottie and Cade are cuddling up and Scottie's grandmother is working on a little matchmaking for Dalton (since Scottie's off the table). Things are a little rocky on the friendship front between Dalton and Scottie (thanks in part to Dalton taking her in for questioning), but they're trying to get back to a place where they really ARE friends again.
Verdict: I like spending time in Ripple Creek. *thumbs up*
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
As it turns out, the victim had ruffled more than a few feathers over the years and Scottie's hardly the only one with motive. There's the tenant she's just served eviction papers to, the long-time friend she'd stolen from years before, and the husband she runs roughshod over. And that's just the start of the list. In other words, Scottie has her work cut out for her and, as a suspect, she can't count of Dalton helping her out in the investigation.
On the romance front, Scottie and Cade are cuddling up and Scottie's grandmother is working on a little matchmaking for Dalton (since Scottie's off the table). Things are a little rocky on the friendship front between Dalton and Scottie (thanks in part to Dalton taking her in for questioning), but they're trying to get back to a place where they really ARE friends again.
Verdict: I like spending time in Ripple Creek. *thumbs up*
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
February 5, 2026
Ranger Dalton Gets A Clue! Hahaha! No.
This is book 6, and Ranger Dalton apparently rolls some dice, looks up, and decides that the first person he sees is the killer. The dice are just to throw us off. Okay, he doesn't do that. He looks for the most flimsy excuse a person could have to be mad at somebody, and is sure THEY'RE the killer. He sees no pattern. But I'm sure he's very nice!
That was not a spoiler. It isn't a news flash either. I'm just not sure what he's the ranger of, because he's not a forest ranger. They go to school for that. (Don't make faces! You can be a Ranger Dalton fan and still acknowledge that he may have been the only applicant for his job...who was currently living.)
This book was much more entertaining to me than book 5. More amusing moments, more honesty between Scottie and her grandma, less flitting to and fro, and more substance. I don't think I ask too much from any entertainment book. Just give me a fair dose of those elements, and I'm happy. If you give me a clever plot that isn't telegraphed with waving flags, and I'll be delighted and give it 5 stars! (Better try next time?!) But a fun book! I have the whole series now. I guess I took an accidental break.
4 of 5 Stars A fun book!
This is book 6, and Ranger Dalton apparently rolls some dice, looks up, and decides that the first person he sees is the killer. The dice are just to throw us off. Okay, he doesn't do that. He looks for the most flimsy excuse a person could have to be mad at somebody, and is sure THEY'RE the killer. He sees no pattern. But I'm sure he's very nice!
That was not a spoiler. It isn't a news flash either. I'm just not sure what he's the ranger of, because he's not a forest ranger. They go to school for that. (Don't make faces! You can be a Ranger Dalton fan and still acknowledge that he may have been the only applicant for his job...who was currently living.)
This book was much more entertaining to me than book 5. More amusing moments, more honesty between Scottie and her grandma, less flitting to and fro, and more substance. I don't think I ask too much from any entertainment book. Just give me a fair dose of those elements, and I'm happy. If you give me a clever plot that isn't telegraphed with waving flags, and I'll be delighted and give it 5 stars! (Better try next time?!) But a fun book! I have the whole series now. I guess I took an accidental break.
4 of 5 Stars A fun book!
April 21, 2025
Scottie is back with a new mystery to solve. This time, she'll have to clear her own name. With the list of suspects a mile long, Scottie has her work cut out for her. The ending was wild; I did not see it coming! We see more of Nana in this book, which I love. Nana is a favorite of mine; she feels like the grandma you had or wished you had. The interactions between her and Scottie make me feel so warm and reminiscent to childhood. There's more romance, baked goods, town friends. This is such a great addition to the Scottie Ramone series. It's well written, the case is interesting, and the descriptions paint a lovely mental picture. Ripple Creek sounds like an amazing small town, minus the murders. This was a book I had a hard time putting down; it was easily a read-in-one-sitting book...if I didn't have a toddler. I can't wait for the next book in the series!
