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Charlotte Denver #2
Fudge Cake, Felony and a Funeral
What happens when small-town murder meets a big-hearted café owner? Light, clean, fun, cozy mysteries, set in an English coastal town, with characters who'll stay with you long after you've finished reading, and recipes to try for yourself. No gore, graphic language, sex or violence, and no cliffhangers! Grief, greed and grudges - the perfect recipe for murder ... The death of a much loved member of the community is the catalyst for another murder in the bustling English coastal town of St. Eves. When relatives of the deceased arrive in town it's not long before tempers flare as they become consumed by greed, so intent are they to get their hands on the family fortune. As hostilities go from bad to worse, Charlotte Denver inherits a new addition to her family and becomes involved in a feud which threatens to rid her beloved town of a long-standing landmark. When a body is discovered in the car park of a local hotel, Detective Chief Inspector Nathan Costello heads up the murder investigation as Charlotte delves for clues to the identity of the killer, and finds her life in danger as the story twists and turns its way to a dramatic conclusion. Join Charlotte and the rest of the St. Eves' residents in this, the second book in the Charlotte Denver Cozy Mystery Series. This is a clean mystery read and contains no strong profanity, sex or graphic violence.
240 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 27, 2015
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June 2, 2021
This is Book 2 in the Charlotte Denver series.
The old man from Book 1, Tom Potts, who had just turned 100 years old, has died and his children and grandchildren are in town for the funeral.
Tom Potts was a great favourite in the town of St Eves and everyone loved him. Well, everyone except his kids. It turns out that his children and grandchildren were quite greedy and rude.
There was a rumour that Tom has won the lottery and so his children were desperate to find this ticket and get the money. They each had a reason for needing the money.
But during the search for this lottery ticket, one of Tom's daughters was murdered and several days later, there was also a murder attempt against Charlotte as well.
A murder attempt against the main character is not a common trope in these type of books, so I was very intrigued to read this book - Number 2 in the series. I am certainly intrigued enough to continue reading the series.
The old man from Book 1, Tom Potts, who had just turned 100 years old, has died and his children and grandchildren are in town for the funeral.
Tom Potts was a great favourite in the town of St Eves and everyone loved him. Well, everyone except his kids. It turns out that his children and grandchildren were quite greedy and rude.
There was a rumour that Tom has won the lottery and so his children were desperate to find this ticket and get the money. They each had a reason for needing the money.
But during the search for this lottery ticket, one of Tom's daughters was murdered and several days later, there was also a murder attempt against Charlotte as well.
A murder attempt against the main character is not a common trope in these type of books, so I was very intrigued to read this book - Number 2 in the series. I am certainly intrigued enough to continue reading the series.
March 19, 2017
Charlotte Denver is the local cafe owner at the marina in St Eves - a town where there have been no hard crimes for years, but suddenly, they seem to be happening all the time. This time, it's the highly unlikeable Miranda Potts, daughter of recently deceased St Eves resident, Tom Potts.
Reading the second book in this series directly after reading the first was a little too much cutesy and a little too much amateur detective to stomach. The residents of St Eves really are stuck in the previous century, everyone is a caricature, and discovering the murderer a little too easy.
A cute, light read.
Reading the second book in this series directly after reading the first was a little too much cutesy and a little too much amateur detective to stomach. The residents of St Eves really are stuck in the previous century, everyone is a caricature, and discovering the murderer a little too easy.
A cute, light read.
September 28, 2023
In this second book of the serie Charlotte and Nathan investigates a murder of a daughter of deceased Tom, old inhabitant of the town who was a regular client of Charlotte's cafe. The book is nicely written and I enjoyed reading it. I will be reading the next one very soon.
January 20, 2016
Fifth book of my holiday reads.
This is the second novel in the series and as much as I enjoyed the first book, this one I really loved.
Even if you haven't read the first book, it doesn't matter as this can easily be read as a stand alone.
