Bøker av Ruth Baker

A murdered food blogger. A high stakes bake-off contest on a private island. Will a curious small town baker get off the island dead or alive? Excitement courses through Lucy as she receives an exclusive invitation to a televised bake-off competition, set on a secluded private island off the enchanting coast of Georgia. A charismatic celebrity will play host to this culinary showdown, where Lucy's unwavering confidence in her culinary skills fuels her ambition to claim the coveted grand prize.Stepping onto the island, Lucy finds herself amidst an intriguing cast of characters, each concealing ulterior motives beneath their smiles, all vying for victory to further their personal agendas.Surrounded by the lush island backdrop, a sudden tragedy strikes as one of the enigmatic characters meets an untimely death. Whispers of their demise echo through the island, intertwining with tales of a mythical beast lurking within the dense woods.In this unsettling atmosphere, Lucy battles confusion and fear as tensions surge among the contestants. Isolated from her familiar surroundings, she observes the ruthless lengths to which people will go for their selfish gains.Despite being cautioned to stay uninvolved, Lucy's curiosity propels her to delve into the intricate connections between the deceased and the remaining competitors.As she pieces together the puzzle, she grapples with a choice: should she maintain her focus on winning the tantalizing cash prize, or should she follow the breadcrumbs of clues, risking her safety to unveil a malevolent scheme?Book 13 in the Ivy Creek Cozy Mystery series! If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery, then you'll love Lucy Hale and all the quirky characters in Ivy Creek. ***No cliffhanger, swearing or graphic scenes!*** Treat yourself or a loved one to a copy of Tasty Edibles, Nasty Rumblings to discover how events unfold in this cozy murder mystery

"Well written and fast paced with wonderful characters. I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes mysteries." - Amazon Review DISCOVER 5 HUMOROUS AND CLEAN BESTSELLING COZY MYSTERIES BY RUTH BAKER. THIS BOOK INCLUDES: 1. Which Pie Goes with Murder?2. Twinkle, Twinkle, Deadly Sprinkles3. Eat Once, Die Twice4. Silent Night, Unholy Bites5. Waffles and Scuffles If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery, then you'll love Lucy Hale and all the quirky characters in Ivy Creek. No cliffhanger, swearing or graphic scenes! Get your copy of this Ivy Creek Mystery series book to discover how events unfold in these cozy murder mysteries.

With Christmas just around the corner, Lucy can't wait to indulge in all the festive traditions she enjoyed with her late parents. One of those traditions included picking a Christmas tree at a local farm. She's delighted to be sharing this activity with the handsome detective in town who she's recently begun a relationship with.When she discovers a dead body among the fir trees while looking for the perfect Christmas tree, she's left shocked and shaken at witnessing such a horrific sight at this most wonderful time of the year.Things only take an almighty turn for the worse when the remainder of some fruitcake from Lucy's bakery is found in the deceased's home... and is laced with poison!Lucy knows someone has intentionally used her dessert to cover their tracks and draw all the negative attention to her.But she knows her desserts were created with love and made to add to the seasonal joy of everyone who walked into her bakery. It seems what was designed to bring joy has been used to take it away from the deceased's family and Lucy's small town.Will she help to solve another mystery in Ivy Creek or settle for a blue, blue Christmas?Book 9 in the Ivy Creek Cozy Mystery series! If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery, then you'll love Lucy Hale and all the quirky characters in Ivy Creek. No cliffhanger, swearing or graphic scenes! Treat yourself or a loved one to a copy of Deadly Bites on Winter Nights to discover how events unfold in this cozy murder mystery

A dubious fatal accident. A popular celebrity with bad manners. A small town baker who's sleuthing is leading her down a dangerous rabbit hole.Lucy Hale is excited about a new bridal shop in town, like the rest of the citizens in Ivy Creek. Perhaps the buzz about this new entity on the high street has to do more with the appearance of a famous person at its launch.When the day of the grand opening of the bridal shop arrives, the invited guests are looking forward to gazing at stunning bridal dresses, basking in the presence of a celebrity and enjoying free food! Everything seems to be going as planned until a sudden commotion leads to the death of the celebrity's assistant.In time, it's revealed that there were diabolical forces at play in the murder of this person. But who would have wanted them dead?Lucy has a feeling of déjà vu as this latest murder in her small town casts a dark shadow over it. As she delves deeper into solving this murder mystery, she realizes a few people stood to gain from the deceased's demise.Will Lucy help to find a cunning killer who appears to have covered all their tracks?Or will her sleuthing lead her directly into the killer's web of deception and become their next victim?Book 12 in the Ivy Creek Cozy Mystery series! If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery, then you'll love Lucy Hale and all the quirky characters in Ivy Creek. No cliffhanger, swearing or graphic scenes! Treat yourself or a loved one to a copy of Poisoned Freebies at Phoebe's to discover how events unfold in this cozy murder mystery

