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Chocolate Centered Mystery #1-10
Chocolate Centered Cozy Mysteries Box Set Books 1 - 10
Start a fun cozy mystery series with two chocolate-making sleuths, an adorable pot-bellied pig, a cheeky cat, puzzling mysteries, and a little romance, with the first ten books in the bestselling Chocolate Centered Cozy Mystery Series in this box set.
When Ally Sweet’s marriage ends in a messy divorce, she returns to her hometown for a break with her mischievous cat, Peaches, in tow to visit her grandmother, Charlotte. The bond between her and her much-loved grandmother is as strong as ever and she loves spending time with her and her lovable pot-bellied pig, Arnold.
Along with chocolate making at her grandmother’s chocolate shop and a new romance with a hunky detective, her days are filled with helping solve more than a few baffling murder mysteries with her grandmother, their animal sidekicks and a few quirky, chocolate-shop regulars. Ally soon realizes that Blue River is home, and what started off as a few days break has turned into a new beginning.
This box set includes:
The Sweet Smell of Murder
A Deadly Delicious Delivery
A Bitter Sweet Murder
A Treacherous Tasty Trail
Pastry and Peril
Trouble and Treats
Fudge, Films and Felonies
A Custom-Made Murder
Skydiving, Soufflés and Sabotage
Christmas Chocolates and Crimes
If you like clean, page-turning cozy mysteries with strong female sleuths, lovable pets and a long list of suspicious characters, you'll love these heartwarming and delicious whodunnits by USA Today and WSJ Bestselling Author Cindy Bell.
When Ally Sweet’s marriage ends in a messy divorce, she returns to her hometown for a break with her mischievous cat, Peaches, in tow to visit her grandmother, Charlotte. The bond between her and her much-loved grandmother is as strong as ever and she loves spending time with her and her lovable pot-bellied pig, Arnold.
Along with chocolate making at her grandmother’s chocolate shop and a new romance with a hunky detective, her days are filled with helping solve more than a few baffling murder mysteries with her grandmother, their animal sidekicks and a few quirky, chocolate-shop regulars. Ally soon realizes that Blue River is home, and what started off as a few days break has turned into a new beginning.
This box set includes:
The Sweet Smell of Murder
A Deadly Delicious Delivery
A Bitter Sweet Murder
A Treacherous Tasty Trail
Pastry and Peril
Trouble and Treats
Fudge, Films and Felonies
A Custom-Made Murder
Skydiving, Soufflés and Sabotage
Christmas Chocolates and Crimes
If you like clean, page-turning cozy mysteries with strong female sleuths, lovable pets and a long list of suspicious characters, you'll love these heartwarming and delicious whodunnits by USA Today and WSJ Bestselling Author Cindy Bell.
1464 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 23, 2022
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August 6, 2024
These are fun, light stories. There is little character development within the story, and very little seems to change from story to story to develop the characters. They never seem to learn from or remember the dangerous experiences they had previously, making each book almost a stand-alone story. However, the mystery part of the books is well developed, even if the characters do stupid things to help them get clues and information to figure it out. The endings are usually more abrupt than I would like, with the stereotypical idea of having the character in danger get the criminal to explain how they did it to buy time until a rescuer comes to save them and arrest the criminal. But they are still fun and enjoyable to read, and there are great recipes. I'd love to work at Charlotte's Chocolate Heaven, or at least have it nearby to become a regular.
December 14, 2022
I guess i enjoyed reading these books since I continued and read all 10 (tho not all at once) but alSo I kind of don’t like some things about them. I find the constant emphasis on the relationship between the grandma and granddaughter too much. We get it already! And although they keep saying they believe in being careful, they continue to be careless around murderers. And charlotte is supposed to not want to ever close the shop during business hours and the proceeds to do so repeatedly. Not enough humor either except for the occasional pig incident. I am not an animal person but I do like Arnold and his helping solve things.
March 18, 2023
pretty far-fetched
Ally and her grandmother own and operate a chocolate shop. Somehow, between giving away an inordinate amount of candy and solving murders, they manage to stay in business. Even in the world of fiction, Ally would be in jail for obstruction and withholding evidence. Of course, having a detective boyfriend makes all that ok.
These books are easy to read. I do find the misuse and lack of use of commas to be annoying. Although I do not dislike the series, I won’t be buying more.
Ally and her grandmother own and operate a chocolate shop. Somehow, between giving away an inordinate amount of candy and solving murders, they manage to stay in business. Even in the world of fiction, Ally would be in jail for obstruction and withholding evidence. Of course, having a detective boyfriend makes all that ok.
These books are easy to read. I do find the misuse and lack of use of commas to be annoying. Although I do not dislike the series, I won’t be buying more.
