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A Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery Series #13
A Twist of Trouble
A Twist of Trouble is the thirteenth book in the Cafe Crimes series—a clean culinary cozy mystery featuring amateur sleuth and former true-crime podcaster Parker Hayes in the charming small town of Magnolia Grove.
Parker Hayes figured her October would be filled with ghost tours, pumpkin spice lattes and Hazel’s over-the-top Halloween pranks. But when a so-called haunting at the abandoned Atmore Manor ends with the shocking discovery of a body, Parker is pulled into a mystery darker than any ghost story.
Legends of the long-lost Atmore family swirl with whispers of roses left on graves, flickering lights in empty rooms and shadows moving where no one should be. But Parker suspects the real danger isn’t supernatural—it’s flesh and blood.
As storm clouds gather, Parker, her brave dog Major, and the ever-reliable Whit must untangle town gossip, family secrets and a twist that turns faster than she ever imagined. And when the truth comes to light, she’ll learn that some ghosts don’t rest quietly.
A Twist of Trouble is a Southern cozy mystery steeped in spooky chills, small-town secrets and one cafe owner determined to unmask the truth—served up with pumpkin spice lattes and humor.
THE CAFE CRIMES SERIES
Start your journey in Magnolia Grove with A Shot of Scandal (Book 1), then continue the adventure with A Drizzle of Danger (Book 2) and A Blend of Betrayal (Book 3). This is an ongoing mystery series, with new adventures in Magnolia Grove released regularly—so be sure to visit the Cafe Crimes Series Page for the latest updates!
All books in the series can be read as standalones.
Perfect for fans Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander, and Laura Childs.
Featuring favorite
Small-town Southern charmAmateur sleuth (Former true-crime podcaster)Culinary cozy (Coffee shop setting)Clean & wholesome mystery (No gore/profanity)Quirky animal sidekickLove the small-town charm of Magnolia Grove? Head to the coast for more mystery in Simone Stier’s Cape Fear Bookshop Mysteries, starting with Stacked in Suspicion.
Parker Hayes figured her October would be filled with ghost tours, pumpkin spice lattes and Hazel’s over-the-top Halloween pranks. But when a so-called haunting at the abandoned Atmore Manor ends with the shocking discovery of a body, Parker is pulled into a mystery darker than any ghost story.
Legends of the long-lost Atmore family swirl with whispers of roses left on graves, flickering lights in empty rooms and shadows moving where no one should be. But Parker suspects the real danger isn’t supernatural—it’s flesh and blood.
As storm clouds gather, Parker, her brave dog Major, and the ever-reliable Whit must untangle town gossip, family secrets and a twist that turns faster than she ever imagined. And when the truth comes to light, she’ll learn that some ghosts don’t rest quietly.
A Twist of Trouble is a Southern cozy mystery steeped in spooky chills, small-town secrets and one cafe owner determined to unmask the truth—served up with pumpkin spice lattes and humor.
THE CAFE CRIMES SERIES
Start your journey in Magnolia Grove with A Shot of Scandal (Book 1), then continue the adventure with A Drizzle of Danger (Book 2) and A Blend of Betrayal (Book 3). This is an ongoing mystery series, with new adventures in Magnolia Grove released regularly—so be sure to visit the Cafe Crimes Series Page for the latest updates!
All books in the series can be read as standalones.
Perfect for fans Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander, and Laura Childs.
Featuring favorite
Small-town Southern charmAmateur sleuth (Former true-crime podcaster)Culinary cozy (Coffee shop setting)Clean & wholesome mystery (No gore/profanity)Quirky animal sidekickLove the small-town charm of Magnolia Grove? Head to the coast for more mystery in Simone Stier’s Cape Fear Bookshop Mysteries, starting with Stacked in Suspicion.
- GenresCozy Mystery
248 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2025
About the author
Simone Stier
27 books98 followersSimone Stier writes humorous cozy mysteries with coffee shops, bookshops, small towns and clever twists.
With humor, heart and plenty of small-town gossip, Simone’s books follow amateur sleuths as they uncover murder, secrets and scandal in charming Southern communities. Her Cafe Crimes series features a former true-crime podcaster turned barista and delivers binge-worthy mysteries filled with wit, charm and clever twists.
