Southern Fried and Grief Stricken

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