November 7, 2023
This was the 10 pack and at this point I have only gotten through books 1 & 2. The first story was more on the fun side and the second was a tad blah. Currently Reading book three and I've walked away from it to read other books. This set may take me awhile to finish as it seems that going from book two to three the content feels too repetitive, as such a gap between the books may be necessary. These stories may end up being my soft fluffy in between books that I need to reset to after the more challenging reads.
February 12, 2024
While the plots of each of these books are complex and I only was able to figure out the murderer in one of the ten, I was generally disappointed in the series as a whole.
There are at least three and up to 6 suspects for the murder that occurs generally in the first chapter of each book. The characters make a good case for each suspect and then tear that down and go onto another suspect.
What disappointed me was the author's writing, probably because I'm a retired English teacher. I felt her style was rather simplistic and she repeatedly used the same phrases; i.e. "She popped another chocolate into her mouth," or "she opened the door for her grandmother, the walked around the car to get in herself." I could almost feel myself getting out the red pencil and writing 'come up with a synonym for popped,' or 'If they are driving somewhere together, it is not necessary to describet them getting into the car.'
There are at least three and up to 6 suspects for the murder that occurs generally in the first chapter of each book. The characters make a good case for each suspect and then tear that down and go onto another suspect.
What disappointed me was the author's writing, probably because I'm a retired English teacher. I felt her style was rather simplistic and she repeatedly used the same phrases; i.e. "She popped another chocolate into her mouth," or "she opened the door for her grandmother, the walked around the car to get in herself." I could almost feel myself getting out the red pencil and writing 'come up with a synonym for popped,' or 'If they are driving somewhere together, it is not necessary to describet them getting into the car.'
May 26, 2026
Good stories, but…
…these books desperately need thorough copyediting! The punctuation errors are atrocious and very distracting. Sadly, they occur in mostly every sentence, making reading these books difficult and not much fun. And in the last chapter of Book 10, Jeff is about to tell Charlotte something very important—and the narration suddenly ends in an unfinished sentence. We never do find out what he was going to say. This author is prolific and has other series that look interesting, but I won’t read any more of them due to the chore of getting through this one.
…these books desperately need thorough copyediting! The punctuation errors are atrocious and very distracting. Sadly, they occur in mostly every sentence, making reading these books difficult and not much fun. And in the last chapter of Book 10, Jeff is about to tell Charlotte something very important—and the narration suddenly ends in an unfinished sentence. We never do find out what he was going to say. This author is prolific and has other series that look interesting, but I won’t read any more of them due to the chore of getting through this one.
December 1, 2023
sweet
Great reads and good characters and of course chocolate. I loved the story between Ally and memaw and between Ally and Luke. They’ve all become like family and can always solve a crime before the police. Two of the cutest animals are also part of the family, Peaches and Arnold. I highly recommend reading the books for a fun filled adventure
Great reads and good characters and of course chocolate. I loved the story between Ally and memaw and between Ally and Luke. They’ve all become like family and can always solve a crime before the police. Two of the cutest animals are also part of the family, Peaches and Arnold. I highly recommend reading the books for a fun filled adventure
April 10, 2024
really good series
Ally and her grandmother Charlotte are quite a team, they get into the middle of the situations and do all they can to solve it. The many characters are interesting, you feel like you’re there with everything.
Definitely kept me interested and it’s very nice to get them in the boxed set. Very well edited books too!
Ally and her grandmother Charlotte are quite a team, they get into the middle of the situations and do all they can to solve it. The many characters are interesting, you feel like you’re there with everything.
Definitely kept me interested and it’s very nice to get them in the boxed set. Very well edited books too!
November 26, 2022
Chocolate Centred Cosy Mysteries.
A thoroughly good read. I had already read the first four books previously and couldn't wait to read the rest and I wasn't disappointed. I also loved the recipes and look forwarding trying some of them.
A thoroughly good read. I had already read the first four books previously and couldn't wait to read the rest and I wasn't disappointed. I also loved the recipes and look forwarding trying some of them.
November 26, 2022
The love of your granddaughter
I enjoyed all the books , the love that Ally and grandma have for each other is so rare and touching that it makes you not want to put the books down until you find out who the killer s are.
I enjoyed all the books , the love that Ally and grandma have for each other is so rare and touching that it makes you not want to put the books down until you find out who the killer s are.
January 17, 2024
Chocolate Centered Cozy Mysteries Box Set Books 1 - 10
I really love the animals and the town and the chocolates the only thing I wish is Ally and Charlotte weren't so pig headed but can't wait to read next set.
I really love the animals and the town and the chocolates the only thing I wish is Ally and Charlotte weren't so pig headed but can't wait to read next set.
