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A Baker's Dozen #1-13
Baker's Dozen Cozy Mystery Boxset - Books 1-13
FREE TO READ ON KINDLE UNLIMITED -A Full shelf of Culinary Cozy Mystery with amateur sleuth and master baker, Sammy. Enjoy all 13 Sammy Baker Cozy Mysteries in one massive boxset, plus one extra maritime mystery with Donna Doyle's favorite elderly sleuth, the marvelous Molly Grey. Included in this bumper collection of cozies... Dying For Cupcakes A broken Baker running for relief in Sunny Cove. A poisoned cupcake swallowed by the local sheriff. Our sleuthing cook in the crosshairs for the crime! Rolling Out a Mystery Reconnecting with old friends seemed like such a good idea, but when a Halloween Party becomes the unlikely scene of a crime, Sammy is thrown again into a Sunny Cove mystery! Christmas Puds and Killers Sammy Baker’s confectionaries are a big hit in Sunny Cove, but when a fundraising drive turns into a hair-raising crime it’s time for Sam to don her sleuthing cap again. Wedding Cake & Body by the Lake A sneaky waitress and a well-to-do groom acting strangely leave Sammy wondering what’s wrong. When a body is then found by the lake Sammy teams up with Sheriff Jones to discover the truth. Cookies & Condolences Sammy Baker is excited to start up Sunny Cove Services, but when she hires someone who ends up dead a brand new mystery opens up. Can she follow the crumbs to the killer? A Spoonful of Suspicion When hunting a new property for her bakery tumbles into a hunt for a killer, Sammy Baker is thrown once again into a culinary mystery that needs to be solved before she is framed for murder. Pie Crumbs & Hit and Run Sammy’s faithful Toyota breaks down and she might even need to buy a new vehicle. But when the owner of the dealership is found dead after a hit-and-run, Sammy begins to wonder if it is more than an accident. Blue Ribbon Revenge When the residents of Sunny Cove find out that the Columbia County Cooking Competition is to be held right in their small town, Helen is convinced that Sammy will win. When her top competitor is suddenly eliminated, Sammy has to find the culprit! Raisin to Be Thankful Sammy has much to be thankful for, and she wants to help others. But not everyone in Sunny Cove is interested in helping the homeless, and when one of the homeless man is found bludgeoned and the local financial advisor goes missing, Sammy has to figure it all out before it’s too late. Auld Lang Crime It’s bitterly cold in Sunny Cove, but nothing could be as icy as the chill that runs down your spine when you hear that your neighbor has come to a grizzly end! Join Sammy for a new year mystery that begins with an untimely end, but promises a brand new beginning. Stirring Up Trouble The mayor of Stone Springs is on his way to Sunny Cove to campaign for governor, but every step of the campaign trail is sabotaged. Sammy begins to think this is about more than just politics, and she sniffs out a mystery. Haunts and Ham Sandwiches Sammy is eager to get a homeless shelter established in Sunny Cove, but everyone in town believes the house is haunted. Sammy’s got to get to the bottom of weird happenings if she’s ever going to make this shelter a reality.
- GenresMystery
996 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 12, 2020
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March 5, 2020
Cute,clean stories.
March 9, 2020
Curious Turn of Events
I rather enjoyed the quirky characters the book brought
to life, however, I have given this novel a mediocre score of three for poor editing. Far too many spelling errors for this former Eng!ish teacher. C-
I rather enjoyed the quirky characters the book brought
to life, however, I have given this novel a mediocre score of three for poor editing. Far too many spelling errors for this former Eng!ish teacher. C-
August 4, 2021
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
This 14 book series was heartfelt and meaningful with of course that amateur sleuth twist. Sammy Baker just recently divorced and left her husband of 10 years and was looking for a new place to start. She went back home to Sunny Cove. The small town had everyone she remembered plus some new faces. She moved back home to work at the restaurant Like Grandmas. She is a quick learner and immediately impresses the owner with her baking skills. And if that’s not enough to convince Sammy of her great bakes then the fact that the town locals keeping coming back for more should be.