As with the first book there is some fab recipes for anyone who enjoyed cooking. Another enjoyable read in the series and very much looking forward to the next one.
This is the second novel in the series and as much as I enjoyed the first book, this one I really loved.
Even if you haven't read the first book, it doesn't matter as this can easily be read as a stand alone.
As with the first book there is some fab recipes for anyone who enjoyed cooking. Another enjoyable read in the series and very much looking forward to the next one.
July 5, 2019
Sometimes all you need is just a fluffy cozy mystery and this delivers. It's been 4 years since I read book 1 of this series but it didn't matter, I got right into the characters quickly. What is strange (or maybe just formulaic) is that during this time I read another cozy mystery series with almost the exact same sort of set up as this (H.Y. Hanna's Oxford Tearoom series). It didn't dawn on me that the two are practically identical in set up till I started on this book.
The similarities:
- Cafe/tearoom run by a local girl (albeit a returned-home girl in Hanna's series)
- Beautiful best friend who also works at/runs the cafe
- Main girl has a short/pixie cut
- Convenient boyfriend cop
- Main girl does some detective work and seems to be better at it than the boyfriend (or just more nosy?)
- A gaggle of gossipy old biddies adding color to the cast of characters
- A suddenly adopted pet (Muesli the cat in one who was the pet of a suspect, and Pippin the dog in the other who was the pet of a dead neighbor)
- A cozy cottage that the main character acquires
I still have more books to read in this series, but so far am enjoying this one a bit more. Hope Charlotte can stand to remain less annoying than Gemma. Interested to see what other parallels I can find as well.
The similarities:
- Cafe/tearoom run by a local girl (albeit a returned-home girl in Hanna's series)
- Beautiful best friend who also works at/runs the cafe
- Main girl has a short/pixie cut
- Convenient boyfriend cop
- Main girl does some detective work and seems to be better at it than the boyfriend (or just more nosy?)
- A gaggle of gossipy old biddies adding color to the cast of characters
- A suddenly adopted pet (Muesli the cat in one who was the pet of a suspect, and Pippin the dog in the other who was the pet of a dead neighbor)
- A cozy cottage that the main character acquires
I still have more books to read in this series, but so far am enjoying this one a bit more. Hope Charlotte can stand to remain less annoying than Gemma. Interested to see what other parallels I can find as well.
March 15, 2017
I enjoyed the first book in this series and this maintains the standard. Whilst there are still some issues with Americanisms in the book, they are more than compensated for by the quality of the writing, the descriptions of the characters, who are all, good and bad, easy to relate to.
The story revolves around an elderly man who just passed away, and his very objectionable family arrive for the funeral and pick over his belongings. Things get more interesting when rumours of an unclaimed lottery ticket start circulating. This leads to a murder, and as the main character, Charlotte, is left a bequest, she finishes up in danger as well.
The plot is satisfyingly complex with lots of red herrings to distract the reader and is nicely counterpointed by the descriptions of everyday life which are scattered about the book.
If you are looking for a good fun read, which has a clever plot and feel-good ending, then this is an ideal choice.
The story revolves around an elderly man who just passed away, and his very objectionable family arrive for the funeral and pick over his belongings. Things get more interesting when rumours of an unclaimed lottery ticket start circulating. This leads to a murder, and as the main character, Charlotte, is left a bequest, she finishes up in danger as well.
The plot is satisfyingly complex with lots of red herrings to distract the reader and is nicely counterpointed by the descriptions of everyday life which are scattered about the book.
If you are looking for a good fun read, which has a clever plot and feel-good ending, then this is an ideal choice.
April 5, 2023
Fudge Cake, Felony and a Funeral ( A Charlotte Denver CO OXY mystery Book 2)
This cozy Charlotte Denver loses a close friend at 102. Tom her neighbors family come and stick around looking for a lost lottery ticket. As his family gets involved in the community, one of them is killed. In the search of the killer Charlotte gains a four leg companion and a mystery death to solve.
