Whispers from the Recipe Box

Whispers from the Recipe Box (Expected Release May 24, 2025)

Debra Deetz

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When investigative journalist Julia Wright stops by the local bakery to deliver puzzle books, she’s shocked to find Joe Holloway dead. Convinced it wasn’t an accident, Julia dives into uncovering the truth. With help from her friend Lucy and Detective Vance, they uncover that the motive revolves around a “golden recipe” created by Joe and Julia’s grandmother, Eleanor. But why was this recipe so valuable—and who would go so far as to kill for it?

I have to be honest—I struggled to follow the plot. Without giving away spoilers, I’ll just say that the recipe ties into a complex conspiracy dating back to Grandma Eleanor’s younger years. While the premise was intriguing, I found it challenging to piece everything together in a satisfying way. This book might appeal to readers who enjoy intricate conspiracies, but personally, it wasn’t my cup of tea.

I received a free ARC from the author and BookFunnel. All opinions expressed are my own.