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Oh Fudge! Cozy Mystery #2
Candy Corn Crime
*** Coffee Break Cozies – Delicious Cozy Mysteries you can Devour in One Sitting!***
Welcome to Cider Island – a town where anyone who’s anyone knows something about someone. It’s just that kind of place. And when the Island’s most beloved blogger is murdered days before Halloween, the mood is anything but sweet.
With Halloween right around the corner, Ida Noe is busier than a mosquito in a nudist colony. Her famous Candy Corn Crackle fudge has always been a crowd favorite -- but when word spreads through town that her frightfully good fudge is at the center of a bizarre murder investigation, it whips Ida into a Frankenstein-sized frenzy.
Can Ida and her offbeat best friend clear her name before Ida is forced to trade in her favorite tri-colored candy for stripes of a different kind?
Welcome to Cider Island – a town where anyone who’s anyone knows something about someone. It’s just that kind of place. And when the Island’s most beloved blogger is murdered days before Halloween, the mood is anything but sweet.
With Halloween right around the corner, Ida Noe is busier than a mosquito in a nudist colony. Her famous Candy Corn Crackle fudge has always been a crowd favorite -- but when word spreads through town that her frightfully good fudge is at the center of a bizarre murder investigation, it whips Ida into a Frankenstein-sized frenzy.
Can Ida and her offbeat best friend clear her name before Ida is forced to trade in her favorite tri-colored candy for stripes of a different kind?
- GenresCozy MysteryMystery
270 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 22, 2016
About the author
Grace Lemon
3 books27 followersWhen she's not racing around after her three busy kids, or reminding her husband to pick up his dirty socks, author Grace Lemon loves to whip up a deliciously devious cozy mystery from her country home in the Northern Canadian backwoods.
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October 19, 2017
Funny little mystery series that resolves the crime better than the actual police department in that town. It's funny, mysterious, good reading that is simple and uncharacteristically fuuny.
October 19, 2016
.Ida, who is part Miss Marple & part Betty Crocker, has become one of my favorite senior citizen heroines. I love her spunk and that she knows her limitations (physically & legally). 'Candy' is a great read. I've enjoyed the series so far and certainly hope it continues.
Grace Lemon, although utilizing food in cozy mysteries isn't new, has crafted the mystery portion with fresh ideas. Using a blogger as a victim was a smart way to go. As we meet more characters in the series, we realize that Cider Island is as complex as any other town.
With its Halloween theme, 'Candy Corn Crime' is the perfect pick for this time of year. I give it 4 stars.
Grace Lemon, although utilizing food in cozy mysteries isn't new, has crafted the mystery portion with fresh ideas. Using a blogger as a victim was a smart way to go. As we meet more characters in the series, we realize that Cider Island is as complex as any other town.
With its Halloween theme, 'Candy Corn Crime' is the perfect pick for this time of year. I give it 4 stars.
May 23, 2017
Fun and Clever
I enjoyed the second book in the Oh Fudge series. It was cute, witty, and a lot of fun! Also, it was very cIever--I didn't suspect the murderer or method. The candy corn fudge made my mouth water... I wish the author included the recipe. I hope there is another Ida Noe book coming out because these are a delight to read!
I enjoyed the second book in the Oh Fudge series. It was cute, witty, and a lot of fun! Also, it was very cIever--I didn't suspect the murderer or method. The candy corn fudge made my mouth water... I wish the author included the recipe. I hope there is another Ida Noe book coming out because these are a delight to read!
October 9, 2018
Cute! Short and sweet!
September 30, 2017
Great short read
Great short read the characters a complex making it a riveting quick read. Always a surprise ending. Read it! 💖
Great short read the characters a complex making it a riveting quick read. Always a surprise ending. Read it! 💖
September 4, 2017
Loved it..
I really enjoyed this book.. Fun,cute and sassy. I honestly couldn't put it down. Great characters I would recommend
This book for sure.
I really enjoyed this book.. Fun,cute and sassy. I honestly couldn't put it down. Great characters I would recommend
This book for sure.
June 28, 2019
This is a fun Halloween novella. I was initially drawn to this book because of the title, as I love candy corn season. I loved the description of Ida's Candy Corn Crackle Fudge. Sounds so good! I wish the recipe had been included because I want to make it! I enjoyed all the Halloweeny details in the novella. Cozy readers will really enjoy this cute holiday mystery.
August 10, 2017
This book wasn't bad. I KNEW what the weapon was, very early on. However, I didn't expect the twist to it. Unfortunately, there is no explanation about how Ida knew the way in which it was used.
Other than that...this was a nice read. I appreciate the free Fudge Shop Fatality, too, THANKS!
Other than that...this was a nice read. I appreciate the free Fudge Shop Fatality, too, THANKS!
November 10, 2016
Ok read
This was an okay read for a short story. Maybe the storyline will get better as the books progress in the series.
This was an okay read for a short story. Maybe the storyline will get better as the books progress in the series.
December 22, 2016
good read
good story two crimes in one.
read her first story in the same e evening will be interested in any more stories she writes
good story two crimes in one.
read her first story in the same e evening will be interested in any more stories she writes
October 23, 2017
Candy corn Crime. Another fun adventure with Ida Noe and her beau Eldon, with able assistance from her gal pal Libby.
Small town theft, murder, mystery and mayhem with nummy sweet treats. I missed the usual recipes at the end of this book.
Loved the small town friends and families mix-ups and chaos, and the classic murder mystery feel.
