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5* "I really enjoyed this mystery. I love all usual characters. The mystery was very good. I really enjoyed the family drama which ensued." by Mary Nickell5* "This is a fun and interesting mystery with fabulous characters. I love Maddie and I love all of the books in this series. This book is well-written with plenty of twists to keep me guessing to the end. I am looking forward to the next book in this series." by Dr Patricia Eroh Eclairs and Extortion was a book I'd been needing to write to explain the absence of a mom who Maddie has tried so hard to forget. There's always been this doubt that a daughter of Gran's could leave Maple Lane forever. It would have to be something bad to make that happen, right?Unfortunately, Ava isn't quite what any of us hoped for, but that's just the way she is. ;-)I hope you enjoy this tale of love, tragedy, and yet hope for redemption.Cheryl x From the Inside Flap A small-town series about families and friends.Of ex-boyfriends and strangers.There's always a murder or two to round off every mystery! Cheryl is a USA Today bestselling author from beautiful Auckland, New Zealand with two alter egos: C.A. Phipps who writes cozy mysteries and sweet romance, and Cheryl Phipps who writes contemporary romance.xa0She loves stories filled with feisty heroines, suave heroes, and wonderful small towns, and crafting her own heart-warming tales of strong family ties, mixed in with a little romance,xa0humor, and delicious baking!xa0xa0With a wonderful husband who she married the moment she left school (yes, they were high school sweethearts) by her side, she is devoted to her children and grandchildren and loves animals of all kinds, especially bossy cats!xa0 Her favorite things are family times, baking, and travel, in that order :)xa0Cheryl's first cozy mystery series is set in the whimsical small town of Maple Falls, Portland, Oregon, and features Madeline Flynn, a quirky, cat-loving bakery owner who discovers she's a talented amateur sleuth. Read more
Features & Highlights
- Marriage, Menace, and Murder!
- Is it just coincidence that a body turns up in the park the same day Maddie’s mom arrives in Maple Falls?
- And who is the dark stranger wandering the streets of her hometown?
- Preparations for a surprise seventieth birthday celebration for Gran are jeopardized when Maddie’s part-time parent shows up unannounced. Devoted to her grandmother, Maddie won't allow her mom to ruin things the way she usually does.
- With three generations at loggerheads, a murderer to find, and a party to organize, life is about to get crazy.
- If you love your eclairs with a side of mystery, get your copy today!
- The Maple Lane Mysteries are light, cozy mysteries featuring a quirky cat-loving bakery owner who discovers she’s a talented amateur sleuth.
- Other books in The Maple Lane Mysteries
- Sugar and Sliced - The Maple Lane PrequelBook 1 Apple Pie and ArsenicBook 2 Bagels and BlackmailBook 3 Cookies and ChaosBook 4 Doughnuts and DisasterBook 5 Eclairs and ExtortionBook 6 Fudge and FrenemiesBook 7 Gingerbread and Gunshots5* Eclairs and Extortion is another delicious installment in the Maple Lane Mysteries.""Keep me interested from beginning to end. The many twist and turns kept me guessing as to who the killer was. Surprise ending. Delightful reading.""Definitely a delight. It leaves you wanting more and asking your self will Maddie and Ethan get married? How about Angel, will she find love? How about Laura? Come on, let us know."
- C. A. Phipps is a USA Today best-selling author from beautiful New Zealand. Cheryl lives in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, whom she married the moment she left school (yes, they were high school sweethearts). With three married children and seven grandchildren to keep her busy when she's not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed breed dog who stole her heart! She enjoys family times, baking, rambling walks, and her quest for the perfect latte.
