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Peppermint Bark: A Gumdrops and Soda Pops Cafe Mystery
Just days before Christmas, Beth Jones, long-time resident of Hollyville, has been found lying dead at the foot of the stairs in her home. Ruled an accident by the local police, Jasmine Owens, the owner of the Gum Drops and Soda Pops Café, believes otherwise. Assisted by police officer Jake Landon and her friends, Jasmine pieces together the puzzle while preparing for Christmas in the Ozarks.
338 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 14, 2018
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December 19, 2018
The true meaning of Christmas
A really good read. Well thought out plot and realistic characters that pull you into the story. Just a shame about the proofing errors.
She has recently opened her small cafe but it seems to be a hit with the locals and Christmas looks as if it will be a good one. When she got in that morning she didn't expect to hear that one of the town's residents has died. Although it looks like an accident, most people that knew the dead woman don't think so. As her curiosity mounts and she starts looking into it, she too has her doubts. However the handsome police officer wants her to be careful and not nose around. Throw in an estranged son, a treasure hunt, a PI with a conscience, missing books and a burglar for a read that shows the true meaning of a small town and it's commitment to ensure justice for it's residents. Especially the dead ones!
A really good read. Well thought out plot and realistic characters that pull you into the story. Just a shame about the proofing errors.
She has recently opened her small cafe but it seems to be a hit with the locals and Christmas looks as if it will be a good one. When she got in that morning she didn't expect to hear that one of the town's residents has died. Although it looks like an accident, most people that knew the dead woman don't think so. As her curiosity mounts and she starts looking into it, she too has her doubts. However the handsome police officer wants her to be careful and not nose around. Throw in an estranged son, a treasure hunt, a PI with a conscience, missing books and a burglar for a read that shows the true meaning of a small town and it's commitment to ensure justice for it's residents. Especially the dead ones!
December 23, 2021
Dumb dog names
Well the dog was saddled with several bad names, but he didnt seem to mind. The story was cute and a murder mystery was solved by Jasmine and Jake, with help from others. The book needed quite a bit of editing, especially for every time the phrase "had went" was used. Other than the typos the book was readable and a good way to spend some time with a cosy mystery.
Well the dog was saddled with several bad names, but he didnt seem to mind. The story was cute and a murder mystery was solved by Jasmine and Jake, with help from others. The book needed quite a bit of editing, especially for every time the phrase "had went" was used. Other than the typos the book was readable and a good way to spend some time with a cosy mystery.
January 9, 2019
Delicious and cozy
I enjoyed reading this cozy mystery. The characters were believable and likable, at least the ones that weren’t pushing a sweet lady down her stairs. I’d like to visit the Cafe and I’d like to read more books in this series.
I enjoyed reading this cozy mystery. The characters were believable and likable, at least the ones that weren’t pushing a sweet lady down her stairs. I’d like to visit the Cafe and I’d like to read more books in this series.
December 20, 2021
Goid book!
I gave this book 5 stars because it was such a sweet read, with unique characters names. The name if the cafe is an example! The dog's name is Peppermint Bark, and a real cutie! Read it for yourself, you will like it as much as I do!
I gave this book 5 stars because it was such a sweet read, with unique characters names. The name if the cafe is an example! The dog's name is Peppermint Bark, and a real cutie! Read it for yourself, you will like it as much as I do!
December 14, 2020
Fun
This mystery story was fun and quick to read. I enjoyed the characters and plot. Would recommend and read again
This mystery story was fun and quick to read. I enjoyed the characters and plot. Would recommend and read again
December 31, 2024
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This was a very quick and delightful read. I liked the story, Jasmine was a delightful character. Her interactions with police, family and friends. Very cute read.
This was a very quick and delightful read. I liked the story, Jasmine was a delightful character. Her interactions with police, family and friends. Very cute read.
November 10, 2025
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This was a very sweet, interesting mystery/love story about family and friends. The story had me engaged from the beginning to the end. I would definitely recommend it.
This was a very sweet, interesting mystery/love story about family and friends. The story had me engaged from the beginning to the end. I would definitely recommend it.
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