April 4, 2025
Five stars is just not enough! I love this series and it is one of my all time favs!!! I still have mixed feelings on the Scottie , Cade and Dalton Triangle......I like them both!!!!!
So much suspense in this one!!!!!! Love Love Loved it!!!!!
So much suspense in this one!!!!!! Love Love Loved it!!!!!
April 21, 2025
Circumstantial evidence casts suspicion on Scottie. Of course she has to find the real killer. Suspects, clues, false leads and the hunt is on! Great mystery, funny moments and a hint of Suspense. I received my copy as a gift and highly recommend it.
May 1, 2025
British Tea Party
Liked everything, disliked nothing.
LL writes the stories as serious as each is funny.
Jamie will definitely read it also!
Please hurry with the next book of any of your stories!!
Liked everything, disliked nothing.
LL writes the stories as serious as each is funny.
Jamie will definitely read it also!
Please hurry with the next book of any of your stories!!
April 25, 2025
I want more!
Great story. Read it in a few hours, but…I want more!!! I am eagerly awaiting the next book (and promise to read it slower so I can savor it longer)
Great story. Read it in a few hours, but…I want more!!! I am eagerly awaiting the next book (and promise to read it slower so I can savor it longer)
May 16, 2025
I enjoy reading this serious by London Lovett. Her books are quick and easy reads with a nice mix of romance, intrigue, and humor.
January 2, 2026
Still going strong, hard to put down love the stories.
This book keeps you guessing who did it, fill with fun and laughs. If I had to give it a mark it would 10 +.
This book keeps you guessing who did it, fill with fun and laughs. If I had to give it a mark it would 10 +.
March 26, 2026
“Bad to the Scone” by London Lovett is the kind of cozy mystery that feels like curling up with a warm drink… except someone’s been murdered and the vibes are just a touch more chaotic.
The bakery setting is an absolute treat (pun very much intended). Between flaky pastries, small-town charm, and a cast of delightfully nosy characters, it’s ridiculously easy to settle in. The pacing is quick, the writing is light, and the mystery keeps things moving without getting overly complicated.
Scottie’s romance adds a soft, sweet layer to the story, and I really enjoyed how it never overshadowed the mystery. Her dynamic with Cade is especially charming. There’s an easy chemistry there that feels natural, and Cade’s subtle streak of jealousy adds just the right amount of tension without turning things overly dramatic. It makes their interactions feel a little more charged and a lot more fun to read.
That said, the mystery itself leans a bit predictable, and some side characters could’ve used more depth. But honestly, that’s not really the point of a cozy mystery like this. You’re here for the vibes, the charm, and the comfort of it all… and it delivers.
Honestly, it was the first book in the series that got me completely hooked. I picked it up casually and somehow ended up in full binge mode, and now here I am, deep into the series with zero intention of stopping. This one just reminded me why I started in the first place.
Overall, a fun, quick read that pairs perfectly with tea and something buttery. Not groundbreaking, but definitely addictive if you’re in your cozy mystery era.
The bakery setting is an absolute treat (pun very much intended). Between flaky pastries, small-town charm, and a cast of delightfully nosy characters, it’s ridiculously easy to settle in. The pacing is quick, the writing is light, and the mystery keeps things moving without getting overly complicated.
Scottie’s romance adds a soft, sweet layer to the story, and I really enjoyed how it never overshadowed the mystery. Her dynamic with Cade is especially charming. There’s an easy chemistry there that feels natural, and Cade’s subtle streak of jealousy adds just the right amount of tension without turning things overly dramatic. It makes their interactions feel a little more charged and a lot more fun to read.
That said, the mystery itself leans a bit predictable, and some side characters could’ve used more depth. But honestly, that’s not really the point of a cozy mystery like this. You’re here for the vibes, the charm, and the comfort of it all… and it delivers.
Honestly, it was the first book in the series that got me completely hooked. I picked it up casually and somehow ended up in full binge mode, and now here I am, deep into the series with zero intention of stopping. This one just reminded me why I started in the first place.
Overall, a fun, quick read that pairs perfectly with tea and something buttery. Not groundbreaking, but definitely addictive if you’re in your cozy mystery era.
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