Cafe Catastrophe, The: A Cozy Mystery of Coffee, Croissants, and Cold Cases

The Cafe Catastrophe: A Cozy Mystery of Coffee, Croissants, and Cold Cases ????????? Chloe’s cozy café is known for its perfect espresso and buttery croissants—until a notoriously harsh food critic, famous for ruining small businesses, is found dead in her bathroom. Suddenly, Chloe isn't just brewing coffee; she's the prime suspect in a murder investigation. To save her business and her freedom, Chloe must use her expert knowledge of coffee blends and customer habits to filter through a roster of suspects. Helping her is a enigmatic regular who seems to know a little too much about police investigations, and whose mysterious past might hold the key to the case. As Chloe follows a trail of clues as rich and complex as her darkest roast, she uncovers a web of bitter rivalries and long-simmering resentments. In the cutthroat world of small business, she learns that some competitors will do anything to come out on top—even commit murder. Perfect for fans of: ?? Culinary Cozies & Café Settings ????? Amateur Sleuths & Mysterious Strangers ?? Sweet Romance & Community Drama ?? Small-Town Secrets & Whodunit Suspense Ideal for listeners who love a mystery where the suspects are as varied as the coffee blends, and the killer might just be ordering a latte at the next table.