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Pelican Cove #13
Popsicles and Poisons
Popsicle Poisons Terrible TouristIt's summer in Pelican Cove and the Boardwalk Cafe is doing brisk business. Jenny is hired to cater a party for a group of tourists. Things go downhill when one of them, a middle aged woman who looked down on everyone drops dead. Jenny's sangria popsicles are found at the scene of the crime, laced with poison.
Did Jenny know the woman in her prior life and have a motive to kill her? Or did someone from the woman's group settle a score?
Jenny embarks on a roller coaster ride of lies and deceit as she talks to everyone related to the dead woman. Was it the ex-husband or the much younger man she was dating? What about the new woman in her husband's life?
Meanwhile, the town is reeling in shock at the arrival of some unexpected visitors.
Join Jenny and the Magnolias on a thrilling caper as they wade through clues and red herrings to solve the murder of a terrible tourist.
If you like cozy mysteries featuring strong heroines, nonstop action, yummy food and lots of small town drama, you will love Popsicles and Poisons.
Did Jenny know the woman in her prior life and have a motive to kill her? Or did someone from the woman's group settle a score?
Jenny embarks on a roller coaster ride of lies and deceit as she talks to everyone related to the dead woman. Was it the ex-husband or the much younger man she was dating? What about the new woman in her husband's life?
Meanwhile, the town is reeling in shock at the arrival of some unexpected visitors.
Join Jenny and the Magnolias on a thrilling caper as they wade through clues and red herrings to solve the murder of a terrible tourist.
If you like cozy mysteries featuring strong heroines, nonstop action, yummy food and lots of small town drama, you will love Popsicles and Poisons.
- GenresCozy MysteryMystery
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 5, 2021
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About the author
Leena Clover
72 books366 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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October 26, 2021
With summer in full swing and Jenny has been hired to cater a private party for a group of tourists. One of her special treats were sangria popsicles. Unfortunately, not everybody at the party seems to get along. Ella Jo seems to be at the center of most issues, but is thoroughly enjoying the popsicles. By the end of the party, Ella Jo had eaten so many of the popsicles that she was quite drunk and very unstable on her feet. Fortunately, she seemed to have a couple of people watching out for her.
After the party, Jenny and her friends are eating some food that Billy brought and cleaning up, when they hear sirens approaching the hotel. The manager tells them they need to stay put, but does not know what has happened. When Adam enters the area where Jenny and her friends are, he informs them that Ella Jo Harris is dead. It may have been an accident, but Adam did not think so.
Was Ella Jo's death an accident or murder? If murder, who killed her? Why was she killed? Can Jenny sort out fact from fiction to uncover the truth?
Leena Clover has another winner with Jenny's latest adventure. Some of the characters feel like close friends while others are people you would prefer to avoid if at all possible. There are plenty of twists, turns, and red herrings to keep the reader fully engaged to the very end.
After the party, Jenny and her friends are eating some food that Billy brought and cleaning up, when they hear sirens approaching the hotel. The manager tells them they need to stay put, but does not know what has happened. When Adam enters the area where Jenny and her friends are, he informs them that Ella Jo Harris is dead. It may have been an accident, but Adam did not think so.
Was Ella Jo's death an accident or murder? If murder, who killed her? Why was she killed? Can Jenny sort out fact from fiction to uncover the truth?
Leena Clover has another winner with Jenny's latest adventure. Some of the characters feel like close friends while others are people you would prefer to avoid if at all possible. There are plenty of twists, turns, and red herrings to keep the reader fully engaged to the very end.
October 27, 2021
Easy read.
I Love Jenny and the crew. I like "escaping" for a little while reading about Jenny ,Star, Adam and the rest.
I Love Jenny and the crew. I like "escaping" for a little while reading about Jenny ,Star, Adam and the rest.
October 4, 2021
Jenny's husband, Jason is going to be in France for the summer helping another attorney. Jenny could have gone along but she didn't feel like she could leave the cafe that long. But she hopes to get over there for a couple of weeks.
