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Maple Syrup Mysteries #1-3
Maple Syrup Mysteries Boxed Set, #1-3
MEET NICOLE FITZHENRY-DAWES
Ex-lawyer Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes thought that moving to the small Michigan tourist town of Fair Haven and taking over her uncle’s maple syrup farm would keep her far away from murderers, liars, and criminals. She couldn’t have been more wrong…
A STICKY INHERITANCE – BOOK 1
Sometimes the truth can be a sticky thing…
Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes feels like the only failure amid a family of high achievers. Her boyfriend turned out to be married, and her career as a defense attorney is in tatters. When she inherits her uncle’s maple syrup farm, she thinks it’s time for a change—one that keeps her far away from bad guys.
For half a day at least.
Her uncle’s suicide wasn’t a suicide at all. And as Nicole closes in on his killer, she not only risks becoming the murderer’s next victim, but also starts to wonder if knowing the truth is ever worse than believing the lie…
BUSHWHACKED – BOOK 2
Sometimes the most beautiful places hide the darkest secrets…
What former lawyer Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes wants is to peacefully run her maple syrup farm. What she gets is a body run over by her car. It turns out to be the manager of the local animal shelter, and his death wasn't the accident it at first seems.
With a little finagling, Nicole convinces the interim police chief to allow her to help with the case, even though she’s also busy trying to settle in to her new role as owner of Sugarwood and figure out her unusual friendship with the county medical examiner.
As Nicole closes in on being able to put the killer behind bars, will she manage to find the evidence she needs before the murderer puts her in a cage—or a body bag—instead?
ALMOST SLEIGHED – BOOK 3
The truth always comes with a price…
Former lawyer Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes has finally settled in to her new home in Fair Haven, and her first maple syrup season is upon them. It’s not going as smoothly as she’d hoped.
Their sap lines keep springing leaks, and as if that wasn’t enough, Nicole finds their groom-mechanic, Noah, apparently trampled in one of the horse stalls.
Fair Haven’s interim police chief is ready to declare it an accident, but Nicole believes otherwise. With Noah in a coma, she’s determined to figure out who wanted to kill him before the perpetrator can return and finish the job.
But whoever attempted to kill Noah has other ideas and is willing to do whatever it takes to stop Nicole from discovering the truth—even destroy Sugarwood and the man Nicole loves.
These books are "clean" reads and contain no swearing, gore, or steamy bedroom scenes. While the series is best enjoyed in order, each book is a complete mystery on its own.
Ex-lawyer Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes thought that moving to the small Michigan tourist town of Fair Haven and taking over her uncle’s maple syrup farm would keep her far away from murderers, liars, and criminals. She couldn’t have been more wrong…
A STICKY INHERITANCE – BOOK 1
Sometimes the truth can be a sticky thing…
Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes feels like the only failure amid a family of high achievers. Her boyfriend turned out to be married, and her career as a defense attorney is in tatters. When she inherits her uncle’s maple syrup farm, she thinks it’s time for a change—one that keeps her far away from bad guys.
For half a day at least.
Her uncle’s suicide wasn’t a suicide at all. And as Nicole closes in on his killer, she not only risks becoming the murderer’s next victim, but also starts to wonder if knowing the truth is ever worse than believing the lie…
BUSHWHACKED – BOOK 2
Sometimes the most beautiful places hide the darkest secrets…
What former lawyer Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes wants is to peacefully run her maple syrup farm. What she gets is a body run over by her car. It turns out to be the manager of the local animal shelter, and his death wasn't the accident it at first seems.
With a little finagling, Nicole convinces the interim police chief to allow her to help with the case, even though she’s also busy trying to settle in to her new role as owner of Sugarwood and figure out her unusual friendship with the county medical examiner.
As Nicole closes in on being able to put the killer behind bars, will she manage to find the evidence she needs before the murderer puts her in a cage—or a body bag—instead?
ALMOST SLEIGHED – BOOK 3
The truth always comes with a price…
Former lawyer Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes has finally settled in to her new home in Fair Haven, and her first maple syrup season is upon them. It’s not going as smoothly as she’d hoped.