As with most small towns everyone talks and secrets don’t stay hidden for long. Thanks to the locals love of gossip, Sammy finds herself in odd places figuring out just what happened in these crimes.
Join Sammy in her adventure to start a new and become a baker legend in Sunny Cove.
I recommend this series for bakers and mystery lovers alike. Sometimes the long twists and turns of mystery novels are great. But short sweet ones are perfect to renew the satisfaction of catching the criminal.
The bonus book was amazing too!! That book felt akin to an Agatha Christie Mystery!! Loved it!
This 14 book series was heartfelt and meaningful with of course that amateur sleuth twist. Sammy Baker just recently divorced and left her husband of 10 years and was looking for a new place to start. She went back home to Sunny Cove. The small town had everyone she remembered plus some new faces. She moved back home to work at the restaurant Like Grandmas. She is a quick learner and immediately impresses the owner with her baking skills. And if that’s not enough to convince Sammy of her great bakes then the fact that the town locals keeping coming back for more should be.
As with most small towns everyone talks and secrets don’t stay hidden for long. Thanks to the locals love of gossip, Sammy finds herself in odd places figuring out just what happened in these crimes.
Join Sammy in her adventure to start a new and become a baker legend in Sunny Cove.
I recommend this series for bakers and mystery lovers alike. Sometimes the long twists and turns of mystery novels are great. But short sweet ones are perfect to renew the satisfaction of catching the criminal.
The bonus book was amazing too!! That book felt akin to an Agatha Christie Mystery!! Loved it!
August 1, 2025
Too casual an attitude about lying.
I enjoyed the book until I got to this part "Mr. Montgomery might have lied, but his intentions were still good. It wouldn’t have really hurt anyone if the truth about his time 'on the street' had never come to light, but it was best that it had." I know that everyone has their own values, but for those who share mine, I thought I would post this warning. I am not saying that I would never read a book where people lie. Some people lie, it's a part of life. What I object to, is the main character having a casual, accepting attitude about it. I know she said that it was best that the truth had come to light, which of course I agree with, but she also said that, "It wouldn’t have really hurt anyone if the truth ... had never come to light." First of all, how could the character know that no one would ever have been hurt by this untruth? Secondly it seems obvious that Mr. Montgomery would now be known as someone whose word could not be trusted and that could not be good for him. With the plethora of books available, it seems to me that it would be best for me to not fill my mind with examples of lying being accepted as OK.
I enjoyed the book until I got to this part "Mr. Montgomery might have lied, but his intentions were still good. It wouldn’t have really hurt anyone if the truth about his time 'on the street' had never come to light, but it was best that it had." I know that everyone has their own values, but for those who share mine, I thought I would post this warning. I am not saying that I would never read a book where people lie. Some people lie, it's a part of life. What I object to, is the main character having a casual, accepting attitude about it. I know she said that it was best that the truth had come to light, which of course I agree with, but she also said that, "It wouldn’t have really hurt anyone if the truth ... had never come to light." First of all, how could the character know that no one would ever have been hurt by this untruth? Secondly it seems obvious that Mr. Montgomery would now be known as someone whose word could not be trusted and that could not be good for him. With the plethora of books available, it seems to me that it would be best for me to not fill my mind with examples of lying being accepted as OK.
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December 14, 2020
I loved these characters and the goodness in their hearts. I’m not one to seek out a Christian series but I wasn’t beat over the head with it. I am a firm believer in the golden rule even if I am an atheist. I have worked with the homeless in my town so that hit home for me. Sammy was a delight to get to know. The entire series was super cute and each story is pretty short.
Anyone wanting clean quick reads with characters who feel like family and friends will enjoy this.
Narration by Joanna Roddy was spectacular. She does amazing voices.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review
Anyone wanting clean quick reads with characters who feel like family and friends will enjoy this.
