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Dolphin Bay #7
Strawberry Vanilla Peril
Champion Cyclist Found Dead in Gorge
It's spring in Dolphin Bay and a big cycle race is passing through town. Anna's Cafe sets up a stall with snacks and drinks for the participants. When a well known cyclist crashes to his death in the woods, the police blame the lemonade.
Suddenly, Anna's granddaughter is the top suspect because she was seen handing out drinks to the dead guy. Anna and company are stumped because the victim was a total stranger who didn't know any of them. The new detective in town wants to close the case soon and time is running out.
Meanwhile, the mayor and her minions target Meg and convince the locals to blackball her.
Can Anna and the Firecrackers use their sleuthing skills and solve the murder before it's too late?
Strawberry Vanilla Peril is a clean, cozy mystery with fast paced action, twists and turns and a baffling murder mystery that will keep you guessing till the end.
Don't miss this latest instalment in the much loved Dolphin Bay Cozy Mystery series.
It's spring in Dolphin Bay and a big cycle race is passing through town. Anna's Cafe sets up a stall with snacks and drinks for the participants. When a well known cyclist crashes to his death in the woods, the police blame the lemonade.
Suddenly, Anna's granddaughter is the top suspect because she was seen handing out drinks to the dead guy. Anna and company are stumped because the victim was a total stranger who didn't know any of them. The new detective in town wants to close the case soon and time is running out.
Meanwhile, the mayor and her minions target Meg and convince the locals to blackball her.
Can Anna and the Firecrackers use their sleuthing skills and solve the murder before it's too late?
Strawberry Vanilla Peril is a clean, cozy mystery with fast paced action, twists and turns and a baffling murder mystery that will keep you guessing till the end.
Don't miss this latest instalment in the much loved Dolphin Bay Cozy Mystery series.
- GenresCozy Mystery
Kindle Edition
Published July 29, 2021
225 people are currently reading
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About the author
Leena Clover
72 books365 followersLeena Clover is a popular, bestselling author of cozy mysteries with heart.
You can expect fearless heroines, small town drama, quirky characters and friendships that last a lifetime in her books. Yummy food and a murder or two are guaranteed!
Visit her website at leenaclover.com to learn more.
You can expect fearless heroines, small town drama, quirky characters and friendships that last a lifetime in her books. Yummy food and a murder or two are guaranteed!
Visit her website at leenaclover.com to learn more.
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August 7, 2021
There is a cyclist race heading for Dolphin Bay. They can stop there for a snack, water, and fresh lemonade which was Meg's idea. Later that day, a cyclist died. The man fell off into a small gorge. His number and helmet were missing so they didn't know who it was. After a few days, the police took Meg in for questioning. The police thought he had been poisoned from something he drank, and he had drunk Meg's lemonade. Later on, Meg was arrested for murder.
The Firecrackers started their own investigation with help from Gino. The cyclist was Gil Richards, a pro, well-liked, and a top contender. There were other people who could be suspects. A racer, Sheldon Prince, he got into a fight with. His wife Erin. They were separated and got into a big fight. His coach, Peter Tang. His girlfriend, Clara. Come along on this ride and find out how this mystery gets solved. The plot is well constructed and the story is well written. I enjoyed this story and recommend it.
I voluntarily received a copy of this book from the author and I'm voluntarily posting a review. My opinion is entirely my own.
The Firecrackers started their own investigation with help from Gino. The cyclist was Gil Richards, a pro, well-liked, and a top contender. There were other people who could be suspects. A racer, Sheldon Prince, he got into a fight with. His wife Erin. They were separated and got into a big fight. His coach, Peter Tang. His girlfriend, Clara. Come along on this ride and find out how this mystery gets solved. The plot is well constructed and the story is well written. I enjoyed this story and recommend it.
I voluntarily received a copy of this book from the author and I'm voluntarily posting a review. My opinion is entirely my own.
January 19, 2022
Another winner for Ms. Leena Clover!
I'm completely taken by Ms. Clover's method of writing! She gets into the characters so completely that I feel as though I know them! This, the seventh installment of the Dolphin Bay series. The Firecrackers and Gino, plus a few other Dolphin Bay residents, have their work cut out for them to prove that Meg is innocent of a crime the local police have her pegged as being the guilty party! As is her usual way of unfolding the story so that the reader has no idea who the guilty one actually is, it keeps me guessing till the very end. Each book can be read on its own, but the best way to really get the most from the series, I would suggest reading them in order. Good reading!
I'm completely taken by Ms. Clover's method of writing! She gets into the characters so completely that I feel as though I know them! This, the seventh installment of the Dolphin Bay series. The Firecrackers and Gino, plus a few other Dolphin Bay residents, have their work cut out for them to prove that Meg is innocent of a crime the local police have her pegged as being the guilty party! As is her usual way of unfolding the story so that the reader has no idea who the guilty one actually is, it keeps me guessing till the very end. Each book can be read on its own, but the best way to really get the most from the series, I would suggest reading them in order. Good reading!
July 29, 2021
Ridiculous plot
Absolutely dreadful. Anna is a hopeless detective and believes everything suspects tell her. The fact her grand daughter, Meg, is arrested for supposedly poisoning lemonade given to the cyclist who died is ludicrous. There is no evidence yet she is their top suspect as the police THINK she did it. The author 's take on forensics is astonishingly inaccurate and laughable. Furthermore if the author mentions one more time they eat eggs and avocado on toast then I will be the one guilty of a crime.
