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Maple Hills #3
Blueberry Truffle Murder
Maple Hill Cozy Mysteries can be read in one to two hours. It is perfect for those moments when you are waiting at an appointment or want to enjoy a quick read.
Nikki Bates’s time in picturesque Maple Hills, Vermont has been far from the postcard scene she first imagined. While her chocolate shop is doing well, her personal life has hit a few snags… and bodies… along the way. Between exposing corrupt officials, unmasking the Mafia and solving more than a few murders, Nikki has made some friends and earned many enemies.
Now, an old vendetta from her days in Atlanta has reared its head and followed her north, finding her nestled amongst the trees and chocolate, surrounded by gossip, intrigue and people that want Nikki out of town. When a woman with close ties to her newest ward is found murdered, Nikki must race to connect the clues, solve the case and salvage her reputation.
Yet the wheels of vengeance are turning and this is one time Nikki may lose everything, including her life…
Nikki Bates’s time in picturesque Maple Hills, Vermont has been far from the postcard scene she first imagined. While her chocolate shop is doing well, her personal life has hit a few snags… and bodies… along the way. Between exposing corrupt officials, unmasking the Mafia and solving more than a few murders, Nikki has made some friends and earned many enemies.
Now, an old vendetta from her days in Atlanta has reared its head and followed her north, finding her nestled amongst the trees and chocolate, surrounded by gossip, intrigue and people that want Nikki out of town. When a woman with close ties to her newest ward is found murdered, Nikki must race to connect the clues, solve the case and salvage her reputation.
Yet the wheels of vengeance are turning and this is one time Nikki may lose everything, including her life…
- GenresCozy MysteryMystery
144 pages, ebook
First published July 18, 2016
158 people are currently reading
181 people want to read
About the author
Wendy Meadows
187 books436 followersWendy Meadows is a USA Today bestselling cozy mystery author who creates the perfect escape for readers who love amateur sleuths, small-town secrets, and mysteries you can solve with a cup of tea in hand.
Her beloved series—including Sweetfern Harbor, Alaska Cozy Mysteries, and Travel Writer Mysteries—feature quirky characters, family bonds, and charming whodunits with no gore, just gentle intrigue that keeps you guessing.
When she's not plotting her next puzzle, she's spoiling her pets, enjoying time with her two adult children, and hunting for the perfect hybrid tea rose to inspire her peaceful settings.
Join her cozy community and get a free ebook plus behind-the-scenes peeks into her stories and characters.
Her beloved series—including Sweetfern Harbor, Alaska Cozy Mysteries, and Travel Writer Mysteries—feature quirky characters, family bonds, and charming whodunits with no gore, just gentle intrigue that keeps you guessing.
When she's not plotting her next puzzle, she's spoiling her pets, enjoying time with her two adult children, and hunting for the perfect hybrid tea rose to inspire her peaceful settings.
Join her cozy community and get a free ebook plus behind-the-scenes peeks into her stories and characters.
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June 15, 2018
Justice for all
Great storyline but could have done with being fleshed out more as it seemed rushed in places. When a dead woman is found, everyone is aghast at who it is. What was she doing there? Who killed her? The answers don't all fall into place in this book and there are a few loose ends left. Just a few more pages could have made a vast difference. Also the characters have strayed a bit from their previous stance.
Great storyline but could have done with being fleshed out more as it seemed rushed in places. When a dead woman is found, everyone is aghast at who it is. What was she doing there? Who killed her? The answers don't all fall into place in this book and there are a few loose ends left. Just a few more pages could have made a vast difference. Also the characters have strayed a bit from their previous stance.
August 14, 2017
Love this author!
Wendy Meadows, caught my eyes a few weeks back. I have read one of her cosy mysteries everyday since. I love 'ALL' her writings, her characters, her clean cosy myteries! I hope Wendy continues to write, as much as I choose to read, her writings!!
Wendy Meadows, caught my eyes a few weeks back. I have read one of her cosy mysteries everyday since. I love 'ALL' her writings, her characters, her clean cosy myteries! I hope Wendy continues to write, as much as I choose to read, her writings!!
November 24, 2017
Good
As I continue with this series, each subsequent installment seems less disjointed than the first one I read. I intend to read all 10 books in this cozy series. I like Wendy Meadows, so I’ll stick with her books for a bit.