Lucy Hale was looking forward to many things as Valentines' drew near. She just never expected that one of those things would be a dead body! Lucy has many reasons to be excited about Valentines' that's just round the corner. One of them includes visiting a new restaurant in town that claims to serve the best steak.When she visits this restaurant with her friends, they're impressed by the interior decor and blown away by the yummy food. It seems not everyone is excited about this new establishment, as the chef from a rival restaurant causes a scene as he claims the new restaurant has stolen his recipe. Lucy's boyfriend, a local detective, is on hand to calm frayed nerves and usher this unruly chef out of the restaurant.Moments later, all hell breaks loose when someone bursts into the restaurant and announces that the boisterous chef from the rival restaurant has been found dead on the sidewalk.At first, everyone thinks he died of natural causes. However, as Lucy begins to uncover the deceased's past, she discovers he stepped on many toes and a few people had plausible motives to see him dead.Will Lucy help to find the killer and restore the reputation of the new restaurant? Or will her amateur sleuthing draw the attention of a killer who has nothing to lose and a lot to gain?Book 10 in the Ivy Creek Cozy Mystery series! If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery, then you'll love Lucy Hale and all the quirky characters in Ivy Creek. ***No cliffhanger, swearing or graphic scenes!*** Treat yourself or a loved one to a copy of A Juicy Steak Tragedy to discover how events unfold in this cozy murder mystery

"I really enjoyed the new Ivy Creek book. Each mystery in the series has offered more complex plots and suspects." - GoodReads ReviewIn Ivy Creek, Lucy's bakery isn't just flour and sugar-it's a legacy, a testament to her parents' love and dedication. But when a charismatic developer threatens to bulldoze Sweet Delight for his modern vision, Lucy's rolling pins aren't the only things getting heated.Things take a sinister turn when the developer's sudden demise at a local fair casts a shadow over Lucy. As whispers grow louder and evidence uncomfortably points toward someone close to her, Lucy's bakery turns from a sweet haven to a place of suspicion.With her business on the line and the community turning cold, Lucy faces gut-wrenching decisions. Should she distance herself from the person she loves to save her bakery's reputation? As the clock ticks, a cunning killer plays cat and mouse with the authorities, and Lucy's determination to clear the innocent name grows stronger.In a town where memories are as cherished as recipes, Lucy's quest isn't just about finding a murderer-it's about preserving her family's honor. Can she sift through the layers of deceit and uncover the real culprit before it's too late? Book 7 in the Ivy Creek Cozy Mystery series! If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery, then you'll love Lucy Hale and all the quirky characters in Ivy Creek. ***No cliffhanger, swearing or graphic scenes!*** Treat yourself or a loved one to a copy of A Sticky Toffee Catastrophe to discover how events unfold in this cozy murder mystery

An innocent baker thought she was tagging along to enjoy a Halloween attraction until she encountered spooked animals, creepy sounds and... a dead body! As Halloween draws close, Lucy is excited about some yummy treats she'll be sharing with the customers at Sweet Delights Bakery. She's always been a fan of this time of year as she loves being scared out of her wits and expecting the unexpected. She is therefore thrilled when she's invited to visit a popular Halloween attraction in town with some close friends. They're left petrified and speechless by what they encounter at the Haunted Forest attraction that includes real life monsters, a foreboding forest, spooked animals, and a dead body! Lucy and her friends are horrified when one of the gang is identified as a prime suspect due to the strained relationship they had with the deceased. Things only take a turn for the worse when Lucy's name is disparaged in the local press because of her involvement with previous murders in Ivy Creek and a conspiracy that she might be involved with the present one. Lucy is left frustrated and appalled as she sees the killer making the police department chase their tails and go down several rabbit holes. Will she outwit the killer and bring them to justice or is it time for her to be afraid... very afraid, as the killer begins to hunt her? Book 8 in the Ivy Creek Cozy Mystery series! If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery, then you'll love Lucy Hale and all the quirky characters in Ivy Creek. No cliffhanger, swearing or graphic scenes! Treat yourself or a loved one to a copy of Dough Shall Not Murder to discover how events unfold in this cozy murder mystery

Lucy's bakery offers second chances, but can she trust a former foe when murder looms? In the cozy confines of Lucy's bakery, second chances are as sweet as her cinnamon rolls. So when a former classmate, renowned for her questionable manners, waltzes in seeking redemption days before their high school reunion, Lucy's heartstrings tangle with caution.But as the reunion buzz fills the air, optimism reigns-until tragedy strikes. With a local business owner found lifeless, Lucy's small town plunges into a whirlwind of suspicion and fear.Amidst the whispers and pointing fingers, Lucy stands firm, determined to unravel the truth. The prime suspect? None other than her reformed hire. Yet, Lucy senses a tangled web of secrets lurking beneath the surface, waiting to be unraveled.With the weight of doubt heavy on her shoulders, Lucy must navigate treacherous waters where appearances deceive and allegiances shift. Can she decipher the cryptic clues scattered amidst gossip and speculation? Or will her resolve crumble, leaving her at the mercy of a cunning killer's grasp?Book 11 in the Ivy Creek Cozy Mystery series! If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery, then you'll love Lucy Hale and all the quirky characters in Ivy Creek.***No cliffhanger, swearing or graphic scenes!*** Treat yourself or a loved one to a copy of Southern Fried and Grief Stricken to discover how events unfold in this cozy murder mystery

Young Tree, for that was his name, had everything he could wish for; plenty of love, warmth and food from the forest he lived in with his older brother and parents. Yet he wanted more than this; he wanted an adventure. He found it difficult to concentrate on the lessons his mother gave him every day. He dreamt of exotic islands and endless beaches, with coconuts growing everywhere. Monkeys befriended him to keep him company, with flocks of birds to talk to all day. One fine day he set forth, pulling up his roots. His steps were light and he was full of hope. Leaves crunched beneath his feet. Even in his determination to face the challenges ahead of him, and which crossed his young mind; the path became more and more difficult. Have you ever wished for an adventure of your very own, then this is the story for you. Read on and see what happens to Young Tree...