Fondant, Fudge, and Fatalities

(Previously published as The Sugar Hit (2016) by Morgana Best. This version has been extensively rewritten.)

Narel Myers thought the grand opening of the Cocoa Narel Chocolate Shop would be the perfect way to sweeten up her life in Brambly Vale. Fresh starts, delicious treats, and absolutely zero drama—what could go wrong?

Everything, as it turns out.

When a police officer drops dead right in the middle of her chocolate-fueled celebration, Narel's dreams of a peaceful new venture melt faster than chocolate in summer. Things get even stickier when the detectives reveal that the victim had been investigating her. Suddenly, Narel finds herself as the prime suspect in a murder case that's anything but sweet.

With her freedom on the line and suspicion following her, Narel needs all the help she can get. Fortunately, her formidable feline companion has a few tricks up his furry sleeves. But will even his unique talents be enough to keep Narel out of handcuffs?

And just who is the mysterious woman lurking around the edges of this puzzle?

This culinary cozy mystery has 2 recipes.