Simone lives in North Carolina with her husband and writing partner, Peter. When they aren’t plotting their next fictional crime, they’re probably cold plunging.
For fans of Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander and Tonya Kappes.
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With humor, heart and plenty of small-town gossip, Simone’s books follow amateur sleuths as they uncover murder, secrets and scandal in charming Southern communities. Her Cafe Crimes series features a former true-crime podcaster turned barista and delivers binge-worthy mysteries filled with wit, charm and clever twists.
Simone lives in North Carolina with her husband and writing partner, Peter. When they aren’t plotting their next fictional crime, they’re probably cold plunging.
For fans of Cleo Coyle, Ellie Alexander and Tonya Kappes.
Join the newsletter for free short story + recipes simonestier.com
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Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 reviews
October 11, 2025
A great Halloween story! Spooky! Excellent characters! I highly recommend this cozy series.
October 1, 2025
This series continues to be one of my favorites. Each book feels like a visit with old friends, with just the right balance of small-town charm and clever twists. The author manages to surprise me every time, and I find myself savoring the journey as much as the solution. If you enjoy mysteries that keep you guessing while wrapping you in a cozy atmosphere, this series is a must-read.
October 3, 2025
Good mystery.
I enjoyed this mystery. Parker has a murder to solve. There are many suspects and motives. Fall Harvest festival preparations also make Parker busy. The plot kept me guessing. Is the town haunted and cursed? Parker's dogs are adorable.
I enjoyed this mystery. Parker has a murder to solve. There are many suspects and motives. Fall Harvest festival preparations also make Parker busy. The plot kept me guessing. Is the town haunted and cursed? Parker's dogs are adorable.
October 12, 2025
Haunting Mystery
Another intriguing mystery! I love following Parker, Whit and Major into new adventures. This one, had some scary twists and some haunted turns. Perfect season and setting to investigate confusing clues. And Hazel is always the perfect side kick to Parker’s impulsive energy! Sort of like the perfect cinnamon dusting on your extra shot vanilla latte!
Another intriguing mystery! I love following Parker, Whit and Major into new adventures. This one, had some scary twists and some haunted turns. Perfect season and setting to investigate confusing clues. And Hazel is always the perfect side kick to Parker’s impulsive energy! Sort of like the perfect cinnamon dusting on your extra shot vanilla latte!
October 31, 2025
Story telling and cultural nostalgia at it's best
Read every one of her books and waited to finish this one to leave a review. Midway thru I read the author's profile and realized why , in part, it all rang true. What a memorable series. I feel like I know about a way of life I otherwise would have missed. Among so many recollections I can recall I now can speak to the art of grilling and smoking no matter what part of our country we live in. Please read and feel enriched. KLH
Read every one of her books and waited to finish this one to leave a review. Midway thru I read the author's profile and realized why , in part, it all rang true. What a memorable series. I feel like I know about a way of life I otherwise would have missed. Among so many recollections I can recall I now can speak to the art of grilling and smoking no matter what part of our country we live in. Please read and feel enriched. KLH
November 13, 2025
Spoooooky cozy mystery
Loved this spoooooky cozy mystery read, loved the characters, loved how hooked the chapters grab you from the beginning to the end of the story. Highly recommend to all Halloween and mystery lovers.
Loved this spoooooky cozy mystery read, loved the characters, loved how hooked the chapters grab you from the beginning to the end of the story. Highly recommend to all Halloween and mystery lovers.
December 31, 2025
Review of A Twist of Trouble
Simone Stier's is a phenomenal writer of cozy Mysteries. I have loved everyone of her A Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery Series Books. She writes great characters in her stories. I can't wait to read her next book.
Simone Stier's is a phenomenal writer of cozy Mysteries. I have loved everyone of her A Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery Series Books. She writes great characters in her stories. I can't wait to read her next book.
October 6, 2025
Spooktacular 👻
Brilliant as usual! So many twists and turns and the whodunnit…..got me! Each book just gets better and better. Simone never disappoints!
Brilliant as usual! So many twists and turns and the whodunnit…..got me! Each book just gets better and better. Simone never disappoints!
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