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Bite-sized Bakery #13
Christmas Cake Murder
It’s time to deck the halls… with murder.
Ruby and Bee have created their newest treat for Christmas—a delicious mint-choc cupcakes with frosting Christmas tree toppers—and are in high spirits. It’s Ruby’s favorite time of the year, and it’s made even better by Prattlebark Village’s amazing Christmas traditions, including roving Christmas caroling groups.
Everything is perfectly Christmassy, until Ruby and Bee find the body of one of the carolers out on the street in front of the food truck. It’s murder by Christmas trimming, and Ruby and Bee are not going to rest on their laurels this time. Solving this mystery might even uncover another...
With Christmas, murder, and mystery afoot, can the baking duo solve the mystery before it’s too late? Grab your copy today and settle in for a cozy afternoon read.
Ruby and Bee have created their newest treat for Christmas—a delicious mint-choc cupcakes with frosting Christmas tree toppers—and are in high spirits. It’s Ruby’s favorite time of the year, and it’s made even better by Prattlebark Village’s amazing Christmas traditions, including roving Christmas caroling groups.
Everything is perfectly Christmassy, until Ruby and Bee find the body of one of the carolers out on the street in front of the food truck. It’s murder by Christmas trimming, and Ruby and Bee are not going to rest on their laurels this time. Solving this mystery might even uncover another...
With Christmas, murder, and mystery afoot, can the baking duo solve the mystery before it’s too late? Grab your copy today and settle in for a cozy afternoon read.
183 pages, Paperback
Published March 5, 2022
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Rosie A. Point
138 books613 followersRosie A. Point is a USA Today Bestselling cozy mystery author who loves writing about food, small towns, and cats. Her favorite books are ones you can snuggle up with under a cozy blanket on a winter's day. Born and raised in South Africa, her books are all set in small towns in the United States. She dreams of visiting the places she writes about in her books.
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August 20, 2024
ehh
The ending was sweet but the solving of the murder was basic and sooooooo anticlimactic 😔. At least Ruby is making progress in moving beyond her past relationship hurts b
The ending was sweet but the solving of the murder was basic and sooooooo anticlimactic 😔. At least Ruby is making progress in moving beyond her past relationship hurts b
December 17, 2024
It was a lacklustre murder case which literally got solved on it’s own 🤣
But the Christmas mood was ok
The story was average as well
I went through this as an audiobook and the narration was done well so the three stars are for narrative.
But the Christmas mood was ok
The story was average as well
I went through this as an audiobook and the narration was done well so the three stars are for narrative.
December 8, 2020
Christmas has arrived in Prattlebark but everything is not merry and bright for all as a caroler is found dead. With no shortage of suspects as rumors of an affair surfaces, will Ruby and Bee be able to figure out who is to blame before he/she strikes again?
Always appreciate Point's appropriately themed bite sized cozies to go with the season.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Always appreciate Point's appropriately themed bite sized cozies to go with the season.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 6, 2021
I just realized I had this book and didn't get around to reading it at Christmas after I got the latest book earlier today. I always love this series for being a quick and clean read, but I've really grown to love the characters and think of them as old friends, people I'd like to spend time with.
The rivalry of three town caroling groups led to the murder of one of the group leaders and to help out their guesthouse owner, Bee and Ruby were back in the murder investigating game. There weren't a whole lot of suspects, and the one whodunit made total sense, but I can't say I really guessed it right away. Ruby was really resourceful toward the end when questioning a suspect, and that led to getting the correct one arrested.
It was so sweet that Ruby's friend from their time in Muffin came to see her. Jamie was an ex-detective who inherited his aunt's estate and was now seeing the country in his RV. The ending was so Christmasy and sweet!
The rivalry of three town caroling groups led to the murder of one of the group leaders and to help out their guesthouse owner, Bee and Ruby were back in the murder investigating game. There weren't a whole lot of suspects, and the one whodunit made total sense, but I can't say I really guessed it right away. Ruby was really resourceful toward the end when questioning a suspect, and that led to getting the correct one arrested.