Lots of fun! Can't wait for the next one!
Small town theft, murder, mystery and mayhem with nummy sweet treats. I missed the usual recipes at the end of this book.
Loved the small town friends and families mix-ups and chaos, and the classic murder mystery feel.
Lots of fun! Can't wait for the next one!
February 5, 2018
Fantastic!
This second book in the Oh Fudge! Cozy mystery series was so much fun to read. I wish the story could have been longer, as I already miss the characters and the little town they live in. I can't wait for Grace Lemon to whip up a third mystery with Ida , Eldon and other wonderful residents of Cider Island.
This second book in the Oh Fudge! Cozy mystery series was so much fun to read. I wish the story could have been longer, as I already miss the characters and the little town they live in. I can't wait for Grace Lemon to whip up a third mystery with Ida , Eldon and other wonderful residents of Cider Island.
August 28, 2019
Feels like a lot of details are missing.
Story was hard to follow sometimes. The author tried to be cute, but it was annoying reading now The women didn't know how to use a search engine. The solution wrapped up really fast.
Story was hard to follow sometimes. The author tried to be cute, but it was annoying reading now The women didn't know how to use a search engine. The solution wrapped up really fast.
October 20, 2019
Great cozy mystery
Another great story in the Oh! fudge cozy mystery series!! I love the characters and storylines, and can't wait to read the others in the series! If you don't have a sweet tooth before you start reading this series, you certainly will afterwards!!
Another great story in the Oh! fudge cozy mystery series!! I love the characters and storylines, and can't wait to read the others in the series! If you don't have a sweet tooth before you start reading this series, you certainly will afterwards!!
July 29, 2024
Hilarious and delicious
This upbeat and fast-paced cozy mystery made my day! The word play made me giggle, the delicious treat are appealing and the reason for the murder is such a shock! Definitely read more books by this author.
This upbeat and fast-paced cozy mystery made my day! The word play made me giggle, the delicious treat are appealing and the reason for the murder is such a shock! Definitely read more books by this author.
September 5, 2017
Fun read
I enjoy the characters and their quirky personalities. Very good light hearted read. cannot really needed a short quick read.
I enjoy the characters and their quirky personalities. Very good light hearted read. cannot really needed a short quick read.
December 28, 2017
Sweet
These are cheesy, sweet mysteries that lack all substance. Nonetheless, they are enjoyable to read. The author could do with an editor, though.
These are cheesy, sweet mysteries that lack all substance. Nonetheless, they are enjoyable to read. The author could do with an editor, though.
January 29, 2018
Love Ida
Great quick read. Ida always gets wrapped up in something sweet and exciting. Great for a quick read to pass the time.
Great quick read. Ida always gets wrapped up in something sweet and exciting. Great for a quick read to pass the time.
June 10, 2018
I loved this Kindle short read and will be looking for more from Grace Lemon.
April 12, 2019
Author check your timeline
Is is two years since the last book (as stated that the dog shop has been there two years)? Or one year when paying the librarian in fudge suggests
Is is two years since the last book (as stated that the dog shop has been there two years)? Or one year when paying the librarian in fudge suggests
May 7, 2019
Sweet, yet not too sweet.
This book is an easy read. It keeps your interest throughout the book. You can also imagine what each character looks like.
This book is an easy read. It keeps your interest throughout the book. You can also imagine what each character looks like.
November 1, 2019
A nice cozy short murder mystery. This book makes me want some fudge!!
October 29, 2021
A sweet treat
Fun series. Fast read with characters you can relate with... Middle age women with talents and brains. Fun Halloween read as well
Fun series. Fast read with characters you can relate with... Middle age women with talents and brains. Fun Halloween read as well
January 15, 2022
ok read
The characters were not well defined . Good for a kids book but not so much an adult. Was able to read in a day and only .99 so not bad .
The characters were not well defined . Good for a kids book but not so much an adult. Was able to read in a day and only .99 so not bad .
April 22, 2022
Great quick read!
I love how entertaining it is without being so over detailed and confusing. I'd recommend this book to anyone wanting a quick read and a cozy story.
I love how entertaining it is without being so over detailed and confusing. I'd recommend this book to anyone wanting a quick read and a cozy story.
November 19, 2023
fast read
This was a fun book to read it’s hard to put down. I also read book 1 which was just as great looking forward to the next one.
This was a fun book to read it’s hard to put down. I also read book 1 which was just as great looking forward to the next one.
March 4, 2026
The series is funny
December 11, 2016
cute cozy mystery
October 22, 2016
Halloween is fast approaching and the citizens of Cider Island are busy preparing for the big day. Fudge Queen Ida Noe receives a large order for her special Candy Corn Fudge from a local food blogger. When the blogger is found dead, it looks like Ida's fudge may be to blame. It will take all Ida's sleuthing skills, along with the help of retired police chief Eldon Topper and her lab Smudge, to prove her innocence.
There are many cooking themed cozy mysteries on the market, but the first two in this series are above average. The characters in Grace Lemon's books are likeable and there are many ways in which they can grow and their stories develop. I enjoyed this book and I think you will too.
There are many cooking themed cozy mysteries on the market, but the first two in this series are above average. The characters in Grace Lemon's books are likeable and there are many ways in which they can grow and their stories develop. I enjoyed this book and I think you will too.
April 9, 2017
Great book
Great quick read. I would say if you need a book, get this one. Ida is a cool older Lady.
Great quick read. I would say if you need a book, get this one. Ida is a cool older Lady.
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