Title: Coffee, Tea or Murder
Author: Cynthia Hickey
ISBN: 979 8363 0618 82
Publisher: Independently Published
Pages: 195
Source: Audible
The coffee shop on the corner of First and Main in Oak Grove, Kansas, seems to attract a series of mysterious events. Morgan Butler, a new owner of the Coffee Perk, hosts a weekly book club to attract new customers to her shop. One thing after another seems to want to drown her dreams. Dean Matthews, a true-crime best-selling author, starts coming every day to use Morgan’s free Wi-fi when his goes down. What Morgan didn’t expect was for crime to arrive on her doorstep shortly after the author. Needing a bulb replaced in her shop sign, she hires a local man to fix it only to find the man dead minutes later. Since the man wasn’t very well-liked in town, the suspects are endless. When danger gets a bit too close, Morgan and Dean set off to find a killer. Can they catch the culprit before they’re ensnared?
Official Summary
04 April 2024
I am sharing another audible review, I stumbled upon this one while looking for something quick to listen to. This story could be a delightful cosy mystery, set in the quaint town of Oak Grove, Kansas. The story revolves around Morgan Butler, the new owner of the Coffee Perk, a charming coffee shop on the corner of First and Main. Morgan’s dreams of running a successful business are repeatedly tested as a series of mysterious events unfold around her.
The introduction of Dean Matthews, a true-crime best-selling author who frequents Morgan’s coffee shop, adds an intriguing dynamic to the narrative. As Morgan and Dean form an unlikely partnership to uncover the truth behind the crimes plaguing Oak Grove, you are treated to a captivating blend of amateur sleuthing and cosy charm.
The author crafts a cast of colourful characters, each with their own motives and secrets, keeping you guessing until the very end. The small-town setting adds to the cosy atmosphere of the story, while the mystery keeps the suspense alive throughout. With its engaging plot, well-drawn characters, and clever twists, “Coffee, Tea or Murder” is a delightful read for fans of cosy mysteries. Hickey weaves together humour, suspense, and romance making this a perfect choice for anyone looking for a charming and entertaining escape into the world of amateur sleuthing.
This audiobook book managed to feel rushed and at the same time dragged out. The more novellas I listen to, the more I think they are not for me. This story had a lot of potential, yet somehow, I was not left ‘satisfied’ when it finished. Most likely I am just not cut out for short stories. Have a listen and let me know what you think.
About the Author
Author bio from the author’s site
Multi-published and Amazon and ECPA Best-Selling author Cynthia Hickey had three cosy mysteries and two novellas published through Barbour Publishing. Her first mystery, Fudge-Laced Felonies, won first place in the inspirational category of the Great Expectations contest in 2007. Her third cosy, Chocolate-Covered Crime, received a four-star review from Romantic Times. All three cosies have been re-released as eBooks through the MacGregor Literary Agency, along with a new cosy series, all of which stay in the top 50 of Amazon’s eBooks for their genre. She had several historical romances released through Harlequin’s Heartsong Presents and has sold close to a million copies of her works since 2013. She has taught a Continuing Education class at the 2015 American Christian Fiction Writers conference, several small ACFW chapters and RWA chapters. You can find her on FB, Twitter, and Goodreads, and is a contributor to Cozy Mystery Magazine blog and Suspense Sisters blog. She and her husband run the small press, Forget Me Not Romances, which includes some of the CBA’s best well-known authors. She lives in Arizona with her husband, one of their seven children, two dogs, two cats, three box turtles, and two Sulcata tortoises. She has eight grandchildren who keep her busy and tell everyone they know that “Nana is a writer”.
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