This cozy Charlotte Denver loses a close friend at 102. Tom her neighbors family come and stick around looking for a lost lottery ticket. As his family gets involved in the community, one of them is killed. In the search of the killer Charlotte gains a four leg companion and a mystery death to solve.
December 30, 2023
Excellent storyline and very well written. 1st book I've read by this author and have downloaded book one. Definitely want to follow this series. I loved the dog in the story, he made it more interesting. It was a very well written mystery and keeps you guessing as to who the killer is. But it has an amazing ending so I'm onto the 1st book before I start number 3.
December 10, 2017
Well written with good character development and good plot. I like how Charlotte just tumbles onto clues & information instead of purposely going after it, leaving Nathan to do his detective duties. Very refreshing change from most woman sleuth cozy mysteries.
May 4, 2021
I enjoyed this book - it’s the second in the series, Charlotte Denver runs a cafe in a fishing village in Cornwall - there’s a murder, interesting characters, a very cute dog - and a handsome police detective. It’s a cute series, well worth your time.
February 20, 2021
This book was very good and I just couldn't stop reading. This book is much better than book 1 and I have a feeling this is going to my one of my new favourite series to read ❤️❤️❤️
June 16, 2021
This series is cute, fun and great to read on a cruise while by the pool. Characterizations are really a strong area, but add so much to cozy mysteries.
July 17, 2021
Review
Although I had read this before, it was still a fun read. Loved every word. And was amazed that karma played such an important role. You reap what you sow😄
Although I had read this before, it was still a fun read. Loved every word. And was amazed that karma played such an important role. You reap what you sow😄
February 5, 2024
Charlotte es demasiado buena, hasta para ella misma 😃
March 13, 2017
Charlotte Denver, owner of “Charlotte’s Plaice” in St. Eves. She has advanced her relationship with the Police Chief, Nathan Costello. Life is going very well, or is it?
Second book from Sherri Bryan, you can tell she’s fitting in comfortably with this series. Great read!
Second book from Sherri Bryan, you can tell she’s fitting in comfortably with this series. Great read!
March 10, 2017
Another winner from Sherri Bryan. This book is fun and exciting. I love Charlotte Denver and all the other people of St. Eve's. It's a kinky little town. But it suits them.
September 27, 2023
Cute cozy. When a beloved customer at Charlotte's cafe passes away and his family comes to town for the funeral, fur flies.
July 5, 2015
A Wonderful Mystery!
This is the second book in the Charlotte Denver mystery series. It takes place in a small seaside village in England. It opens with Charlotte & her friends coping with grief at the funeral of their cherished friend, Tom. Enter his obnoxious family members who appear to only be interested in how much money Tom left them. The reader is then transported through a murder & numerous dysfunctional family dynamics. However, we are also shown the love & strength of Charlotte's & boyfriend Nathan's relationship. Charlotte is a warm & caring person which is demonstrated quite often. The author did a great job of drawing me in & making me care about her characters & how they survived the different situations they are thrown into. I thoroughly enjoyed this book & can't wait for book 3! There are also some very delicious recipes included at the end. I also expanded my vocabulary looking up many British terms used in the book that I was unfamiliar with being an American. (I did guess that aubergine was what we Americans call eggplant!)
This is the second book in the Charlotte Denver mystery series. It takes place in a small seaside village in England. It opens with Charlotte & her friends coping with grief at the funeral of their cherished friend, Tom. Enter his obnoxious family members who appear to only be interested in how much money Tom left them. The reader is then transported through a murder & numerous dysfunctional family dynamics. However, we are also shown the love & strength of Charlotte's & boyfriend Nathan's relationship. Charlotte is a warm & caring person which is demonstrated quite often. The author did a great job of drawing me in & making me care about her characters & how they survived the different situations they are thrown into. I thoroughly enjoyed this book & can't wait for book 3! There are also some very delicious recipes included at the end. I also expanded my vocabulary looking up many British terms used in the book that I was unfamiliar with being an American. (I did guess that aubergine was what we Americans call eggplant!)