It was so sweet that Ruby's friend from their time in Muffin came to see her. Jamie was an ex-detective who inherited his aunt's estate and was now seeing the country in his RV. The ending was so Christmasy and sweet!
December 11, 2020
Although this was my first book in this series I was able to jump right in without feeling lost. There was enough detail for me to pick up with the series without so much that faithful readers of the every book would feel bored.
The plot itself was entertaining although I did have a bit of trouble keeping up with the different caroling groups, but that might have been me. The mystery was really good and kept me guessing. I like the whole "crime solving duo" aspect of the book and thought the characters were well written. It is kind of heavy on the Christmas theme, so perfect for this time of year.
Overall fun and very easy to read, definitely good for cozy mystery fans. Part of a series but can be read as a standalone, even though it mentions some events of previous books. Currently available on Kindle Unlimited when this review is posted. I would absolutely check out more of this series and other books by this author.
The plot itself was entertaining although I did have a bit of trouble keeping up with the different caroling groups, but that might have been me. The mystery was really good and kept me guessing. I like the whole "crime solving duo" aspect of the book and thought the characters were well written. It is kind of heavy on the Christmas theme, so perfect for this time of year.
Overall fun and very easy to read, definitely good for cozy mystery fans. Part of a series but can be read as a standalone, even though it mentions some events of previous books. Currently available on Kindle Unlimited when this review is posted. I would absolutely check out more of this series and other books by this author.
December 6, 2020
It’s Christmas time in Prattlebark Village and the town celebrates with amazing Christmas traditions including a big choir competition. The competition gets vicious when each group wants to be #1. Business is good, people are friendly but then a murder takes place and puts a damper on everything. Ruby and Bee are at it again to investigate who did it and why. While this is going on, Jamie wants to come visit Ruby. Will their relationship finally take off? There were many twists and turns. This was a perfect cozy mystery with just the perfect amount of humor, romance, mystery, intrigue, quirky characters, and adventure that will keep any reader completely engaged.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and an ARC copy and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and an ARC copy and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 4, 2020
For a little town that takes Christmas seriously, these folks sure have a competitive music problem
Talk about the Clash of the Choirs!
Three caroling groups are fragments of what used to be a single group
Their crazy aggressive attitudes lead to a competition to decide which group gets to ding Christmas Eve
Power struggles that get lethal
Meanwhile, Ruby and Bee have a familiar friendly face pop up with romance on their minds.
Can love survive a drive to roam?
Drama, action and a few starkly different kinds of romance
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Talk about the Clash of the Choirs!
Three caroling groups are fragments of what used to be a single group
Their crazy aggressive attitudes lead to a competition to decide which group gets to ding Christmas Eve
Power struggles that get lethal
Meanwhile, Ruby and Bee have a familiar friendly face pop up with romance on their minds.
Can love survive a drive to roam?
Drama, action and a few starkly different kinds of romance
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 9, 2020
Ruby and Bee have moved on to Prattlebark Village with a new decorative treat for Christmas. Christmas traditions abound and Ruby and Bee are in good spirits, ready to enjoy their favorite holiday. One of the town’s traditions is a Christmas choir, but the competition seems to be turning deadly among three groups pushing to be #1.
When Ruby and Bee discover the body of one of the competing carolers, they need to jump on the case and find the killer before someone else is killed. Clearing up the murder may leave some time to entertain an old friend perhaps? Grab your copy and see what’s coming their way!
When Ruby and Bee discover the body of one of the competing carolers, they need to jump on the case and find the killer before someone else is killed. Clearing up the murder may leave some time to entertain an old friend perhaps? Grab your copy and see what’s coming their way!