Narration by Joanna Roddy was spectacular. She does amazing voices.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review
November 28, 2020
This is a fantastic Boxset. Sammy is an amazing character, independent, strong, and smart. There is a lot going on in the Sunny Cove small town! The stories are short, clean, funny, entertaining, and easy to listen to. Sheriff Jones is handsome. The cast of supporting characters is impressive. Joanna Roddy did an excellent job with the narration. All characters were easy to distinguish. I enjoyed it. If you like cozy mysteries, this Series is definitely for you! I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
May 5, 2020
Well, I almost stopped reading at a certain "no place for a woman" spot, but decided to continue since it was otherwise well written. It was only a little preachy other than the women's place bs, and the stories were solid. Lots of their/there and its/it's errors that seem to permeate current day books. The addition of the extra book at the end was fun, and I actually liked that better than the rest.
June 10, 2020
13 great stories!
There are twelve stories about Sammy and the Just Like Grandma's cafe. Each one has a crime in it that is solved in each book. Fun to read. The thirteenth story is about an old lady and her colleague who are setting sail on a ship to an island in the Indian Ocean to cater a wedding. On ship board there is a murder that the two detectives -caterers must solve on shipboard. Good story.
There are twelve stories about Sammy and the Just Like Grandma's cafe. Each one has a crime in it that is solved in each book. Fun to read. The thirteenth story is about an old lady and her colleague who are setting sail on a ship to an island in the Indian Ocean to cater a wedding. On ship board there is a murder that the two detectives -caterers must solve on shipboard. Good story.
July 17, 2022
Divorce
Those of us who have been divorced find we are always trying to forget our pasts. Sometimes it works most time not. When she gets to her hometown after many years and a fresh divorce she not sire how her life will go. She is a curious person though so when she is accused of poisoning the sheriff she has to find out what really happened. This series is great. Read them all.
Those of us who have been divorced find we are always trying to forget our pasts. Sometimes it works most time not. When she gets to her hometown after many years and a fresh divorce she not sire how her life will go. She is a curious person though so when she is accused of poisoning the sheriff she has to find out what really happened. This series is great. Read them all.
August 19, 2023
I listened to this whole series on Audible, and it was a lovely light escape while I was doing other things like flying, driving, and exercising. I loved having such a long series to keep coming back to, and I loved that there was no ridiculous relationship drama and especially that there were mentions of faith and God sprinkled throughout in natural ways. I'm going to miss my visits to Sunny Cove and wish the series wasn't over!
March 25, 2020
Baker's Dozen Cozy Mystery Boxset
As promised,the books are a pleasure to read. There is no off color language, and no gory scenes. There are inspirational notes throughout the books. Recommended reading for Christians and people who would rather not be exposed to tough language.
As promised,the books are a pleasure to read. There is no off color language, and no gory scenes. There are inspirational notes throughout the books. Recommended reading for Christians and people who would rather not be exposed to tough language.
December 23, 2020
Five stars for Baker's Dozen Cozy Mystery Box set Booxs 1-13.
This series is well written and has a nice flow throughout. The characters are well developed and interesting. The ending is a bit of a disappointment, I wanted to see a love story developed between Sammy Baker and Alfey Jones. Perhaps in another book?
This series is well written and has a nice flow throughout. The characters are well developed and interesting. The ending is a bit of a disappointment, I wanted to see a love story developed between Sammy Baker and Alfey Jones. Perhaps in another book?
June 9, 2025
A group of short stories. Each book is approximately 2hrs long. Christian cozy mysteries. Fun, light reading. Stories lines are connected and flow into the next book. I’m not a foodie, and don’t normally enjoy books that deal with a lot of food ideas/recipes, etc. But I enjoy this author, and I enjoyed this book.
February 28, 2020
Love Donna Doyle
This book was pure reading pleasure. It was fun reading Sammy Baker's interaction with her Sunny Cove friends and co-workers. An excellent baker and amateur sleuth; clean romance and a delight to read.
This book was pure reading pleasure. It was fun reading Sammy Baker's interaction with her Sunny Cove friends and co-workers. An excellent baker and amateur sleuth; clean romance and a delight to read.
May 3, 2020
Very good book the main character had good roll in the book made me want to be that kind of person
Very good writing thanks
I would recommend these books to my friends very entertaining. Loved the ghost parts good humor.
Very good writing thanks
I would recommend these books to my friends very entertaining. Loved the ghost parts good humor.
