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Darling Deli #20
Glazed Ham Murder
Just when you think you’re headed for a smooth ride…Murder throws a wrench in the works.Deli owner and amateur sleuth, Moira Darling, receives a tearful call from her daughter, Candice, and discovers that the distraught young woman’s car was stolen.A missing convertible seems, at first, to be the worst of their troubles, but the next day, a man is found dead on the side of the road, and it appears that her daughter’s missing car just might have been the murder weapon.Moira has absolutely no doubt that Candice is innocent, but unfortunately, she seems to be the only one who thinks so.With Easter just around the corner, and Darling’s DELIcious Delights busier than ever, life seems to be pulling Moira in all directions at once. Working together, the busy deli owner and her husband struggle to clear Candice’s name and try to solve the mystery of the missing car, despite the odds that are stacked against them.Will they save the day? Or will Candice spend her holiday behind bars?Find out in this action-packed Cozy Mystery!
- GenresCozy MysteryCozyMystery
168 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 12, 2017
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Patti Benning
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When Cozy Mystery author, Patti Benning, isn’t busy plotting the deaths of multiple fictitious characters, she loves to spend time hiking with her rescue dog, Max, who is her bestest writing buddy.
Patti loves to cook and the food in her books has been tried and tested in her very own kitchen. She’s technologically shy, and stays away from social media a great deal, because it makes her feel more awkward and introverted than meeting someone face to face.
Writing is the perfect job for her because in her books, she gets to explore all the topics she loves, food, animals, crafts and reading. She loves her readers dearly, and is thankful for the opportunity to share with them through her work.
When Cozy Mystery author, Patti Benning, isn’t busy plotting the deaths of multiple fictitious characters, she loves to spend time hiking with her rescue dog, Max, who is her bestest writing buddy.
Patti loves to cook and the food in her books has been tried and tested in her very own kitchen. She’s technologically shy, and stays away from social media a great deal, because it makes her feel more awkward and introverted than meeting someone face to face.
Writing is the perfect job for her because in her books, she gets to explore all the topics she loves, food, animals, crafts and reading. She loves her readers dearly, and is thankful for the opportunity to share with them through her work.
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April 18, 2017
Food, chocolate, ice cream and beer all play a part in this sizzling series that always takes me on an entertaining adventure. Moira receives a phone call from her daughter, Candace that her car has been stolen. Working with the police and David, her private eye husband, Moira thinks it is just another stolen car case. Then the car shows up in a hit and run death and Candace is a prime suspect. When Candace's fiance's ex-girlfriend shows back up in town and starts stalking Candace, things worsen. Who stole the car and killed an innocent man? Awesome characters who are like family, twisted murder plots and delectable food make this a must read series.
April 16, 2017
Another great addition to Darlings Deli Series. This is such an enjoyable book. There is plenty of suspense and great characters that drive the story. I look forward to reading what happens next.
I received a copy of this manuscript from the publisher, my review has been voluntarily submitted.
I received a copy of this manuscript from the publisher, my review has been voluntarily submitted.
January 9, 2024
Entertaining mystery listening 🎶🔰
This is a kindle e-book from my Kindle Unlimited account book 20 in the series.
Moira Darling, her daughter Candice, and girlfriends have finished painting the deli on a Sunday afternoon. She takes leftover pizza 🍕 to David and his sister at the brewery. Candice's friend Caroline is visiting. That night 🌙 someone steals Candice's car 🚗 and kills a young man 🚹. It was not Candice in the car 🚗. But who? Candice and her boyfriend buy the farm 🚜 the brewery is on. It is there that the truth comes out leading to the arrest of the killer.
I would recommend this 29 novella book series and author to 👍 readers of romantic family and friends relationships adventure mystery novels 👍🔰. 2024 👒😀😡😮🌙
This is a kindle e-book from my Kindle Unlimited account book 20 in the series.
Moira Darling, her daughter Candice, and girlfriends have finished painting the deli on a Sunday afternoon. She takes leftover pizza 🍕 to David and his sister at the brewery. Candice's friend Caroline is visiting. That night 🌙 someone steals Candice's car 🚗 and kills a young man 🚹. It was not Candice in the car 🚗. But who? Candice and her boyfriend buy the farm 🚜 the brewery is on. It is there that the truth comes out leading to the arrest of the killer.
I would recommend this 29 novella book series and author to 👍 readers of romantic family and friends relationships adventure mystery novels 👍🔰. 2024 👒😀😡😮🌙
June 26, 2017
A fast paced cozy mystery. Moira's daughter Candice has her car stolen and it is involved in a hit and run that kills a man. The driver appears to look like Candice. Could she have does this? Read the story to find out. Filled with twists and turns and a surprise ending. I loved every minute of the story.
April 15, 2017
This is yet another wonderful book in this series by author Patti Benning. Easter is just around the corner and Moira and David volunteer to help out at the Easter egg hunt the library is hosting. Moira gets an upsetting phone call from her daughter, Candice, letting her know her car has been stolen. Candice's friend from high school comes for a visit and her fiance's ex-girlfriend is also in town. On top of this, another body is found. Don't ever ask what else can happen as this is just the tip of the iceberg. I went back and forth as to who I thought the murderer was and didn't really know until the end. This is an amazing book!
