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A Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery Series #13
A Twist of Trouble: A Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery Book 13
Halloween has arrived in Magnolia Grove—and this year the chills aren’t just from the autumn air.
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 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.
All books in the series can be read as standalones.
The Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery Series
A Shot of ScandalA Drizzle of DangerA Blend of BetrayalA Measure of MayhemA Sprinkle of SecretsA Hint of HomicideA Dash of DeceitA Pinch of PerilA Brew of BlundersA Roast of RevengeA Crumble of ChaosA Dusting of DoubtA Twist of TroubleA Dollop of DisasterA Whisk of WoesAlso coming to the Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery
A Cup of CrimeA Steep of SuspicionA Pour of PanicA Grind of GuiltA Splash of SuspenseA Latte of LiesA Teaspoon of TerrorA Swirl of ShadowsA Mocha of Murder
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 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.
All books in the series can be read as standalones.
The Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery Series
A Shot of ScandalA Drizzle of DangerA Blend of BetrayalA Measure of MayhemA Sprinkle of SecretsA Hint of HomicideA Dash of DeceitA Pinch of PerilA Brew of BlundersA Roast of RevengeA Crumble of ChaosA Dusting of DoubtA Twist of TroubleA Dollop of DisasterA Whisk of WoesAlso coming to the Cafe Crimes Cozy Mystery
A Cup of CrimeA Steep of SuspicionA Pour of PanicA Grind of GuiltA Splash of SuspenseA Latte of LiesA Teaspoon of TerrorA Swirl of ShadowsA Mocha of Murder
209 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2025
45 people want to read
About the author
Simone Stier
20 books65 followersSimone Stier and her husband Peter are the duo behind the bestselling Cafe Crimes cozy mystery series—clean, humorous whodunits filled with small-town secrets, quirky characters and twisty cases to solve.
Blending humor, heart and Southern charm, Simone’s mysteries are perfect for fans who love clean fun, coffee-fueled adventures and amateur sleuths who always find themselves in the middle of trouble. When she and Peter aren’t plotting their next fictional crime, they’re exploring North Carolina with their dog Cali.
Their heroine, Parker Hayes, is a former true-crime podcaster turned cafe owner and amateur sleuth. In the charming town of Magnolia Grove, Parker serves up lattes, laughter and clever sleuthing while stumbling into mysteries that keep readers guessing until the very last page.
Ready to start your next cozy read? Discover the Cafe Crimes series and sign up for Simone’s newsletter for a free story and author updates..
Blending humor, heart and Southern charm, Simone’s mysteries are perfect for fans who love clean fun, coffee-fueled adventures and amateur sleuths who always find themselves in the middle of trouble. When she and Peter aren’t plotting their next fictional crime, they’re exploring North Carolina with their dog Cali.
Their heroine, Parker Hayes, is a former true-crime podcaster turned cafe owner and amateur sleuth. In the charming town of Magnolia Grove, Parker serves up lattes, laughter and clever sleuthing while stumbling into mysteries that keep readers guessing until the very last page.
Ready to start your next cozy read? Discover the Cafe Crimes series and sign up for Simone’s newsletter for a free story and author updates..
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 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.
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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