Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder
Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Lake Eden, Minnesota • Contemporary
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder by Joanne Fluke follows Hannah Swensen, a baker in small-town Minnesota, who discovers a murder and becomes an amateur detective while managing her bakery, The Cookie Jar. Balancing her work and investigation, Hannah seeks justice for the victim, all while baking delicious treats. This book is the first in the Hannah Swensen Mystery series.
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Review Roundup
Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder by Joanne Fluke blends cozy mystery elements with enticing culinary details. Readers appreciate the charming small-town setting and relatable heroine. However, some find the plot predictable and the characters lacking depth. Overall, it's a delightful, light read for cozy mystery enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder?
Fans of cozy mysteries, particularly those who enjoy culinary themes, will relish Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder by Joanne Fluke. Readers who love the blend of small-town charm, amateur sleuths, and mouth-watering recipes similar to those found in Diane Mott Davidson's Goldy Bear Culinary Mysteries will find this book delightful.
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Joanne Fluke combines her passion for baking and storytelling in Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder, with the book featuring actual recipes for readers to try out themselves, a unique element she continues throughout the series.
The Hannah Swensen series, starting with Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder, has become a beloved cozy mystery series spanning over 25 books, establishing Hannah Swensen as one of the most popular amateur sleuths in contemporary mystery fiction.
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder served as the inspiration for the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries film adaptation, premiering in 2015 and bringing Joanne Fluke's beloved characters to television audiences.
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Novel • Fiction
Lake Eden, Minnesota • Contemporary
2011
Adult
18+ years
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