As I continue with this series, each subsequent installment seems less disjointed than the first one I read. I intend to read all 10 books in this cozy series. I like Wendy Meadows, so I’ll stick with her books for a bit.
May 20, 2019
Easy reading
Wendy Meadows is a great author for when you want to read a good book without a heavy commitment. Her characters are engaging, and although each book is a stand alone, they make you want to read the next book
Wendy Meadows is a great author for when you want to read a good book without a heavy commitment. Her characters are engaging, and although each book is a stand alone, they make you want to read the next book
April 28, 2021
The third book.
This is the third installment of this series. Small town Vermont is definitely not quiet. There are a couple of murders. There is a hit man who is.hired to follow Nikki Bates. Her past is brought in to play. The end is fun.
This is the third installment of this series. Small town Vermont is definitely not quiet. There are a couple of murders. There is a hit man who is.hired to follow Nikki Bates. Her past is brought in to play. The end is fun.
March 14, 2024
I enjoyed this book. Third book in the series and Nikki and Hawk are still working together to solve the murders, caused my Nikki’s pass. Fast read and good story. Can’t wait to see what happens in the next book.
November 1, 2017
Good....
February 20, 2018
This series has turned out to be enjoyable. The characters are all coming together as a small family. I plan on reading the series. This is the first series I've read from Wendy Meadows. Great read.
March 31, 2018
Blueberry Truffle Murder
Nikki is in the middle of it again. Who would have ever thought that trouble and dead bodies would follow her?!
Nikki is in the middle of it again. Who would have ever thought that trouble and dead bodies would follow her?!
July 13, 2020
Dear author. You need an editor. Badly. The writing is actually worse as this book progresses.
A content editor, and a line by line edit, could maybe help...
A content editor, and a line by line edit, could maybe help...
August 12, 2020
Great book
Great book. Great storyline. Great characters. My favorite character is Zach. I am starting to like Hawk’s father. Would definitely recommend series.
Great book. Great storyline. Great characters. My favorite character is Zach. I am starting to like Hawk’s father. Would definitely recommend series.
October 7, 2020
I LOVE this series! 😊 Each book is edge of your seat, can't turn the pages fast enough exciting. I don't know how Ms. Meadows packs so much into so few pages but I am SO GLAD SHE DOES!😁
November 9, 2021
I absolutely loved it! I’m really enjoying reading to finding the good mystery book…
Looking forward to read another book series…
Looking forward to read another book series…
January 31, 2022
Totally awesome
This series is so much fun to read. And this story was so exciting I could not put it down once I started.
This series is so much fun to read. And this story was so exciting I could not put it down once I started.
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July 6, 2022Another good story in the maple hills cozy mystery series. I recommend reading them all. They are really fun to read.
October 12, 2022
Not my favorite. I like this author but this one just seemed blah.
December 18, 2022
I got this free on my Nook. So I said why not.
Super short and quick read. Really enjoyed it the first few. Will eventually get the rest.
Super short and quick read. Really enjoyed it the first few. Will eventually get the rest.
May 28, 2023
If I hadn't already borrowed this from my library, I certainly wouldn't have gone looking for more.
Improbable and saccharine!
Improbable and saccharine!
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November 16, 2023Honestly, no rating cause I don't remember a thing. Fully on me. I'm sure this is a lovely book! XD But I just don't even remember what I read lol
July 6, 2025
another great book in the series. these are shorter books but very good and very action packed
September 27, 2025
Great read
March 4, 2017
The past can come back to haunt you
Nikki is turning this small groups of misfits into the perfect little family unit who protect each other no matter what. Love this series
Nikki is turning this small groups of misfits into the perfect little family unit who protect each other no matter what. Love this series
August 3, 2016
Most enjoyable
I enjoyed reading this story. I liked the characters and how they went about solving the murder mystery. Good read.
I enjoyed reading this story. I liked the characters and how they went about solving the murder mystery. Good read.
September 28, 2016
Much better
I like this book much better than the first two but I might go back and read them again. I enjoyed the characters and the mysteries were devious
I like this book much better than the first two but I might go back and read them again. I enjoyed the characters and the mysteries were devious
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June 3, 2017Nikki is learning that a few of the people in her new town don't like the way she handled her last case. They don't like change. In this book, a member of a close friend's family is murdered and Nikki and Hawk are on the case. This is a wonderful author and a terrific series!
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