February 22, 2024
a mystery a cat and a pig
I read all these books and kept reading til I was finish. A good read and a very good mystery. And to top it off a cat and pig. The characters were very good too.
I read all these books and kept reading til I was finish. A good read and a very good mystery. And to top it off a cat and pig. The characters were very good too.
June 10, 2024
Great!!
I really love getting to read 10 books in a row!!
I hadn't read any of this series which made it even
better!
It was a lot of fun getting to known all of these
new characters.
And I definitely LOVE chocolate!!
So it was a win win for me!!
Thanx again Cindy!
I really love getting to read 10 books in a row!!
I hadn't read any of this series which made it even
better!
It was a lot of fun getting to known all of these
new characters.
And I definitely LOVE chocolate!!
So it was a win win for me!!
Thanx again Cindy!
November 6, 2024
wow, there was always something new in each book
I enjoyed the 2 main characters and their adventures. Their love lives and business along with murders made the books fun and always surprising.
I enjoyed the 2 main characters and their adventures. Their love lives and business along with murders made the books fun and always surprising.
December 11, 2024
Love the characters in these books. Planning to read the next 11 through 20 Allly and Charlotte are great chacters and I love their interaction. Being an octogenarian, I love the stories that include older characters. The plots are well written and leave you guessing until the end.
July 11, 2026
Chocolate Centered Cozy Mysteries Box
Ally and Me-Maw were a great pair. Loved thus series. Now,on to the next set of books! I would ask everyone who likes mysteries to read this series of books!!
Ally and Me-Maw were a great pair. Loved thus series. Now,on to the next set of books! I would ask everyone who likes mysteries to read this series of books!!
November 5, 2022
Very Interesting and funny
I loved these.The stories are very interesting and funny as they took me on a journey with Charlotte and Ally.
I loved these.The stories are very interesting and funny as they took me on a journey with Charlotte and Ally.
November 8, 2022
Chocolate Centered
A wonderful set of cozy mysteries by author Cindy Bell.
Loved the wonderful characters. Loved reading and highly recommend reading...
A wonderful set of cozy mysteries by author Cindy Bell.
Loved the wonderful characters. Loved reading and highly recommend reading...
November 12, 2022
Awesome series
These books were filled of murder mysteries that increased in danger through each story. I loved the characters and the recipes.
These books were filled of murder mysteries that increased in danger through each story. I loved the characters and the recipes.
November 20, 2022
Enjoyable read!
This was my first time reading Cindy Bell. I enjoyed the entertaining characters, the big of drama and suspense along with the clean romance. Give it a try!
This was my first time reading Cindy Bell. I enjoyed the entertaining characters, the big of drama and suspense along with the clean romance. Give it a try!
November 22, 2022
more please
What a delightful series. I’m ready for more! Do they get married (fingers crossed). Does the chief get over his pride? Does Ally form true friendships?
What a delightful series. I’m ready for more! Do they get married (fingers crossed). Does the chief get over his pride? Does Ally form true friendships?
November 29, 2022
A well-written set of books that are enjoyable and stressless to read.
February 1, 2023
Short stories.
Easy, interesting, reading. LiKe that the stories are short, and come in a boxed set. Looking forward more reading like this.
Easy, interesting, reading. LiKe that the stories are short, and come in a boxed set. Looking forward more reading like this.
April 13, 2023
Don’t read them all at once.
April 18, 2023
Astounding
Loved these books, not only do you get an intrequing mystery every time but a beautiful study of characters and descriptions
Loved these books, not only do you get an intrequing mystery every time but a beautiful study of characters and descriptions
October 26, 2023
I Love These Stories!!!
Cindy Bell came up with beautiful characters that anyone could fall in love with. Great plot twists too! I have enjoyed each one tremendously!❤️
Cindy Bell came up with beautiful characters that anyone could fall in love with. Great plot twists too! I have enjoyed each one tremendously!❤️
December 17, 2023
Please see individual stories for review
March 20, 2024
Easy cute mysteries
Enjoyed the easy read of each book. Ally and her Grandmother Charlotte have such a great relationship. Loved all the chocolate references.
Enjoyed the easy read of each book. Ally and her Grandmother Charlotte have such a great relationship. Loved all the chocolate references.
April 15, 2024
Chocolate Devilious Chocolate
Good read. Two thumbs up. Each adventure in this set of books never disappointed. Recommend this book to all who like to read a good mystery.
Good read. Two thumbs up. Each adventure in this set of books never disappointed. Recommend this book to all who like to read a good mystery.
October 17, 2024
A fun easy read
These stories were fun and enjoyable. The characters were relatable and interesting. This set of books was like a good box of candy, I couldn't stop at one.
These stories were fun and enjoyable. The characters were relatable and interesting. This set of books was like a good box of candy, I couldn't stop at one.
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