December 9, 2020
Ruby and Bee Are having a wonderful time in Prattlebark Village. After all it is Christmas time but the one thing that isn't so caring and festive is the carolers. There are three groups and a competition will be held to see which one will be doing the caroling. But when Georgia is killed in front of The Oaken Branch Guesthouse where they are staying, it opens up another case for them to solve -- especially since Jules the owner has asked them for help. She could be a suspect in her murder. Even Jamie comes to the Guesthouse to visit for with a surprise for Ruby. But first the murder must be solved. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book from Booksprout.
December 11, 2020
Another great addition to this series.
This time Ruby and Bee are trying to find out who killed Georgia the leader of the Holy Howlers caroling group. Georgia and Virginia the leader of the Candy Cane Carolers got into a public brawl the morning before she was murdered. Apparently Georgia was having an affair with Eustace Grimes and though her husband Dirk knew about it he still loved her. The ladies find out who the murderer is right before the Christmas Eve caroling event. Meanwhile Ruby's friend Jaimie comes to Prattlebark Village to spend Christmas with her.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This time Ruby and Bee are trying to find out who killed Georgia the leader of the Holy Howlers caroling group. Georgia and Virginia the leader of the Candy Cane Carolers got into a public brawl the morning before she was murdered. Apparently Georgia was having an affair with Eustace Grimes and though her husband Dirk knew about it he still loved her. The ladies find out who the murderer is right before the Christmas Eve caroling event. Meanwhile Ruby's friend Jaimie comes to Prattlebark Village to spend Christmas with her.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 11, 2020
No spoilers with this review as I don't want to give away any part of the story. Rosie has written another fantastic cozy mystery you'll love reading. The story captivates your attention and keeps you sitting on the edge of your seat at times. There's mystery, suspense and twists and turns that keep you turning the pages. You won't be disappointed with this one, it's perfect for the holidays.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 13, 2025
Cute story but it's getting a little ridiculous that two bakers come across so many murders in so many small towns. It's also hard to believe they can survive since they hardly ever spend any time selling their baked items (and almost never seem to bake in the stories.
I think maybe this series should have had them solve different types of cases, not just murders. Might have been more believable.
I think maybe this series should have had them solve different types of cases, not just murders. Might have been more believable.
December 11, 2020
Ruby and Bea are at it again! While the village of Prattlebark loves everything Christmas, the choir competition becomes so fierce that someone will actually kill for the title of being the best. It comes down to the involvement of Ruby and Bea to solve the crime and bring happiness back to the village.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 26, 2020
Enjoyable even a day after Christmas
This was a quick fun read. It was the first in the series that I've read but it was easy to understand the relationships already established so that didn't distract me from the book. I'll read previous books in the series and new ones when they are released. It was an enjoyable afternoon read and I did actually chuckle while reading!
This was a quick fun read. It was the first in the series that I've read but it was easy to understand the relationships already established so that didn't distract me from the book. I'll read previous books in the series and new ones when they are released. It was an enjoyable afternoon read and I did actually chuckle while reading!
January 9, 2021
Fun Christmas Story
Love this series. Ruby & Bee are two of my favorite book characters. This story takes place at Christmas time & of course the girls find themselves in the middle of another murder. Well written, didn't figure out who committed the murder until the author was ready to reveal it. The ending was sweet. I look forward to reading more.
Love this series. Ruby & Bee are two of my favorite book characters. This story takes place at Christmas time & of course the girls find themselves in the middle of another murder. Well written, didn't figure out who committed the murder until the author was ready to reveal it. The ending was sweet. I look forward to reading more.
December 30, 2025
Fun Christmas book
Just a fun, quick book.for the holidays, complete with a murder. And Ruby and Bee try to figure it out. I know these are not literary masterpieces, to be read by high school students fifty years from now, but they are quick, fun, quirky.books to give you a few laughs.
Just a fun, quick book.for the holidays, complete with a murder. And Ruby and Bee try to figure it out. I know these are not literary masterpieces, to be read by high school students fifty years from now, but they are quick, fun, quirky.books to give you a few laughs.
