A Candy-Coated Mystery

USA Today bestselling author

"Fun characters, quaint setting, mouth-watering recipes." —RT Book Reviews

Fudge shop owner Allie McMurphy is making fudgie treats for the annual yacht race—but a killer's stirring up a batch of trouble. . .

Sailing Into Murder

The annual yacht race off the coast of Mackinac Island, Michigan, is a highlight of the summer season, and Allie is pulling out all the stops making chocolate centerpieces for the occasion. Unfortunately, she and her bichonpoo, Mal, also pull a dead body from the murky waters of the marina. When Allie's boyfriend's sister becomes the prime suspect, Allie dives into investigating the murder herself. Amid bitter feuds and hushed-up scandals, the courageous candymaker quickly gets in over her head. Someone is trying to fudge the facts to keep a secret worth killing for. . .

Praise for Nancy Coco and the Candy-Coated Mysteries

"Beautiful Mackinac Island provides the setting for a puzzling series of crimes. . .plenty of plausible suspects and mouthwatering fudge recipes."
—Kirkus Reviews

"A sweet treat with memorable characters, a charming locale, and satisfying mystery."
—Barbara Allan

"Fun, lively."
—JoAnna Carl