Lisa's Reviews > Fatal Fudge Swirl

This is the third book in the Ice Cream Shop Mystery series by Meri Allen. Riley Rhodes, an ex-CIA librarian, is enjoying working at Udderly Delicious, her best friends, ice cream parlor. As Halloween approaches, Riley is commissioned to make a spooky themed wedding cake for. Diantha, a local hotel owner. But when the bride is discovered dead, in her room, the morning of the wedding, Riley is determined to investigate. One of her friends, a chef at the hotel, is on the list of possible suspects, and she is determined to discover the real murderer to clear her friends name. The wedding cake Riley made is quickly taken into evidence after someone with access to it has defaced it. To complicate matters, there is also a movie being filmed at that location which leads to even more suspects.

This is a series that I have been enjoying from the very first book. Riley is a fun character with an interesting background, and there are numerous possibilities regarding storyline for books to come. There are many sub characters that come in and out of the stories, but are not overwhelming to keep straight. Along with the murder plot, there are also possible romantic storylines for both Riley and her best friend who happens to be dating the detective at the police force. I love that the story moves along at a quick pace, and I especially appreciate the humor that Riley brings to the story. This is quickly becoming a series that I automatically read. another plus is that there are a couple of cats that always bring added fun and usually steal the scene. They are in… You’ve got to love that!

Special thanks to the author, publisher, and #netgalley for my advanced reader, copy and exchange for an honest review. If you love, cozy mysteries, you won’t want to miss this one.