December 5, 2020
Fun, easy Christmas read! Ruby and Bee are at it again with another murder to solve. Christmas caroling abounds with heavy competition! If you like a fun, clean cozy mystery series, then you need to read this one!
December 6, 2020
A bite-sized bakery cozy mystery series
Totally worth your time and pleasure to read had to keep reading. So intriguing wanting see what happened, who could have done it. Have to read all the books in the series. Can't wait for next book to come out. Love it totally ! !
Totally worth your time and pleasure to read had to keep reading. So intriguing wanting see what happened, who could have done it. Have to read all the books in the series. Can't wait for next book to come out. Love it totally ! !
December 10, 2020
Book thirteen in the series find Ruby and Bee in Prattlebark Village at Christmas with another murder to solve. Great addition to the series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 10, 2020
I enjoy reading about Bee and Ruby's adventures. I love the author's rich scene descriptions. I love their team work and I love the dialogue. The desserts seemed perfect.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 19, 2021
Perfect read!
This book was equally as delightful as all the previous in the series. All of the books are entertaining and light with just enough hint of romance. I am so thankful I found this series and will continue to read all that’s available.
This book was equally as delightful as all the previous in the series. All of the books are entertaining and light with just enough hint of romance. I am so thankful I found this series and will continue to read all that’s available.
March 5, 2021
Great read
What a crazy run up to Christmas with a murder and crazy carolers competing for the prime position on the Christmas Eve event. And Jamie coming to visit! Lots of excitement!😋
What a crazy run up to Christmas with a murder and crazy carolers competing for the prime position on the Christmas Eve event. And Jamie coming to visit! Lots of excitement!😋
July 31, 2022
Quick read
This is the first bopk Ive read by this author. It was full of reminiscings of previous stories so I didnt quite enjoy it. The story line was too pat and over quickly. I didnt feel I knew the characrers which is probably my fault for starting at book 13.
This is the first bopk Ive read by this author. It was full of reminiscings of previous stories so I didnt quite enjoy it. The story line was too pat and over quickly. I didnt feel I knew the characrers which is probably my fault for starting at book 13.
December 9, 2025
it was cute enough. I didn't realize it was apart of a series but I followed along alright. It wasn't my favorite but I can see why others might enjoy it. My favorite part was when the character said "this is bull poop pie". I laughed out loud.
December 5, 2020
Christmas Cake Murder
Another great book by this great author. Loved the book, especially loved the ending! Looking forward to another Ruby-Bee adventure...
Another great book by this great author. Loved the book, especially loved the ending! Looking forward to another Ruby-Bee adventure...
December 6, 2020
Awesome
Another great book in this series. Waiting on the nest book. Rosie A. Point is a great writer. Keep them coming.
Another great book in this series. Waiting on the nest book. Rosie A. Point is a great writer. Keep them coming.
December 13, 2020
Christmas cake murder
I read this book in less than an hour so it was very short however it was packed with action and a little romance
I read this book in less than an hour so it was very short however it was packed with action and a little romance
December 20, 2020
Cute
Fast reading, breaks up your day. Keeps you wondering. Like all the characters. Makes traveling sound like fun. Maybe I would try it.
Fast reading, breaks up your day. Keeps you wondering. Like all the characters. Makes traveling sound like fun. Maybe I would try it.
December 23, 2020
Fantastic book!!!!!
This series is fantastic! Great read alone or read the series! I have loved all the books in this series. Bee and Ruby have mysteries and fun in every book.
This series is fantastic! Great read alone or read the series! I have loved all the books in this series. Bee and Ruby have mysteries and fun in every book.
December 23, 2020
Great read
Absolutely love this series, the characters are fun and it flows well. Definitely helps this Christmas season just a little better. 12/2020
Absolutely love this series, the characters are fun and it flows well. Definitely helps this Christmas season just a little better. 12/2020
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