Eclairs and Extortion — C.A. Phipps

Marriage, Menace... and Murder!The same day Maddie's mother unexpectedly arrives in Maple Falls, a body is found in the park. Coincidence? Maddie isn't so sure. And to make things even more unsettling, a mysterious stranger has been spotted roaming the streets.With Gran's surprise 70th birthday party to plan, Maddie doesn't have time for family drama-or murder. But when tensions rise between three generations of women, keeping the peace becomes just as challenging as solving the case.Between family secrets, a suspicious outsider, and a killer on the loose, Maddie has her hands full. Can she uncover the truth before the celebration turns into a crime scene?The Maple Lane Mysteries serve up small-town sleuthing, a cat-loving baker with a nose for trouble, and plenty of twists, turns, and tasty treats!