Murder With a Drizzle of Syrup: An Ivy Clark Mystery

Ivy Clark #5

by Kristy T Dixon

A dead college student, an angry mayor, and a feisty cat—Is Ivy in over her head?

When a group of outspoken college students set up camp outside Muddy Creek, the mayor isn’t pleased. But things take a deadly turn when one of the students is poisoned, and the trail leads back to Ivy's diner. Ivy must race against the clock to uncover the truth and catch the actual killer.

As if the murder case isn’t enough, Ivy’s growing feelings for Jett are making it hard to focus, and Deputy Leford is determined to keep her away from any evidence. Will Ivy find the killer, or will her beloved diner be closed forever?

Genres: Cozy Mystery

208 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 3, 2025

Reviews

[Jeff Farley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh Ivy

It’s hard to pick a favorite character. Of course I love Ivy…..but author Kristy Dixon has developed all her side sleuthing buddies so well, I want to hang out with all of them. Well maybe not the new Deputy….yet! Another delicious quick read, with interesting twists and turns. These cozy stories keep your brain engaged wonder “who-don-it”. Until well, you and Ivy stumble upon the truth! Now off to our next adventure!

[Krystal · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is just a cute cozy mystery series and I really enjoy it! The books are fun and easy to read with a slight hint of romance thrown in. Ivy is always getting herself into trouble with her cohorts, Jose, Boyd, and Anton. It seems like the series is going to amp up the romance between Ivy and the Sheriff now that he was able to hire more deputies than just Ledford.

For anyone looking for a low key cozy mystery series, I highly recommend this one!

[Ali · Rating 4 out of 5]

Adorable

This series has yet to disappoint me. This is another cute installment with more progression between Jett and Ivy. I'm also looking forward to more involving the new sherif secretary, Jane, I could see here being a fun occasional addition to the antics.

[Goldie Fishbaum · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was enjoyable. I truly love how this author takes her books on a “thriller-esq” (not sure if that’s a word) ride but it’s so totally cozy. The characters (especially Boyd) and insane and delicious

[Cindy Hardy-pierce · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Ivy and her friends!

What can I say? Another enjoyable book in this series! Some amazing twists and turns, and some surprises along the way! As always, we learn more about the characters as we go along, and a few new ones sneak in! Can't wait for the next one!

[erin🩷 · Rating 4 out of 5]

4/5⭐️ I love Jett and Ivy :(

[Melissa Medlin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute

This series is adorable and easy, quick reads. If you like a litlle small town murder mystery, these are perfect.

[Mark · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the best Ivy story yet. Things finally began moving forward for Ivy, her friends, and her diner, ,plus there's a good mystery afoot to keep things hopping.

[Wendy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read these way too fast, but they're so good!

[kim r lucas · Rating 5 out of 5]

twists and turns

Never a dull moment- turn the page
and what is happening next.
I love, love her writing. I’m ready to read her
next book! Would recommend!

[Marisa · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars. This was a fun cozy mystery. Can’t wait to continue to the next one!