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
May 8, 2017
Slightly predictable yet still enjoyable.
March 30, 2018
Interesting
This was an interesting storyline. I do not agree with some of the wayward events but I did guess who was guilty.
This was an interesting storyline. I do not agree with some of the wayward events but I did guess who was guilty.
September 18, 2020
Good
This book is not quite as intense as some others by this author, but it does have some unique twists that keep the reader guessing.
This book is not quite as intense as some others by this author, but it does have some unique twists that keep the reader guessing.
April 13, 2017
Easter is a time for family
When Candice invites an old friend to visit for a week Moira is concerned but reluctant to ruin their fun. Until someone ends up dead and Eli's ex attempts to ruin everything it definitely makes for a crazy holiday.
When Candice invites an old friend to visit for a week Moira is concerned but reluctant to ruin their fun. Until someone ends up dead and Eli's ex attempts to ruin everything it definitely makes for a crazy holiday.
April 14, 2017
A good continuing series
I enjoyed this book as a quick read. I had read the series quite a while ago so I could not remember the characters and how they got together. A quick synopsis on past events here or there would have made it easier to follow. I will continue to read each book that comes out in this series.
I enjoyed this book as a quick read. I had read the series quite a while ago so I could not remember the characters and how they got together. A quick synopsis on past events here or there would have made it easier to follow. I will continue to read each book that comes out in this series.
April 22, 2017
Patti has, again, written another great book. Glazed Ham Murder takes place during the Easter weekend. David and Moira enjoy volunteering at the Easter egg hunt. Candace's car is stolen and involved in a hit and run, resulting in a fatality. Candace's friend is in for the weekend. David is trying to sort thru all the circumstances around the hit and run, Plus Eli and Candace give David and Moria a huge surprise.
Good reading, short, but good.
Good reading, short, but good.
April 20, 2017
I am so glad Moors is back!
I was lucky enough to have been given an ARC in return for an honest review. I have been a fan of this series since the very beginning and this book really helps you to realize just how far it has come. It seems so long ago since the start but isn't really but so much has happened for Moors, Candice and David. The regular characters are always wonderful but the new character in this book was just scary and a good reminder that things are not always what they seem to be. After getting past the murder and shocking parts of the story, it's also one of the best as far as the direction the story is moving in, and I am so excited for new books that will follow in the series. The story is well written and characters are well developed. The dialog and events flow seamlessly and naturally. Just plain and simple, It's a good book.
I was lucky enough to have been given an ARC in return for an honest review. I have been a fan of this series since the very beginning and this book really helps you to realize just how far it has come. It seems so long ago since the start but isn't really but so much has happened for Moors, Candice and David. The regular characters are always wonderful but the new character in this book was just scary and a good reminder that things are not always what they seem to be. After getting past the murder and shocking parts of the story, it's also one of the best as far as the direction the story is moving in, and I am so excited for new books that will follow in the series. The story is well written and characters are well developed. The dialog and events flow seamlessly and naturally. Just plain and simple, It's a good book.
April 15, 2017
Interesting turn of events
This one really stumped me. I thought for sure I figured out who the killer was. I also like what is happening with Candace and Eli. Looking forward to many more adventures.
This one really stumped me. I thought for sure I figured out who the killer was. I also like what is happening with Candace and Eli. Looking forward to many more adventures.
April 15, 2017
Very Enjoyable!
In this installment of the Darling Deli series, we get to meet an old friend of Candice's and an ex of Eli's. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and learning more about Candice and Eli's relationship. It's also heartening to see how good a relationship they have with Moira. Wish i could give it 50 stars!!
In this installment of the Darling Deli series, we get to meet an old friend of Candice's and an ex of Eli's. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and learning more about Candice and Eli's relationship. It's also heartening to see how good a relationship they have with Moira. Wish i could give it 50 stars!!
April 21, 2017
One of Candice’s childhood friends has come to visit and Moira is pleasantly surprised at the change in the young woman. When Candice and Caroline were in high school Moira had to put an end to their friendship because Candice was being led in the wrong direction. Now, Caroline is a polite and intelligent person.
It isn’t long before the calm is broken. Candice calls her mother when her car has been stolen overnight. Video from nearby surveillance cameras show the car being driven away and it appears that Candice herself is driving the car. Unfortunately the video also shows something much more frightening. Candice’s car was used in a hit and run of a pedestrian. With Easter on the horizon, Moira needs to prove that Candice did not commit this horrible act.
The latest edition to the Darling Deli Series delivers. The action is intense and filled with red herrings. New characters prove to be very interesting. I look forward to the next book. With Candice’s wedding ahead things could be very interesting.
It isn’t long before the calm is broken. Candice calls her mother when her car has been stolen overnight. Video from nearby surveillance cameras show the car being driven away and it appears that Candice herself is driving the car. Unfortunately the video also shows something much more frightening. Candice’s car was used in a hit and run of a pedestrian. With Easter on the horizon, Moira needs to prove that Candice did not commit this horrible act.