A group of tourists has arrived in Pelican Cove. They all arrive at the Boardwalk Cafe with questions about the menu and make arrangements for all to go there for lunch. Things go well for a time but then someone in the group passes away. It turns out the person was murdered. Did someone in their group do it? Someone local? A tourist from another group? Sheriff Adam asks Jenny for her help in solving the case. Jenny's ex shows up in town. He is making a habit of spending time with Jenny. What does he want? Is he up to no good? And what will happen to the wild horses? Pick up a copy and come along with Jenny and the gang. Find out how these complicated situations get taken care of. Delightful characters, a plot well planned out and the story is very well written. Very enjoyable and a must-read.
I voluntarily received a copy of the book from the author and I'm voluntarily posting a review. My opinion is entirely my own.
A group of tourists has arrived in Pelican Cove. They all arrive at the Boardwalk Cafe with questions about the menu and make arrangements for all to go there for lunch. Things go well for a time but then someone in the group passes away. It turns out the person was murdered. Did someone in their group do it? Someone local? A tourist from another group? Sheriff Adam asks Jenny for her help in solving the case. Jenny's ex shows up in town. He is making a habit of spending time with Jenny. What does he want? Is he up to no good? And what will happen to the wild horses? Pick up a copy and come along with Jenny and the gang. Find out how these complicated situations get taken care of. Delightful characters, a plot well planned out and the story is very well written. Very enjoyable and a must-read.
I voluntarily received a copy of the book from the author and I'm voluntarily posting a review. My opinion is entirely my own.
October 15, 2021
Great book
This is another great book by Leena Clover. Jason is away and Billy and Adam seem to be spending a lot of time around Jenny.
This is another great book by Leena Clover. Jason is away and Billy and Adam seem to be spending a lot of time around Jenny.
October 10, 2021
When a Pelican Cove tourist is murdered, Jenny and the Magnolias are on the case. Lots of plot twists and interesting characters make this a fun read. I enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next one. I received a complimentary copy of this book and chose to write a voluntary, unbiased review.
October 7, 2021
Cozy read
This book as all the previous Pelican Cove books was both fun and waiting for the mystery to unfold but not to end quite so soon. The. Magnolias are a diverse group of friends who make reading the books enjoyable, sisterhood without being sisters. I look forward to the next exciting Pelican Cove mystery! Please keep writing! I have read all your books and look forward to many more!
This book as all the previous Pelican Cove books was both fun and waiting for the mystery to unfold but not to end quite so soon. The. Magnolias are a diverse group of friends who make reading the books enjoyable, sisterhood without being sisters. I look forward to the next exciting Pelican Cove mystery! Please keep writing! I have read all your books and look forward to many more!
October 1, 2021
Jenny's husband goes overseas to help another attorney for the summer while Jenny remains in Pelican Cove to run the Boardwalk Café. A group of tourists become "regulars" at the café and soon a murder in their group has Jenny working with Adam to untwist all the stories and search for the culprit.
This is a series based on a group of friends in Pelican Cove that generally help Jenny out at the café and go along with her sleuthing. Personalities are realistic, with sometimes sweet and other times abrasive comments. But in the end, they can count on each other, and that makes the fictional community seem very real.
A complex murder situation and so many surprises results in an exciting read, and one that kept me guessing up to the end. Definitely one of the series' best stories. And as always, I marvel at the food Jenny and Star make at work and at home. Hard to read this series if you are hungry! Delightful book!
This is a series based on a group of friends in Pelican Cove that generally help Jenny out at the café and go along with her sleuthing. Personalities are realistic, with sometimes sweet and other times abrasive comments. But in the end, they can count on each other, and that makes the fictional community seem very real.
A complex murder situation and so many surprises results in an exciting read, and one that kept me guessing up to the end. Definitely one of the series' best stories. And as always, I marvel at the food Jenny and Star make at work and at home. Hard to read this series if you are hungry! Delightful book!
