Apple Death Turnover: a Small Town Harvest Festival Cozy Mystery Series Festivals Gone Wrong Mystery Series Book

Welcome to Mapleton Springs, where the annual Apple Harvest Festival transforms this charming small town into a celebration of all things apple—from cider to pies to the fiercely competitive apple turnover contest. Local librarian Violet Parrish has spent five years perfecting her grandmother’s award-winning recipe, determined to finally beat reigning champion Martha Winters. But when Martha is found face-down in an apple barrel during the festival’s opening ceremony, Violet becomes the prime suspect. With her reputation on the line and the festival in jeopardy, she’ll need more than the perfect pastry to clear her name.Teaming up with her quick-witted best friend Jack Reynolds, owner of The Final Chapter bookstore, and enthusiastic new deputy Daisy Parker, Violet sets out to find the real killer. As they investigate, they uncover a tangled web of small-town secrets, bitter rivalries, and hidden motives. From a valuable piece of Main Street real estate to stolen recipes and blackmail, there’s no shortage of reasons someone might have wanted Martha out of the picture permanently. But as Violet gets closer to the truth, she finds herself in the crosshairs of a killer who won’t hesitate to cook up another murder.Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries featuring amateur sleuths, delicious food, and small-town charm, “Apple Death Turnover” serves up a delectable blend of humor, heart, and suspense. With snappy dialogue, endearing characters, and just the right amount of danger, this first book in the Harvest Festival Mystery series will leave readers satisfied yet hungry for more. So grab a cup of cider, curl up with this delicious whodunit, and discover why in Mapleton Springs, the most cutthroat competition isn’t always on the judges’ table—sometimes it’s a matter of life and death.