January 3, 2016
This is a fun, fast read. Charlotte Denver's friend and oldest citizen of St. Eves has died and his awful family has come to handle his affairs. A winning lottery ticket rumor makes the family even more desperate. When one of the heirs is found dead in the street, killed with a stiletto heel; it seems every one of Tom's family has a reason to kill. Charlotte tries to stay out of the investigation, as her DI boyfriend asks, but she keeps being pulled in. When she learns she is one of Tom's beneficiaries she is attacked.
January 3, 2016
I really like the Charlotte Denver mysteries. This is the second book in the series and was even better than the first!
This book was everything I hope a cozy mystery will be: great characters, a setting I would like to visit, a good plot, and a merry chase to find out whodunit. As a bonus, there are fabulous recipes at the end of the story. My mouth is watering over the Aubergine with Spinach and a Parmesan Crust.
This book was everything I hope a cozy mystery will be: great characters, a setting I would like to visit, a good plot, and a merry chase to find out whodunit. As a bonus, there are fabulous recipes at the end of the story. My mouth is watering over the Aubergine with Spinach and a Parmesan Crust.
January 31, 2016
Charlotte is knee deep in a murder again
Book two of this series is an excellent story. A life lo e friend and resident has passed. Bring in the family
of gold diggers who have not visited in years. Add a murder of one of them and the plot thickens. Will Charlotte live to get her share of the inheritance. Read book two to find out.
Book two of this series is an excellent story. A life lo e friend and resident has passed. Bring in the family
of gold diggers who have not visited in years. Add a murder of one of them and the plot thickens. Will Charlotte live to get her share of the inheritance. Read book two to find out.
February 18, 2016
Obnoxious Clan
Nice little story about a man who died, Tom Potts, whose greedy obnoxious family are looking for a winning lotto ticket. Before he died Tom won the lottery but no one knows where the ticket is. Marjorie, one of his kids, is murdered because it is agreed that she would be the one to hold the ticket when it is found.
Nice little story about a man who died, Tom Potts, whose greedy obnoxious family are looking for a winning lotto ticket. Before he died Tom won the lottery but no one knows where the ticket is. Marjorie, one of his kids, is murdered because it is agreed that she would be the one to hold the ticket when it is found.
May 27, 2016
Brilliant!!
I so enjoyed this book, she describes everything so well it makes for a realistic read. I loved the story line and characters, I could not put the book down. I totally recommend this book, if your looking for a relaxing interesting murder mystery. I am ready for the next book in the series, excellent!!
I so enjoyed this book, she describes everything so well it makes for a realistic read. I loved the story line and characters, I could not put the book down. I totally recommend this book, if your looking for a relaxing interesting murder mystery. I am ready for the next book in the series, excellent!!
July 5, 2015
Enjoyable
The first book in this series was very good, but this one is better. Love all the characters and a more in-depth study if them...plus love the dog. Hope there will be more to come.
The first book in this series was very good, but this one is better. Love all the characters and a more in-depth study if them...plus love the dog. Hope there will be more to come.
January 9, 2016
Delightful
I really enjoyed reading this book. It is cozy but there is a depth to the plot. It has a feel good ending not just because of the solved murder but because of the characters that are nice to each other.
I really enjoyed reading this book. It is cozy but there is a depth to the plot. It has a feel good ending not just because of the solved murder but because of the characters that are nice to each other.
November 3, 2015
Brilliant
Loved it easy to read, could not put it down.
Can't wait to read the next one in the series.
Loved it easy to read, could not put it down.
Can't wait to read the next one in the series.
November 23, 2015
Good easy reading
January 3, 2016
A great read!
Another fab book from Sherri Bryan, I really enjoyed the first one but this was even better! Cannot wait to read book 3 :)
Another fab book from Sherri Bryan, I really enjoyed the first one but this was even better! Cannot wait to read book 3 :)
January 5, 2016
very good
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