Cadbury Creme Murder: A Donut Hole Cozy - Book 3 (Second Edition)

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Could the aftermath of a storm push a person to murder? 

It’s springtime in Hillside, Texas, which means tornado season. A tornado rips through town, damaging property here and there. 

Fortunately, the damage is repairable, and only one person is found dead—Verna Dixon, an elderly widow who lived on the edge of town.

At first, everyone assumes that Verna was killed by flying debris from the tornado (she was found outside, halfway between her house and her chicken coop) as she was trying to bring her chickens inside.

But Detective Ryan Shepherd realizes there’s more to this death than meets the eye when he discovers that Verna was not killed by a flying piece of wood, as was originally suspected.

Why would anyone want to kill Verna?

That’s the question bothering Ryan and Heather.

There’s no apparent motive, and no one knows seems to know where to begin looking for suspects.

Did Verna know something about someone she was trying to decide whether or not to reveal?

What could Verna have known?

Join Heather, Ryan, and all the regulars of Hillside, Texas, as they try to figure out who killed Verna and why. 

The answer may surprise you!

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We created these stories with love, hoping they’d bring you comfort, connection, and a smile when you need it most. But if for any reason they don’t feel like the right fit, that’s okay.

Just let us know within 60 days, and we’ll refund your full purchase—no hassle, no guilt, and no hard feelings. We believe in treating people the way neighbors used to: kindly, honestly, and with care. If it's beyond 60 days, still reach out to us and we’ll do whatever it takes to make things right. Because when you shop with us, you’re not just buying books—you’re joining a community that truly cares.

We’re here to make sure you have a delightful reading experience, and your satisfaction is our top priority!

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What is your return policy? 

Our Promise to You—Because You Deserve to Feel at Home

We created these stories with love, hoping they’d bring you comfort, connection, and a smile when you need it most. But if for any reason they don’t feel like the right fit, that’s okay.

Just let us know within 60 days, and we’ll refund your full purchase—no hassle, no guilt, and no hard feelings. We believe in treating people the way neighbors used to: kindly, honestly, and with care. If it's beyond 60 days, still reach out to us and we’ll do whatever it takes to make things right. Because when you shop with us, you’re not just buying books—you’re joining a community that truly cares.

We’re here to make sure you have a delightful reading experience, and your satisfaction is our top priority!

What can I expect from this series?

You can expect to feel right at home.

This series was created to give you the kind of cozy escape you’ve been craving — where the world feels just a little gentler, and good people always find their way. Inside these pages, you’ll meet Heather and her friends in the charming town of Hillside, where neighbors still look out for each other, small joys matter, and every mystery is wrapped in warmth, wit, and heart.



There’s no gore, no swearing, and no darkness — just comforting, uplifting stories full of quirky characters, delicious donuts, heartfelt moments, and justice served with a smile.

These are stories that will leave you feeling like you’ve just spent time with friends who truly care.

If you’ve been missing a sense of connection, a place that feels comforting, or the kind of story that leaves your heart a little fuller — this is for you. 💛

How many books are in the series?

The series currently has 67 books, with a sister series that has additional books.  Each book offers a new, engaging mystery set in the cozy town you’ll come to love.

Do I need to read the books in order?

While each book can be enjoyed as a standalone mystery, we recommend reading them in order to fully appreciate the character development and ongoing storylines.

Customer Reviews

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Nana Fields

This was a fun read, great characters and quite a twisty mystery!

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Janeen Bremer

Love this series. Plan on reading all of them. Hint, sign up for kindle unlimited and save yourself a fortune! A bit pricey for an hour read.

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Beck

Another winner this series is just enjoyable.The characters are interesting and are growing as the series progresses.Please try this series it's fun.

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kathy lee

This book was like reading a condensed version of a cozy mystery - shorter but you don't really miss anything. This is book 3 in the donut shop series by this prolific author. It is refreshing to read a series that moves along at a satisfying pace and packs a lot into a short book as opposed to reading a lengthier book with no action - just a lot of gab.

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M. Brown

Cadbury Creme MurderA Donut Hole Mystery, Book #3Susan Gillard5 StarsSynopsis:ATTENTION: This #1 Best Seller is back with a Second Edition Release!We've made some MAJOR updates to the book that new and added a few surprises that new and existing fans will definitely enjoy.Here's what you get:- Witness the final exchange between the murderer and Verna Dixon, just moments before her tragic death with a new Prologue from Verna. _- Instantly learn about the frantic last moments & thoughts of Betty Shivers, with a new Epilogue from Betty, the Murder Victim in Book 4.- Enjoy an unbeatable reading experience with enhanced formatting, crucial continuity updates and dozens of typo fixes thanks to our new professional editor!- Make Heather’s recipes at home: We’ve included a FREE offer for 4 of our most tasty Donut Recipes w/ pictures and easy to follow step-by-step instructions.Could the aftermath of a storm push a person to murder?It’s springtime in Hillside, Texas, which means tornado season. A tornado rips through town, damaging property here and there.Fortunately, the damage is repairable, and only one person is found dead—Verna Dixon, an elderly widow who lived on the edge of town.At first, everyone assumes that Verna was killed by flying debris from the tornado (she was found outside, halfway between her house and her chicken coop) as she was trying to bring her chickens inside.But Detective Ryan Shepherd realizes there’s more to this death than meets the eye when he discovers that Verna was not killed by a flying piece of wood, as was originally suspected.Why would anyone want to kill Verna?That’s the question bothering Ryan and Heather.There’s no apparent motive, and no one knows seems to know where to begin looking for suspects.Did Verna know something about someone she was trying to decide whether or not to reveal?What could Verna have known?__Join Heather, Ryan, and all the regulars of Hillside, Texas, as they try to figure out who killed Verna and why.The answer may surprise you!Review:The characters are well developed and well rounded. I am really enjoying reading about Heather and Ryan and the beginnings of their relationship. It is always helpful to have a backstory for the characters and I am getting that by reading the books from the beginning of the series.The writing style flows smoothly and the book is a quick easy read. The descriptive writing of the author pulls the reader into the story and takes the reader for a great ride. The mystery is well paced and keeps you reading to find out who dunnit.I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted culinary cozy.