September 23, 2022
The temperature is heating up so Jenny starts making alcohol flavored popsicles. These soon become a huge hit. A visiting group from a nearby town asks Jenny to cater an anniversary celebration for one of the couples . One of the guests is found murdered. When one of Jenny's popsicles is found laced with poison near the body, she decides that she and the Magnolias need to find why and how the woman was killed.
As with most of these books, there is also another storyline which includes the town. This time the town has been visited with unwelcome visitors.
Jason is in France helping a friend with a legal matter. I still feel let down that his daughter is no longer even mentioned in the series.
As with most of these books, there is also another storyline which includes the town. This time the town has been visited with unwelcome visitors.
Jason is in France helping a friend with a legal matter. I still feel let down that his daughter is no longer even mentioned in the series.
October 5, 2021
Jenny is missing her husband, Jason who is working in France. Right now it is summertime in Pelican Cove and the cafe is busy with all the tourists. Jenny is asked to cater a group of tourists. They are planning a party for a couple in their group. They have asked for her delicious popsicles. Before the night of the party is over, someone in the group is found dead. Was it an accident? One of Jenny's popsicles is found in the room with the body. Who would want to kill this lady. Yes, she was rather rude, but was it bad enough to commit murder? Enjoy another chapter in the Pelican Cove series. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
March 8, 2024
Summer - Jenny King making Popsicles - some with alcohol or wine
Jason is in Europe for the summer for work.
Ella Jo Harris , - DIED, Ex husband - Steve with Allison
Lori Davenport KILLED Ella Jo
Aggie and Moore
Chapmans;
Troy Kaminsky - Ella Jo's brother - notorious gambler
Elvis Dalton, Ella Jo's boyfriend and con artist - Kendra
Pinewoods Development - Chesterfield;
What's going to be the name of the sanctuary for the wild horses: Newberry Equine Rescue or Pelican Cove Equine Rescue
Jenny leaves for Europe.
Jason is in Europe for the summer for work.
Ella Jo Harris , - DIED, Ex husband - Steve with Allison
Lori Davenport KILLED Ella Jo
Aggie and Moore
Chapmans;
Troy Kaminsky - Ella Jo's brother - notorious gambler
Elvis Dalton, Ella Jo's boyfriend and con artist - Kendra
Pinewoods Development - Chesterfield;
What's going to be the name of the sanctuary for the wild horses: Newberry Equine Rescue or Pelican Cove Equine Rescue
Jenny leaves for Europe.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 7, 2021
It was okay
Pretty much the same. Some inconsistencies - like the Troy guy is the victim's cousin early in the book but becomes her brother towards the end. I liked that Jenny is getting along with Adam again. It's obvious why Billy is hanging around but it's not disclosed in this book but come on - I saw this coming from when he was first introduced & who he would end up with. There's no surprises in these books.
Pretty much the same. Some inconsistencies - like the Troy guy is the victim's cousin early in the book but becomes her brother towards the end. I liked that Jenny is getting along with Adam again. It's obvious why Billy is hanging around but it's not disclosed in this book but come on - I saw this coming from when he was first introduced & who he would end up with. There's no surprises in these books.
November 24, 2021
She has done it again with Popsicles and Poisons
Leena Clover has winner after winner with her Pelican Cove series. I'm not sure I could pick one book that I considered "the best" of them all so far. I know the series is coming to a close in the next book or two and I look forward to Ms. Clover winding up any loose ends to satisfy us readers! For anyone who hasn't read the last 13 installments, I implore you to get started now!
Leena Clover has winner after winner with her Pelican Cove series. I'm not sure I could pick one book that I considered "the best" of them all so far. I know the series is coming to a close in the next book or two and I look forward to Ms. Clover winding up any loose ends to satisfy us readers! For anyone who hasn't read the last 13 installments, I implore you to get started now!
November 14, 2021
I just loved this whimsical book. The characters were both funny and represented so many people in every suburbia community. The plot was intertwined with details but left plenty of room for speculation, and sleuthing. I am surprised to mix murder mystery with slight comedy. By the way, remind me to try the sangria popsicles when I’m on vacation. Sounds delicious.