May 26, 2020
Loved This Collection
I loved this new collection with plenty of suspense ,twists and turns.
The different storylines and characters added to my enjoyment.
I recommend this cozy mystery collection for good summer reading.
I loved this new collection with plenty of suspense ,twists and turns.
The different storylines and characters added to my enjoyment.
I recommend this cozy mystery collection for good summer reading.
September 24, 2020
Baker solves mystery time and time again.
Who would think their local restaurant baker could be such a detective. But time after time she solves the crime. Easy fast reads for those rainy days.
Who would think their local restaurant baker could be such a detective. But time after time she solves the crime. Easy fast reads for those rainy days.
October 8, 2020
Cute stories barely christian
Stories are sweet, and clean. No foul language or violence. There are frequent typos and characters faith life is an occasional mention, and it is very sad that anyone thinks that's all being a Christian means.
Stories are sweet, and clean. No foul language or violence. There are frequent typos and characters faith life is an occasional mention, and it is very sad that anyone thinks that's all being a Christian means.
March 6, 2021
This series sparked my love for reading again!! I wasn’t expecting that at all but it’s so fun, light hearted and enjoyable to submerge yourself into the life and times of Sammy Baker and all the residents in Sunny Cove. Fingers crossed for another addition to the series in the future!
March 6, 2021
This was a great set of books. Really enjoyed it.
This was a wonderful set of books. I thoroughly enjoyed all of them. I will look for more books like them. I recommend the whole bunch of them. Great read!
This was a wonderful set of books. I thoroughly enjoyed all of them. I will look for more books like them. I recommend the whole bunch of them. Great read!
September 4, 2024
Cute mysteries
Characters develop well, scenes flow together, timelines are consistent
Cute topics and not totally predictable outcomes
Love the cleans nature and subtle Christianity - and not a lot of romance
Characters develop well, scenes flow together, timelines are consistent
Cute topics and not totally predictable outcomes
Love the cleans nature and subtle Christianity - and not a lot of romance
September 2, 2025
Great Set of Stories. Great Cozy Reading.
Donna Doyle never ceases to to provide cozy, entertaining and enjoyable mysteries. You always need to wait to the end to tie the mystery together.
Donna Doyle never ceases to to provide cozy, entertaining and enjoyable mysteries. You always need to wait to the end to tie the mystery together.
January 15, 2020
Baker's Dozen Cozy Mystery Boxset -Books 1-13
This is a very good box set and thirteen different stories and a baker and wedding planner that help to solve mysteries
This is a very good box set and thirteen different stories and a baker and wedding planner that help to solve mysteries
January 27, 2020
Good
If you love a good clean mystery these are the books for you. I enjoyed every minute of reading these stories.
If you love a good clean mystery these are the books for you. I enjoyed every minute of reading these stories.
March 27, 2020
Excellent
The best and most enjoyable mysteries I have read in a very long time. These are the best !
I will recommend them to all my family and friends. Thank you !😀
The best and most enjoyable mysteries I have read in a very long time. These are the best !
I will recommend them to all my family and friends. Thank you !😀
April 7, 2020
Good clean mysteries. One mention of alcohol. One mention of the Holy Ghost. Church, praying, and seeking God's will are included. How refreshing. I want to read more by this author.
April 15, 2020
Great read
Donna Doyle did it again. Her characters come alive and are a fun read always with a plot of mystic. They are short enough to read and finish in doable time.
Donna Doyle did it again. Her characters come alive and are a fun read always with a plot of mystic. They are short enough to read and finish in doable time.
July 6, 2020
Great read
I really enjoyed this whole series; it's clean and fun and just my style. I'm glad to see that there is a continuation!
I really enjoyed this whole series; it's clean and fun and just my style. I'm glad to see that there is a continuation!
August 15, 2020
I just love mysteries.
May 13, 2021
Mysteries solved female sleuths
Sammie and others quickly solved murders. Quick easy and enjoyable reading. Short stories for laid back evening Enjoy,enjoy these stories.
Sammie and others quickly solved murders. Quick easy and enjoyable reading. Short stories for laid back evening Enjoy,enjoy these stories.
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