Their sap lines keep springing leaks, and as if that wasn’t enough, Nicole finds their groom-mechanic, Noah, apparently trampled in one of the horse stalls.
Fair Haven’s interim police chief is ready to declare it an accident, but Nicole believes otherwise. With Noah in a coma, she’s determined to figure out who wanted to kill him before the perpetrator can return and finish the job.
But whoever attempted to kill Noah has other ideas and is willing to do whatever it takes to stop Nicole from discovering the truth—even destroy Sugarwood and the man Nicole loves.
These books are "clean" reads and contain no swearing, gore, or steamy bedroom scenes. While the series is best enjoyed in order, each book is a complete mystery on its own.
566 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 20, 2017
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Emily James
34 books95 followersAward-winning and bestselling author Emily James writes cozy mysteries with quirky characters, twisty plots, and a touch of romance.
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February 25, 2020
My reason for purchasing a "cozy mystery" is because I am from Michigan and I am an attorney. The Maple Syrup Mysteries which are set in the fictional small town of Fair Haven, MI and woman lawyer protagonist seemed like something that would resonate with me. At first I thought it was too predictable and silly, but I quickly got caught up in the"whodunnit" and the quaint characters. I started with the boxed set that includes #1-3, which I finished quickly. I just ordered the box set with #4-6 so I guess I'm hooked. If you want something light and corny for a long winter's night, these may be just the diversion you need.
August 5, 2020
She just can't win
Between getting the sheriff out of office in book one which caused everything he was covering up to shart coming to light; and, Nicole's trained observations so much is getting answers. Not good that as the newby in a small country town too many want to blame her for everything that's happening. People are slowly learning to understand her.
Between getting the sheriff out of office in book one which caused everything he was covering up to shart coming to light; and, Nicole's trained observations so much is getting answers. Not good that as the newby in a small country town too many want to blame her for everything that's happening. People are slowly learning to understand her.
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March 26, 2020Sweet and fun mystery
I will get the next 3 books as I have come to know these people a nd I must say, ya gotta love Nicolem she is a trouble magnet. Book 3 especially had some twist and turns I didn't see coming.
I will get the next 3 books as I have come to know these people a nd I must say, ya gotta love Nicolem she is a trouble magnet. Book 3 especially had some twist and turns I didn't see coming.
May 6, 2020
Romantic Murder Mystery
I enjoyed the 3 book collection of Maple Syrup Mysteries. Enough intrigue with enough variety in the plots to make you want to figure out “whodunit”.
Enjoyable reads. I probably will continue to read the next books in the series by Emily James.
I enjoyed the 3 book collection of Maple Syrup Mysteries. Enough intrigue with enough variety in the plots to make you want to figure out “whodunit”.
Enjoyable reads. I probably will continue to read the next books in the series by Emily James.
December 17, 2017
I love Nicole and Mark!
I love the way your books keep moving, no dead spaces. I can't wait to read more. Thanks for writing these great books.
I love the way your books keep moving, no dead spaces. I can't wait to read more. Thanks for writing these great books.
June 26, 2018
Very good writing and interesting mystery. Great story and characters. Keeps you guessing and interested.
April 17, 2018
I really liked these books. I thought the characters were appealing and they were nice mysteries. Nothing fancy or complicated.
December 20, 2020
Engaging
A fun and engaging read, with great insights and interesting details regarding the sticky, fragrant and chilling world of maple syrup.
A fun and engaging read, with great insights and interesting details regarding the sticky, fragrant and chilling world of maple syrup.
August 2, 2018
This might be the Canadian in me... however, give me anything, including book, with maple syrup on it and I will read it. Though this book series starts off a little wonky, I really enjoyed it near the end. I think the one thing that was really annoying was Nicole assuming things when she could just ask the person. I don't know why, as a lawyer, she was so shy about just asking the question about things that she was looking into, rather than just assuming everything. However, that might just be because my first rule of thumb in my job is to never assume. Other than that, I really enjoyed the beginning of the series.
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