Title: All Fudged Up
Author: Nancy CoCo
First published January 1, 2013
353 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 3.98
Overview
Step inside the charming McMurphy Hotel and Fudge Shop, where life is as sweet as the fudge and murder is on the menu. Allie McMurphy is busy managing the hotel’s renovation, which has been in her family for generations.
But when she discovers a corpse inside the hotel, she becomes the prime suspect in the case. To make matters worse, the victim is Joe Jessup, who had a long-standing feud with her grandfather.
Allie must uncover the truth before the real killer strikes again. Will she be able to find the culprit, or will she be the next victim on the killer’s list?
You can’t fudge an alibi, and Allie is about to learn that the hard way.
Editoral Review
If you’re a fan of cozy mysteries and sweet treats, All Fudged Up by Nancy CoCo is the perfect book for you. First published on January 1, 2013, this culinary mystery features a smart and spunky lead character, fudgy desserts galore, and a thrilling plot that will keep you guessing until the very end.
Nancy CoCo is a pseudonym for Nancy J. Parra, an experienced author who has published over thirty books in various genres.
CoCo’s All Fudged Up follows Protagonist, Allie McMurphy, who leaves her job in Cleveland to return to her hometown of Mackinac Island, Michigan, where she opens up a fudge shop. However, things quickly take a turn when one of her employees is found dead in the shop’s kitchen, and Allie becomes a prime suspect in the murder investigation.
Mackinac Island serves as the perfect setting for this cozy mystery, with its picturesque scenery and charming small-town vibe. CoCo’s vivid descriptions make it easy to picture the island’s surroundings and the bustling fudge shop.
Moreover, the numerous fudgy desserts featured throughout the book are described in such detail that the reader can almost taste them. One of the strengths of All Fudged Up is its character development.
Allie McMurphy, the lead character, is smart, resourceful, and determined to clear her name. The supporting cast, including Allie’s love interest Trent and her best friend Nell, are equally well-rounded and provide insight into Allie’s life and personality.
Another strength of CoCo’s book is the pacing, which is fast-paced and engaging, keeping the reader’s interest throughout. With the suspenseful plot and the intriguing murder mystery, All Fudged Up is a page-turner that will hold the attention of mystery lovers and foodies alike.
However, the book does have some limitations. The dialogue can be a bit stiff at times and some of the characters seem a little one-dimensional.
Moreover, while the fudgy desserts sound delicious, the recipes aren’t provided in the book. Overall, All Fudged Up is an enjoyable and entertaining read that will satisfy mystery lovers and dessert aficionados alike.
It delivers a well-crafted plot with engaging characters, while also providing a glimpse into the quaint life on Mackinac Island. We recommend this book to anyone looking for a lighthearted mystery with a side of mouthwatering fudgy desserts.
Rating: 4/5 Stars. The book receives this rating because it’s a well-written, fun-to-read book that many readers would enjoy.
The only limitations are the dialogue and the characters feeling one-dimensional, but these don’t detract too much from the reading experience.