The latest edition to the Darling Deli Series delivers. The action is intense and filled with red herrings. New characters prove to be very interesting. I look forward to the next book. With Candice’s wedding ahead things could be very interesting.
April 16, 2017
The Best Friends Are Old Friends, or Are They?
This installment in the Darling Deli series is the best yet. Candice and Eli have a big surprise in the wings but right now Candice's best friend is visiting and Eli is dealing with his obsessive ex-girlfriend. When Candice's car is stolen and is used in a hit and run David and Moira get involved to prove Candice's innocence.
This was a fast paced cozy keeping me guessing until almost the last page! Patti Benning has done it again!
This installment in the Darling Deli series is the best yet. Candice and Eli have a big surprise in the wings but right now Candice's best friend is visiting and Eli is dealing with his obsessive ex-girlfriend. When Candice's car is stolen and is used in a hit and run David and Moira get involved to prove Candice's innocence.
This was a fast paced cozy keeping me guessing until almost the last page! Patti Benning has done it again!
April 17, 2017
I can't say enough great things about this series. I have loved each and everyone. The characters are fun, exciting, and become like family.
This book is another amazing adventure with Moira and her handsome husband as well as Candice her daughter and the rest of the deli crew. Things go sideways when Candice's car gets stolen and a man is found dead, possibly by her hand??? Old friendships and old flames get swept up in this mystery. Will they be able to solve this mystery before someone else gets hurt?
I recieved a copy of this book from the publisher for an honest review.
This book is another amazing adventure with Moira and her handsome husband as well as Candice her daughter and the rest of the deli crew. Things go sideways when Candice's car gets stolen and a man is found dead, possibly by her hand??? Old friendships and old flames get swept up in this mystery. Will they be able to solve this mystery before someone else gets hurt?
I recieved a copy of this book from the publisher for an honest review.
April 17, 2017
Old friends and ex-girlfriends
This is a quick fun read. Candice has an old friend come to visit and her car is stolen from the bar they were at. They then discover the car has been used in a hit and run that results in a fatality. Is Candice guilty? Moira and David are quickly on the case. Throw in Eli's ex-girlfriend and you have quite the book! I received a copy of this book from the publisher and am voluntarily providing a review.
This is a quick fun read. Candice has an old friend come to visit and her car is stolen from the bar they were at. They then discover the car has been used in a hit and run that results in a fatality. Is Candice guilty? Moira and David are quickly on the case. Throw in Eli's ex-girlfriend and you have quite the book! I received a copy of this book from the publisher and am voluntarily providing a review.
April 18, 2017
This book is bar far the best book I have read in a long time. Great story and a nice distraction from talking about Candice's wedding and the same old same old. Great job Patti!!!
April 18, 2017
Darling Deli Series
Another great story in the life of Moira. Like all Summer Prescott books, you will love the characters and the plots..
Another great story in the life of Moira. Like all Summer Prescott books, you will love the characters and the plots..
April 20, 2017
Moira gets a frantic call from Candice that her car has been stolen from a local bar after her and an old friend had been out and she left it there instead of driving home. The police find footage that her car was used in a hit and run and the driver looks like Candice. With David's expert detecting skills he proves it couldn't of been Candice but who? Moira is determined to find out who is trying to frame Candice.
April 19, 2017
Childhood friend, jealous ex, WOW!!!!!!
This is 10 stars!!!!!
This mess was aimed at Candice and Eli. People from their past.
Moria and David are getting things back to normal from their damages they had to fix, at the same time getting ready for Candice and Eli's marriage coming up soon.
There had been a stolen car, murder, vandalism, and framing someone else for it all.
You will love this book. I can't wait for the next book.
This is 10 stars!!!!!
This mess was aimed at Candice and Eli. People from their past.
Moria and David are getting things back to normal from their damages they had to fix, at the same time getting ready for Candice and Eli's marriage coming up soon.
There had been a stolen car, murder, vandalism, and framing someone else for it all.
You will love this book. I can't wait for the next book.
April 19, 2017
Enjoy reading about old friends
Once again Moira and her family face trouble together and solve the problem . This time her daughter was the suspect in a hit and run accident . At the same time the farm where David's brewery is located is up for sale . The solutions are found .
This is one series I enjoy reading as the characters have become friends and I enjoy reading about their adventures .
Once again Moira and her family face trouble together and solve the problem . This time her daughter was the suspect in a hit and run accident . At the same time the farm where David's brewery is located is up for sale . The solutions are found .
This is one series I enjoy reading as the characters have become friends and I enjoy reading about their adventures .
April 21, 2017
When is the next one?
The books in this series are amazing! Each one gets better and better! You can read each book on one setting, because once you start you don't want to stop. Fun and excitement with every turn of the page! The author has a great imagination and knows how to keep you interested.
Waiting patiently ( sorta )for the next one.
Thank you Patti for all this enjoyment!
The books in this series are amazing! Each one gets better and better! You can read each book on one setting, because once you start you don't want to stop. Fun and excitement with every turn of the page! The author has a great imagination and knows how to keep you interested.
Waiting patiently ( sorta )for the next one.
Thank you Patti for all this enjoyment!
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