September 20, 2022
Really enjoy reading this series. Each book is so good. Well written with fantastic characters & beautiful beach setting. Lots going on in this one for Jenny & her friends. Pick up a copy to see how it all plays out. I look forward to reading the next book.
October 26, 2023
No ending
Once again a brilliant mystery. Do much going on. Not just murders by lots of love. It's so nice to read a book thats not full of bad language and nasty innuondos.
Can't wait to read the next one.
Once again a brilliant mystery. Do much going on. Not just murders by lots of love. It's so nice to read a book thats not full of bad language and nasty innuondos.
Can't wait to read the next one.
May 1, 2024
Great read.
Once again, this very talented author, Leena Clover, has delivered an interesting and entertaining story.
There are the occasional discrepancies, however, these do not take away from the stories.
I look forward to reading the next book in this series.
Once again, this very talented author, Leena Clover, has delivered an interesting and entertaining story.
There are the occasional discrepancies, however, these do not take away from the stories.
I look forward to reading the next book in this series.
May 14, 2024
Pelican Cove
Another who done it by Leena Clover. Besides the mystery she includes the town and its people into each story. This one had horses, boyfriends, and 2 bodies. Hope you enjoy this series as much ad as I have.
Another who done it by Leena Clover. Besides the mystery she includes the town and its people into each story. This one had horses, boyfriends, and 2 bodies. Hope you enjoy this series as much ad as I have.
October 10, 2021
Another visit to Pelican Bay. Jenny is missing Jason Whois in France. Her ex husband Billy keeps appearing too, which annoys both her and Star. A group of visitors make an appearance & ask Jenny to do a dinner for them. She does & whilst clearing up a murder is discovered! The victim has had oodles of the popsicles & was fairly drunk! There are so many people who could be the murderer. But this time Adam the Sheriff asks Jenny to help. She does a good job & finds a few clues to help. The ending was good! Murderer was caught & Jenny off to France.
October 14, 2021
really enjoyed the book, can't wait to see what happens in the next...
November 12, 2021
Had fun with this series. Of course, murder and mayhem afoot. Eagerly await next book.
March 26, 2022
Too much
Too much drinking, too much food, too many sweets. Weird people in odd relationships.
Impressive friendships, with friends always there for each other.
Too much drinking, too much food, too many sweets. Weird people in odd relationships.
Impressive friendships, with friends always there for each other.
April 4, 2022
Another Good Read
Characters are evolving nicely. Plot has nicely twists and turns. Once again I was surprised with the ending. Reading the next to find out who? I won't ruin it!
Characters are evolving nicely. Plot has nicely twists and turns. Once again I was surprised with the ending. Reading the next to find out who? I won't ruin it!
April 10, 2022
Lots of twists and turns- author changed the relationship of two characters along the way from cousins to siblings…still a good storyline and well written
September 13, 2022
Guest
When a neighborhood from another city take their vacation at Pelican Cove. So complicated this lady interested in another man, vice versa. Sometimes hard to keep who's who.
When a neighborhood from another city take their vacation at Pelican Cove. So complicated this lady interested in another man, vice versa. Sometimes hard to keep who's who.
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October 17, 2022Another great book.
I love following the adventures of Jenny and her "gang" solving murder mysteries, as well as Jenny's romance.
I'm looking forward to the next great book!
I love following the adventures of Jenny and her "gang" solving murder mysteries, as well as Jenny's romance.
I'm looking forward to the next great book!
November 25, 2022
The 13th book in the Pelican Cove cozy mystery series. An enjoyable cozy mystery. Delightful and charming.
October 7, 2025
Popsicles and Promises
Well now I need some to eat. All this food is making me hungry. Just leave out the murder and give me a dish of peach cobbler.
Well now I need some to eat. All this food is making me hungry. Just leave out the murder and give me a dish of peach cobbler.
October 15, 2021
Another easy to read story. I love these books as they are an escape read. Nothing too complicated or gruesome.
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