A very poor story, with half the prose taken up with what they are going to eat. A disappointing read. Time for this series to end.
Absolutely dreadful. Anna is a hopeless detective and believes everything suspects tell her. The fact her grand daughter, Meg, is arrested for supposedly poisoning lemonade given to the cyclist who died is ludicrous. There is no evidence yet she is their top suspect as the police THINK she did it. The author 's take on forensics is astonishingly inaccurate and laughable. Furthermore if the author mentions one more time they eat eggs and avocado on toast then I will be the one guilty of a crime.
A very poor story, with half the prose taken up with what they are going to eat. A disappointing read. Time for this series to end.
May 14, 2025
What about Blue Hill?
I have more questions! I really dislike endings that are rushed! I get the explanation but there are so many additional questions! Remember "Electric Company" the PBS tv show was marketed to young people too old for Sesame Street but too young for most adult driven programs... The show always ended with the tv soap opera style show called "for the love of chair" and always had "What about Naomi?" I feel like this cozy mystery pulled that same irrelevant question; What about Naomi?
I have more questions! I really dislike endings that are rushed! I get the explanation but there are so many additional questions! Remember "Electric Company" the PBS tv show was marketed to young people too old for Sesame Street but too young for most adult driven programs... The show always ended with the tv soap opera style show called "for the love of chair" and always had "What about Naomi?" I feel like this cozy mystery pulled that same irrelevant question; What about Naomi?
August 11, 2021
When a famous rider dies during a bicycle race through town, Meg becomes a prime suspect. Can Anna and the Firecrackers find the real killer? This skilled author delivers a great tale with heartwarming characters, lots of plot twists and a beautiful beach setting. It was an enjoyable read and I’m looking forward to future installments. I received this book free and chose to make a voluntary, unbiased review.
August 14, 2021
Anna, Cassie and Meg Butler
Several story lines join to make for an interesting book. Cassie was an actress who became pregnant and gave up her baby girl to a good couple who later perished in an automobile accident and Meg ended up in the foster system. She found her mother when she was college age and now lives with her and her grandmother. Anna and her friends are amateur sleuths.
Several story lines join to make for an interesting book. Cassie was an actress who became pregnant and gave up her baby girl to a good couple who later perished in an automobile accident and Meg ended up in the foster system. She found her mother when she was college age and now lives with her and her grandmother. Anna and her friends are amateur sleuths.
August 3, 2021
The plot thickens
Another great read by Leena Clover! Join Anna, Cassie, and Meg on another difficult path to solve a murder..Will they solve it, or will they be left to see Meg take the blame for what happened?
Another great read by Leena Clover! Join Anna, Cassie, and Meg on another difficult path to solve a murder..Will they solve it, or will they be left to see Meg take the blame for what happened?
November 20, 2021
Dolphin Bay 7
This story is a fantastic read. The author the details were well lined out and filled out the balance of the story. It’s hard to believe that life can change in a heartbeat.
This story is a fantastic read. The author the details were well lined out and filled out the balance of the story. It’s hard to believe that life can change in a heartbeat.
May 7, 2024
Enjoyable read.
This seventh book in the Dolphin Bay Cozy Mysteries series was an interesting and intriguing storylines.
Cassie, Meg, Gino, Leo and the Firecrackers are all likeable characters, and their support of one another is touching.
I look forward to reading book eight.
This seventh book in the Dolphin Bay Cozy Mysteries series was an interesting and intriguing storylines.
Cassie, Meg, Gino, Leo and the Firecrackers are all likeable characters, and their support of one another is touching.
I look forward to reading book eight.
November 12, 2024
Hooked on this series
I cannot stop reading these books, each get’s better with each new mystery. Looking forward to the next murder and story line of what John had found with his research!
I cannot stop reading these books, each get’s better with each new mystery. Looking forward to the next murder and story line of what John had found with his research!
August 4, 2021
Great book
This is another great book in the Cozt Murder Mystery series by Leena Clover. I can't wait for the next book.
This is another great book in the Cozt Murder Mystery series by Leena Clover. I can't wait for the next book.
August 13, 2021
Who was the cyclist and who killed him, how did he die, AND who knew enough to remove both the bib and the microchip??? I enjoyed the story and recommend the book.
January 18, 2022
Strawberry Vanilla Peril
Meg is in trouble in this series. Will Anna and Cassie be able to prove her innocence? A must read in this fun series.
Meg is in trouble in this series. Will Anna and Cassie be able to prove her innocence? A must read in this fun series.
April 10, 2022
Really enjoyed it
Well written cozy mystery with great characters and a beautiful setting. Love the family dynamics between Anna, Cassie & Meg. I look forward to reading more.
Well written cozy mystery with great characters and a beautiful setting. Love the family dynamics between Anna, Cassie & Meg. I look forward to reading more.
April 15, 2024
Another good book with many twists. Strong characters !
May 27, 2024
This one was a little silly as the murderer had no part in the story until almost the end. I read these for escapism as they are easy to read, however some of the backstories are taking an age to move on and the reference to food is relentless. I did give it 4 stars only because it doesn't tax the brain too much.
November 22, 2025
Strawberry Vanilla Peril
Another great story in this series. The best part being that the youngest in the group is cleared of murder.
Another great story in this series. The best part being that the youngest in the group is cleared of murder.
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